Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park offers competitive monthly costs for its residents, particularly when compared to local and state averages. For a studio apartment, the monthly fee is $3,185, which is notably lower than the Lee County average of $3,874 and even below the overall Florida average of $3,823. Similarly, the one-bedroom option at Brookdale is priced at $4,040, closely aligning with the county's average of $4,049 while remaining higher than the state average of $3,864. This pricing structure suggests that Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park provides an attractive value proposition for seniors seeking quality living arrangements in a welcoming environment while still being mindful of budgetary considerations.
Floor plans
Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park
Lee County
Florida
Studio
$3,185
$3,874
$3,823
1 Bedroom
$4,040
$4,049
$3,864
Overall Review of Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park
caveat7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness feels inconsistent
Cleanliness is described positively, but some residents report hygiene lapses.
Several visitors say the community looks very clean and well maintained, including the dining area and common spaces. Other comments are less reassuring, with at least one concern about rooms not being kept clean and hygiene issues not being addressed. A couple of reviews also mention areas that did not feel as clean or well kept as expected during a visit, including a room that looked messy.
common26 reviews mention this
Staff support is frequently praised
Residents and visitors frequently describe staff as attentive and caring.
Across multiple reviews, people describe the staff as friendly, helpful, and attentive to residents’ needs. Several comments highlight peace of mind for families, including support around moving in and ongoing reassurance after admission. There are also a couple of reports of weaker follow-through during concerns, and one tour experience where staff were described as less attentive.
common9 reviews mention this
Dining receives strong mentions
Dining is repeatedly described as enjoyable and well presented.
Food shows up often in reviews, with residents and visitors describing it as delicious, excellent, and enjoyable during gatherings. Multiple comments also focus on the dining room setting, including it looking bright and open, and in at least one review that it feels well staffed at dinnertime. A few reviews mention the dining room in their overall impressions, rather than offering detailed food commentary.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Security is a mixed experience
Security features create comfort for some families, while others worry.
One review points to a coded main entrance as making it feel safer and giving peace of mind. Another visitor says the facility does not have cameras for security, which they found worrisome given people coming and going. A separate tour comment also notes that the overall layout looks secure.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Activities are present, but uneven
Residents can find activities, but some reviews say engagement support is lacking.
Some families report plenty of activities, including outings and a variety of scheduled programming they could see during visits. Others say the community’s activities did not do enough to encourage or engage a loved one, despite having activities available. There’s also a comment that the activities felt fewer compared with larger communities, even though it was still viewed positively overall.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Pricing can be higher than expected
Pricing is described as above what some families hoped to spend.
At least two reviews mention cost as a drawback, with comments that the community felt more expensive than desired or slightly out of the budget range. This aligns with the published pricing positioning for studio and one-bedroom apartments being below county and state averages, while still potentially feeling high depending on a family’s target.
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Features
Housing
60 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Party space
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Spa
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Southwest Florida International (8 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
International cuisine
Low / no sodium
Low fat
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Forever fit
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stretching classes
Visiting Rabbi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wine tasting
Languages Spoken
English
French
German
Spanish
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Fort Myers, Florida offers a range of healthcare options with several physicians, specialists, and pharmacies within close proximity. Gulf Coast Hospital and Lee Health are also nearby for convenient access to medical care. In terms of dining options, there are various restaurants to choose from including Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, Bonefish Grill, and Olive Garden. The area also features a movie theater, Regal Belltower, for entertainment. With parks like Jaycee Park and places of worship such as St Cecilia's Catholic Church nearby, this neighborhood provides a mix of amenities suitable for senior living. Additionally, transportation services like U-Haul Moving & Storage are available for convenience.
Physicians
Associates In Nephrology (0.6 miles)
Hunter Hearing Aid Center (0.7 miles)
Jason Shumadine - 21st Century Oncology (0.9 miles)
Children's Specialists of Florida PA (1.1 miles)
Myers, Brent - Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition of Florida Pa (1.4 miles)
Associates in Digestive Health (1.7 miles)
Physicians' Primary Care of Southwest Florida Pl (1.8 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Lee Pharmacy - Gulf Coast Medical Center (2.6 miles)
Restaurants
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery (1.1 miles)
McDonald's (1.2 miles)
Bonefish Grill (1.2 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (1.5 miles)
Dave & Buster's (1.8 miles)
Olive Garden (2 miles)
McDonald's (2.1 miles)
Hospitals
Gulf Coast Hospital (1.3 miles)
Lee Health (1.9 miles)
The Children's Rehabilitation Center - Bass Rd (1.9 miles)
Lee Health Cardiovascular Services - HealthPark Commons (2 miles)
Lee Health Neurodiagnostics - Golisano Children's Hospital (2.1 miles)
Cardiovascular Services - Medical Plaza 1 (2.4 miles)
Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park offers competitive monthly costs for its residents, particularly when compared to local and state averages. For a studio apartment, the monthly fee is $3,185, which is notably lower than the Lee County average of $3,874 and even below the overall Florida average of $3,823. Similarly, the one-bedroom option at Brookdale is priced at $4,040, closely aligning with the county's average of $4,049 while remaining higher than the state average of $3,864. This pricing structure suggests that Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park provides an attractive value proposition for seniors seeking quality living arrangements in a welcoming environment while still being mindful of budgetary considerations.
Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park on seniors.fyi includes 16 photos including images showing interior, bedroom, windows, living room, decor, dining, seating area, television, and more.
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