Healthcare Professional Blog

Assisted living conversations can often get sidetracked. Amenities like pools, movie theaters or game rooms distract from the real conversation. Yes, they’re looking for a place to live, but they’re also looking for a place for care. Your recommendation can help establish the right focus for your patients.

Hearing the words “Your loved one has dementia” for the first time may come as a shock to friends and family. The dementia care experts at Brookdale shared this advice to help caregivers process the diagnosis after leaving the doctor’s office.

Health is inextricably tied to how patients live. And while other long-term care facilities may lead with their pools, dining rooms, and amenities, at Brookdale we prioritize the health and well-being of our residents.

It’s not easy to tell a patient they have Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Here are best practices to help guide the conversation, from the values that define Brookdale’s Alzheimer’s and dementia care program and services.

People with diabetes sometimes struggle to manage their condition. Brookdale gives physicians another resource in helping seniors manage multiple chronic conditions.