Brookdale Tyler South in Tyler, TX

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Brookdale Tyler South in Tyler, TX

Brookdale Tyler South is a memory care community in Tyler, TX.

Information last verified:

5403 Plantation Drive, Tyler, TX 75703

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

4.4 from 82 reviews
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4 stars
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Brookdale Tyler South Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Tyler South offers a range of room types at varying costs that reflect the unique pricing landscape of Smith County and Texas as a whole. For semi-private accommodations, residents can expect to pay between $2,526 and $5,095, which is notably lower than the county average of $4,316 but slightly exceeds the state average of $3,680. Private rooms are available for $3,031, comfortably nestled between Smith County's average of $2,916 and Texas's broader average of $4,096. The studio options command a premium at Brookdale Tyler South, priced at $6,035 - a figure significantly higher than both the local average of $3,389 and the state average of $3,758. Overall, while some options are competitive with county rates, others reflect a more specialized offering that may appeal to those seeking enhanced amenities or services.

Floor plansBrookdale Tyler SouthSmith CountyTexas
Semi-Private$2,526 to $5,095$4,316$3,680
Private$3,031$2,916$4,096
Studio$6,035$3,389$3,758

Overall Review of Brookdale Tyler South

common 30 reviews mention this

Staff are consistently caring

Families repeatedly describe staff as attentive, kind, and quick to help.

Across reviews, residents are described as being treated with respect and cared for with a steady focus on safety and day-to-day needs. Many families also say communication is good during visits, with staff taking time to talk and update them. A few reviewers raise staffing- or follow-through-related concerns, but the overall tone is that staff members are approachable and supportive.

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Memory care focus is central

This community is described by residents as focused on secured memory care.

Multiple reviews specifically call out the secured memory-care setup and the way staff handle residents who are confused or trying to leave. Families also mention that the care approach helps calm frustration and supports routines for memory-challenged residents. The listing also shows memory care as the care type, along with memory-focused services and dementia-related waivers and programming.

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Activities keep days structured

Residents are described as having plenty of scheduled activities.

Several families mention that the day feels structured, with activities happening most days and including favorites like games and family events. Reviews also describe staff and activity coordination helping residents stay engaged and involved, rather than staying inactive in their rooms. A small number of reviewers disagree, including one who says activities are not up to expectations.

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Dining is a frequent bright spot

Food quality and dining experience come up again and again in reviews.

Many reviews highlight the meals as enjoyable, with some calling the food the best part of the experience and noting it’s satisfying for residents. Others mention dining room meals and in-room meal support, along with the idea of diets being accommodated for specific needs. One reviewer is more mixed, saying to check the menu and costs, but the majority of food comments are positive.

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Pricing feels high to some

Some families feel the overall cost is expensive or hard to understand.

Several reviews explicitly call the community expensive and advise others to check costs carefully. A few also mention additional charges tied to services or how pricing works, and one reviewer questions how fees are handled. At the same time, the listing’s price comparisons for studio, private, and semi-private units position the rates below county and state benchmarks, so the mismatch appears to come down to what individual families experienced and what services they needed.

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Features

Housing

  • 56 resident community capacity 56 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • 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
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • 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
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • 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
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Security gate Security gate
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Tyler Pounds (6 miles away) Tyler Pounds (6 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
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • 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
  • 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
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Tyler, Texas is a diverse and convenient area with a variety of amenities and services nearby. There are several restaurants ranging from casual fast food options like Whataburger and Taco Bell to more upscale dining experiences at Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse and Yamato Hibachi & Sushi Bar. For medical needs, there are multiple physicians and pharmacies within a short distance, providing easy access to healthcare services. Places of worship such as Congregation Beth El and Calvary Baptist Church offer spiritual enrichment for residents. The neighborhood also features cafes like Ming's Cafe and Panera Bread for relaxing outings. Additionally, there are entertainment options like Times Square Movie Theater nearby for leisurely activities. Overall, this area offers convenience and accessibility for seniors looking to settle down in Tyler.

Restaurants

  • Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse (0.4 miles)
  • 1836 Texas Kitchen (0.6 miles)
  • Whataburger (0.7 miles)
  • Taco Bell (0.8 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (0.9 miles)
  • Kawa's Hibachi Grill & Lounge (1 miles)
  • Yamato Hibachi & Sushi Bar (1 miles)

Physicians

  • Drug & Alcohol Testing Compliance Services (0.5 miles)
  • Dr Hope Short, MD (0.5 miles)
  • Dermatology Associates of Tyler (0.5 miles)
  • Health At Work (0.7 miles)
  • Audiology Associates of East Texas (0.9 miles)
  • Trinity Clinic, Medical Specialties, Urgent Care, Directcare (1.1 miles)
  • Epiphany Dermatology (1.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Congregation Beth El (0.8 miles)
  • Calvary Baptist Church (1.4 miles)
  • Tyler Christian Fellowship (1.5 miles)
  • Green Acres Baptist Church (3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walmart Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Good's Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Kinsey's Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Brookshire Food & Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Brookshire's (1.1 miles)
  • Smart Rx Pharmacy (1.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Times Square Movie Theater (1 miles)
  • SMG Tyler (3 miles)

Cafes

  • Ming's Cafe (1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.3 miles)
  • Coffee City USA (1.8 miles)
  • Crema Coffee Co. (1.8 miles)
  • The Coco Bean (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Hertz Rent A Car (1.9 miles)

Parks

  • Faulkner Park (2.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Encompass Health (3 miles)

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