Brookdale Wayne is a senior living community located in Wayne, New Jersey, that provides assisted living and memory care services for older adults. The community is designed to support residents who require assistance with daily living activities, including those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Apartments are available in studio and suite layouts, and the facility features both indoor and outdoor walking paths, a secured community design, and dedicated spaces intended to accommodate residents experiencing memory loss.
Care and medical support at Brookdale Wayne are comprehensive and tailored to both the needs of residents in assisted living and those requiring memory care. The staff is trained to provide full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The community offers medication management, diabetes care, and incontinence support to promote each resident’s personal health and well-being. On-site medical professionals such as optometrists and podiatrists provide routine care, and staff assistance with ambulatory needs is available. The community is equipped to serve residents in both English and Spanish, ensuring communication is accessible.
For personal care and lifestyle amenities, residents have access to a barber and beauty salon, organized fitness programs including yoga and chair yoga, and structured clubs and community activities aimed at fostering socialization and engagement. Activity spaces and amenities, such as indoor and outdoor walking paths, are incorporated into the campus to encourage movement and recreation in a secure environment.
Transportation is available through complimentary community-operated services. These transportation options are offered both for essential medical appointments as well as for scheduled non-medical outings, enabling residents to maintain connections with the greater local area and attend necessary healthcare visits.
According to resident and family reviews, Brookdale Wayne is commonly recognized for having a friendly and attentive staff, with the environment described as clean, welcoming, and homelike. Families note improvements in their loved ones’ socialization and emotional well-being following placement at the facility. The level of care and engagement is generally well regarded, though some reported concerns include occasional inconsistencies in care, particularly during evenings or weekends, and dissatisfaction with costs or certain extra charges. Activity and dining offerings have seen fluctuations tied to staff changes, with some families noting a decrease in variety or quality. Nevertheless, the community remains a recommended choice for those prioritizing compassionate care and staff responsiveness, and families report feeling comforted by the emphasis placed on residents’ safety, dignity, and engagement. There are no major recent changes or developments reported for Brookdale Wayne as of 2024.
Costs at this community start at $5,395 and range up to $5,495. The average price in the community is $5,445, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,382. 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.
