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Brookdale Lake Tavares

Brookdale Lake Tavares is an assisted living community in Tavares, FL.

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  • Interior

    A physical therapy room equipped with exercise machines and seating.
  • Outdoors

    A serene park setting with benches overlooking a peaceful lake.
  • Decor

    An elegantly set dining room with multiple tables and chairs, prepared for guests.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a round wooden table and chairs, featuring a television and an aquarium.
  • Building

    A brick commercial building with a prominent entrance and large glass windows.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a floral bedspread and decorative pillows, featuring warm lighting and natural light from the window.
  • Trees

    A tranquil lakeside setting featuring two wooden benches under the shade of trees.
  • Windows

    A cozy bedroom with a floral bedspread, pink curtains, and a bedside lamp.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining area with a round wooden table surrounded by chairs, featuring an aquarium and a television in the background.
  • Kitchen

    A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, microwave, and sink.
  • Outdoor

    Outdoor patio area with tables, chairs, and umbrellas for relaxation.
  • Patio

    An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs under large umbrellas, enclosed by a fence.
  • Appliances

    A compact kitchen with white cabinets, featuring a microwave, refrigerator, and sink.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A well-lit physical therapy clinic with exercise equipment and chairs for rehabilitation exercises.

1211 Caroline Street East, Tavares, FL 32778

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 72 reviews
5 stars
42
4 stars
18
3 stars
8
2 stars
2
1 stars
2

Brookdale Lake Tavares Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Lake Tavares offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, particularly when compared to both Lake County and the broader Florida market. The monthly cost for a one-bedroom unit at Brookdale is $3,235, which is notably lower than Lake County's average of $3,414 and significantly more affordable than the state average of $3,864. When it comes to two-bedroom options, Brookdale's rate stands at $3,800, again offering better value than the county's average of $4,098 and Florida's statewide figure of $4,711. These pricing structures indicate that Brookdale Lake Tavares provides an appealing choice for residents seeking quality care in a cost-effective setting within Central Florida.

Floor plansBrookdale Lake TavaresLake CountyFlorida
1 Bedroom$3,235$3,414$3,864
2 Bedrooms$3,800$4,098$4,711

Overall Review of Brookdale Lake Tavares

common 28 reviews mention this

Caring staff stands out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring and responsive.

Across many reviews, residents and families describe the staff as friendly, helpful, and treating people like family. Multiple reviewers also mention professional handling of concerns and regular daily support, including medication help and coordination of services. Even when reviewers had issues, they often still singled out staff knowledge and concern for residents’ needs.

common 12 reviews mention this

Dining gets strong praise

Dining is a recurring bright spot, with meals described as consistently good.

Several reviews say the food tastes good, with some describing it as delicious and well prepared. Others mention the dining area feels set up more formally than a basic cafeteria and that the chef or kitchen team is involved. A couple of reviews note limited exposure to meals or describe food as only OK, but the overall tone remains positive.

  • An elegantly set dining room with multiple tables and chairs, prepared for guests.
  • A cozy dining area with a round wooden table surrounded by chairs, featuring an aquarium and a television in the background.
  • A cozy dining room with multiple tables and chairs, neatly set with menus and tableware.
caveat 9 reviews mention this

Price is the main drawback

Cost comes up often, with some families calling it too high.

Multiple reviewers say pricing was a concern, including comments that the entrance fee is high and that the monthly cost was “too much money.” At the same time, some families describe the community as offering better value for what’s included or as affordable compared with other options they toured. This split shows that price is a major consideration, even when other parts of the experience feel strong.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Rooms vary by size and comfort

Room size and layout are a frequent point of discussion.

Some reviews highlight spacious apartments, good storage, and layouts with separate bedroom and living areas or outdoor balconies/lanais. Others describe rooms as older, dark, or smaller than expected, including complaints about tiny kitchens and limited space. At least one reviewer also points out needing a specific unit type (one-bedroom vs. studio), suggesting apartment selection matters for fit.

common 8 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and upkeep appear consistent

Reviews frequently mention the community feels clean and well maintained.

Many reviewers describe the facility as very clean, professionally maintained, and well kept inside and out. Several also mention cleanliness during tours and when returning after move-in. A smaller number of reviews raise serious housekeeping concerns, including an infestation claim, which is a clear outlier compared with most other comments.

common 7 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents benefit from a steady mix of planned activities.

Reviews describe frequent scheduled activities such as bingo, happy hour/cocktail hours, music, and group entertainment. Others mention shopping or day trips/outings, plus devotional or religious programming. Even when someone says they haven’t participated much, the general availability and variety are repeatedly mentioned.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 110 resident community capacity 110 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Tavares, Florida, is a convenient and accessible area with a variety of amenities nearby. There are several physicians and medical facilities within close proximity for any healthcare needs. Options for dining range from casual fast food to more upscale Japanese cuisine. Pharmacies are also easily accessible for prescription needs. Two hospitals are located within a short distance for emergency medical care. Additionally, there are cafes for socializing and theaters for entertainment. Several parks provide opportunities for outdoor activities and places of worship offer spiritual support. Overall, this area offers a mix of services and activities that could be appealing for senior living.

Physicians

  • Central Florida Cardiovascular Center (0.8 miles)
  • Lake Pulmonary Critical Care (0.9 miles)
  • Frank Montoya MD (0.9 miles)
  • Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery (0.9 miles)
  • Lake ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery (0.9 miles)
  • Central Fl Cardiology & Vsclr (0.9 miles)
  • Bosshardt & Marzek Plastic Surgery Associates (1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Tiki West Raw Bar and Grill (0.8 miles)
  • Kalua Beach Bar (0.9 miles)
  • Checkers (0.9 miles)
  • Hwy 441 Diner (1 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (1.3 miles)
  • Kiku Japanese Steakhouse (1.3 miles)
  • Gator's Dockside (1.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Winn-Dixie (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • The Pharmacist (3.9 miles)
  • Lake Pharmacy (4.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • AdventHealth Waterman (1.2 miles)
  • Florida Hospital Waterman (1.2 miles)
  • Lrmc Riverside Urgent Care Center (3.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Epic Theatres (2.9 miles)
  • AMC Lake Square 12 (4.4 miles)

Parks

  • Lake Idamere Park (3.6 miles)
  • Eustis Lake Walk (4 miles)
  • Donnelly Park (4.3 miles)
  • Trimble Park (4.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Church Kidz (3.7 miles)
  • First United Methodist Church (4.5 miles)
  • First Baptist Church of Mount Dora (4.9 miles)

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