Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle is a senior living community located in Ocala, Florida, providing a range of care options including assisted living, independent living, memory care, and broader senior living services. The facility is designed to accommodate residents with varying support needs by offering a continuum of care that adapts as residents’ requirements evolve. The community features spacious apartments, landscaped grounds with walking paths and ponds, and a variety of amenities and services including flexible dining options, with meals available throughout the day. The environment is structured for resident engagement with clubs, organized activities, yoga classes, and on-site amenities such as a chapel, enclosed courtyards, and a barber/beauty salon. The design and secured areas specifically accommodate residents with memory loss, promoting safety and comfort for those in memory care.
Medical and care services at Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle are comprehensive. Residents have access to 24-hour nursing staff, an on-site clinic, and a wellness center that includes occupational and physical therapy services to support rehabilitation and independence. Medication management and diabetes care are available, as are wound care and hospice support when needed. Specialized incontinence and ambulatory care services are also provided. The memory care unit is designed as a secured community with dedicated spaces and staff who are trained to assist individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Assistance with activities of daily living—such as full support for bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting—is available to those who need it. The community also takes care of laundry and dry cleaning requirements, offering practical support for personal needs.
Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle offers complimentary transportation to residents for both medical appointments and non-medical outings. This service allows residents access to healthcare, shopping, and community activities without needing to arrange independent transportation, enhancing both convenience and autonomy.
Resident and family feedback indicates a high level of satisfaction with the care staff and the facility’s active environment. Reviewers often describe the community as welcoming and responsive, noting compassionate staff and leadership that works collaboratively with families. Residents benefit from a variety of activities, a lively community atmosphere, and personalized care—such as staff calling residents by name and adapting support as needs shift. Positive reviews often mention the spaciousness of the living accommodations, attractive grounds, and the variety of amenities. Some areas for improvement cited by families and residents include occasional housekeeping or maintenance delays, communication gaps after move-in, and isolated issues with dining service or facility cleanliness. Nevertheless, the community receives consistent recommendations for its quality of care, engaging lifestyle, and value—especially as it enables residents to transition smoothly between different levels of support as their health needs change. No major changes to Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle’s operations or services have been reported as of mid-2024.
Costs at this community start at $2,940 and range up to $3,648. The average price in the community is $3,345, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,679. 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.