Brookdale Salina Fairdale is an assisted living community located in Salina, Kansas. The facility supports residents who require assistance with daily living tasks while promoting independence to the extent possible. Residents at Brookdale Salina Fairdale can receive full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting as needed. Individualized care plans are developed to suit each resident's specific needs, and staff are available 24 hours a day to respond to residents and deliver care. The community places emphasis on a warm, family-like atmosphere and aims to foster a welcoming environment with attractive decor and a variety of communal spaces.
The facility provides 12-16 hour nursing coverage, allowing for regular medical supervision and support, especially for those with complex health needs or requiring routine skilled care. Registered nurses assist with care coordination, and medication management services are available to ensure proper administration and safety. The community can provide diabetes care and incontinence care, with protocols in place for monitoring and support. Ambulatory care assistance is also available for residents who need help moving safely throughout the facility. Hospice services are accessible for residents with advanced care requirements, and there are mental wellness programs and memory care services designed to support individuals with cognitive impairments or those experiencing dementia. The memory care neighborhood is secured to provide safety for those at risk of wandering, and includes an enclosed courtyard and indoor walking paths for supervised outdoor access and exercise. Programs to promote physical, mental, and social wellness are available, such as fitness programs, clubs, and diverse community activities.
Amenities at Brookdale Salina Fairdale include a barber/beauty salon, laundry and dry cleaning services, a fitness center, and shared spaces for recreation and socializing. Residents can participate in religious and cultural communities, including Catholic and Chinese groups, and most services and communication are available in English. For convenience, the facility offers both complimentary transportation for medical appointments and transportation arrangement services for non-medical purposes, ensuring residents are able to access healthcare providers and attend outings or social events in the Salina area.
Review summaries reflect generally positive feedback regarding the quality of care and the commitment of staff at Brookdale Salina Fairdale. Many residents and family members describe the environment as supportive, comfortable, and clean, with meaningful relationships developed between staff and residents. Home-cooked meals and frequent activities are also cited as contributing to resident satisfaction. Some concerns have been noted by reviewers, particularly regarding occasional understaffing, delayed response times, communication challenges, and additional charges for higher levels of assistance. Families report satisfaction with the smoothness of admissions processes, but isolated issues have arisen concerning professionalism and resident dignity. Overall, Brookdale Salina Fairdale is recognized for its focus on compassionate care and community engagement, while continued attention to staffing and communication is recommended to ensure consistent quality for all residents.
Costs at this community start at $4,050 and range up to $4,540. The average price in the community is $4,295, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,378. 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.
