Brookdale New Bern is an assisted living community in New Bern, NC.
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1336 South Glenburnie Road, New Bern, NC 28562
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
At Brookdale New Bern, the monthly costs for various room types reflect a blend of amenities and location within the broader context of Jones County and North Carolina. For instance, a studio apartment at Brookdale New Bern is priced at $3,915, which is notably higher than the county average of $3,507 but slightly below the state average of $4,020. The one-bedroom option costs $4,465, placing it above both Jones County's rate of $4,199 and North Carolina's state average of $4,055. Meanwhile, the two-bedroom units are priced at $6,125 - a significant premium compared to Jones County's average of just $3,291 and exceeding the state average of $4,245. These figures suggest that while Brookdale New Bern offers competitive services and facilities that may justify its pricing structure, prospective residents should carefully consider their budget in relation to county and state averages when making their decisions.
| Floor plans | Brookdale New Bern | Jones County | North Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,915 | $3,507 | $4,020 |
| 1 Bedroom | $4,465 | $4,199 | $4,055 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $6,125 | $3,291 | $4,245 |
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as genuinely caring and quick to help.
Multiple reviewers say staff are friendly, warm, and willing to respond to questions and concerns. Several accounts describe how caregivers supported a difficult move-in or helped family feel at ease afterward. A few reviewers also mention staff checking in frequently and communicating well with families when solutions were needed.
The facility is described as clean, well kept, and homey from day one.
Reviews frequently mention that the building looks clean and up to date, and that common areas feel maintained. Several visitors and residents describe it as bright and comfortable, including remarks about it smelling clean. A few also point to feeling safe and cared for as part of that overall impression.
Dining is often described as spacious and consistently good.
Many reviewers talk about the dining area and meals in positive terms, including comments that the meals are always good. Some mention a restaurant-style dining setup and that meals are served by staff. Even when there are concerns about meal variety, reviewers still commonly connect dining to day-to-day comfort.
Residents and families report there are regular activities and opportunities to socialize.
Reviewers describe ongoing engagement through events, outings, and resident activities, including game nights and music. Some say the community helped a loved one adjust by encouraging participation and making friends. Others frame activities as supportive, even when preferences around what matters most vary by family.
Some families say the rooms are small and options can be limiting.
Several reviewers mention that apartments felt small, and a few specifically connect that to a desire for more privacy or more space than they saw available. Others note the lack of furnished rooms at the time of their search. While some describe their specific room as homey and well maintained, the overall theme is that space and room options weren’t always a fit.
Families describe care that includes hands-on help with daily needs and medications.
Some reviewers mention nursing and caregiver attention that helped with health needs and comfort. A few accounts describe support that included organizing daily routines and medication-related help. There are also remarks about care transitions when higher needs came up, along with assurances that caregivers were attentive during the stay described.
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60 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments Studio apartments
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Activities off-site Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
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Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
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Ground floor units Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible Home sale assistance
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Outdoor common areas Outdoor space
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Private bathrooms Private cleaning services Resident parking
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Spa TV room
Telephone VA Benefits Consultation Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Craven County Regional (4 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation & parking Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
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
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Incontinence care Meal preparation and service
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Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation to doctors appointments Walking wheelchair assistance Diabetes diet Low / no sodium Low fat Meals provided No Sugar Restaurant style dining Room service Special dietary restrictions Activities off-site
Art classes Arts and crafts
Book club
Catholic services Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking club
Day trips and outings Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning Fitness programs
Games Gardening club
Happy hour
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Live musical performances Live well programs Planned day trips Religious services Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activities Stories Stretching classes Visiting chaplain or priest
Wii bowling Yoga / chair yoga
English SpanishAt Brookdale New Bern, the monthly costs for various room types reflect a blend of amenities and location within the broader context of Jones County and North Carolina. For instance, a studio apartment at Brookdale New Bern is priced at $3,915, which is notably higher than the county average of $3,507 but slightly below the state average of $4,020. The one-bedroom option costs $4,465, placing it above both Jones County's rate of $4,199 and North Carolina's state average of $4,055. Meanwhile, the two-bedroom units are priced at $6,125 - a significant premium compared to Jones County's average of just $3,291 and exceeding the state average of $4,245. These figures suggest that while Brookdale New Bern offers competitive services and facilities that may justify its pricing structure, prospective residents should carefully consider their budget in relation to county and state averages when making their decisions.
Brookdale New Bern offers 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, and Studio apartments.
Brookdale New Bern is located at 1336 South Glenburnie Road, New Bern, NC 28562 in Jones County, North Carolina
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