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Very caring staff. Beautiful property. Lots of amenities. Was a wonderful place for my mom to live until she needed to be moved to an assisted living facility.... Read more
Nestled in the heart of Texas in the West University Park neighborhood, Brookdale West University offers good old-fashioned fun and independent living. It’s all about your needs and lifestyle preferences here. The staff manage your daily chores, meals, and maintenance, and they assist with transportation and errands to simplify your days. A concierge service, beauty/barber shop, postal service, and therapy room are also available to use. Rest assured that the staff is on-site to provide round-the-clock support and security. Trained team members are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to be alerted to any emergencies, and an emergency alert system and keypad entries are also in use. Restaurant-style dining is available daily, and the dining program is based on your suggestions, favorite recipes, and feedback. Whether it’s meals, activities, or other services, your experience is tailored to you.
Stay active and inspired by joining your neighbors for live musical performances, yoga classes, happy hours, and so much more. Plus, a beautiful outdoor pool, fitness center, arts and crafts studio, and outdoor putting green and activity area are available to use anytime.
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*Prices quoted are monthly rental charges and are provided by the communities themselves. Actual prices may differ due to one-time fees, timing and care services required. Speak with your Senior Living Advisor to learn more.
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A Place for Mom has scored Brookdale West University with 9.7 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Brookdale West University has 105 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.
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The location, grounds and closets are perfect. Kitchen is fairly small and counter space at the bath sink is almost non-existent. They don't have multi-level care at this location tho I do understand that one can shift over to one of their other locations such as Galleria as needed.
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My mother just moved in last week. So far, she loves it. The staff is attentive and responsive and very professional. The residents are friendly. It's close to a lot of stores so it doesn't feel isolated. There were some problems initially with the painting of her apartment, and then with the electricity, but that's been fixed. I am looking forward to seeing how she settles in over the next few weeks and months.
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Beautiful place. Very big and a little more expensive ($200 a month) than those a further out. They include a $300 food voucher for the month instead of all three meals.
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Our experience with Brookdale West University has been a very good one. The entire staff have been very welcoming and accommodating.I'm satisfied with the service of Brookdale Plaza. I have no complaints or issues. They provide good quality care and overall I'm satisfied. The experience has been just fine. They really have gone above and beyond in every department. I highly recommend this facility!
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Could use name tags for residents and advertise Brookdale so the residents also remember.. My mother is pretty picky but the meals are very good. This was the best location to me and my brother incentive to save money.
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So far everything is going really well. The food is good, and the staff is good. They are very accommodating in the dining room if you have a request. So far I am very happy with it.
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Our experience with Brookdale West University has been a very good one. We moved from out of state with my mother. The entire staff have been very welcoming and accommodating. The only issue we had was getting her housekeeping services started. That was quickly resolved and really was not a big deal. They really have gone above and beyond in every department. I highly recommend this facility!
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My mother loved the location & size of apts. We never got formal tour, b/c office seems understaffed. Pricing is a bit too high, so would depend on specials for Jan & Feb. washer/dryer connection.
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I'm satisfied with the service of Brookdale Plaza. I have no complaints or issues. They provide good quality care and overall I'm satisfied. The experience has been just fine.
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It’s a good. It’s a good buy for the money. Nice location and very friendly community. The food is very good. They have good things like the Mother’s Day Buffet. It’s a clean community and the staff is very friendly.
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After a visit yesterday, I was impressed with the chief who spend time with me, and I enjoyed a lunch. But my disappointment was a $30 per MONTH for pets. It appears that the Terrace Administration is not aware of how important a pet is to the health of the elder person. A pet is a member of the family. I can understand payment a deposit and for any damages the pet may do. But it would be difficult for me to live in a place that charges so much for a pet.
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It's great! I really really am happy with it. I love the location, the activities, the amenities, and the cost. That's pretty much it - the cost was within our budget. We don't have any problems with them.
