Brookdale West Seattle offers both Assisted Living and Independent Living, allowing residents to step up or down in services as health needs change. Licensed nurses and trained caregivers can oversee oxygen management, accommodate physician-ordered special diets, and support residents who are under 60 years old. The community is equipped to handle a full range of diabetic care, whether an individual uses oral medications, insulin injections, or sliding-scale dosing, and staff monitor blood-glucose levels as ordered.
Beyond daily health monitoring, the community accepts residents with moderate dementia and maintains an awake night shift to respond promptly to behavioral or medical concerns. Visiting podiatrists provide on-site foot care, and caregivers deliver full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting when needed. Transfer help ranges from standby support to wheelchair or walker assistance, so residents can move safely around the building while maintaining as much independence as possible.
Apartments are designed for seniors who want privacy while remaining close to support; most include a private bathroom, though specific layouts and features vary. Emergency call systems and basic utilities are standard, but not every unit has the same storage or view options, so it is worth confirming details during a tour.
Meals are prepared to order three times a day, and kitchen staff are used to modifying recipes for sodium reduction, carbohydrate control, or other physician-directed diet plans. Grab-and-go snacks remain available between meals, making it easier for residents with varying schedules or blood-sugar requirements to eat when needed.
Residents have access to on-site parking, an arts and crafts studio, a movie room, a library, game and billiards areas, a fitness center, and a barber/beauty shop. Pets are allowed; it's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. Additional conveniences include concierge services, guest suites for overnight visitors, high-speed internet, a porch for outdoor seating, transportation services, and proximity to public transit. A YMCA with a pool is one block away, giving residents another nearby option for exercise and recreation.