Brookdale Union in Gastonia, NC is an assisted living community equipped to address a range of medical needs. The staff provides wound care, oxygen management, oversight of special diets, and support for residents who use either oral medications or injections for diabetes. Team members are trained to work with individuals who have mild dementia, and on-site podiatry services reduce the need for outside appointments. A registered nurse or licensed practical nurse is on staff, and a nurse is on call 24 hours a day to respond to any change in condition.
Beyond direct medical care, the community delivers routine daily assistance. Residents may receive full help with bathing, dressing, and toileting, while eating remains a self-care task unless a care plan changes. Transfer assistance ranges from standby supervision to one- or two-person support, and both walkers and wheelchairs are accommodated. Safety measures include background-checked personnel, staff on site around the clock, secured entrances, and a personal emergency response system that immediately alerts team members. An activity director coordinates programming that aligns with individual care plans.
Accommodations at Brookdale Union vary by layout. Some apartments feature a private bathroom, others offer a kitchenette, independent temperature controls, or cable service. Not all units include every amenity, so availability depends on the specific apartment chosen at move-in.
Dining follows a set menu designed to meet nutritional standards and any physician-ordered dietary restrictions. Residents can access snacks between meals, allowing for flexible calorie intake and better glucose management for those who require it.
The community provides resident parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty shop, internet access, on-site religious services, and scheduled transportation for shopping or medical appointments.