Brookdale Roanoke is a senior living community located in Roanoke, Virginia, that specializes in memory care services for older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility is designed exclusively as a memory care community, with its layout, programming, and daily operations tailored to the specific needs of individuals experiencing memory loss. The environment includes secured community features to ensure resident safety, and spaces are structured to reduce confusion and facilitate independence. Indoor and outdoor walking paths provide opportunities for safe physical activity, while amenities such as a barber/beauty salon are available onsite to support personal grooming and well-being.
Brookdale Roanoke offers structured memory care programs that include social clubs and wellness communities, providing residents with daily routines and engaging activities designed to support cognitive function and social interaction. Care staff are trained in dementia care practices and provide full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The facility offers incontinence care, ambulatory care for those able to walk with assistance, and diabetes care management. Medication management is available to help residents maintain prescribed therapies, and regular podiatry services support foot health. Fitness programs are integrated into the community to promote physical wellness within each resident’s capability. English is the primary language of communication, and the facility accepts residents with psychiatric conditions that often accompany memory loss.
Medical care at Brookdale Roanoke includes oversight by healthcare professionals to monitor ongoing health needs. Staff coordinate with external physicians and health providers, particularly in cases where specialized care such as catheter management may not be offered due to regulatory guidelines. The community is proactive in accommodating residents’ individual care needs and adjusting support as resident conditions evolve.
Transportation services at Brookdale Roanoke include both complimentary options and transportation available at cost. These services are intended for medical appointments as well as non-medical outings, supporting resident engagement in offsite activities and ensuring access to needed healthcare providers.
Feedback from families and residents indicates a generally positive impression of the care, with many citing long-term, attentive staff, strong communication, and the structured programs that help residents feel safe and respected. The facility is commended for its group-based approach to care, responsive staff, and willingness to tailor support to individual residents. Some reviews note concerns about billing transparency, periodic lapses in personal hygiene, and staff availability, as well as the potential for unexpected costs. Nevertheless, the combination of safety-focused design, purposeful programming, and professional memory care creates a specialized environment for adults with dementia in the Roanoke area. As of June 2024, there have been no major recent changes to Brookdale Roanoke’s services or amenities.
Costs at this community start at $2,300 and range up to $4,177. The average price in the community is $3,238, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,622. 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.
