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The Brookshire

85 Bulldog Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901

Assisted Living Hospice Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(321) 984-7966

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Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,866
  • Average State Price: $3,146
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • The Brookshire Description

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    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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    Community Reviews

    7.8
    The Brookshire
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 55 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 19 out of 27 communities in Melbourne
  • Ranking in State: 1372 out of 2206 communities in FL
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers describe the facility as a family setting for both residents and staff, highlighting the great team and friendly atmosphere.
    • Activities such as Bingo, gardening, and watching Jeopardy are appreciated, contributing to a home-like environment.
    • Staff is praised for being wonderful, attentive, and great with everyone. The renovations and changes in the building are noted positively.
    • Some residents and their families express satisfaction with the care, service, food, and activities provided, feeling safe and content.
    • The staff's commitment to serving with hearts and hands is mentioned, along with efforts to prepare for the future and improve the facility.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Several reviews criticize the facility for neglect, citing instances of residents being covered in bruises and cuts, and poor personal hygiene management.
    • Complaints about the facility not responding to phone calls or emails, and a lack of specialized care for residents with specific needs.
    • Some reviewers express concerns over the handling of COVID-19 protocols and the impact on resident safety and visitation.
    • There are allegations of mismanagement and carelessness, with calls for the facility to be shut down due to negligence.
    • Issues with staff behavior and professionalism are mentioned, including rudeness and lack of compassion towards residents and their families.

    Mixed Feedback:

    • The facility is undergoing renovations and making changes, which some see as positive steps towards improvement.
    • While some reviews highlight a loving and fun atmosphere, others argue that the quality of care and management significantly lacks.
    • The new Executive Director expresses optimism about overcoming past challenges and building a stronger community.


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    Health

    24-hour Nursing Onsite

    Care Management

    Assistance with Activities of Daily Living

    Hospice Services

    Medication Assistance

    Pain Management



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Melbourne which is 0.7 miles away and has a population of 80,127 (large town).
    • The average income is $48,082, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 83
      • Low Temperature: 65
      • Average Temperature: 76.0
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 221 days of rain and 143 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.5 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 43.4 years old, very high compared to other cities.
    • 10.44% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 12.09% 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, 13% Black or African-American, 6% Hispanic or Latino, and 73% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.31 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 154.0, Moderate Days 27.0, 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

    Brazil 4 You
    1.5 miles away
    Walmart Neighborhood Market
    2.2 miles away
    Publix
    2.6 miles away
    Gordon Food Service
    2.8 miles away
    Oriental Grocer
    3.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Bulldog Blvd/ Apollo Blvd.
    0.1 miles away
    S Babcock St @ Melbourne Shopping Center
    0.1 miles away
    E. Sheridan Rd. @ Mima
    0.1 miles away
    S Babcock St @ Florida Marketplace
    0.2 miles away
    S Babcock St @ Long John Silver
    0.2 miles away

    Banks

    TD Ameritrade
    1.8 miles away
    Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union
    1.8 miles away
    SunTrust Mortgage
    2.0 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    2.1 miles away
    Chase
    2.1 miles away

    Hospitals

    Holmes Regional Medical Center
    0.2 miles away
    Kindred Hospital - Melbourne
    0.8 miles away
    Melbourne Regional Medical Center
    3.6 miles away
    Palm Bay Hospital
    6.0 miles away
    Viera Hospital
    11.6 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.4 miles away
    CVS
    3.1 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.6 miles away
    Eau Gallie Discount
    4.2 miles away
    Acquaviva's Pharmacy
    4.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Affordable Dentures
    1.8 miles away
    New Image Dentistry
    4.0 miles away
    Dental Care of West Melbourne
    4.1 miles away
    Great Expressions Dental Centers
    4.4 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    4.5 miles away

    Parks

    Fee Avenue Park
    0.3 miles away
    Melbourne Military Memorial Park
    0.4 miles away
    Wells Park
    0.4 miles away
    Babcock Park
    0.7 miles away
    Magnolia Manor Park
    0.8 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Derby Street Chapel
    19.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Melbourne Square Mall
    1.7 miles away
    Merritt Square Mall
    18.7 miles away

    Culture

    The Henegar Center
    0.9 miles away
    Panthereum
    1.5 miles away
    Amphitheater
    5.8 miles away
    King Center for the Performing Arts
    6.4 miles away
    The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse
    19.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Hooters
    0.5 miles away
    Makoto
    0.5 miles away
    Crydermans BBQ
    0.7 miles away
    Crush Eleven
    1.1 miles away
    Hell 'n Blazes Brewing Company
    1.1 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of FL. It is a large-sized community with 135 total beds.

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