Brookdale Carmel is a memory care community located in Carmel, Indiana. This facility specializes in providing care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia through its memory care program, Clare Bridge. Additional services include home-care for residents who may need assistance beyond what is available within the community. Brookdale Carmel is structured as a memory care-only community and is designed specifically to accommodate residents with memory loss, featuring secure environments, neighborhood-style living arrangements, and a layout intended to minimize confusion and support independence.
The care team at Brookdale Carmel provides comprehensive medical and personal support tailored to each resident’s needs. Services include assistance with activities of daily living, such as full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The community offers a range of healthcare services, including incontinence care, ambulatory care support, medication management, diabetes care, and care for residents with psychiatric needs. On-site medical specialists such as optometrists and podiatrists are available, and the environment is secured to ensure resident safety. Brookdale Carmel accepts individuals with psychiatric conditions and is oriented to delivering individualized memory care in all aspects of daily living. The facility also supports active living with indoor and outdoor walking paths, fitness programs, and a barber/beauty salon. Engagement is further encouraged through a variety of clubs, community activities, and specialized programs tailored to cognitive abilities.
Amenities and activity options are designed to support residents’ physical and emotional well-being, including communal areas, dining options, gardens, activity “pods,” and opportunities for social interaction. The facility emphasizes maintaining a homelike environment and offers pets, communal living spaces, and programs intended to foster positive and meaningful engagement for each resident.
Brookdale Carmel provides complimentary transportation services for both medical appointments and non-medical trips, supporting residents’ needs for healthcare, personal errands, or community outings. This transportation service enables access to essential appointments and contributes to residents’ engagement with the broader community.
Residents and their families generally express satisfaction with the care delivered at Brookdale Carmel, highlighting the kindness and compassion of the staff, as well as the consistency offered by low staff turnover. Communication with families is frequently described as strong, with approachable staff and regular updates about residents' well-being. The facility is noted for its supportive environment at all stages of memory loss, including end-of-life care. While food quality receives positive remarks, some suggest improvements could be made. Families appreciate the specialized design, individualized attention, and focus on meaningful daily activities. Some challenges do arise, such as high costs and occasional maintenance issues, but overall feedback suggests that Brookdale Carmel delivers attentive, specialized memory care with a focus on both resident quality of life and ongoing family involvement.
As of June 2024, there are no major recent facility updates or renovations reported. The community remains focused on delivering personalized memory care and support in a secure, structured setting.
Costs at this community start at $3,995 and range up to $4,790. The average price in the community is $4,392, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,950. The cost of memory care 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.
