Brookdale Lake Charles is an assisted living and memory care community situated in the heart of Lake Charles, Louisiana. This community is designed to provide residents with a personalized approach to care, focusing on the unique needs of each individual. With both assisted living and memory care services available, residents can enjoy a supportive environment tailored to their level of independence while receiving help with daily activities such as personal grooming, medication management, home upkeep, and laundry. Residents benefit from private apartments, where personal care options are customized through a monthly rate to ensure a comfortable and welcoming living experience.
The community is nestled amidst the vibrant cultural backdrop of Lake Charles, offering residents an opportunity to experience the city's distinctive Cajun culture, culinary delights, and active arts scene. Whether exploring local museums like the Imperial Calcasieu Museum or the Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center, taking a stroll at Prien Lake Park along Indian Bay, or savoring meals at local seafood cafés, residents can easily access the city's many attractions from the comfort and security of their new home. The location also offers peace of mind, being close to several hospitals and medical centers.
Life at Brookdale Lake Charles is enriched by a wide range of engaging activities and amenities designed to foster social connection and personal growth. Events and activities like trivia nights, crafting circles, and evening socials help to build a strong sense of community and provide opportunities for residents to discover new hobbies and build lasting friendships. The dedicated caregiving team demonstrates compassion, understanding, and respect, supporting each resident's independence while delivering attentive assistance when needed.
Dining and housekeeping are included as part of the overall experience, ensuring that residents can focus on enjoying their daily lives without the burden of chores. The Personal Solutions program enhances convenience by enabling residents or their families to order personal care items—such as toothpaste, mouthwash, hygiene products, and more—for direct delivery to their front door, with all purchases discreetly billed and delivered in plain packaging for privacy.
Memory care at Brookdale Lake Charles is anchored in a person-centered philosophy, focusing on maintaining each resident's skills and sense of self. The environment is specially designed for those living with cognitive challenges, including dementia and Alzheimer’s, with a structured daily calendar that includes physical exercise, socialization, and entertainment. Team members receive special training to provide supportive, dignified care while fostering residents' engagement and well-being.
Residents have access to a diverse array of comfortable settings within the community, such as apartment living rooms, bedrooms, dining and recreation rooms, a courtyard, library, patio, and a worship room—each space thoughtfully arranged for comfort and community interaction. At Brookdale Lake Charles, the goal is to create a warm, supportive environment where residents can enjoy life to the fullest, surrounded by compassionate professionals and neighbors who care.