Brookdale Gardens at Westlake offers competitive pricing for its living accommodations, with a one-bedroom unit priced at $3,530 per month. This rate is slightly above the average for Cuyahoga County, which stands at $3,410, yet remains lower than Ohio's statewide average of $3,712. For those seeking more space, the two-bedroom option is available for $4,050 monthly. This rate exceeds both the county and state averages of $3,458 and $3,501 respectively. Overall, Brookdale Gardens at Westlake positions itself as a noteworthy choice within its market segment, balancing quality and affordability in comparison to regional standards.
Floor plans
Brookdale Gardens at Westlake
Cuyahoga County
Ohio
1 Bedroom
$3,530
$3,410
$3,712
2 Bedrooms
$4,050
$3,458
$3,501
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Residents consistently describe the dining as a standout part of daily life.
Many reviews highlight meals that feel restaurant-style, with residents and family members describing the food as tasty, hot, and enjoyable. Several also mention variety at meals and help with dietary preferences. A smaller number of reviews raise concerns about consistency, including waits for service or dissatisfaction with food quality at times.
common40 reviews mention this
Staff warmth and responsiveness
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, helpful, and communicative.
Across reviews, families frequently praise staff for being friendly, caring, and professional, including reception, dining staff, housekeeping, and caregivers. Communication is described as supportive in several accounts, such as knowing what is going on and getting questions answered. Some reviews also complain about delays in getting help, staffing shortages, and turnover, which creates a mixed experience depending on timing.
common22 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Daily activities and entertainment are a recurring theme in reviews.
Residents and families describe a busy schedule that includes bingo, exercise classes, field trips, live performances, and social events like happy hours. Some reviews mention residents forming small groups and clubs, while others say the calendar helps support engagement. A few negative reviews call out limited activities or that planned outings were reduced.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Understaffing and service delays
Some reviews report understaffing that affected care timing and cleanliness.
Several critical reviews describe low staffing and longer waits for assistance, including delays when residents press call buttons. Some also mention issues tied to daily operations such as rooms not being clean, food running out, or having trouble getting medication on time. Others remain positive about care quality, so this appears to be a problem that not every reviewer experiences.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Assisted living, not memory care
Multiple reviewers note there is no memory ward or memory care option.
Some families looking for memory-care support say the community did not offer a memory ward, which made it a mismatch for their needs. One review also states there is no memory care, reinforcing that assisted living here may not meet dementia-specific requirements. If memory care is a priority, reviews suggest confirming the level of support before moving forward.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Pricing feels high to some families
A few reviews question value as rent increases.
One review directly raises concerns that rent increased significantly over the last few years and says it was not worth the price given service quality. Another review discusses affordability in broader terms, while emphasizing that costs can be high across senior living generally. The listing pricing range also places the community slightly above county and around the state for the unit types shown.
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Features
Housing
120 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Private patio, deck, or balcony
Resident parking
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
TV room
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Cleveland-Hopkins International (6 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Care Services
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
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
International cuisine
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Bible study group
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking club
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wii bowling
Yoga / chair yoga
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Westlake, Ohio is a vibrant and convenient area for seniors looking for a peaceful yet active lifestyle. With a variety of dining options such as the Dover Gardens Tavern, Bonefish Grill, and The Cheesecake Factory nearby, residents can enjoy delicious meals without having to travel far. In terms of healthcare, there are several pharmacies and physicians within a short distance, including Bay Dental Offices and North Shore Gastroenterology & Endoscopy Center. For entertainment, Regal Crocker Park & Imax theater offers the latest movies while Starbucks cafes provide a cozy spot to relax with a cup of coffee. Additionally, the city offers easy access to nature with parks like Bohlken Park and Rocky River Reservation nearby for outdoor activities. With hospitals like St John Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic - Avon Hospital in close proximity, residents can also feel secure knowing medical care is readily available. Overall, Westlake provides an ideal balance of amenities for seniors looking to enjoy their retirement years in a welcoming community.
Restaurants
Dover Gardens Tavern (0.2 miles)
Bonefish Grill (1.2 miles)
Blue Sushi Sake Grill (1.2 miles)
The Cheesecake Factory (1.2 miles)
Yard House (1.2 miles)
Another Broken Egg Cafe (1.3 miles)
Crocker Park (1.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Discount Drug Mart (0.3 miles)
Rite Aid (1.2 miles)
Market District Supermarket (1.4 miles)
Walgreens (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Cleveland Clinic - Richard E. Jacobs Health Center (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (3.2 miles)
Physicians
Bay Dental Offices (0.9 miles)
Fairview Ob Gyn Associates Crocker (1.2 miles)
North; Shore Gastroenterology & Endoscopy Center (1.5 miles)
Premier Physicians (1.6 miles)
Orthopedic Associates Westlake (1.8 miles)
Westshore Primary Care (4.9 miles)
Theaters
Regal Crocker Park & Imax (1.3 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (1.3 miles)
Starbucks (1.4 miles)
Starbucks (3.3 miles)
Starbucks (3.4 miles)
Starbucks (4.1 miles)
Panera Bread (4.5 miles)
Starbucks (6.7 miles)
Places of Worship
St Barnabas (2.1 miles)
Jehovah's Witnesses (2.4 miles)
St Joseph Church-Avon Lake (5.9 miles)
Hospitals
St John Medical Center (2.2 miles)
Cleveland Clinic - Avon Hospital (2.8 miles)
Cleveland Clinic - Fairview Hospital (5.5 miles)
CCF Fairview Hospital (5.5 miles)
Parks
Tri-City Park (3 miles)
Bohlken Park (4 miles)
Bain Park (4.1 miles)
Rocky River Reservation (4.7 miles)
Metroparks Rocky River Reservation North (5.2 miles)
Brookdale Gardens at Westlake offers competitive pricing for its living accommodations, with a one-bedroom unit priced at $3,530 per month. This rate is slightly above the average for Cuyahoga County, which stands at $3,410, yet remains lower than Ohio's statewide average of $3,712. For those seeking more space, the two-bedroom option is available for $4,050 monthly. This rate exceeds both the county and state averages of $3,458 and $3,501 respectively. Overall, Brookdale Gardens at Westlake positions itself as a noteworthy choice within its market segment, balancing quality and affordability in comparison to regional standards.
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120 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Private bathrooms
Private patio, deck, or balcony
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Cleveland-Hopkins International (6 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Bible study group
Book club
Concierge services
Cooking club
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Live musical performances
Wii bowling
English
Close-knit community feel with caring staff and strong family communication.
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