Brookdale Faribault is an assisted living community located in Faribault, Minnesota. The facility is designed to support residents who need help with daily living activities while fostering as much independence as possible. Brookdale Faribault provides assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, offering full support in these activities of daily living. Residents have access to medication management, regular housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning services, and meal preparation. The community offers 24-hour supervision by staff and provides scheduled transportation, including medical transport arrangements and coordination with outside healthcare providers.
Care and medical support at Brookdale Faribault include access to licensed nurses, wound care, ambulatory care, and incontinence care. Physical therapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, and hospice services are available as needed. The facility features a therapy room to accommodate specialized therapies and rehabilitative programs. Fitness programs, including yoga, are provided to promote wellness and maintain mobility. Additional amenities include a barber/beauty salon for personal grooming needs, clubs and community events to encourage social interaction, and diabetes care management.
The living environment at Brookdale Faribault features common areas with maintained cleanliness and décor. Social activities and entertainment options are provided for residents, though some families have noted a desire for more encouragement of group participation. Resident and family reviews often mention that the staff is friendly, caring, and helpful, aiding in the transition for new residents. However, some concerns have been noted, including reports of slow staff response times to call lights, nighttime noise, and meals that some residents found lacking in flavor and quality. There are also comments regarding room size and limited options for residents seeking more independence or kitchen facilities. Specialty care such as memory care is limited at this location.
Overall, Brookdale Faribault offers a range of health and support services to assisted living residents, prioritizing comfort, routine assistance, and coordinated care. While most families note the homelike environment and attentive staff, some concerns have been raised around food quality, room size, and the breadth of social activities.
Costs at this community start at $2,895 and range up to $3,568. The average price in the community is $3,232, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,993. 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.
