Brookdale Shawnee offers both Assisted Living and Independent Living, allowing residents to step up or down in support as needs change. The team is equipped to address moderate dementia conditions, with programs and layouts designed to reduce confusion and promote safety. Medical oversight extends to diabetes management, on-site physician visits, and regular access to a licensed speech therapist. Short-term respite stays are available for families needing temporary coverage, and medication management is integrated into each care plan to reduce hospital readmissions.
Additional health services are delivered on campus by nurses, physical and occupational therapists, and a podiatrist. The community maintains 24-hour staffing and security, and provides full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting when required. Residents who use walkers, wheelchairs, or need standby support during transfers receive help from trained aides. Hospice coordination, incontinent care, and an on-site wellness center round out the clinical offerings, while pet-focused programs support emotional health.
Apartments are laid out with accessibility in mind, featuring options such as wheelchair-friendly showers, central air conditioning, wall-to-wall carpet, or hard flooring. Select units add kitchenettes, flat-screen cable TV, Wi-Fi, and fireside or garden views, though not every accommodation includes every amenity. Pets are welcome in designated areas, and common spaces include a fireside living room, piano nook, porch, and landscaped walking paths. Studio and efficiency floor plans are available, and housekeeping and postal services are included.
Dining operates on an all-day model, allowing residents to eat on their own schedule. A professional chef prepares three meals daily with rotating menus that can accommodate gluten-free, vegan, or other physician-ordered diets. Healthy snacks are always available, and guests can join residents for meals or use the private dining room for special occasions. Seasonal barbecues and picnics are held in the courtyard to encourage social interaction and family visits.
On-site amenities include a barber and beauty shop, wellness center, communal gardens, piano, fireside living room, whirlpool, and a reservable private dining room. Pets are allowed. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
