Brookdale Folsom is a senior living community located in Folsom, California. This facility offers assisted living as its primary level of care, along with specialized memory care services for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. The community is designed to support residents requiring varying levels of assistance, including comprehensive support for daily activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Accommodations are available for both ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals, and the environment is secured to meet the needs of those with memory loss. Brookdale Folsom also supports residents of varying cultural backgrounds, with resources specifically available in Chinese and Spanish languages, and provides spiritual services to residents of Catholic faith.
The medical and care services at Brookdale Folsom include ongoing 24/7 access to nursing staff, support with medication management, diabetes care, incontinence care, pain management, and wound care. Residents benefit from therapy services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy, as well as specialized programs for stroke recovery. Regular visits from optometrists and podiatrists, along with vision care services, contribute to residents' medical oversight. Additional amenities include a wellness center, barber/beauty salon, indoor and outdoor walking paths, and spaces designed specifically for residents with advanced memory needs. The community also features a secured environment for those requiring extra safety measures.
Daily life at Brookdale Folsom includes a variety of clubs, communities, and organized activities tailored to resident interests and abilities, such as fitness programs, yoga, and brain fitness classes using Dakim technology. Housekeeping, laundry, and dry-cleaning services are provided, and communal meal services offer a choice of food options for residents. The community is pet-friendly, and residents can participate in both medical and non-medical transportation services. Complimentary transportation is available for appointments and errands, while transportation at cost ensures flexibility for residents’ specific needs beyond scheduled trips.
Based on resident and family feedback, Brookdale Folsom is recognized for its friendly and responsive caregiving staff, approachable management, and proactive communication with families. Residents and visitors frequently cite the variety of organized activities, clean living spaces, and inclusive atmosphere as community strengths. However, concerns have been raised about occasional inconsistencies in staff training and professionalism, particularly in memory care and hospice settings. Some families have reported frustrations with billing practices and response times to financial queries, as well as concerns about staffing levels and the modernity of facilities. While renovations and updates are in progress, as of 2024 no major new developments have been announced. Overall, Brookdale Folsom offers a supportive, activity-rich environment with medical and personal care services tailored to the needs of its residents, with areas for ongoing improvement to further address family and resident concerns.
Costs at this community start at $3,145 and range up to $4,402. The average price in the community is $3,180, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,889. 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.