Brookdale North Austin is a senior care community located in Austin, Texas, specializing in assisted living and memory care. Residents receive assistance with activities of daily living, including full support with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as some physical help during meals when needed. The community’s care services are designed to meet a wide range of medical and personal needs, featuring 12-16 hour nursing coverage and access to licensed nurses. Medical support includes diabetes care, medication management, wound care, incontinence care, ambulatory support, and memory care services for those living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Residents can also receive physical, occupational, and massage therapy, and there is scheduled access to visiting optometrists and podiatrists. The facility welcomes residents with psychiatric needs and offers hospice care. The memory care program features secure areas designed specifically to accommodate memory loss, including an enclosed courtyard for safe outdoor access.
For overall wellness and lifestyle, Brookdale North Austin provides amenities and services aimed at fostering physical, mental, and social health. A wellness center, fitness programs, fitness center, and a range of exercise options, including yoga and chair yoga, support residents’ fitness goals. The community has an on-site barber and beauty salon. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available for personal convenience. Social opportunities include organized clubs, group activities, entertainment events, and mental wellness programs, as well as scheduled outings, designed to build a sense of community and help residents remain active and engaged. Private and larger-sized rooms are available, with common spaces that receive natural light, comfortable lounges, and an enclosed courtyard for relaxation and socialization.
Transportation arrangement services are offered primarily for non-medical purposes, assisting residents with trips to local destinations for shopping, social outings, or other needs outside medical appointments. The dining program offers restaurant-style meals, with some accommodations made for special dietary requirements, though feedback indicates variable satisfaction with food quality and variety.
Resident and family reviews indicate that Brookdale North Austin is a clean and welcoming environment where staff members are friendly, attentive, and know residents by name. The community atmosphere is frequently described as supportive and engaging, particularly with respect to the organized activities and social opportunities provided. Some issues have been noted about the food service, memory care staffing, and periodic staff turnover, but most families appreciate the commitment of staff to individualized care and the upkeep of residents’ living spaces. As of June 2024, there have been no significant recent changes in services or ownership.
Costs at this community start at $2,005 and range up to $5,442. The average price in the community is $3,368, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,981. 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.
