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Brookdale Southside
9601 Southbrook Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32256
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(800) 780-8101To Reach a Resident
(904) 641-7501Estimated Pricing
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Exclusive Interview Insights
Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Dec. 18, 2023. Here's what we learned:
Community Overview
Brookdale Southside is a senior living community that offers a range of services and amenities to its residents. The community has a waitlist, indicating a demand for its living arrangements and services. The length of the waitlist, however, is not specified.
Accommodation Types
The community provides various living options, including assisted living. While the exact types of units available, such as studio or one-bedroom apartments, are not detailed, the community does offer short-term stays depending on availability.
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed at Brookdale Southside, making it a pet-friendly environment for residents who wish to bring their furry companions with them.
Moving Services
For new residents moving in, the community refers to B&B movers or Caring Transitions to assist with the relocation process.
Dining Experience
The dining facility operates like a restaurant, where residents are seated and served in a main dining room, providing a more formal and social dining experience.
Transportation Services
Brookdale Southside offers transportation for residents to attend doctor's appointments and other needs within a 15-mile radius of the community.
Healthcare and Staffing
The community has a nursing staff on-site to attend to the healthcare needs of residents. Additionally, there is a doctor or nurse practitioner available. Vaccines for flu shots and COVID-19 are administered by visiting medical professionals.
Resident Concerns and Complaints
Residents can voice any complaints or concerns directly to the staff, who will attempt to resolve the issues. There are no social workers on-site, so the resolution process is managed internally.
Safety and Security
For safety, residents are provided with pendants and have access to pull cords in bathrooms for emergencies. The community ensures security by having a gated entrance, which is currently being serviced, but normally would be closed after a certain hour. Visitors arriving after hours would need to check in at the main building.
Staff Contact
The conversation was facilitated by Felicia, who is part of the marketing team at Brookdale Southside.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Positive Reviews:
- Residents enjoy a friendly and professional staff, with respect and a wide variety of services and programs offered.
- Many appreciate the amenities, including a pool and pool area, and the opportunity for social interaction.
- The facility is praised for its larger apartments, beautiful grounds, and the overall atmosphere.
- Some reviewers highlight the excellent value, pleasant staff, and the improvements in care and cleanliness under new management.
- Specialized fitness programs and attentive staff contribute to a positive living experience for some residents.
Negative Reviews:
- Concerns about the quality and variety of food, with some noting a deterioration over time.
- Issues with dining services, including the cessation of regular table service meals and inconsistent meal quality.
- Several complaints about the level of care, particularly in the transition from independent to assisted living, with one report of significant neglect.
- Some reviewers express dissatisfaction with the management and treatment of staff, as well as the overall organization and cleanliness of the facility.
- Charges for services and the handling of billing are areas of concern, with advice to get service commitments in writing.
Mixed Reviews:
- The facility's environment and staff are generally well-regarded, but there are significant concerns about specific aspects of care and management.
- While some residents and their families have had positive experiences, others strongly advise caution and recommend considering other options.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Jacksonville which is 8.6 miles away and has a population of 868,031 (medium sized city).
- The average income is $79,612, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 85
- Low Temperature: 59
- Average Temperature: 73.9
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 205 days of rain and 159 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.5 inches a year
- The median age is 35.7 years old, average compared to other cities.
- 8.69% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 9.87% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 5% Asian, 29% Black or African-American, 8% Hispanic or Latino, and 56% White.
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.77 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 127.0, Moderate Days 55.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Patel Brothers
1.2 miles awayRowe's IGA
1.3 miles awayWalmart Neighborhood Market
1.4 miles awayPublix
1.4 miles awayCostco
1.8 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Flixbus
2.4 miles awaySouthside/Beach
3.3 miles awaySt. Johns Bluff
3.8 miles awayBanks
Regions Bank
1.2 miles awayBank of America
1.3 miles awayWells Fargo
1.3 miles awayFidelity Bank
1.3 miles awaySunTrust
1.3 miles awayHospitals
Saint Vincent’s Medical Center Southside
1.5 miles awayWekiva Springs Center
2.3 miles awayBaptist Emergency at Town Center
2.9 miles awaySpecialty Hospital Jacksonville
4.0 miles awayMemorial Hospital
4.0 miles awayPharmacies
CVS
1.4 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.8 miles awayWalgreens
2.8 miles awayHalliday's & Koivisto's Pharmacy
3.9 miles awayHealth Mart & Compounding Pharmacy
4.0 miles awayDentists
Greenberg Dental and Orthodontics
1.4 miles awayAspen Dental
2.4 miles awayKernan Dental Care
5.4 miles awayDavid & Associate Dentistry
5.9 miles awayIvory Dental
6.6 miles awayParks
Dog Wood Park
0.8 miles awayJacksonville
0.9 miles awayNatural Area
1.6 miles awayTouchton Road Park
2.2 miles awayBrackridge Park
2.3 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Orange Park Mall
11.0 miles awayCulture
Andrew A. Robinson Jr. Theater
3.7 miles awayAlhambra Theatre & Dining
4.8 miles awayAmphitheater
6.6 miles awayTheatre Jacksonville
7.1 miles awayMetropolitan Park Stage
7.2 miles awayRestaurants
Athenian Owl
1.2 miles awayPattaya Thai Grille
1.2 miles away5thElement Indian Restaurant
1.2 miles awayChili's
1.3 miles awayChina Dragon
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Licensing
This community is licensed by the state of FL. It is a large-sized community with 87 total beds.Disclaimer
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