Brookdale Hattiesburg

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a sofa, television, bookshelves, and a coffee table.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a red-patterned bedspread, a chair near the window, and a television mounted on the wall.
  • Living Room

    A cozy seating area with several chairs, bookshelves, and a television mounted on the wall.
  • Building

    The image shows the exterior of a senior living facility with a covered entrance and landscaped surroundings.
  • Dining

    A modern dining room with a large table set for six, featuring stylish chairs and elegant decor.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a dining area.
  • Television

    A cozy dining area with a round table set for two, featuring elegant chairs and a decorative vase of flowers, enhanced by wall art and a flat-screen TV.
  • Lobby

    A modern reception area featuring a stone desk and comfortable seating.
  • Chandelier

    A spacious dining area with elegant decor and chandeliers.

Brookdale Hattiesburg

103 Fox Chase Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.7 from 50 reviews
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Assisted Living Independent Living

Pricing

Brookdale Hattiesburg offers a range of living options at competitive prices that reflect the unique features and amenities of the community. For those considering a studio apartment, the monthly cost is $3,580, which is slightly above the average for Lamar County at $3,549 and significantly higher than the state average of $3,151. If you're looking for more space, the one-bedroom apartments are priced at $4,500, which exceeds both local and state averages of $3,328 and $3,416 respectively. For those needing dual accommodations, two-bedroom units are available at $4,925 - this figure is higher than both Lamar County's average of $4,505 and Mississippi's average of $4,408. Overall, while Brookdale Hattiesburg's rates are somewhat elevated compared to its immediate surroundings and statewide figures, they reflect an investment in quality care and services that residents can expect from this reputable establishment.

Room TypeBrookdale HattiesburgLamar CountyMississippi
Studio$3,580$3,549$3,151
1 Bedroom$4,500$3,328$3,416
2 Bedrooms$4,925$4,505$4,408

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The staff at Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living is friendly, knowledgeable, and provides excellent communication with families.
  • pro Residents appreciate the clean, modern, and welcoming atmosphere of the facility, which includes well-kept landscaping and a variety of activities.
  • pro Many visitors commend the dining experience, highlighting menus that cater to individual preferences and a pleasant dining environment.
  • pro The facility is praised for its strong sense of community, where residents are encouraged to socialize and share life together.
  • pro Brookdale Hattiesburg is recognized for offering a good range of amenities and services tailored to meet the needs of its residents.
  • pro Families express satisfaction with the care provided to their loved ones, noting improvements in various areas over time.

Cons

  • pro The facility's medication management has let families down tremendously, with medications often found scattered in residents' rooms and staff not monitoring their intake properly.
  • pro Communication between staff members is poor, leading to confusion and a lack of support for residents when regular staff are off duty.
  • pro The dining experience has been criticized for slow service, with residents sometimes waiting 30-45 minutes to be served meals that could use improvement in preparation and seasoning.
  • pro Some residents felt that the living quarters did not meet their needs compared to other facilities, suggesting that the accommodations were inadequate.
  • pro Families expressed frustration over receiving information about care through insurance EOBs rather than direct communication from Brookdale staff.

Review

Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living is a facility that has received a mixture of reviews from families and residents, reflecting both commendable aspects and areas needing improvement. The establishment caters to seniors requiring assistance with daily living tasks while providing them with opportunities for social interaction and a sense of community. Many reviewers praised the friendly and compassionate staff, highlighting their dedication to care and good communication with families. Some family members appreciated the willingness of the staff to work on cost adjustments related to long-term care insurance, fostering an environment of transparency. This commitment was valued by many, leading to positive experiences for loved ones residing in the facility.

Though Brookdale Hattiesburg boasts several strengths, concerns were raised regarding communication among staff members. Reports indicated that supervisors did not always ensure adequate coverage when primary staff members were off-duty, leading to frustrations among residents who sometimes had difficulty accessing necessary assistance without calling the front desk themselves. This situation could be stressful for residents needing immediate support, particularly those suffering from dementia or other cognitive impairments. While overall care was generally described as satisfactory, some family members voiced disappointment in medication management practices. For instance, it was pointed out that medications were left scattered in resident rooms rather than properly administered or monitored during meal times.

Food service also emerged as a point of contention among reviewers. Although many acknowledged that there existed a menu offering variety and choice at mealtimes, others felt that the quality of meals fell short of expectations. Critiques included comments about delayed serving times—sometimes up to 30-45 minutes—and the need for improved meal preparation and seasoning to enhance the dining experience for residents. Given how crucial mealtime is for seniors—both nutritionally and socially—enhancements in this area could significantly benefit resident satisfaction.

Despite these criticisms, various elements contributed positively to Brookdale Hattiesburg's reputation as a comfortable assisted living residence. Reviewers noted that the facility was well-maintained and clean—with modern accommodations that provided roomy living quarters adorned with ample closet space and functional bathroom facilities. A homey atmosphere pervaded common areas such as dining rooms and social spaces where residents engaged in activities like bingo or musical sessions facilitated by caring staff members.

