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Brookdale Fort Wayne

Brookdale Fort Wayne is an assisted living and memory care community in Fort Wayne, IN.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with elegant furniture and tasteful decor.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom featuring a decorated bed with patterned bedding, a lamp on the side, and natural light coming through the window.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, decorative pillows, a lamp on a side table, and a television set against the wall.

  • Building

    A single-story house surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and pathway.

  • Dining

    An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, carpeted flooring, and overhead lighting.

  • Landscaping

    A single-story residential house with a well-maintained lawn and landscaping.

  • Office

    A cozy meeting room with a wooden table, chairs, and a filled bookshelf.

  • Salon

    A cozy salon interior with a vintage-style chair, coat rack, and wall clock.

4730 East State Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN 46815

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

3.9 from 57 reviews
5 stars
28
4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Brookdale Fort Wayne Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Fort Wayne offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to both Allen County and the broader state of Indiana. For those opting for a semi-private room, the monthly cost at Brookdale is $2,595, significantly lower than the county average of $4,234 and also below the state average of $3,739. Similarly, residents choosing a studio can enjoy their own space for $3,010 per month, which is notably less than the local rate of $3,421 and the state figure of $3,258. This favorable pricing structure positions Brookdale Fort Wayne as an attractive option for individuals seeking quality care without straining their financial resources.

Floor plansBrookdale Fort WayneAllen CountyIndiana
Semi-Private$2,595$4,234$3,739
Studio$3,010$3,421$3,258

Overall Review of Brookdale Fort Wayne

common 6 reviews mention this

Food quality gets repeated praise

Dining stands out for many residents and families, with cooks and meals getting specific compliments.

Residents and visitors repeatedly describe the food as good, wonderful, or wonderful-looking, and some note accommodations for special requests. Several mentions connect the dining experience to variety and flexibility, including being able to match preferences. A few comments also tie meals to overall enjoyment of day-to-day life at the community.

  • An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, carpeted flooring, and overhead lighting.
common 9 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Daily activities are a frequent reason families say residents feel occupied and involved.

Many reviews highlight that residents stay busy with structured activities, outings, and games, often with an activities director who keeps the schedule going. Some families describe specific interests being supported, like arts and crafts, sing-alongs, and exercise classes. There are also comments about being able to spend time in indoor and outdoor common areas connected to the daily routine.

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness is a mixed factor

Staff warmth and helpfulness show up often, but a few negative reviews call out unprofessional or upsetting interactions.

A large share of reviewers describe the staff as friendly, caring, attentive, and responsive to questions, including day-to-day support for residents and families. Some reviews give credit for keeping residents engaged and for communication that helps caregivers feel informed. At the same time, there are several complaints about rudeness or disrespect, including an experience related to memory care access and separate concerns raised during the application and phone-call process.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Costs and pricing expectations vary

Families mention pricing that can change after move-in, along with add-on charges.

One review says the upfront price is not what they expect to pay long term due to additional charges. Another review compares the facility’s price to what they felt competitors offered, describing it as not matching what was available for the cost.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Care and medication handling drew concerns

Some residents’ families report serious concerns about medication management and fall prevention.

At least two reviews describe problems with medications, including skipped medications or difficulties getting refills. Another negative review ties outcomes to falls and says there were no adjustments to prevent them. While other reviews describe care positively, these comments are direct concerns about day-to-day safety and clinical follow-through.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 105 resident community capacity 105 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

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 off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • 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
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • 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
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Fort Wayne International (10 miles away) Fort Wayne International (10 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • 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
  • 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
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Fort Wayne, Indiana offers a variety of convenient amenities for senior living. There are several reputable physicians and medical facilities nearby, as well as pharmacies for easy access to medications. A range of dining options are available, from fast food to sit-down restaurants, catering to various tastes. Places of worship are within close proximity, providing opportunities for spiritual fulfillment. Hospitals are located nearby in case of emergencies, and parks offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, cafes provide cozy spaces for socializing or enjoying a cup of coffee. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded community with essential services and recreational opportunities for seniors seeking a comfortable and convenient living environment.

Physicians

  • Butler Steven Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery Associates Pc Fort Wayne (0.1 miles)
  • Fort Wayne Medical Institute PC (0.1 miles)
  • Anthony Medical Associates (0.7 miles)
  • Patrick Connerly, MD (1.1 miles)
  • First Care Family Physicians (1.1 miles)
  • Fort Wayne Endoscopy Center (1.3 miles)
  • Carew Family Physicians (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • North Anthony Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Genoa Healthcare (2.5 miles)
  • Scott's Food & Pharmacy (2.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell (0.4 miles)
  • Oley's Pizza (0.7 miles)
  • Arby's (0.7 miles)
  • Don Hall's (1.7 miles)
  • Arby's (1.7 miles)
  • Culver's (1.8 miles)
  • Pizza Hut (1.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Saint Charles Borromeo Parish (1 miles)
  • Parkwood Church of God (1.4 miles)
  • Trinity English Lutheran Church Elca (3.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Huntington Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles)

Parks

  • Lions Park (1.6 miles)
  • Kreager Park (2.1 miles)
  • Headwaters Park Lincoln Pavilion (3.2 miles)
  • Freimann Square (3.2 miles)
  • Headwaters Park (3.4 miles)
  • Promenade Park (3.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Conjure Coffee (2.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Rich's Cafe (3.7 miles)

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