Brookdale Meridian Lakewood is a senior living community located in Lakewood, Colorado. The facility predominantly offers independent living accommodations, with an emphasis on providing an active and supportive environment for older adults. Residents have access to a selection of amenities, including restaurant-style dining, a fitness center, organized group activities, and a choice of various apartment styles. The grounds are maintained, and there are spacious common areas designed to foster social engagement. While primarily independent living, the community also markets senior living and assisted living services, supporting residents as their needs change.

Care and medical support services at Brookdale Meridian Lakewood include incontinence care, ambulatory care, diabetes management, and podiatry. The facility supports full assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, enabling residents to age in place as their needs increase. Nursing services, care management, medication management, and rounding physician care are available to help residents manage chronic and acute medical needs. The community is staffed to address psychiatric concerns and offers specialized support for residents with potential memory-related issues. Residents also benefit from barber and beauty salon services and fitness programs, including chair yoga and yoga. The facility accommodates both English and Spanish speakers, allowing a broader range of communication support.

Transportation at Brookdale Meridian Lakewood is offered both as a complimentary service and as a fee-based option. These services are intended for both medical appointments, such as transportation to and from physician visits or treatment centers, and non-medical purposes, including shopping trips or special outings. These transportation options help residents maintain their independence and access external services as needed.

Resident and family reviews of Brookdale Meridian Lakewood consistently mention friendly, caring, and attentive staff who assist with transitions—from independent living to higher levels of care. Activity programs are frequently cited as beneficial, helping to keep residents engaged through games, flower arranging, outings, and special events. Families often comment on the well-maintained grounds, the variety of apartment layouts, and the overall cleanliness of the facility. However, some reviews note areas for improvement, such as outdated room aesthetics or dissatisfaction with food quality. In long-term care or rehabilitation settings, occasional reports have cited lapses in nursing care, slow response times, unmet comfort or hygiene needs, and communication difficulties with management. While these issues are not widely reported for independent or assisted living residents, families seeking higher levels of care should monitor care delivery and maintain open communication with staff to ensure needs are met. The facility’s capacity to provide aging-in-place options is frequently highlighted as an advantage.

Costs at this community start at $3,100 and range up to $6,750. The average price in the community is $3,500, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,412. 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.