Brookdale Tyler South is a senior living community in Tyler, Texas, that specializes in memory care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The community’s approach is rooted in maintaining each resident’s identity and sense of self by encouraging a life filled with meaning, purpose, and contributions. Residents benefit from a person-centered approach, where care partners and staff personalize their support to nurture a sense of belonging and preserve who each resident is, regardless of the progression of dementia.
Within the walls of Brookdale Tyler South, the environment is thoughtfully designed to support seniors with cognitive challenges. The community offers private apartments and semi-private rooms, allowing residents and their families to select arrangements that suit their needs, with semi-private options available at a lower cost. All accommodations include dining and housekeeping, supporting residents’ comfort and daily routines. Common areas feature inviting spaces like a community living room, dining room, entrance foyer, double bed apartments, recreation room, salon, patio, and courtyard, ensuring a homelike atmosphere and spaces for relaxation, recreation, and socialization.
A hallmark of Brookdale Tyler South is its signature memory care programs. The Clare Bridge program, developed more than 30 years ago, is the anchor of the community’s memory care. It delivers a specialized, tailored approach for residents in various stages of cognitive decline, emphasizing familiarity and deep relationships between residents and care partners. For individuals in more advanced stages, the Clare Bridge Solace program addresses unique needs to ensure dignity and compassionate support every step of the way.
Brookdale Tyler South facilitates daily life and independence for its residents by offering convenient services such as the Personal Solutions program. Through this service, residents or their families can arrange for the delivery of personal care items—ranging from toothpaste, mouthwash, and hand and body soap to hearing aid batteries, shaving products, hygiene supplies, and paper towels. Orders are made simply by email and are discreetly delivered to the resident’s door in plain packaging, protecting privacy and saving time on errands. Charges for these items are seamlessly added to the monthly bill, and families can choose between recurring shipments or one-time orders.
Throughout campus life, residents are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities and events, such as The Art of Grilling and Savor The Summer, which foster engagement and enjoyment. The staff is extensively trained to support residents with cognitive challenges, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where relationships are at the heart of the care provided. The community is committed to empowering residents and their loved ones to feel supported, connected, and respected.