Brookdale Staunton

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a fireplace, sofa, and television.
  • Outdoors

    A building with an outdoor entrance under a clear blue sky.
  • Decor

    A beautifully set dining table in an elegantly designed room, featuring a chandelier and tasteful decor.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, TV, and ambient lighting.
  • Trees

    A charming patio with red umbrellas offers a scenic view of a landscaped garden and distant trees on a sunny day.
  • Dining

    A spacious dining area featuring elegant chandeliers and a grand piano.
  • Lighting

    A cozy dining area with tables and chairs, a television, and framed artwork on the walls.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A rehabilitation room equipped with exercise equipment for physical therapy.
  • Salon

    A modern beauty salon with hairdryers, chairs, and a mirrored workstation.

Brookdale Staunton

Brookdale Staunton is an assisted living and memory care community in Staunton, VA.

Information last verified:

1900 Hillsmere Lane, Staunton, VA 24401

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

4.4 from 105 reviews
5 stars
67
4 stars
24
3 stars
9
2 stars
2
1 stars
3

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Top 5% Senior Living Community in 2020

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Brookdale Staunton Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Staunton offers a range of living options at competitive prices within the local and state context. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $3,270 per month, which is notably higher than the city average of $3,088 but lower than the statewide average of $3,991. In contrast, the studio apartments at Brookdale Staunton are priced at $4,075 - significantly above Staunton's average of $2,795 yet somewhat lower than Virginia's average of $4,436. Larger accommodations like the one-bedroom and two-bedroom units also reflect this pricing trend: at $5,185 and $5,620 respectively, these rates exceed both local and state averages for similar types of housing. Overall, Brookdale Staunton's pricing structure suggests it positions itself as a mid-to-premium option within the market while offering amenities that cater to residents seeking additional comfort and care.

Floor plansBrookdale StauntonStaunton cityVirginia
Semi-Private$3,270$3,088$3,991
Studio$4,075$2,795$4,436
1 Bedroom$5,185$2,951$4,257
2 Bedrooms$5,620$4,304$4,602

Overall Review of Brookdale Staunton

common 28 reviews mention this

Staff compassion stands out

Residents and families consistently describe staff who care and follow through.

Across many reviews, families say the staff is caring, friendly, and attentive to resident needs and preferences. Several specifically mention staff checking in, learning likes and dislikes, and helping residents feel more comfortable over time. A few reviews also point to leadership responsiveness when concerns are raised, even when other parts of the experience fell short.

common 22 reviews mention this

Dining experience is a mix

Dining is a noticeable part of the experience, with both praise and complaints.

Some residents and families say they enjoy the meals, describe the dining area as restaurant-style, and mention favorites like ice cream. Others report food quality issues, including declining quality, meals not matching expectations, or needing to bring outside food. Even in mixed reviews, many families still describe the community as having a dedicated dining space and meal service that is part of day-to-day life.

caveat 11 reviews mention this

Care responsiveness can lag

Several reviews raise concerns about response times and hands-on care.

A recurring concern is that residents were not checked on as expected, call buttons could take a long time, or issues were noticed only after a delay. Some reviews describe missed attention to personal care needs and concerns about supervision, including falls not being found for hours. Other reviews balance this by saying care improved over time, but the pattern of responsiveness and follow-through concerns appears in multiple accounts.

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Pricing and value feel uneven

Some families feel pricing is high or doesn’t match what was promised.

A number of reviews mention cost concerns, including feeling the community is expensive for what was received and that what was advertised didn’t match the final experience. Others describe billing surprises or care charges and changes in living expenses. There are also reviews that describe cost as a good value or even lower than nearby options, which makes the overall pricing feedback inconsistent.

common 19 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Many reviews say activities and outings keep residents involved.

Residents and families frequently mention activities like bingo, arts and crafts, and day trips, along with ongoing scheduled programming. Several reviews describe loved ones getting out of their rooms and looking forward to what’s next, and some tours note residents participating and engaging in group activities. A smaller number of reviews say their loved one wasn’t interested in activities or would have liked more consistency, but activity offerings come up repeatedly.

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Features

Housing

  • 144 resident community capacity 144 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
  • Memory Care Memory Care

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
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor 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
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Shenandoah Valley Regional (12 miles away) Shenandoah Valley Regional (12 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • 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
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • 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
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • 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
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • 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
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Staunton, Virginia, offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior living needs. With several places of worship nearby, including St Paul's United Methodist Church and Trinity Episcopal Church, residents can easily maintain their spiritual practices. Access to pharmacies such as CVS and Medical Center Pharmacy ensures convenient access to medications and medical supplies. The proximity of parks like Gypsy Hill Park and Montgomery Hall Park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, there are numerous healthcare providers in the area, such as Carilion Clinic Family Medicine and Shenandoah Valley Orthopedics, offering comprehensive medical care. A range of dining options, from Maurice's Seafood to Emilio's Italian Restaurant, ensures diverse culinary experiences. The presence of theaters like Shenan Arts and cafes like Réunion Bakery & Espresso offers cultural enrichment and socialization opportunities. Transportation options such as the Amtrak Station-STA make it easy for seniors to travel when needed. Hospitals like Augusta Medical Center provide accessible healthcare services for any medical emergencies. Overall, this part of Staunton offers a well-rounded community with essential amenities for comfortable senior living.

Places of Worship

  • St Paul's United Methodist Church (0.6 miles)
  • General Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists (2.2 miles)
  • Trinity Episcopal Church (2.4 miles)
  • Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church (2.4 miles)
  • Rebirth International (2.5 miles)
  • Covenant Presbyterian Church (2.6 miles)
  • Cornerstone Church of Augusta (8.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Medical Center Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Ray's Health Mart Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Ray's Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4 miles)

Parks

  • Gypsy Hill Park (1.6 miles)
  • Montgomery Hall Park (2.5 miles)
  • Staunton Recreation & Parks (2.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Patient Care Plus (1.7 miles)
  • Carilion Clinic Family Medicine - Staunton (1.8 miles)
  • Staunton Medical Associates (1.8 miles)
  • Hersch & Associates (1.9 miles)
  • Staunton Eye Clinic, PLC (2.1 miles)
  • Shenandoah Valley Orthopedics (2.2 miles)
  • Augusta Orthopedic Surgery (2.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Maurice's Seafood (1.9 miles)
  • New York Flying Pizza (2.2 miles)
  • Chicano Boy Taco (2.2 miles)
  • Hardee's (2.2 miles)
  • Seed To Tail (2.2 miles)
  • Clocktower Eats & Sweets (2.4 miles)
  • Emilio's Italian Restaurant (2.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Shenan Arts (1.9 miles)
  • Shenandoah Shakespear Black Friars Theater (2.4 miles)
  • Staunton Performing Arts Center (2.5 miles)

Cafes

  • By & By (2.5 miles)
  • Réunion Bakery & Espresso (2.5 miles)
  • Crucible Coffee Roasters (2.6 miles)
  • Staunton Coffee Company (2.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak Station-STA (2.5 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (3.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Staunton VA Medical Clinic (2.8 miles)
  • Staunton Dialysis (7 miles)
  • University of Virginia Health System (8.3 miles)
  • Augusta Medical Center (8.5 miles)

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