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Brookdale Germantown

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

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  • Interior

    A neatly arranged dining room with tables set for a meal.

  • Outdoors

    A scenic garden with a pathway lined by trees and bushes.

  • Decor

    Cozy bedroom setup with a bed, couch, and decorative elements.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with two armchairs, a small table, and elegant curtains.

  • Building

    A colonial-style building entrance featuring large white columns and a brick facade.

  • Painting

    A cozy living room with a floral sofa, armchair, and decorative elements such as a painting and flowers.

  • Salon

    An empty hair salon with styling stations, mirrors, and chairs.

7701 Poplar Ave., Germantown, TN 38138

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

4.4 from 97 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Brookdale Germantown Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Germantown offers its studio accommodations at a competitive rate of $4,060 per month, which is slightly more affordable than the average cost in Shelby County, priced at $4,078. However, when compared to the broader state of Tennessee, where the average monthly cost for a similar room type stands at $3,485, Brookdale Germantown reflects a premium pricing tier. This may be indicative of the enhanced services and amenities that residents can expect from this community. Overall, while Brookdale's rates are above both county and state averages, they are positioned within a market that values quality care and an enriching living environment.

Floor plansBrookdale GermantownShelby CountyTennessee
Studio$4,060$4,078$3,485

Overall Review of Brookdale Germantown

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Staff feel friendly and caring

Residents and families consistently describe staff as friendly and caring.

Across the reviews, residents and families repeatedly note that staff members are kind, attentive, and respectful. Many reviewers also mention strong day-to-day support, including helping with personal needs and responding when families call or visit. Some reviewers also describe room for improvement when it comes to response times or follow-through, but the overall tone stays strongly centered on caring people.

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Care feels individualized

Care plans are described as individualized to residents’ needs.

Several reviews describe care being tailored—ranging from medication help and personal grooming support to meal reminders and assistance with mobility. Multiple families also say the staff gets them involved in the process early so they understand the level of assistance being provided, with the ability to increase support if needs change. A smaller set of comments raises concerns about inconsistent execution at times, including situations where residents needed more help than promised.

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Meals and dining stand out

Dining is a frequent point of praise, with restaurant-style service mentioned by residents.

Many reviews talk about meal quality positively, including references to good food, meals that look appealing, and staff helping residents during meal times. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and room service, along with special diet options like gluten-free, low/no-sodium, and diabetic-friendly meals that align with how residents describe receiving tailored meal support. A few reviews are less positive, citing late meals, limited variety, or meals not matching what was expected, especially for residents with special dietary needs.

  • A neatly arranged dining room with tables set for a meal.
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Activities and community keep residents engaged

Residents describe a steady mix of activities and social time.

Reviewers frequently mention community-sponsored activities and social events, including games, music, and outings. Several also call out creative and faith-based programming, plus opportunities like day trips and visiting chaplain or religious services. While most comments highlight engagement, a few reviewers say the activity schedule could be stronger or that some areas (like smaller dining or bistro-style options) weren’t operating as expected at certain times.

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Pricing is a recurring concern

Pricing is described as high, sometimes driving families to compare other options.

Multiple reviews directly call out the community as expensive, with some families also noting one-time move-in costs. Several reviewers say cost was a deciding factor after touring or while evaluating fit, even when they otherwise liked the facility. At the same time, some families still describe good value for the support received, which suggests the pricing concern isn’t universal—but it shows up often enough to be a clear consideration.

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Features

Housing

  • 54 resident community capacity 54 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

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
  • 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
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • 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
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • 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 available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Memphis International (10 miles away) Memphis International (10 miles away)
  • 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
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • 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
  • Room service Room service
  • 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
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • 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
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • 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
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Germantown, Tennessee is a vibrant and convenient neighborhood with a variety of amenities nearby. The area offers a range of dining options, from casual spots like Chicken Salad Chick and McDonald's to more upscale choices such as Urban Fusion & Asian Bistro. There are also several healthcare providers in close proximity, including The Flinn Clinic and Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates. In terms of recreation, residents can enjoy the beautiful Cameron Brown Park or take a short drive to Shelby Farms Park for outdoor activities. Additionally, there are places of worship like Emmanuel United Methodist Church and cafes such as Java Cafe within a reasonable distance. Overall, this area provides a comfortable and well-rounded environment for senior living in Germantown.

Restaurants

  • Chicken Salad Chick (0.2 miles)
  • Rock'n Dough Pizza + Brew (0.2 miles)
  • Urban Fusion & Asian Bistro (0.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.7 miles)
  • Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana (1.8 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.8 miles)

Physicians

  • The Flinn Clinic (0.2 miles)
  • Pediatrics East (0.3 miles)
  • McCulley Allergy, Sinus & Asthma Center (0.4 miles)
  • Hurley Mary Margaret MD PC (0.4 miles)
  • Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates (0.5 miles)
  • Rheumatology Specialty Clinc (0.5 miles)
  • UT Medical - Surgical Oncology (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Methodist Surgery Center (1.5 miles)
  • Saint Francis Hospital (3.4 miles)
  • Lebonheur Outpatient Center-East (4.3 miles)
  • Methodist Healthcare Employee Assistance Program (5.2 miles)

Parks

  • Cameron Brown Park (1.7 miles)
  • Shelby Farms Park (3.7 miles)
  • Sea Isle Neighborhood (4.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Emmanuel United Methodist Church (2.3 miles)
  • Hope Presbyterian Church (3.2 miles)
  • Grace Evangelical Church (3.7 miles)
  • White Station Church of Christ (5.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Java Cafe (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.7 miles)

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