Brookdale Smithfield is an assisted living community located in Smithfield, North Carolina. The facility specializes in providing personalized care and support to older adults who need assistance with activities of daily living. Brookdale Smithfield does not offer memory care or skilled nursing; its services are focused specifically on residents who benefit from the assisted living model. The community features amenities designed to support residents’ well-being and quality of life, including a barber and beauty salon, restaurant-style dining, regular housekeeping, and a calendar of recreational and social activities. Residents have access to private or semi-private accommodations, and common areas are designed to create a homelike atmosphere.
Care services at Brookdale Smithfield include full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. Staff members are available to support medication management and other personal needs. The on-site barber and beauty salon provides grooming and personal care services to help residents maintain their preferred appearance. Nursing support is available for medication administration and general health oversight, but skilled nursing and memory care are not provided at this location. The community emphasizes routine assessments to determine residents’ individual needs and adjust care plans accordingly.
Feedback gathered from resident and family reviews reflects a variety of experiences with care quality and staff support. Many reviewers praise the community's clean environment, welcoming atmosphere, and staff who take steps to know residents and their families by name. Positive comments also highlight the range of activities available, well-prepared meals, some long-tenured staff members, and proactive communication with families. However, concerns are reported regarding inconsistent staffing levels and staff turnover, especially in relation to the timeliness of call responses and attention to personal needs. Some residents and families have experienced delays or inadequate follow-through after falls or medical incidents, unclear communication with management, and unexpected charges for additional services. While some families report that staff have been responsive to feedback and concerns, the quality of experience appears to vary based on the changing staffing levels and the specific needs of individual residents.
Costs at this community start at $2,290 and range up to $9,005. The average price in the community is $5,648, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,631. 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.
