Independent Living Community in Anaheim, California

Yulander

I went to Brookdale Anaheim. I was able to go into one of their studio apartments. It was very expensive but very nice. The facility was nice. The staff was accommodating. I wasn't able to go into the dining area. It was pretty much the same as the other facilities. The only thing I saw that's different is that they have a rootbeer float night, afternoon music, and ice cream social. There's a piano in the lobby. They also have memory care there. The room that they showed me was really exquisite, but high priced.

Shirley

We've chosen to go to Walnut Village because I like the idea that it has a kitchen, so we don't have to eat meals in the dining room every day. I also like the idea that we can have a washer and dryer in the room, and we can have a 2-bedroom with two baths. The people there are very nice. The room also has a range, refrigerator, air conditioning, and carpeting. Then if you need more help, you move into a more assisted living section there. My husband likes to do woodworking, and they have a man cave where there are saws and all the equipment he would need. I also saw people playing cards and games, they have a lovely library, and they take trips occasionally too. A lot of them just got back from a cruise, and they also go to pachinko where you gamble. They took us all through the community, they have a swimming pool, and a gym. They have nice grounds and you can eat outside or inside. They have a dining room, but they also have a bistro where you can get hamburgers, grilled sandwiches, and soup if you want. Some of the other communities were very nice, but we liked the amenities and everything better at the Walnut Village, including the location. The staff member who gave us the tour was very good, and the food was excellent. They have a nice variety of food, they have a menu where you can order a la carte or half portions. The pricing is comparable to the other ones, and maybe a little higher than some.

Consuelo

My first impression of Brookdale Anaheim was nice because the entrance was nice; however, after that, I didn't like it. I don't like to be in there. The person who helped me did a very good job, but the dining area was just an empty kitchen. There were residents in their homes, and there were some people watching TV. The room was big, and it was very good. I saw a paper saying they have activities, but I didn't see anybody doing anything.

Bob

I’m living at Walnut Village, it’s excellent, I’m very happy here, and my family calls it the cruise ship. I have a very large apartment, they have a full Olympic pool, a full gymnasium with a personal trainer who could assist you, and numerous activities all day long every day. They bring in numerous outside talents for entertainment, we have a chorus, a number of card clubs, and they do bus excursions. We did one to Sacramento last month, and next month they’re going to Alaska, and next October to the Balloon Festival. We’re always busy, and we have a wonderful girl that does the planning. We have a master chef. The facility is only eight-years-old, so it’s in excellent condition. They also have the dementia center and rehab center as part of Walnut Village.

lonnell

Brookdale Anaheim is a very fine community. It was really nice inside and clean. The medical assistance was well taken care of. It was one of the best places I've seen. When I was greeted by the person in charge, he introduced me to some of the staff members and explained to me what their duties were. He also told me that they'd be willing to help me if we decided to get my buddy in there. It was a good encounter.