Brookdale Bay City is an assisted living and memory care community located in Bay City, Michigan. The facility is designed to accommodate older adults who require assistance with daily activities, as well as those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Brookdale Bay City provides a secure environment, with the community specifically designed for residents with memory loss, featuring safety measures and a supportive layout to enhance independence and well-being.

The care services at Brookdale Bay City include assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, all of which the staff can provide with full support. Medication management is available, tailored to each resident’s personalized care plan, and the staff is trained to assist residents with diabetes care and incontinence management. For residents with ambulatory needs, support is available to help maintain mobility and safety. The facility’s memory care program offers specialized support, including activities, routines, and engagement designed to meet the needs of residents who experience memory loss.

To support socialization and wellness, Brookdale Bay City offers fitness programs, recreational clubs and communities, and a variety of planned activities such as bingo and puzzles. A library is on-site for residents’ enjoyment, and the beauty/barber salon allows grooming and personal care without leaving the community. The entire facility operates exclusively in English.

Transportation services are available and complimentary for residents. These services are intended to help residents attend both medical appointments and non-medical outings, such as shopping or recreational activities, promoting greater access to the community and the surrounding area.

Reviews from residents and families at Brookdale Bay City reflect a range of impressions, tending toward satisfaction with the care and staff engagement. Many comment positively on the cleanliness of the facility and the dedicated, professional approach of the staff, particularly within the memory care unit. Activities are regularly scheduled and residents’ rooms are kept tidy. Families note improvements in residents’ moods and appreciate the accommodating staff. Common critiques include the facility’s small size, the lack of private bathrooms in some units, and limited amenities when compared to larger communities. Some also mention dissatisfaction with decor, occasional issues with shared bathrooms, and restrictive visitor policies. Overall, Brookdale Bay City is recognized for its intimate environment and a caregiving team that is generally regarded as attentive and supportive.

Costs at this community start at $4,965 and range up to $7,665. The average price in the community is $6,315, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,488. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.