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My mother is there and she is perfectly happy. I think the food could be better. It should be tastier than it is. Although they are working on their dining room, still their food could be better. Personally, I think they should have a medical person on staff for emergencies. My mother wasn't feeling good and it was a weekend and we had to call 911. I think that would be a really good thing for them to do. If they have a doctor on staff then maybe the people who want that service could have that service. I think that's a fair statement and I think it's important. Even though it's independent living, someone should be there. I think that would make all the difference. Maybe more people would want to move there.
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They're really cleanly and the staff tries their best, I'll give em that. The cost is pretty good. It's kind of high but then again they all are. They clean the apartment once a week and the food is pretty good. I haven't done as many things as I would like to. They go out to eat on a monthly basis and they go places like the museum and other place I would be interested in. The only thing I have a problem with is some of the lifestyle changes. They're trying to be something they're not sometimes I think. Overall, they do a pretty good job. This was my first choice because they were close to the medical center and some other things. In Houston, this is probably the best place to be as far as transportation.
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If you live in the best mansion in town and can't live alone, do you blame the mansion? After dealing with every kind of "Elderly" living (nursing homes to assisted living,) The Terrace is a breath of fresh air. Knowing what to look for, this was chosen on the spot for my father-in-law. He has mild dementia, but desperately wants to live alone. When the time comes, just as others living there, we will have medicaid help with home health services, until moving is the only option! He caused some problems elsewhere, so we told him this was the last stop, then nursing home. He is allowing them to clean once a wk and the 2 meals are wonderful, and enough for 2 people! I am vert impressed and so is he. It is more secure than average, yet thought has been taken to allow them to grocery shop easily next door. They have great outings (which he hasn't participated in) but they have called while I'm there to invite/remind. Never have I visited a place where SINCERELY the residents & staff say "I LOVE IT HERE,". My background immediately kicked in & I asked about the director. " SHE IS WONDERFUL". Bingo! The staff and residents show what trickles down from the top. This is an amazing place, and before any one puts it down, I recommend you putting your loved one elsewhere, and see what happens. This is a 55+ community. If your loved one fits the qualifications, they should love it here unless nothing pleases them. At 56 yrs old, we looked at 2 bedrooms...... No joke! Swimming, putting green, ponds, grassy picnic gazebos, transportation, parties, large rooms for family gatherings, special events, etc.... 2 meals and cleaning once a week.....upgraded apartments in every way- from refrig, stoves, counter tops in kit and bath, walk in showers, two pull cords for ER. And a phone to call anyone in SERVICE or a friend in the community...... And what is the complaint? I've seen wonderful staff treated bad, & my own FIL was one. After a firm talk, so far so good. I doubt there is a place that has 100% perfection in staff, but I love what I see and hear. The staff is very kind and helpful, and the sales ladies were very gracious! In fact, all receptionist have been outstanding. No need for boredom when you see their activity chart of the month! If you have been around the block a few times, this is where you will stop!
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It is a very independent living situation. My mother's particular situation is that she's lived on her own for a long time so she's having trouble getting used to the environment there. She hasn't engaged in any of the activities and I don't know if that's her or if it's that there is no encouragement from the staff. They've not pursuaded her to allow them to assist her in any way - she's telling them to get out and they're kind of glaring at her for that. Their meal situation is very confusing. The written material and what they actually want people to do is contradictory. In fairness to them, they are in the process of changing their dining area. My big thing is that it's very independent. I think it might be better for someone a little younger than my mother.
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My mom lives here. It's working out great so far. I think it's a good value. She likes the community and is happy with the food. There are all different types of activities available.
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Drop in tour. Like the West U nearby amenities. All outdoor corridors. Head of Housekeeping took me for impromptu tour. No sense of 'center'. Big apartments, full kitchens, start at 1660. Breakfast and lunch M-F. Medical shuttle 3 x weekly. Some activities.
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Like the West U nearby amenities. All outdoor corridors. Head of Housekeeping took me for impromptu tour. No sense of 'center'. Big apartments, full kitchens, start at 1660. Breakfast and lunch daily. Medical shuttle 3 x weekly. Some activities.
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