At Brookdale Olympia East, the monthly costs for various room types reflect a premium when compared to both Thurston County and the broader state of Washington. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,685, which is noticeably higher than the county's average of $4,131 and the state's average of $4,126. One-bedroom units are priced at $5,605, significantly surpassing the local average of $4,085 while remaining above the state average of $4,632. The two-bedroom options also illustrate this trend; at $5,855 per month, they exceed both the county's rate of $3,092 and Washington's average of $4,301. This pricing structure suggests that Brookdale Olympia East offers a distinctive living experience that may justify its higher costs through included amenities and services tailored to enhance resident comfort and lifestyle.
Floor plans
Brookdale Olympia East
Thurston County
Washington
Studio
$4,685
$4,131
$4,128
1 Bedroom
$5,605
$4,085
$4,634
2 Bedrooms
$5,855
$3,092
$4,301
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Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring, friendly, and responsive.
Multiple reviews highlight staff who are warm and personable, including being attentive to residents in daily interactions. A number of families also say concerns get handled quickly and that staff are supportive during stressful transitions. Even when reviews mention process issues, they often still describe the on-the-ground caregiving team as kind and helpful.
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Restaurant-style dining and flexible hours
Dining is a consistent strength, with restaurant-style service and flexible access to meals.
Reviews frequently mention that the food quality is good and that residents enjoy it. Several people specifically describe dining as feeling like a restaurant rather than a cafeteria, and they note broad access to meals during the day. The community also lists restaurant-style dining and meal options, aligning with what residents and families talk about most.
common5 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Residents have a lot to do, including scheduled activities and community outings.
Many reviews describe a steady mix of activities—games, movies, crafts, and group events—plus options to stay involved. Families also mention day-to-day engagement like exercise classes and opportunities for residents to socialize. This matches the community’s activity-focused offering, including scheduled daily activities and day trips.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Communication and follow-through vary
Several families report gaps in communication and incomplete follow-through.
Some reviews describe unanswered calls, delays in callbacks, and steps that did not happen as expected after an agreement or evaluation was discussed. Others specifically call out care-related communication problems, including delays tied to showering. While some residents describe care as going well, the recurring theme is that families want clearer updates and more reliable follow-through.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Care can be inconsistent at times
A few reviews describe care delivery that did not match what was expected.
While many families praise the caregiving team, a smaller set of reviews report missed or inconsistent service components and delays in providing assistance. These reviews also raise concerns about whether paid-for services were delivered consistently. At the same time, the community does offer a care framework that includes assistance with activities of daily living and medication management, which shows what residents and families would reasonably expect to receive.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Pricing feels expensive and complex
Multiple reviews mention that costs are high and billing can be difficult to understand.
Some reviews say the overall price is expensive, and others mention surprise or hard-to-anticipate charges for portions of care. Families also raise concerns about billing transparency and communication when questions come up. The community’s pricing range spans from the mid-$4,000s to the mid-$5,000s depending on unit type, which helps explain why affordability is a recurring concern in feedback.
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Features
Housing
75 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent 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 on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Party space
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
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)
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
Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Low fat
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Jewish services
Karaoke
Live well programs
Mormon/LDS services
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Wine tasting
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Olympia, Washington is a bustling area with convenient access to various healthcare facilities such as Providence Neurology, Olympia Internal Medicine Associates, and Gastroenterology Associates. There are also pharmacies nearby including Medical Center Pharmacy and Albertsons Pharmacy for easy medication management. In terms of dining options, seniors can enjoy a variety of restaurants like IHOP, Applebee's, and Casa Mia. For leisure activities, there is the Regal Martin Village ScreenX & IMAX theater nearby as well as parks like Friendly Grove Park and Priest Point Park for outdoor relaxation. Additionally, transportation is easily accessible with the Olympia Transit Center located just 2.8 miles away. Overall, this area offers a mix of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a vibrant community to call home in Olympia.
At Brookdale Olympia East, the monthly costs for various room types reflect a premium when compared to both Thurston County and the broader state of Washington. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,685, which is noticeably higher than the county's average of $4,131 and the state's average of $4,126. One-bedroom units are priced at $5,605, significantly surpassing the local average of $4,085 while remaining above the state average of $4,632. The two-bedroom options also illustrate this trend; at $5,855 per month, they exceed both the county's rate of $3,092 and Washington's average of $4,301. This pricing structure suggests that Brookdale Olympia East offers a distinctive living experience that may justify its higher costs through included amenities and services tailored to enhance resident comfort and lifestyle.
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75 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Party space
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
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
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Dementia waiver
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Catholic services
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Jewish services
Karaoke
Wine tasting
English
Caring, dedicated staff in a clean, engaging memory-care community.
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