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Brookdale Ithaca Memory Care

3.1

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101 Bundy Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850

Retirement community

Assisted living facility

Nursing home

Retirement home

Senior citizen center

Contact

(607) 256-2580

Hours

24 hours (Mon-Sun)

About This Community

Brookdale Ithaca Memory Care specializes in supporting seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia through a secure, purpose-built environment designed for safety and engagement. The community features secured entrances, keypad access, and circular walking paths that encourage safe mobility. Residents benefit from three tailored memory care programs that focus on maintaining skills and providing sensory activities. With 24/7 trained staff supervision, personalized assistance with daily living, and a variety of social and creative activities like gardening and painting, Brookdale Ithaca fosters meaningful connections and purposeful days. Its location near medical centers and local dining adds convenience for families and residents alike.

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Living Environment

Cleanliness & Maintenance: While some reviews note a neat and clean facility, others report serious sanitation problems such as mold, dirty dishes, and poor housekeeping, indicating inconsistent maintenance standards.

Atmosphere & Community Feel: The atmosphere is described as friendly and respectful by families and volunteers, with staff engaging residents in activities and responding warmly to family requests, though some staff appear jaded.

Safety & Security: The community is designed with secured entrances and keypad access for residents, but visitor security checks appear lax according to some reviews, raising concerns about overall safety protocols.

Family Experience

Families report mixed experiences; many appreciate the staff’s dedication to knowing residents personally and responding to family needs, creating a sense of involvement and care. However, some families express frustration with billing errors and communication gaps. Visits are generally positive, with staff described as kind and cheerful by volunteers and relatives.

Care Approach

Brookdale Ithaca Memory Care employs a person-centered approach with specialized memory care programs tailored to different stages of dementia. Staff provide 24/7 supervision, assistance with daily living activities, medication support, and sensory-based engagement. The care philosophy emphasizes maintaining residents’ current abilities and fostering meaningful social connections.

Value Consideration

Pricing ranges from approximately $6,095 to $7,825 per month, reflecting the specialized memory care and assisted living services offered. While some families find value in the personalized care and activity programs, others question the cost given reported sanitation and management issues, suggesting a need for careful evaluation.

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Care Offered

Nursing Home Services:

24-hour skilled nursing care, medication management

Physical Therapy:

Rehabilitation programs for recovery and mobility improvement

Senior Services:

Long-term residential care, social activities

Hours of Operation

Monday

Open 24 hours

Tuesday

Open 24 hours

Wednesday

Open 24 hours

Thursday

Open 24 hours

Friday

Open 24 hours

Saturday

Open 24 hours

Sunday

Open 24 hours

Community Amenities

Care services

Neighborhood Insights

Located in Ithaca, New York, Brookdale Ithaca Memory Care sits near key medical facilities like Cayuga Medical Center and the Center for Pain Management, providing convenient healthcare access. The surrounding area offers local dining options and spiritual centers, contributing to a community-oriented setting that supports residents’ social and wellness needs.