Brookdale Arvada

Brookdale Arvada sits in a neighborhood setting and first opened its doors in 1997, welcoming people aged 65 and older, though there are sometimes exceptions to the age limit, and the place offers services for folks who need a little help with daily living or memory care in a secure environment, with month-to-month leases and the need for a 30-day notice to leave or 14 days with advanced care, and there's no option for Medicaid coverage. Brookdale Arvada contains 54 units overall-27 for assisted living with studio and one-bedroom apartments, and 27 in memory care, where residents can have a private or semi-private apartment, and all the floors let in the sun and some have three-bedroom configurations, while living rooms, activity rooms, and outdoor spaces, like patios, paths, and garden beds, give everyone room to move about and enjoy some fresh air or gardening. The staff ratio is about 1 to every 8 to 10 residents, and at all hours there are people available for emergencies, and memory care residents have secured units with their own Discovery Center, set off by French doors that open to a courtyard, so there is always a sense of openness but with safety in mind. Residents get assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and medications, and the staff helps out with light housekeeping, laundry, shopping, meal prep, and gives reminders for hydration and nutrition, and there's support with incontinence care and medical needs, though home health services or hospice are brought in as needed since the community does not have skilled nursing on site. There's a beauty salon and barber for haircuts, plus a sports TV room, billiards room, piano or organ, spa and fitness spaces, Jacuzzi, and there are religious services on-site with more offsite options, and Brookdale Arvada does daily group transportation for planned trips, plus rides for individual appointments two days a week. The dining service is three meals a day, served restaurant-style, with a menu that changes to offer variety, and there are special diets for folks who need low sodium, low sugar, or gluten-free meals, and residents may choose room service or use a private dining room for family gatherings. Housekeeping, laundry, and even dry cleaning services help keep things tidy, and every living area has an emergency call system-pendants, watches, and pull cords-so people can easily ask for help if needed. Pets can live here, too, whether dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, or fish, with no weight restrictions, and a little extra for pet care if help is needed. Smoking's only allowed outside in special spots, and parking is provided for residents along with wheelchair-accessible showers. Staff arrange activities every day, social, educational, or physical, and two full-time coordinators plan events to keep people involved, whether it's crafts, games, or outings, and there's always an emphasis on person-centered support, with gentle reminders and guidance based on each person's needs. In memory care, staff use special programs for folks with Alzheimer's or other dementia, helping everyone age in place with extra support during tough times or with respite care and personalized planning. Brookdale Arvada doesn't have skilled nursing on site, but home health or private nursing agencies come in if needed, and as part of Brookdale Senior Living, the community keeps a focus on comfort, safety, and a friendly feeling between staff and residents, while informational blogs and events aim to keep everyone connected to what's going on. The place welcomes folks who want to stay as active as they're able, with comfortable spaces, nutritious meals, meaningful programs, and the aim to help people live well, while providing a safe place to call home.