Brookdale South Charlotte is a senior living community located in Charlotte, North Carolina, providing assisted living and memory care services. The community is designed for older adults requiring varying levels of support, including those living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Residents have access to 12-16 hour on-site nursing, wound care, medication management, and diabetes care. The community offers physical and occupational therapy services in a therapy room, as well as podiatry and hospice care. In addition, specialized memory care is provided for residents with cognitive challenges, alongside structured mental wellness programs and incontinence and ambulatory care options. Assistance with activities of daily living is available, including full support for bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medication management is coordinated by nursing staff.
The facility features an on-site wellness center, organized fitness programs, and offers both yoga and chair yoga classes tailored to resident needs. Recreational and social opportunities are supported by clubs and interest-based communities, as well as regular group activities. Amenities include a restaurant-style dining area, a barber and beauty salon, laundry and dry-cleaning services, and an enclosed courtyard and landscaped grounds for safe outdoor access. Reviews from residents and families note the facility’s cleanliness, a welcoming atmosphere, and attentive staff, with positive remarks about staff communication, prompt concern addressing, and well-maintained grounds. Some residents and family members cite high staff turnover and occasional delays in receiving assistance or services, particularly for those with higher care needs.
Brookdale South Charlotte arranges non-medical transportation for residents, such as trips for errands, shopping, or recreational outings, supporting resident independence and engagement outside the facility. Dining services are generally well regarded for quality, though some have noted slower service periods due to staffing constraints. Families and residents have expressed appreciation for the range of social activities but noted occasional inconsistency in activity schedules and menu variety. Some families with highly active or younger seniors observed the community’s population skews older and less mobile, which may affect the social fit for certain individuals. The community operates under an a la carte pricing structure, which has been reported as leading to higher or unexpected costs for some services. Despite these challenges, the facility is frequently recommended for its care quality and impact on residents' well-being. As of mid-2024, no major recent changes to the community’s offerings have been reported.
Costs at this community start at $3,895 and range up to $5,295. The average price in the community is $4,495, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,681. 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.