The outdoor amenities also garnered admiration; beautifully landscaped grounds allowed residents and their pets to enjoy fresh air—a vital aspect considered by many families seeking pet-friendly environments for their loved ones. Residents were seen engaging joyfully outside which fostered a sense of community among them—a crucial factor when selecting assisted living options.

Visitors touring Brookdale Hattiesburg consistently remarked on their positive experiences throughout their visits; they described interactions with staff as pleasant and accommodating while appreciating informative discussions about available services, amenities, and room choices offered within the community. Families often felt reassured knowing there would be sufficient independence tied with access to essential care should needs arise, an attractive proposition highlighted during tours aimed at potential new residents considering making Brookdale their home.

In conclusion, while Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living garners praise for its nurturing environment led by friendly staff willing to engage with both residents and families alike, it still faces challenges needing attention—particularly surrounding communication breakdowns between team members concerning care management protocols alongside food service improvements that would enhance overall resident satisfaction further.

Features

Housing

  • 90 resident community capacity 90 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

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
  • 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 Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • 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
  • 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
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • 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
  • Kosher Kosher
  • 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
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • 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
  • Forever fit Forever fit
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • 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
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Description

Brookdale Hattiesburg is an assisted living community located in Hattiesburg, MS. Our community offers a variety of amenities to ensure the comfort and convenience of our residents. We have a beauty salon on-site for residents to pamper themselves and maintain their personal grooming. Residents can enjoy their favorite TV shows with cable or satellite TV in their private accommodations.

Our community also provides community-operated transportation to assist residents in getting around town. We have a computer center for residents to stay connected with loved ones and engage in online activities. Our dining room offers restaurant-style dining where residents can enjoy delicious meals prepared by our skilled culinary team.

Residents have access to a fitness room equipped with exercise equipment to help them stay active and maintain their physical well-being. For leisure activities, we offer a gaming room, small library, and outdoor garden space for residents to relax and socialize.

We understand the importance of pets in our residents' lives, which is why we are pet-friendly. Housekeeping services are provided to ensure that our residents' living spaces are clean and tidy.

At Brookdale Hattiesburg, we prioritize the care and assistance of our residents. Our staff is available 24/7 through our call system, providing supervision and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. We work closely with healthcare providers to coordinate any necessary medical care for our residents.

We offer special dietary options such as diabetic diets and can accommodate specific dietary restrictions for our residents. Medication management is provided to ensure that medications are taken correctly and on time.

Our community organizes various activities for residents' enjoyment such as fitness programs, planned day trips, resident-run activities, and scheduled daily activities. Residents can also take advantage of concierge services for any additional assistance they may need.

Brookdale Hattiesburg is conveniently located near several cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options, places of worship, and hospitals. This ensures that our residents have easy access to essential services and recreational opportunities in the area.

We strive to provide a comfortable and engaging environment for our residents, promoting their overall well-being and independence. Come visit Brookdale Hattiesburg and experience the warm and caring community we have created for our residents.

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Oral & Facial Surgery Center (0.2 miles)
  • Hattiesburg Clinic (0.2 miles)
  • Hattiesburg Clinic South 28th Family Medicine (0.3 miles)
  • Southern Eye Center (0.6 miles)
  • Center for Sleep Medicine (0.6 miles)
  • Hattiesburg Clinic, Podiatry (0.6 miles)
  • Hattiesburg Clinic Center For Sleep Medicine (0.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Lincoln Square (0.5 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Wendy's (0.5 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (0.6 miles)
  • Waffle House (0.8 miles)
  • Shenanigans (1 miles)
  • Subway (1 miles)
  • McAlister's Deli (1.1 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Hattiesburg Clinic (0.6 miles)
  • Forrest General Hospital (1 miles)
  • Memorial Behavioral Health (1.1 miles)
  • Quest (2.1 miles)
  • Womens Center at Wesley Plaza (2.4 miles)
  • Wesley Health System (2.6 miles)
  • Wesley Medical Center (2.6 miles)

Cafes

  • The Midtowner (1.1 miles)
  • T-Bones Records & Cafe (1.1 miles)
  • Equinox Coffee (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.4 miles)
  • Newk's Express Cafe (2.1 miles)
  • Blu Jazz Cafe (2.7 miles)
  • The Depot Coffee House and Bistro (2.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Lincoln Road Baptist Church (1.1 miles)
  • St Thomas Aquinas church (1.7 miles)
  • Christian Science Society (1.9 miles)
  • Greater Mount Bethel (3.1 miles)

Parks

  • Kamper Park (1.2 miles)
  • Tatum Trails Disc Golf Course (2 miles)
  • Tatum Park (2.1 miles)
  • Walthall Park (2.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Alamo (1.3 miles)
  • Train Depot (2.8 miles)
  • Amtrak-HBG (2.8 miles)

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