Brookdale Summerfield in Syracuse, NY is an Independent Living community that centers its care model on proactive health oversight. Residents can schedule short-term respite stays, and a licensed speech therapist is available for ongoing or intermittent support. The community coordinates hospice services when needed and manages medications in-house, reducing the need for off-site appointments.
Around-the-clock staffing includes an awake night shift so assistance is available at any hour. A registered nurse is on site, and residents can be seen by occupational and physical therapists as well as a podiatrist. Team members can help with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and they accommodate walker transfers. While the community supports many health needs, it does not provide specialized dementia care.
Apartments may feature wheelchair-accessible showers, kitchenettes, or a view of the central fireplace, and some are situated near outdoor areas or parking. Brookdale Summerfield is pet-friendly in select units and offers several layouts, but not every accommodation includes every listed feature.
Meals are served restaurant-style, and residents can reserve the private dining room for family gatherings. Menu planning takes dietary preferences into account, and staff are present to assist those who need help with eating.
Community amenities include a fitness center, game room, library, general store, concierge desk, communal gardens, walking paths, a putting green, piano in the fireside living room, and an emergency alert system in common areas. A full-service barber and beauty shop is on site, and pets are allowed. It's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.