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Brookdale Ann Arbor

Brookdale Ann Arbor is an assisted living and memory care community in Ann Arbor, MI.

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  • Interior

    A grand interior featuring a symmetrical staircase with elegant chandeliers and comfortable seating.

  • Decor

    A cozy cafe interior with wooden tables and chairs, adorned with floral decorations near large windows.

  • Living Room

    A spacious and well-lit living room with elegant furniture and a fireplace.

  • Building

    A spacious building with a covered driveway and balconies set against a blue sky.

  • Trees

    A scenic garden featuring a gazebo, swing, and winding pathways under a clear sky.

  • Dining

    An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a warm and inviting interior decor.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A rehabilitation room equipped with exercise machines and seating, designed for physical therapy sessions.

  • Office

    A small waiting room with chairs, a desk, and wooden flooring.

2190 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

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4.2 from 119 reviews
5 stars
71
4 stars
24
3 stars
11
2 stars
1
1 stars
12

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Brookdale Ann Arbor Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Ann Arbor offers competitive pricing within the context of Washtenaw County and the broader state of Michigan. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,060 per month, which is slightly lower than the county average of $4,158 but higher than the state average of $3,824. In contrast, the one-bedroom apartments at Brookdale are priced at $5,375, significantly exceeding both local and state averages - Washtenaw County showcases a more affordable rate of $3,868 while Michigan's overall average sits even lower at $3,384. This positioning suggests that while Brookdale Ann Arbor provides quality care and amenities that may justify its costs, potential residents should weigh these factors carefully against local pricing trends.

Floor plansBrookdale Ann ArborWashtenaw CountyMichigan
Studio$4,060$4,158$3,824
1 Bedroom$5,375$3,868$3,384

Overall Review of Brookdale Ann Arbor

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Memory care support feels personalized

Residents describe memory care staff who understand dementia needs.

Several residents and family members say the community was a better fit when memory loss was the main concern, especially because staff respond with patience and familiarity. Reviews specifically mention staff using approaches that comfort residents even when memory is “foggy,” and describe Alzheimer’s and dementia knowledge from nurses and management. There are also hard negative accounts from a few families who felt stimulation, follow-through, or safety for dementia care was not adequate, including reports of missed basic needs and inadequate engagement.

common 10 reviews mention this

Restaurant-style dining is a mixed bag

Dining quality is frequently discussed as both a highlight and a drawback.

Multiple reviews call out dining as a standout, describing restaurant-style meals, positive meal experiences, and enjoyment of food like desserts. Others describe meals as bland or less appetizing, or complain about food quality being simple and prepackaged. Taken together, residents and families seem to experience dining very differently, with praise concentrated around atmosphere and meal enjoyment and criticism focused on consistency and taste.

  • A cozy cafe interior with wooden tables and chairs, adorned with floral decorations near large windows.
  • An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a warm and inviting interior decor.
common 16 reviews mention this

Staff are often described as caring

Many reviews emphasize staff kindness, responsiveness, and teamwork.

A strong theme across reviews is staff behavior—families describe aides and nurses who are friendly, compassionate, and attentive to day-to-day needs. Multiple people also mention management being responsive and supportive during transitions, including help coordinating care and answering questions. A smaller number of reviews counter this with complaints about communication, delays, or inconsistency in follow-through, including concerns about documented care and medication support.

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Cost comes up as a common concern

Several reviews question whether the community’s cost matches the value.

Cost is a recurring concern, with families saying the community is expensive and sometimes hard to afford. Some reviewers specifically suggest they were paying for the location rather than care, and others describe the price as too high for the experience they received. A few reviews do mention good value, but the more critical comments focus on pricing pressure and dissatisfaction with what they felt they got for the cost.

common 8 reviews mention this

Facility cleanliness and upkeep stand out

Cleanliness and upkeep are repeatedly mentioned by families and residents.

Many reviews describe the facility as clean, well maintained, and thoughtfully cared for, with environments that feel welcoming rather than institutional. Several people also mention cleanliness as part of why they felt safe and comfortable, including attention to the way common areas and resident spaces look. A few mixed reviews include complaints about upkeep levels—such as room cleaning being too infrequent—which affects how consistent the experience feels from one resident to another.

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

  • 82 resident community capacity 82 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

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 off-site Devotional services off-site
  • 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
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • 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
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • 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

  • Detroit Metropolitan-Wayne County (21 miles away) Detroit Metropolitan-Wayne County (21 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
  • High acuity care High acuity 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
  • Walking wheelchair assistance Walking wheelchair assistance

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
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Ann Arbor, Michigan offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to make this area their home. With various dining options such as No Thai, Olive Garden, and Potbelly Sandwich Shop within close proximity, residents can enjoy a variety of cuisine without having to travel far. Additionally, there are several pharmacies nearby including CVS and Meijer for easy access to medications and healthcare needs. For medical care, there are reputable physicians and hospitals in the area such as Ann Arbor Family Care and Saint Joseph Mercy Health System. The neighborhood also boasts tranquil parks like Allmendinger Park and Fritz Park for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Places of worship like Grace Ann Arbor Church cater to the spiritual needs of residents, while transportation options such as U-Haul Moving & Storage offer convenience for those needing to travel. Overall, this part of Ann Arbor provides a well-rounded environment with essential services for seniors seeking a comfortable and convenient place to live.

Restaurants

  • No Thai (0.1 miles)
  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop (0.6 miles)
  • Olive Garden (0.9 miles)
  • P.F. Chang's China Bistro (1 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • Washtenaw Dairy (1.3 miles)
  • Little Caesars Pizza (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Meijer Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Meijer Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Costco Store (1.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Ann Arbor Family Care (0.6 miles)
  • Greater Ann Arbor Neurology Associates PC (0.7 miles)
  • HairClub (0.7 miles)
  • University of Michigan Spine & Headache Program (0.8 miles)
  • U of M Family Practice - Briarwood Circle (0.8 miles)
  • Skymint - Ann Arbor - Recreational & Medical Marijuana (0.8 miles)
  • Briarwood Medical Group (0.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Drip House Coffee Co. (0.7 miles)
  • RoosRoast Coffee (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Jefferson Market (1.5 miles)
  • Zingerman's Coffee Company (1.5 miles)
  • Hyperion Coffee Co. (1.7 miles)
  • Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (1.8 miles)

Parks

  • Allmendinger Park (1 miles)
  • Fritz Park (1.2 miles)
  • South Maple Park (1.9 miles)
  • West Park (2 miles)
  • Nichols Arboretum (2.3 miles)
  • Burr Oak Park (2.3 miles)
  • Belize Park (2.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Grace Ann Arbor Church (1.1 miles)
  • St Paul Lutheran Church (1.7 miles)
  • Church of the Good Shepherd (1.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Serenity Home Care & Rehab Services (1.5 miles)
  • Saint Joseph Mercy Health System (1.9 miles)
  • University of Michigan Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital (2.3 miles)
  • Ped Cardiology Cs Mott (2.3 miles)
  • C.S. Mott Children's Hospital (2.4 miles)
  • Amou (2.4 miles)
  • UofM Hospital 7C (2.4 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (1.6 miles)
  • Ann Arbor Station (2.4 miles)

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