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Brookdale Columbia

Brookdale Columbia is an assisted living community in Columbia, TN.

Information last verified: December 26, 2025

5011 Trotwood Avenue, Columbia, TN 38401

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

4.5 from 72 reviews

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4 stars

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3 stars

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2 stars

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Brookdale Columbia Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Columbia offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, with studio apartments costing $3,630 per month, which is slightly lower than the Williamson County average of $3,740 but higher than the state average of $3,485. For one-bedroom units, Brookdale Columbia's rate is $4,275, positioning it just above the county's average of $4,261 and considerably higher than Tennessee's statewide average of $3,592. These rates reflect a balance between quality care and comfortable living in a desirable community setting while remaining mindful of regional pricing trends.

Floor plans	Brookdale Columbia	Williamson County	Tennessee
Studio	$3,630	$3,740	$3,485
1 Bedroom	$4,275	$4,261	$3,592

Overall Review of Brookdale Columbia

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Caring, communicative support

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who are attentive, kind, and responsive.

Across many reviews, families say the staff shows up with patience and concern, and that caregivers communicate changes to families. Several residents are described as looking happy and “at home,” with staff checking on people and helping residents stay engaged. A few reviews still raise serious concerns about care management being hard to reach, but the most repeated theme is consistent, personal support.

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Cleanliness and safe feeling

Many reviews highlight a clean environment and a secure setup for residents.

Many reviewers describe the facility as clean and well kept, and some mention pleasant-smelling, “no mess” spaces during visits. Safety also comes up in a couple of places, with references to secure doors and a controlled layout that helps prevent wandering. There are also a limited number of very direct cleanliness complaints, including reports of sanitation issues in a room.

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Food quality and meal options

Food is frequently described as good, with some residents noting meal choices.

Several reviews mention that the food tastes good and that residents are eating regularly. Others add that families can get updates around meals or that there are choices offered. A recurring complaint is not about taste but about costs and how meal requests or food variety are handled, especially when residents need accommodations.

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Daily activities keep residents engaged

Residents are often kept busy with structured daily activities.

Many reviews describe a steady activity schedule and call out engagement from staff, including the activities director. Families also mention residents participating in groups and spending less time isolated in rooms. At least a couple of reviews go the other direction, saying residents were not getting enough encouraged social time or that there was little happening day to day.

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Extra charges and complex billing

Some families feel the pricing and billing process adds stress.

A few reviews say the community charges extra for help with daily care tasks, even for needs like bathing or assistance with walking and dressing. Others describe the billing as confusing, including reports of charges that are hard to decipher or difficulty getting clarity. Respite is also called out as having a set minimum stay and being more expensive than other facilities the reviewer considered.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Memory care concerns and staffing gaps

Some reviews warn that staffing levels and memory care support may fall short.

Multiple critical reviews specifically raise concerns for people who need memory care, including reports that the facility is not a good fit in that situation. Complaints also include claims of understaffing, difficulty managing resident care needs, and poor responsiveness from care management. While some families say care is going well and medication issues were handled, the negative memory care and staffing accounts are clear and repeated.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

52 resident community capacity
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
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Guasts at mealtime
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
Private patio, deck, or balcony
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

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
Dementia waiver
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
Kosher
Low / no sodium
Low fat
Meals provided
No Sugar
Renal
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian

Activities

Art classes
Brain fitness
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Fitness programs
Gardening club
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Trivia games
Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Columbia, Tennessee offers a variety of amenities that may be appealing for those considering senior living. There are several places of worship nearby, including Pleasant Heights Baptist Church and Liberty Baptist Church, providing opportunities for spiritual fulfillment. The area also boasts convenient access to healthcare services, with physicians such as Pain & Spine Consultants and pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens located within a short distance. Additionally, there are plenty of dining options ranging from fast food chains like McDonald's to sit-down restaurants like Ruby Tuesday and Applebee's. For recreation, Ridley Park and Maury County Park offer green spaces for leisurely walks or picnics. Overall, this area provides a mix of essential services and enjoyable activities for seniors to enjoy in their retirement years.

Places of Worship

Pleasant Heights Baptist Church (0.9 miles)
Middle Tennessee Future Ministers Camp at Graymere (1.5 miles)
Liberty Baptist Church (1.9 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (2.8 miles)
Journey Church Columbia (3.6 miles)
McCains Cumberland Presbyterian Church (5.5 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (6.8 miles)

Parks

Ridley Park (1 miles)
Maury County Park (1.7 miles)
Yanahli Park (5.6 miles)
Nashville Zoo (6.4 miles)
Harvey Park (15.2 miles)

Physicians

Pain & Spine Consultants (1.1 miles)
Southern Radiology Associates (1.5 miles)
Columbia Orthopedic Clinic (1.8 miles)
Maury Regional Outpatient Imaging Center (2 miles)
Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center (2 miles)
Physician Finder Line (2 miles)
Southern Radiation Oncologists (2 miles)

Restaurants

Lucky Bamboo (1.3 miles)
La Fuente (1.3 miles)
KFC (2 miles)
McDonald's (2 miles)
Ruby Tuesday (2.1 miles)
Applebee's (2.3 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.4 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
Holland's Pharmacy (2 miles)
Kroger Pharmacy (2 miles)
Fisher Pharmacy & Gifts (2.2 miles)
Holland's Apothecary (2.7 miles)
Walgreens (4.6 miles)

Hospitals

Maury Regional Out-Patient Pavillion (2 miles)
Maury Regional Hospital (2 miles)
Chemical Dependency Unit (2 miles)
Maury Regional Ems (4.8 miles)

Cafes

Buckhead Coffee House (2.5 miles)
Panera Bread (13.5 miles)
The Fainting Goat Coffee (14.4 miles)
Lynnville Bakery (15.6 miles)

Transportation

Alamo (4.3 miles)
Tennessee Southern Railroad (7 miles)
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (8.9 miles)

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