Brookdale Brighton, located in Brighton, Colorado, is an assisted living community that also offers independent living options. The facility is designed for seniors who require support with daily living activities but wish to maintain as much independence as possible. Residents at Brookdale Brighton can access assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, with staff providing full assistance as needed, and some physical assistance available for eating. The community features personalized care plans, dining services, a fitness center, yoga classes, and a variety of social and wellness programs to support a healthy and active lifestyle. Housekeeping, laundry, and dry-cleaning services are available to all residents. The environment includes communal areas, an enclosed courtyard, indoor walking paths, and a barber/beauty salon.
The care and medical support at Brookdale Brighton encompasses a range of specialized services. Clinical supervision is provided by on-site nurses, and residents can access medication management, wound care, incontinence care, ambulatory care, diabetes care, and hospice support. Occupational therapy and physical therapy are available for those who need rehabilitative or movement-based care, and podiatry and dental services are also offered. Staff receive specialized memory care training, although Brookdale Brighton is not a memory care-only community. The team is equipped to support residents with psychiatric needs and those requiring personalized attention. The facility provides staff fluent in Spanish to ensure effective communication with Spanish-speaking residents. Social engagement is fostered through resident clubs, fitness programs, and dedicated communal spaces.
Transportation services at Brookdale Brighton include complimentary transportation for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service enables residents to attend medical appointments, participate in off-site activities, run personal errands, and maintain connections within the local community, supporting both health-related and social engagement needs.
Resident and family reviews describe Brookdale Brighton as a small, homelike environment characterized by attentive and compassionate staff who develop personal relationships with residents. Many reviewers note the facility’s cozy size, which contributes to more individualized care and frequent staff-resident interaction. There are positive remarks about the cleanliness of communal areas, engaging activities, and responsiveness of the medical staff, especially during end-of-life care and hospice situations. However, some reviews mention staffing shortages, occasional turnover, concerns about the thoroughness of room cleaning, and inconsistencies in follow-through with services like laundry and transportation. There are also reports of bedsores not being identified quickly and isolated incidents of theft. Families have expressed some concerns regarding costs and the absence of a dedicated memory care unit. Opinions about meal quality are varied. Despite these concerns, many families and residents express appreciation for the supportive community, improved mobility and social engagement, and the communication provided by the staff. Brookdale Brighton is valued for its individualized attention and community atmosphere, though there is acknowledgment of areas where service delivery could be enhanced. As of June 2024, no significant changes or news updates about the community have been reported.
Costs at this community start at $3,930 and range up to $4,250. The average price in the community is $4,090, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,842. 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.
