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Brookdale Brookfield

Brookdale Brookfield is a memory care community in Brookfield, WI.

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  • Interior

    An elegantly decorated dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, illuminated by chandeliers.

  • Decor

    A cozy dining room with neatly arranged tables and elegant chandeliers.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and window with curtains.

  • Building

    A brick building with an entrance and surrounding greenery under a partly cloudy sky.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, wooden furniture, and natural light from the window.

  • Windows

    A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and a window with curtains.

  • Landscaping

    A cozy outdoor patio with tables and chairs under umbrellas, set in a backyard.

  • Lighting

    A cozy hair salon setup with chairs, a mirror, and cabinets.

  • Seating Area

    A spacious living room with comfortable seating and a cozy fireplace, illuminated by natural light.

  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, sofas, and armchairs.

  • Patio

    A cozy outdoor patio with tables, chairs, and umbrellas under a covered area.

  • Hardwood Floor

    A multifunctional room featuring washing machines and a salon station with a sink, mirror, and chairs.

  • Stone Wall

    A cozy living room featuring a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and tasteful decor.

685 Woelfel Road, Brookfield, WI 53045

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

4.4 from 47 reviews
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Brookdale Brookfield Costs & Pricing

At Brookdale Brookfield, the monthly cost for a studio apartment is $7,695, which significantly exceeds both the average costs in Waukesha County and the broader state of Wisconsin. In contrast, Waukesha County's average for similar accommodations stands at $4,225 per month, while statewide averages are even lower at approximately $3,999. This discrepancy reflects Brookdale Brookfield's positioning as a premium provider of senior living services, emphasizing enhanced amenities and personalized care that may justify the higher price point. Families considering this option should weigh the superior offerings against their budgetary constraints relative to local market rates.

Floor plansBrookdale BrookfieldWaukesha CountyWisconsin
Studio$7,695$4,225$3,999

Overall Review of Brookdale Brookfield

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Dementia care is a key focus

Residents describe dementia-focused support and structured days that help during cognitive decline.

Multiple residents and family members specifically point to dementia and Alzheimer’s support as a reason they felt comfortable here. Reviewers mention staff being patient with cognitive decline and well-trained in dementia care, along with personalized attention and respect for residents’ needs. Several also describe structured daily activities that helped residents stay engaged and support emotional well-being. The community’s memory care offering aligns with these repeated observations.

common 36 reviews mention this

Staff communication and attention

Families consistently describe staff who are accessible, responsive, and easy to communicate with.

Across many reviews, residents’ families emphasize how approachable staff felt and how well they kept families informed. Reviewers describe frequent updates by phone, attentive check-ins, and staff being alert to needs as situations changed. Several also mention leadership involvement and regular communication about care and options. Even where families noted operational issues, they still describe timely follow-through once concerns were raised.

common 9 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and upkeep come up often

Reviewers frequently mention clean, well-kept spaces for residents and visitors.

A number of reviews describe the facility as clean and well-maintained, with bright, cheerful environments and rooms that look cared for. Some families also mention the building feeling new or recently updated. There are also a few concerns that relate to cleanliness or maintenance timing, like issues with rooms not being cleaned immediately after move-in or needing reminders. Overall, cleanliness is a repeated positive theme, with occasional room-level frustrations.

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Food quality and dining satisfaction

Dining is described as enjoyable, with few complaints about meals overall.

Several reviews say the food was very good or that there were no complaints about meals, and some families mention dining as a positive part of day-to-day life. One reviewer also describes an average quality of food, showing dining impressions can vary by experience. Where diet preferences came up, families describe meal patterns that matched what their loved one needed. Restaurant-style dining is also offered, which fits the way residents and families talk about meals in the dining experience.

  • A cozy dining room with neatly arranged tables and elegant chandeliers.
  • An elegantly decorated dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, illuminated by chandeliers.
caveat 5 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some

Several families say pricing and value were a concern, even when other parts felt strong.

Some reviewers felt the cost was reasonable for the care they received, but others raised value concerns. A few mention the cost being higher than expected or that they would have liked more amenities or updates for the price. At least one family chose another community that better matched their budget, and another discussed pricing in terms of base fees with add-ons. Even with concerns about cost, many reviews still describe strong caregiving and communication.

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Features

Housing

  • 95 resident community capacity 95 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
  • 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 on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • 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
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • 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

  • General Mitchell International (14 miles away) General Mitchell International (14 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
  • 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
  • High acuity care High acuity 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
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • 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 on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • 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
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Brookfield, Wisconsin offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With numerous restaurants nearby, such as Mission BBQ, Portillo's, and Cafe Hollander, residents can enjoy delicious meals without traveling far from home. The area also boasts several pharmacies for convenient access to medication and essential supplies. In terms of healthcare, there are reputable medical centers like West Suburban Center For Arthritis and Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group within a short distance. Additionally, the presence of parks like Elm Grove Village Park and Fox Brook Park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. For spiritual fulfillment, places of worship like First Congregational Church are easily accessible. Lastly, with hospitals like Waukesha Memorial Hospital and Froedtert Pavilion in close proximity, residents can rest assured knowing quality healthcare is readily available in case of emergencies.

Restaurants

  • Mission BBQ (0.2 miles)
  • Portillo's (0.3 miles)
  • Kopp's Frozen Custard Stand (0.5 miles)
  • Cafe Hollander (1.3 miles)
  • Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant (1.5 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.6 miles)
  • Oscar's Frozen Custard (2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Metro Market Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Pick 'n Save Pharmacy (2.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Silverspot Cinema - The Corners of Brookfield (1.3 miles)

Physicians

  • West Suburban Center For Arthritis (1.5 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group (1.7 miles)
  • Drs. Roy and Associates (3.6 miles)
  • Prohealth Care Medical Centers (4.3 miles)
  • New Berlin Family Practice Clinic (4.4 miles)
  • Aurora Advanced Healthcare (4.4 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group (4.5 miles)

Parks

  • Dousman Stage Coach Inn Museum (1.6 miles)
  • Elm Grove Village Park (2.8 miles)
  • Fox Brook Park (3 miles)
  • The Big Backyard (3.3 miles)
  • Greenfield Park (4.1 miles)
  • Imperial Estate Park (4.3 miles)
  • Wagner Park (4.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Mama D's Coffee (4.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Congregational Church (4.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Rogers Memorial Hospital (5 miles)
  • Waukesha Memorial Hospital (5.6 miles)
  • Froedtert Pavilion (5.8 miles)
  • Surgicenter - Children's Wisconsin (6 miles)

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