Some ways we can support you throughout your day:

Socialize With Friends

With interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with, we think you’ll love the lifestyle here.

  • Opportunities to meet new friends and expand social circles at our on-campus soda shop, library or multiple courtyards
  • Exciting activities and events
  • Connect with people with similar interests and shared experiences
Explore New Passions

Retirement is a new chapter filled with new adventures, and at Brookdale Spruce Wood, you can do more of what you love.

  • Learn new things or reconnect with old hobbies and interests, like playing a musical instrument or learning another language.
  • Spend more time on current hobbies without worrying about daily chores.
  • Follow your passions and explore new interests.
Trade-In Home Maintenance

You’re not downsizing your home; you’re upsizing your possibilities.

  • No more costly home maintenance and upkeep
  • Chores and most expenses included
  • More time to spend with friends and family, explore local attractions or just have fun
Enjoy A Convenient Lifestyle

We want you to have what you need to feel right at home.

  • Relax with everything you need to feel at home, like a chapel/multi-purpose room, general store, fitness room and a private dining room to host your friends and family.
  • Meal planning and cooking are covered, allowing you to enjoy delicious and nutritious meals.
  • Enjoy life on your own terms, without the worry of daily household tasks.
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Lifestyle at Our Independent Living Community

Quality of life is not something we skimp on at Brookdale Spruce Wood. If you want to make the most of your retirement experience, you need a few things. With warm and inviting common rooms, an events calendar with life-enriching programs, and luxury amenities everywhere you look, you will never be far from good times and even better company.

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Common Questions About Independent Living

Independent living communities are good for seniors who want to downsize their home or spend more time with people in their same season of life. Because these communities provide residents with a home-like environment, fun-filled activities, quality dining and an engaging social calendar, it’s a great place for those who want to stay active and healthy without the hassle of things like household chores.

 

Assisted living communities are designed for seniors who need a little extra help with activities like managing medication, bathing and dressing. Residents usually have their own apartment that they can decorate as they wish and have access to community amenities like dining programs, social activities and more.

You may be a good candidate if you want a place to live that requires little or no home maintenance and yard work, you want to socialize with your peers and broaden your social network, you want to enjoy activities and meals in the company of others, and you wouldn’t mind having someone else take care of housekeeping and the laundry for you.

One of the best parts of being in an independent living community is having access to a wide variety of activities, events and excursions. You can enjoy everything from physical fitness classes and educational workshops to Wii bowling tournaments and resident happy hours. Here at Brookdale, residents enjoy all kinds of exciting programs like our signature B-Fit exercise program, which encompasses the latest research and guidelines to give you a fun, stimulating and social exercise experience.

Independent living communities offer all kinds of fun classes, activities and outings. It’s a wonderful place to meet people who share your interests and passions. And whether or not you want to participate is your choice. Join the activities you want to enjoy or focus on your own hobbies. It’s up to you.

We offer a variety of room sizes and floor plans so you can choose the one that’s right for you. The styles vary between communities, but floor plan options include studio apartments and one, two or three-bedroom apartments. Each apartment includes a private bathroom, and some feature a kitchen or kitchenette. Couples can usually live in the same apartment, but it’s wise to check with the community first.

Some of our independent living communities have different guidelines, but you are often welcome to bring personal belongings and furnishings to make your new space feel more like home. We always encourage our residents to personalize their apartment so it feels comfortable, inviting and relaxing.

While independent living communities can vary from location to location, our Brookdale communities provide residents and their guests with delicious meals that are healthy and nutritionally balanced. Residents enjoy great food and service with menus developed by the Culinary Arts Institute of Brookdale.

You are not required to have a car to live at one of our communities. We provide scheduled transportation services so you can run errands and make your appointments without dealing with the hassle of driving and parking. However, if you still want to drive, many of our communities allow residents to have cars.

Pets are an important part of the family, which is why most of our communities are pet-friendly. Be sure to check with your individual community before you arrive in case there are weight or breed restrictions.