The Brennity at Melbourne is a senior living community located in Melbourne, Florida, offering a range of living options including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Operated by Sagora Senior Living, the facility is designed to accommodate various care needs, with personalized care plans tailored to each resident. The campus provides amenities such as restaurant-style dining, a barber and beauty salon, outdoor pool, wellness programs, and multiple clubs and social communities, supporting both leisure and wellness activities.
The assisted living section at The Brennity at Melbourne offers residents access to 12-16 hour nursing coverage, on-site licensed nurses, and medication management including coordination and administration. There are specialized mental wellness programs and support for residents with diabetes, as well as podiatry care available within the community. The facility delivers ambulatory support and full assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting for those who require it. For residents living with incontinence or those who need memory care, The Brennity provides incontinence management, a memory care program, and staff trained in dementia care. Memory care units are equipped with a wander guard or similar system and are part of a secured community featuring an enclosed courtyard to enhance resident safety. The facility accepts residents with psychiatric conditions and provides structured mental wellness activities.
Residents benefit from additional services such as laundry and dry cleaning, access to barber and beauty services, and a calendar of fitness and wellness programs. Social engagement is promoted through various clubs and opportunities to join community events. For transportation needs, The Brennity at Melbourne arranges both complimentary and non-medical transportation services. These are designed to help residents attend medical appointments, run errands, or participate in off-site activities.
Resident and family reviews of The Brennity at Melbourne indicate varied experiences. Positive feedback often highlights the responsive staff, strong communication, clean environment, and smooth transitions between levels of care. Residents and families appreciate the flexibility in care, prepared meals by an experienced chef, and the supportive atmosphere during challenging times. However, other reviews point to ongoing concerns about staff turnover, under-staffing, inconsistent care quality, delayed responses, communication challenges, and increased costs without corresponding improvements. Some residents note maintenance and cleanliness concerns, and changes to amenities or associated charges.
Overall, The Brennity at Melbourne emphasizes flexibility in living and care arrangements, offering a variety of amenities and medical support services. However, prospective residents and families should carefully consider both the positive aspects and noted organizational challenges when making decisions regarding care at this facility.
Costs at this community start at $3,595 and range up to $5,055. The average price in the community is $4,300, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,878. 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.