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Brookdale South Bend

17441 State Road 23, South Bend, IN 46635

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9.0
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Mary B

Child of resident/client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Great staff and workers and nurses

This place has been nothing but great since I put my mom there. Everybody goes the extra mile whether it’s maintenance with her TV ,trying to help me with endless paperwork, or the nurses who just take such good care of her. The main thing is she told me she likes it there and that’s all that matters to me.

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Brookdale South Bend

Live well and find the right balance of support each day at Brookdale South Bend. Here, residents can enjoy a variety of helpful services, including lawn care, home maintenance, transportation assistance, and meal preparation. The community’s assisted living program provides direct assistance with medication management, bathing, dressing, and other activities of daily living. Best of all, you can receive as much or as little help as you desire. It’s all about you here. Rest assured, staff is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to be alerted to an emergency. An alert system and keypad entries are also in use to provide security. Some on-site conveniences include a pharmacy, a beauty and barber shop, a well-stocked library, a relaxing whirlpool, and convenient postal services. Brookdale South Bend is located near the intersection of Indiana 23 and Douglas Road, providing easy access to a number of local amenities, shops, and restaurants. The community is also close to the University of Notre Dame, and is just minutes from the Warren Golf Course, Booth Tarkington Park, Horizon Bank, and a number of medical centers.

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for Brookdale South Bend

9 out of 10
Review Score50 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.4
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Care Services
4.5
Staff
4.7
Meals & Dining
4.3
Activities
4.2
Value for Cost
4.2

A Place for Mom has scored Brookdale South Bend with 9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Brookdale South Bend has 50 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.

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Last Updated: 4/1/25

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Mary B

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 1, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Great staff and workers and nurses

This place has been nothing but great since I put my mom there. Everybody goes the extra mile whether it’s maintenance with her TV ,trying to help me with endless paperwork, or the nurses who just take such good care of her. The main thing is she told me she likes it there and that’s all that matters to me.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 19, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Friendly and helpful staff

The staff that I interacted with was always very friendly and helpful. However, my loved one did report having to wait for what she described as long periods sometimes for assistance. She said someone would answer her call for assistance but say they were busy and would be back soon, but did not return for some time. I am wondering if it might be a short staffing issue. Overall I had good response from management when I expressed concerns. And when I spoke to other residents they conveyed that they were happy there.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Resident/client

February 14, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Truly caring people

I’ve been at Brookdale South Bend for quite a while now and this place is home. I honestly am so glad that we chose this place over others. The staff is truly caring and compassionate. Management has made such a great change in the building. We have lots of shopping days available and family nights every month. They even offer therapy for those who need it which I think is great because you don’t have to go anywhere. I’m so thankful for the staff and all that they do. They are a god send.

HappyDaughter

Assisted Living

Family/friend

February 12, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Mom loves it here

My mother recently moved to Brookdale South Bend and we are loving the impact it is making with her. She is engaged and has made many friends here. She really enjoys the food and how caring and nice the staff is. We were worried moving her into a senior community at first but now we see we made a great choice. She is happier again and has a sense of purpose. Thank you to all the staff at Brookdale for loving my mother and treating her like your own.

Christine S

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 9, 2025

3.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
3.0
Care Services
3.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

She went in ambulatory and was there for 3 months for respite care and can no longer walk or transfer herself.

They are kind and caring but we’re lacking in the skills needed to encourage our Aunt to continue doing things on her own and to eat her meals. They basically let her sit in a wheelchair all day. She went in ambulatory from home able to get herself dressed and make simple meals to not being able to walk or even transfer herself. We are now having to admit her to a long term care facility.

Patricia M

Assisted Living

Family/friend

November 13, 2024

4.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Such kind employees!

The employees are great and ever so kind. The facilities are nice as well. They offer lots to keep the residents busy including shopping days! I would say that they seems a little under staffed, especially on the weekends. The other thing is that their extra services are a la cart and I am not convinced it is cost effective for the residents. Overall, it’s a great place.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

September 25, 2024

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
2.0
Care Services
3.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
2.0

Brookdale South Bend review

I think a lot of the problem might be their administration. I don't know who the director is, I think they're still looking for a permanent person. I do believe that the workers are trying their best to accommodate their residents. The activities Director is very nice, she's very informative. It would be nice if they were able to offer rides to the appointments that the resident may have. I do think that they are trying their best.

