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The Forum At Brookside

200 Brookside Drive, Louisville, KY 40243

Independent Living Assisted Living Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(502) 245-3048

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $1,962
One Bedroom
Estimated $2,471
Two Bedroom
Estimated $3,039

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,382
  • Average State Price: $3,148
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • The Forum At Brookside Description

    The Forum At Brookside is a community that offers independent living, assisted living, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of Douglass Hills, Kentucky and is part of the Five Star Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9.3 out of 10 making it the 9th highest rated community in the city out of 94 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

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    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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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    9.4
    The Forum At Brookside
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 68 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 9 out of 95 communities in Louisville
  • Ranking in State: 87 out of 468 communities in KY
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    5.5
    Five Star Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1220 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Kentucky

    Employee Pay A

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture A



    Review Summary

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

    Reviews of the Forum senior living facility highlight a mix of experiences and opinions from residents and their families. Concerns were raised about the timing of allowing non-essential visitors post-COVID vaccination, with a suggestion for a more cautious approach to protect residents. Positive feedback was given for the rehabilitation services, staff kindness, and the care provided in the health center, with specific staff members praised for their exceptional service.

    Some reviews expressed dissatisfaction with management decisions, particularly regarding forcing a long-term resident to move. However, others looked forward to the meals and appreciated the facility for its cleanliness, variety of activities, and the sense of community it fosters. The skilled nursing center received commendation for its dedicated and caring staff, and the facility was noted for its "no deficiencies" status.

    Employees and residents alike praised the Forum for its friendly atmosphere, engaging activities, and the quality of care. Concerns were mentioned about the need for updates to the facility and amenities to stay competitive with newer establishments. Overall, the Forum is described as a place of comfort, care, and community, with many expressing gratitude for the staff's attentiveness and the peace of mind provided to families.


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    Health

    On-site Ageility gym and speech, physical and occupational therapy

    24/7 nursing staff

    Medical services

    Wellness

    Cardiac rehab

    Rehabilitation services


    Services

    Bi-Weekly housekeeping and linen service

    24/7 Front desk concierge

    Maintenance of home, buildings and grounds

    Biweekly housekeeping and flat linen service

    Linen service

    Visitor sign-in


    Activities

    Lifestyle360 activities, group trips and clubs

    Exercise classes

    Intergenerational programs

    Men's group

    Social outings

    Happy hour


    Community Amenities

    Ageility Physical Therapy Solutions

    Beauty salon/barbershop

    Fitness center

    Gated Community

    Gazebo

    Indoor Heated Pool


    Room Amenities

    Fully furnished apartments

    Included Basic Cable

    Wireless internet/hotspot


    Dining

    Three Five Star meals daily

    Five Star dining

    Complimentary Breakfast

    Three meals included

    Bistro dining

    Restaurant-style dining room


    Transportation

    Parking on premises

    Transportation services

    Scheduled local transportation


    Pet

    Pet-friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Douglass Hills which is 0.8 miles away and has a population of 5,669 (very small town).
    • The average income is $69,894, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 80
      • Low Temperature: 35
      • Average Temperature: 58.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 174 days of rain, 19 days of snow and 171 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.7 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.06 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    The Fresh Market
    0.5 miles away
    Walmart Neighborhood Market
    0.6 miles away
    Kroger
    1.7 miles away
    Sam's Club
    2.1 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Hurstbourne / Dorsey
    1.3 miles away
    Hurstbourbe / Ormsby Station
    1.4 miles away
    Hurstbourne / Forest Green
    1.5 miles away
    Central State Hospital
    1.6 miles away
    UPS Dr / Ormsby Station
    1.6 miles away

    Banks

    Republic Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Transcend Credit Union
    0.5 miles away
    Fifth Third Bank
    0.6 miles away
    BB&T
    1.3 miles away
    Commonwealth Bank and Trust
    1.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Central State Hospital
    1.5 miles away
    The Brook Hospital - KMI
    2.8 miles away
    The Brook Hospital - Dupont
    4.1 miles away
    Louisville East Post Acute
    4.2 miles away
    Norton Women's and Children's Hospital
    4.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.5 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.2 miles away
    CVS
    3.3 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    3.5 miles away
    Rite Aid
    4.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Family Orthodontics
    0.6 miles away
    Premier Dental Care
    1.7 miles away
    Zeh Orthodontic Center
    2.0 miles away
    Right Touch Dental
    2.3 miles away
    Smiles in Hurstbourne
    2.8 miles away

    Parks

    Douglas Hills Park
    0.5 miles away
    Crosby Park
    0.6 miles away
    Wetherby Park
    0.8 miles away
    Hardy Brinly Park
    1.3 miles away
    Lyndon
    1.4 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Mall St. Matthews
    3.7 miles away
    mall st matthews
    3.9 miles away
    Mid City Mall
    9.0 miles away
    Jefferson Mall
    9.7 miles away
    Green Tree Mall
    12.3 miles away

    Culture

    Norton Commons Amphitheater
    5.6 miles away
    Lusk Family Amphitheater
    6.1 miles away
    Walden theater
    7.7 miles away
    Wyatt Center for the Arts
    8.5 miles away
    Norton Fine Arts Center
    8.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    El Toro
    0.4 miles away
    LouVino
    0.5 miles away
    Ling Ling Restaurant
    0.6 miles away
    Roosters
    0.6 miles away
    Jet's Pizza
    0.6 miles away

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