Brookdale Anderson

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    A cozy living room featuring a fireplace, armchairs, bookshelves, and decorative plants.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom featuring a wooden bed frame with floral bedding and a standing lamp.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with elegant furniture and decor.

  • Building

    The entrance of a hotel with a covered driveway and landscaping.

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    A cozy living room with ample seating and natural light from large windows.

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Brookdale Anderson

Brookdale Anderson is an assisted living community in Anderson, SC.

Information last verified:

311 Simpson Road, Anderson, SC 29621

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

3.8 from 48 reviews
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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 Anderson Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Anderson offers competitive pricing for its various room types compared to both Anderson County and the state of South Carolina. For a one-bedroom unit, residents can expect to pay $2,785, which is significantly lower than the county average of $3,802 and the state average of $3,806. The two-bedroom option at Brookdale is also attractively priced at $3,685, again undercutting both the county and state averages of $4,280 and $4,337 respectively. However, the studio rate stands out at $5,035 - higher than both county and state averages of $3,756 and $3,649 - suggesting that this particular offering might cater to a specific demographic or include additional amenities. Overall, Brookdale Anderson presents a favorable choice for those seeking affordable living options without compromising on quality.

Floor plansBrookdale AndersonAnderson CountySouth Carolina
1 Bedroom$2,785$3,802$3,806
2 Bedrooms$3,685$4,280$4,337
Studio$5,035$3,756$3,649

Overall Review of Brookdale Anderson

common 22 reviews mention this

Staff compassion shows through

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as attentive and caring.

Across reviews, many families say the staff is kind, helpful, and takes time to check in, including encouraging residents to join upcoming activities. Several reviewers also describe patience and understanding with residents who were anxious, upset, or needed close monitoring. A few other reviews are more critical about care coordination, but even those often distinguish between staffing effort and communication gaps.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Dining quality is uneven

Dining can fall short with inconsistent service and presentation.

Some residents and families praise the food as well prepared or enjoyable, with comments about fresh meals and good variety. Others describe an inconsistent menu and service, with dining details such as tablecloth or napkin cleanliness called out. A couple of reviews also mention meals being served cold at times, and one reviewer says the food experience can be a disappointment compared with expectations.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Maintenance and cleanliness vary

The condition of the building and upkeep is a mixed picture.

Several reviews say the community is clean and well maintained, including specific praise for cleanliness and updates like new carpeting. At the same time, multiple reviews point to aging buildings and grounds that need refreshing, with comments about dry rotting canopies, exterior roots, drainage, and general wear. A few more negative reviews describe cleaning not keeping up after move-in and problems like missed apartment cleaning or lack of follow-through.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Care communication needs follow-through

Communication about care is not consistent across experiences.

Some families describe supportive care during transitions, including staff who make space for skilled nursing needs and accommodate complicated situations. However, other reviews report situations where they had to repeatedly call for basic assistance, and they say updates and coordination with doctors or outside providers did not happen as expected. During health crises and rehab experiences, a lack of communication after contacting the facility is also mentioned.

common 3 reviews mention this

Activities feel basic for some

Activity programming is available, but variety can feel limited.

Some reviewers say the community offers scheduled daily activities, live musical performances, fitness programs, and resident engagement. Others describe activities as basic or repetitive, and one reviewer says they were not encouraged to try meals during a visit. Overall, the reviews suggest activities can be there, but the fit depends on what a resident or family is looking for.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Pricing can be a concern

Costs may change, and some families describe pricing stress.

One review says fees were initially steep but that the community worked with the family on costs. Other feedback includes concerns about billing, including rate increases over time and handling of pricing problems. While pricing is described as reasonable in some situations, the recurring theme is that financial terms may require careful attention.

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Features

Housing

  • 40 resident community capacity 40 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
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

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
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fireplaces Fireplaces
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • 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
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • 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

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • 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
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • 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
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Anderson, South Carolina, offers a convenient and accessible location with various amenities nearby. There are several hospitals within a short distance, such as AnMed Health North Campus and AnMed Health Women's and Children's Hospital, providing quality healthcare services. Additionally, there are numerous physicians' offices and pharmacies in the vicinity for easy access to medical care. For dining options, there is a variety of restaurants including Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and Sakura Japanese Restaurant. Cafes like Starbucks offer a cozy atmosphere for socializing or enjoying a quiet cup of coffee. Places of worship like the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and North Anderson Baptist Church provide spiritual support and community connections. Overall, this area provides a comfortable and convenient setting for seniors looking to settle in Anderson.

Hospitals

  • Encompass Health Corporation Anderson (0.3 miles)
  • Anderson Va Outpatient Clinic (0.4 miles)
  • AnMed Health Medicus Surgery Center (0.5 miles)
  • Wound & Hyperbaric Medicine (0.6 miles)
  • Anmed Health North Campus (0.7 miles)
  • AnMed Health Kids Care (0.7 miles)
  • AnMed Health Women's and Children's Hospital (0.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Upstate Endoscopy (0.3 miles)
  • AnMed Health Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center (0.5 miles)
  • Piedmont Comprehensive Pain Management Group (0.5 miles)
  • Blue Ridge Orthopaedics (0.5 miles)
  • Primary Care Associates (0.5 miles)
  • Medicus (0.6 miles)
  • Anmed Health Medical Center, Anmed Health OB-Gyn Associates (0.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (0.4 miles)
  • Sakura Japanese Restaurant (0.5 miles)
  • Zaxby's (0.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.6 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.7 miles)
  • Eggs Up Grill (0.9 miles)
  • Burger King (0.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.7 miles)
  • Reflections Cafe (2.1 miles)
  • Grace's Coffee House & Restaurant (2.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walmart Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Propp Drugs (2 miles)
  • Ingles Market (2 miles)
  • Anderson Area Medical Center - Anmed Home Care Services, Private Care (2.2 miles)
  • Medicine Shoppe (2.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (1.8 miles)
  • North Anderson Baptist Church (2.1 miles)
  • Second Chance Church (2.7 miles)

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