Brookdale Kettleman Lane, located in Lodi, California, is a senior living community specializing in memory care services. The primary focus of this facility is to support individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Brookdale Kettleman Lane is designed as a memory-care-only community, with secure environments and features tailored specifically to accommodate the needs of those experiencing memory loss. Residents benefit from a layout that promotes both safety and independence, including secured community entrances, memory-friendly wayfinding, and carefully designed indoor and outdoor walking paths. The facility also offers multilingual support in English, German, and Spanish.
Care and medical support at Brookdale Kettleman Lane include a range of services designed to address the specific challenges of memory care. Staff members are trained to provide full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The community offers comprehensive medication management and incontinence care, as well as ambulatory care services for those who require mobility assistance. Specialized diabetes care is available, and staff work closely with residents and their families to monitor changes in health status or care needs. Social engagement is encouraged through organized clubs, memory-focused programs, fitness activities, and therapeutic recreational opportunities. Amenities at the facility include a barber and beauty salon, communal dining, art and craft spaces, and both indoor and outdoor walking paths for safe, monitored exercise and leisure.
Brookdale Kettleman Lane provides transportation services to support residents’ medical and non-medical needs. Complimentary transportation is available for scheduled appointments, such as doctor visits or care management consultations, while additional transportation for other purposes, such as outings or personal errands, is offered at cost. This service allows residents to attend off-site activities or appointments while maintaining their connection to the local community.
Feedback from residents and families indicates that Brookdale Kettleman Lane is generally recognized for providing high-quality, compassionate care, particularly for those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Staff engagement, the friendliness of caregivers, and the facility’s maintenance and cleanliness receive regular praise. However, some families have reported concerns during periods of understaffing, changes in personnel, and challenges with billing or communication with administrative staff. There are also isolated reports involving supervision and personal items. Overall, families recommend remaining actively involved and communicative to ensure consistent and attentive care.
Costs at this community start at $3,595 and range up to $6,600. The average price in the community is $5,097, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,681. 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.