Brookdale Montrose is an assisted living community located in Akron, Ohio, that offers a range of senior care options, including assisted living, independent living, memory care, and senior living services. The facility is designed to provide personalized support for residents with various needs, helping with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, accommodating individuals who require full assistance with these tasks. The community is part of Brookdale Senior Living, a national network of senior housing and care facilities.
Medical and care support at Brookdale Montrose includes 12-16 hour nursing coverage, with licensed nurses on-site to manage medication administration, routine health monitoring, and coordination of care plans. Additional healthcare services include incontinence care, assistance with ambulatory needs, diabetes management, podiatry, and audiology, as well as therapies administered in a dedicated therapy room. Residents with cognitive challenges benefit from the community’s memory care programming, designed for individual support and cognitive engagement. The facility also accepts admissions of residents with psychiatric issues and is able to coordinate hospice care as needed. Religious support, including Catholic services, is available to meet residents’ spiritual needs.
Brookdale Montrose provides an array of amenities to promote a comfortable and engaging environment. These include organized clubs and communities, regular fitness programs, yoga sessions, indoor walking paths, and communal spaces for socialization. A barber and beauty salon is available for personal grooming, and laundry/dry cleaning services support everyday living. The dining program features restaurant-style meals with multiple menu options, and the apartments and shared spaces are maintained by dedicated housekeeping staff. Residents can participate in art classes, outings, and a variety of scheduled events.
The facility offers complimentary transportation for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes such as shopping, outings, and errand-running, helping residents maintain independence and access to community resources.
Summaries of resident and family reviews describe Brookdale Montrose staff as attentive, compassionate, and responsive, especially in the nursing and caregiving teams. Many families report that their loved ones thrive within a clean and welcoming environment, benefitting from a wide range of activities and spacious accommodations. The transition and move-in process is frequently described as smooth and well-supported. Positive feedback is often given regarding the dining experience and the availability of multiple activities and outings. However, some reviews note concerns related to fluctuations in care quality with increasing care needs, occasional delays in service, and communication lapses concerning billing and care transitions. A few note challenges with décor updates or accessibility for residents with mobility limitations. Overall, resident satisfaction is high, with many citing a sense of community and daily engagement, although those requiring more complex or memory care services have noted areas for improvement. Publicly available information as of mid-2024 indicates no major recent developments at the facility.
Costs at this community start at $4,315 and range up to $5,210. The average price in the community is $4,529, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,104. 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.
