Brookdale Waxahachie offers both Assisted Living and Memory Care, allowing residents to remain on the same campus as needs change. Clinical support covers wound care management, oxygen oversight, and monitoring for residents who control diabetes with oral medications. The community is also equipped to care for individuals living with mild dementia, integrating specialized programming within its Memory Care setting. Regular podiatry visits are available on-site, minimizing the need for outside appointments and helping residents maintain mobility and foot health.
Around-the-clock oversight underpins the daily routine. An RN or LPN is on staff, with a nurse on call 24 hours a day, and the night shift remains awake for prompt response. Residents can request full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. Transfer help ranges from standby supervision to one-person transfers for walker or wheelchair users. Safety measures include staffed security 24/7, emergency pull cords that dial 911 directly, and a full-time activity director who coordinates therapeutic and social programs.
Apartments are designed to support independence while allowing staff easy access for care. Layouts may include private bathrooms, kitchenettes, individual temperature controls, and cable service; available features vary, so families should confirm the details of specific units during a tour. Rooms are wheelchair accessible and sized to accommodate mobility devices, medical equipment, and personal furnishings.
Dining follows a set menu prepared to meet common dietary needs, with three daily meals served in the main dining room. Snacks are available between meals for residents who prefer smaller, more frequent portions or need additional calories. Care staff can provide full assistance at mealtimes for residents who have difficulty cutting food, maintaining utensil grip, or requiring cueing for cognitive support.
Amenities add to daily comfort and convenience. Residents can smoke in designated outdoor areas, bring well-behaved pets, visit the on-site barber and beauty shop, and access community-wide Wi-Fi. Landscaped communal gardens offer level walking paths, and scheduled transportation connects residents to medical appointments and local errands. Wheelchair accessibility is built into common areas and activity spaces, and regular religious services are held on-site for those who wish to attend. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