Christine

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 2, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for Brookdale South Bend

Mom was only there 6 weeks. They could've used another aide. [name removed]was the best along with their activities person. I forget her name but she stayed with my mom after she fell before hospice got there to move her to the bed. She was very sincere and caring. It was like any other heath care place at this point with 1/2 the staff or more agency but they tried to use the same people. Mom never ate in the dining room. She didn't feel well and was having a hard time with her decline. She wasn't her normal social self she was very depressed. They tried but her world being mobile walking driving etc came to such a quick halt that she barely had time to absorb what was happening to her.

M R

Assisted Living

Toured community

May 11, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Very Welcoming!

Came in without an appointment and was helped with information with no hesitation. The staff is very friendly, I was greeted with a smile the moment I walked in the door which is refreshing. It was clean and smelled like something delicious was being made in the kitchen. I also really liked that it’s smaller size community with a home like feel.

Herb B

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 10, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Mothers Day

We had a great dinner this evening with the Brookdale resident in celebration of Mother’s Day. Thank you, staff for a wonderful meal of yummy appetizers, meat loaf, green beans, and mashed potatoes. Our mother loves the great staff snd appreciates all the care she receives.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 17, 2024

2.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
2.0
Friendliness
3.0
Value for Cost
1.0
Care Services
3.0
Activities
1.0
Staff
3.0
Meals & Dining
1.0

Management not great

My parent is here and I have to say I am not impressed with this new director or head of nursing. They sit in their offices all day and don’t see that the families and residents are not happy. The building is filthy, the food is repetitive, horrible, kitchen staff is rude, and there are no real activities. There are some good cnas and nurses except one but they can only do so much. For the price we are paying it’s not worth it and I will most likely be moving my parent out very soon.

Vickie S

Assisted Living

Resident/client

March 15, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Current resident

I like the politeness of the staff very well taken care of. Enjoy the activities and food. Been living here since sept 2023 . I feel very at home feel safe and like they are extended family and have made good friends here.

Gladys G

Assisted Living

Toured community

March 15, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Great Location

I stopped into Brookdale and met with Miss [name removed], she was very professional and gave me a great tour. I saw the sign out front to stop in and even though it was not scheduled she took the time to go over the amenities and we toured the building, met a lot of the staff who were very friendly. She offered to show me the model rooms which were charming and clean. I would highly recommend this facility to friends or family. The location is prime as it is near several medical facilities, the mall and shopping.

Denise T

Assisted Living

Toured community

March 15, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Under new management!

New management! Brookdale South-bend is a great place! Staff is very professional. Lots of new and exciting changes! Employees are great, professional and caring. The community has a home-like feel and residents are welcoming and friendly.

Anne S

Assisted Living

Toured community

March 15, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Cozy place

When you get there you need to be let in which was nice for safety reasons. The lady who greeted me was very nice and professional. I was there to take a tour and they had a cute coffee bar and was offered a beverage. After talking with the sales person we walked the building and she showed me a cpl model rooms which were very nice. Decorated cute and the rooms come with a microwace and fridge.introdeced ne to a resident and some of the staff. They all seemed genuine and caring. Was there for my grandparents who may need assisted living. Been touring several and this one was small and one level which I liked for them. We are not ready yet but will definetly keep this one on our radar.

Kathy C

Assisted Living

Industry reviewer

March 14, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Great location

Nice facility The staff was friendly and everyone seems happy. I have toured several places and this is quaint and cozy. The decor looks nice a d their model rooms look really cute and comfortable. I was able to meet several of the staff and seemed genuinely caring and passionate about what they do.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 16, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Brookdale South Bend review

was very happy with the care my mom got while she was at Brookdale. My two comments would be first... sometimes waiting to be buzzed in because staff were busy and i would be impatient but don't know if there's a way to alter that. Second... the costs are kind of mind blowing but i know everything is expensive these days and i did look at other places and in the end was okay with costs.

SR

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 6, 2023

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Great facility/staff, so hope Mom settles in better.

I really do like Brookdale South Bend and the staff there. The issue we have is our mom has been difficult due to her dementia and not wanting to be there and get back home.

anonymous

Assisted Living

Resident/client

February 14, 2023

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
2.0
Activities
2.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
2.0

Brookdale South Bend review

The cleanliness is the best but they could have more activities outside of the facility like more shopping trips.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Toured community

September 6, 2022

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Review for Brookdale South Bend

Everyone was pleasant and seemed to enjoy the food. There ws laughter going on, and the residents seemed to be happy. it was a very plesant experience but it was a smaller community of residents. My only concern is, it was near a busy intersection, which was near a college campus. There was a safety concern, considering that my loved one has dementia.

Brookdale South Bend

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