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Brookdale Union

1717 Union Road, Gastonia, NC 28054

Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(704) 864-9440

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,386

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,453
  • Average State Price: $3,983
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Brookdale Union Description

    Brookdale Union is a large 78 bed community that offers assisted living and is located in Gastonia, North Carolina and is part of the Brookdale Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 making it the 7th highest rated community in the city out of 15 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    7.6
    Brookdale Union
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 38 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 9 out of 15 communities in Gastonia
  • Ranking in State: 560 out of 1042 communities in NC
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.0
    Brookdale Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1999 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in North Carolina

    Employee Pay C

    Employee Staff C

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Brookdale Union has received mixed reviews from visitors and family members of residents. Some highlights include:

    • Large rooms and nice walkways around the building, though some visitors felt rushed during tours and noted a lack of brochures and information.
    • Staff members are generally described as pleasant, helpful, and caring, with particular praise for the food quality.
    • Communication and responsiveness to phone calls and emails have been identified as areas needing improvement.
    • Some reviewers have had positive experiences with the sales and administrative staff, finding them helpful and understanding.
    • Concerns have been raised about cleanliness in some parts of the facility.
    • Activities and amenities, including a dining area, beauty and hair facilities, and various social activities, are appreciated by residents and their families.
    • Opinions on the admissions process and interactions with certain staff members vary, with some expressing dissatisfaction.
    • The facility is considered affordable and offers a homely atmosphere, though some have found it lacking in updates.
    • There are reports of excellent care services and a good value compared to other communities, with staff members keeping residents active and engaged.
    • New management has been credited with bringing improvements and a more positive environment for residents.
    • While some have found better-suited communities elsewhere, Brookdale Union is recommended by several reviewers for its caring staff and good value.

    Overall, experiences at Brookdale Union vary, with many praising the staff and care provided, while others highlight areas needing attention such as cleanliness and communication.


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    Health

    Medication Management

    Skilled Nursing

    Therapy Room

    Wellness Center

    Emergency Response

    Assistance With Daily Living


    Services

    Housekeeping Included

    Home Maintenance

    24 Hour Security System

    Personal Care

    Dressing


    Activities

    Social Events

    Daily Activities

    Engaging Activities

    Card Games

    Bingo


    Community Amenities

    Library

    Beauty/Barber Shop

    Courtyard and Garden

    Porch

    Walking Paths

    Landscaped Grounds


    Room Amenities

    Flat Screen TV

    Living Area

    Wi Fi Access Throughout

    Telephone


    Dining

    Restaurant-Style Dining

    Special Dietary Menus


    Transportation

    Transportation

    Parking - Surface


    Pet

    Pet Friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Gastonia which is 1.7 miles away and has a population of 74,543 (large town).
    • The average income is $48,789, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 44
      • Average Temperature: 65.2
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 164 days of rain, 4 days of snow and 196 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.5 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 36.9 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 4.74% of the population are Veterans which is a average percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 7.67% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 3% Asian, 28% Black or African-American, 8% Hispanic or Latino, and 58% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 9.88 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.18 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.11 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.52 incidents per 100 people

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    Supermarkets

    Aldi
    0.5 miles away
    Walmart Neighborhood Market
    2.6 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    3.0 miles away
    Wow Supermarket
    3.4 miles away
    Food Lion
    4.2 miles away

    Transportation

    Gastonia
    2.0 miles away

    Bus Stations

    CATS Park N Ride
    8.1 miles away
    Charlotte Premium Outlets
    12.2 miles away
    Mt Holly CATS Bus Stop
    12.3 miles away
    Dixie River & Steele Creek
    12.6 miles away
    Steele Creek & Dixie River
    12.6 miles away

    Banks

    BB&T
    1.7 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    5.3 miles away
    Bank of the Ozarks
    6.0 miles away
    Capital Bank
    7.2 miles away
    Park Sterling Bank
    7.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    CaroMont Regional Medical Center
    2.5 miles away
    Caromont Regional Medical Center- Belmont
    7.7 miles away
    Kings Mountain Hospital
    10.4 miles away
    Atrium Health Steele Creek
    14.0 miles away
    Carolinas Healthcare System Lincoln
    17.0 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Akers Pharmacy
    1.1 miles away
    DSD Pharmacy
    1.6 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.5 miles away
    CVS
    4.1 miles away
    Cramerton Drug Company
    5.6 miles away

    Dentists

    Blowe Family Dentistry
    7.7 miles away
    Stowe Point Dental Care
    7.7 miles away
    Mount Holly Dentistry
    9.5 miles away
    River Vista Dentistry
    12.7 miles away
    Oak Ridge Dental Arts
    13.8 miles away

    Parks

    Ferguson Park
    0.4 miles away
    Lineburger Park
    0.8 miles away
    Martha Rivers Park
    1.5 miles away
    Spirit Park
    1.6 miles away
    Rotary Centennial Pavilion
    1.7 miles away

    Places of Worship

    St. Mary's Chapel
    19.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Eastridge Mall
    1.9 miles away
    Dixie Village Shopping Center
    3.2 miles away
    Cleveland Mall
    17.6 miles away
    Shelby Plaza Shopping Center
    19.2 miles away
    Northlake Mall
    19.5 miles away

    Culture

    Amphitheater
    8.9 miles away
    Awaken Art Gallery
    9.5 miles away
    Little Theater
    11.2 miles away
    Barnes Auditorium
    11.3 miles away
    Carowinds Theatre
    16.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    Ole Carlolina Barbeque
    0.6 miles away
    Shrimp Boat
    1.5 miles away
    Jackson's Cafeteria
    1.6 miles away
    Sake Express
    1.6 miles away
    Webb Custom Kitchen
    1.6 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of NC. It is a large-sized community with 78 total beds.

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