Brookdale Kenosha is a senior living facility located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, specializing in memory care services. The community is designed exclusively for those living with memory loss, such as Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The environment at Brookdale Kenosha features secured indoor and outdoor spaces intended to promote both safety and independence, including indoor and outdoor walking paths tailored to reduce confusion and prevent wandering. The facility operates as a memory care-only community with living areas, dining spaces, and amenities specifically adapted to support residents experiencing cognitive challenges.
Residents at Brookdale Kenosha have access to comprehensive care services, including full assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The care team is equipped to manage diabetes care, medication administration, incontinence management, ambulatory assistance, and podiatry services. The community accepts individuals with psychiatric diagnoses and offers programs and staffing to support individuals with complex behavioral needs. Staff provide continuous supervision, aiming to accommodate individual care plans and evolving needs. The community employs safety features like secured perimeters and monitoring systems, enhancing resident safety, especially for those prone to wandering.
In addition to medical and supportive care, Brookdale Kenosha offers a variety of structured activities and amenities. Daily programming includes clubs and community groups, music therapy, crafts, games, and fitness programs—including yoga and chair yoga—aimed at stimulating cognition and encouraging social engagement. Residents can make use of amenities such as an on-site barber and beauty salon. The facility’s design includes modern common areas, inviting outdoor spaces, and indoor walking paths, all intended to foster comfort and familiarity for residents.
Transportation services at Brookdale Kenosha are provided on a complimentary basis for both medical and non-medical purposes. This supports residents’ access to off-site medical appointments, as well as excursions and outings that contribute to socialization and variety in daily life.
Family and resident reviews indicate that Brookdale Kenosha is well-maintained, with attractive amenities and a clean environment. Many reviews praise the skilled, attentive, and compassionate staff, as well as the facility’s robust activity schedule and individualized approach to care. Reviewers also highlight the benefits of the secured environment and features supportive of memory care. However, several families have reported concerns regarding staffing levels, employee turnover, and occasional delays in response times. Some pointed to challenges in communication with management, especially about changes to care plans, fees, or resolution of complaints. A handful of concerns focused on clarity of additional costs and the facility’s ability to handle more complex care needs. Nonetheless, many families express overall satisfaction with the care their loved ones receive, citing the community’s efforts to engage and support residents living with memory loss. As of mid-2024, there have been no recent major changes announced at the facility.
Costs at this community start at $3,710 and range up to $6,915. The average price in the community is $5,312, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,489. 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.
