Brookdale South Bay is a senior living community located in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. The facility offers assisted living as its primary care type, with additional independent-living services available. Brookdale South Bay also provides memory care services designed to support residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. The community features personalized care plans tailored to individual needs, aiming to promote autonomy and safety through accessible bathrooms and the ability to personalize room layouts. The environment is designed to be both comfortable and home-like, with both private rooms and well-maintained communal areas.
Residents at Brookdale South Bay have access to a comprehensive range of care services and medical support. Nursing staff and home health aides are available to assist with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, with full assistance provided as needed. The community offers medication management, diabetes care, incontinence care, ambulatory care, wound care, and hospice support. Rehabilitation services such as physical therapy and occupational therapy are available on-site, as is a wellness center for additional health programming. For daily needs and comfort, the community provides laundry and dry cleaning services, a barber and beauty salon, and a fitness center offering structured exercise regimens, including yoga, chair yoga, and other fitness programs.
Social and recreational opportunities are coordinated through a range of clubs, interest groups, and community events. Residents have access to amenities such as a chapel, where spiritual and religious services can be attended, and some staff and programs may be available in Spanish. Regular activities include bingo, arts and crafts, guest lectures, and social gatherings. Resident feedback indicates that while the activity program is varied, some would welcome an even greater breadth of options.
Brookdale South Bay offers transportation services for its residents, for both medical and non-medical needs, with transportation provided at cost. This service is available for purposes such as attending appointments, shopping, or participating in off-site activities, depending on individual needs and preferences.
Resident and family feedback reflects appreciation of the community’s compassionate and attentive staff, communicative approach regarding resident needs, and commitment to cleanliness and comfort. The dining services are regularly noted for meal quality and a pleasant atmosphere, though the dining area can be quiet at times outside of meals. While families note a sense of safety and a welcoming environment, some express concerns about the facility’s processes for residents with advancing dementia or behavioral challenges, especially regarding communication with management and policies around additional fees. Brookdale South Bay continues to provide extensive support for those with assisted living and memory care needs, striving to address individual requirements within a structured and supportive setting. As of mid-2024, no significant recent changes or developments at the facility have been reported.
Costs at this community start at $4,795 and range up to $6,959. The average price in the community is $5,877, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,543. 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.
