Brookdale Falling Creek, located in Hickory, North Carolina, is an assisted living community dedicated to serving seniors who require support with daily living activities. The facility offers a secure, well-maintained environment with 24-hour staff availability and personalized care plans designed around each resident’s needs. Residents at Brookdale Falling Creek have access to a variety of amenities and services aimed at maintaining their independence and improving their quality of life.

The primary care services at Brookdale Falling Creek include daily assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, with the capability to provide full support for each activity if needed. The community employs licensed nurses who oversee medication management, coordinate care, and monitor residents' health status. Medication management is consistently administered and supervised, ensuring residents receive their prescriptions and treatments as prescribed. Incontinence care and ambulatory assistance are available for those with mobility challenges, offering help with walking, transfers, and regular hygiene routines. Specialized memory care services support residents with cognitive impairments, and the facility is equipped to offer hospice care for those with advanced care needs—although some families note high-level needs may sometimes require supplemental private caregivers.

Brookdale Falling Creek also provides diabetes management and appropriate clinical support for chronic health conditions, with staff monitoring and assisting with dietary guidelines and glucose checks. Fitness programs are offered to encourage physical activity and wellness. For end-of-life support, hospice care is available in coordination with external providers. On-site amenities include a barber/beauty salon for personal grooming, laundry and dry cleaning services, and various clubs or community groups for socialization such as games, crafts, gardening, and movie events. The facility also offers a range of engagement activities, though some residents and families have suggested the program could better serve those seeking more varied or intellectually stimulating options.

Transportation services are provided to support both the medical and daily life needs of residents. Complimentary transportation is offered for scheduled outings, medical appointments, or essential errands. For other purposes or destinations, transportation is available at cost. These services are designed to help residents attend healthcare appointments, visit local shops, or participate in community events, with the goal of facilitating independence and family connectivity.

Review summaries from residents and families indicate that Brookdale Falling Creek is commonly regarded as clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff routinely receive positive comments for their kindness, dedication, and responsiveness—especially during challenging transitions or emergencies. Communication with families is generally considered effective, though occasional administrative or billing concerns have been noted and, in most cases, resolved. While many value the quality of care and activities offered, a recurring area for potential growth includes addressing occasional understaffing and expanding the variety of resident activities. Overall, Brookdale Falling Creek maintains a reputation for its supportive environment, diligent staff, and commitment to the safety and comfort of its residents.

Costs at this community start at $2,945 and range up to $3,995. The average price in the community is $3,560, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,980. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.