BROOKDALE CAMINO DEL SOL

I've been a senior health care professional for close to 20 years. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner, I can confidently say that Brookdale Camino del Sol has heart and skill and that is the perfect combination. The entire staff, deeply loves their residents and their families. I am beyond proud of this charming community!

My wife has dementia. I had placed her in an assisted living facility for two weeks of respite, hoping the facility would become her residence. However, it was not to be. So we were back to the drawing board, so to speak. That is when I received a call from the sales manager at Brookdale Camino Del Sol. She had pursued us several months prior, so when she called, all of a sudden, I was interested in talking with them. The pandemic was in full swing and Brookdale was in shutdown. After some negotiations, both my wife and I entered Brookdale, going immediately into quarantine. They furnished us with a beautiful large apartment and lavished us with gifts and anything we asked for. After two weeks of quarantine I moved back home. They allowed me to pick out the private room that my wife would be moved to. They went so far as to paint the room and install a new and beautiful floor. While this work was being done, they allowed my wife to stay in the large apartment. I purchased new furniture for her room and the maintenance man assembled it. Brookdale, in my mind, is a first class facility. The employees go out of their way to accommodate people. They are well staffed 24/7, 365. I am so thankful we selected Brookdale for my wife's new residence. It was truly an answer to the prayers of many.

My mother has been a resident at Brookdale for about 3 years. The staff not only gave her excellent care, but also took the time to look out for my father as well. This was not just making him feel like part of the family when he visited, which they always did - but also arranging group discussions with other families with loved ones who have Alzheimers, and even dropping by with lunch at his home on occasion. When our father passed away this spring there were so many worries trying to get all his affairs in order. The staff and administration were unbelievably helpful in making sure insurance and other issues were taken care of. With all the complexity of dealing with banks and pensions and the house while we were grieving, it was such a relief that the least of our worries was if Mom was receiving quality care. When ever we contact them or they contact us it feels like we have good friends at Brookdale. That is very much appreciated.

We were very fortunate to find Brookdale to care for my mother. She was also very fortunate to recover from a delicate situation. The staff was very understanding and truly cared for the well being of all the patients. If the a day comes that help is needed again, I would not hesitate to contact Brookdale again.

When I could not longer care for my husband at home, Brookdale Camino del Sol took him in, entertained him, treated him like family and most importantly of all, kept him safe and well cared for. The facilities are always very clean, have a fresh smell and the residents look like they are enjoying life as well as can be expected. There is always something going on, something to keep people engaged. The staff is kind, gentle and patient and worked with me to make the environment best for my husband. I am so glad to have found Brookdale Camino del Sol to care for my husband.