Brookdale Meridian Westland is a senior living community located in Lakewood, Colorado. The facility specializes in independent living and senior living options for older adults. Residents have access to several amenities including chef-prepared meals, housekeeping services, transportation, and a calendar of social and recreational activities. The community features spacious accommodations, landscaped grounds, common spaces such as a library and activity rooms, and a dedicated team focused on providing a comfortable living environment. Meridian Westland aims to support resident independence while offering opportunities for engagement and connection.
The care and medical support available at Brookdale Meridian Westland is primarily centered around independent living. Medication management services are available to residents who need assistance organizing and taking prescribed medications as part of their daily routine. Incontinence care and ambulatory care services are offered for residents who require some support with mobility or toileting, although these services are more limited compared to traditional assisted living settings. While memory care is not a core offering at this location, residents have access to on-site amenities such as a barber/beauty salon and periodic access to outside providers for services like podiatry. Diabetes care support is available as part of the medication management and wellness programs. The facility hosts fitness and wellness programs, including regular yoga and chair yoga sessions, promoting mobility and overall health. Communication support is available in both English and Spanish as needed.
In terms of assistance with activities of daily living, Brookdale Meridian Westland provides some physical assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, while residents who can care for themselves independently manage activities such as eating. Additional programming includes a variety of activities and events designed to promote social interaction and well-being.
Transportation options at Brookdale Meridian Westland include complimentary scheduled transportation for shopping, outings, and medical appointments, as well as transportation offered at cost for residents needing to travel outside of routine service areas or on a customized schedule. These transportation services are designed to assist residents in maintaining appointments, running personal errands, and participating in social opportunities within the greater Lakewood area.
Resident and family feedback is largely positive, highlighting the quality of care and friendliness of the staff. Many describe the community as clean, welcoming, and well-maintained, with ample social opportunities in comfortable surroundings. Residents appreciate the attentiveness and professionalism of staff who are responsive to individual needs. Some concerns have been reported regarding periods of high staff turnover—affecting service consistency or meal quality—and occasional issues with maintenance and access to transportation or laundry, as well as the cost of rent increases. Most families and residents indicate satisfaction with the overall experience, pointing to a safe, active, and supportive environment as strengths of living at Brookdale Meridian Westland, while recognizing that operational aspects are continually being evaluated and improved.
Costs at this community start at $2,500 and range up to $3,955. The average price in the community is $3,228, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,437. The cost of independent 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.