Brookside Retirement Residence

    1199 S Dora St, Ukiah, CA, 95482
    4.0 · 21 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Well-kept facility, pricey, management concerns

    I toured and spent time at Brookside and overall I'd recommend it - it's the nicest, quiet, well-kept facility in the area with excellent, nutritious meals, tons of well-attended activities, a beauty shop, library, game room and happy, uplifted residents. The staff I met were friendly, caring and efficient, the apartments are clean and accessible, and there's a safe, independent atmosphere with good transportation and amenities. My main concerns: rent is high and units are unfurnished, I was told some staff report terrible management, unpredictable scheduling and poor working conditions, and I even saw cockroaches once. If you can afford it and value activities/food/setting, it's worth serious consideration.

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    3.95 · 21 reviews

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    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.5
    • Meals

      4.2
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      3.8

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    About Brookside Retirement Residence

    Brookside Retirement Residence sits on a welcoming 3-acre campus in Ukiah, California, shaded by old trees and lots of green space, and offers a comfortable and secure place for seniors aged 55 or 62 and up who want a sense of community and independence. The facility mainly focuses on independent living for seniors who can take care of themselves but also provides assisted living and memory care services for those who need extra help, with trained staff always available around the clock to help with things like dressing, bathing, daily chores, or just getting around. The campus has unfurnished studio apartments, so residents can set things up how they like, with their own bath and kitchenette, refrigerator, and microwave, and all utilities are included except phones and cable, keeping things pretty simple. Every day, meals are prepared by an on-site chef and team, with three tasty and healthy options, and the dining room can host private parties if families come to celebrate something special; there's also a beauty shop, game room, and library right on site. Staff plan different activities like birthday parties, Hawaiian luaus, themed holiday events, and live music, so there's always something to do, and for exercise and fresh air, residents can use both indoor and outdoor common areas or sign up for trips off-campus. There are pet visits from time to time, transportation services, and housekeeping and laundry are taken care of every day, so people can spend more time doing what they want and less time worrying about daily chores. Residents living with memory trouble, like Alzheimer's or dementia, have their own Memory Care area, which is set up to reduce confusion and keep everyone safe. The place is known for its friendly, helpful staff who try to make things run smoothly and create a welcoming environment, and people have noticed, since Brookside Retirement Residence currently has an average rating of 8.4 out of 10, which is the highest among five similar communities in Ukiah. Even though the business has not been rated or accredited by the BBB, it's been listed under retirement communities and senior living in the California region since January 2024. With different types of care, choices of studio layouts, and a focus on privacy and staying active, Brookside Retirement Residence supports seniors who want to keep living their own lives, while still having help nearby if needed.

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