Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony

About the community

About Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony

At Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony, residents have access to enriching memory care programming, dementia-friendly activities, specialized menus, transportation assistance, and a host of other services. Located off Daniels Parkway near 6 Mile Cypress, you will find an abundance of convenient services under one roof. Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony uses two memory care programs — Clare Bridge and Solace. The Clare Bridge program is an exclusive brand of dementia care that was established more than 30 years ago. This program provides residents with six daily activities that encourage the use of their current skills and abilities. Meanwhile, the Solace program provides additional support specifically to residents in the late stages of dementia. It offers assistance with grooming and includes specialized activities involving music and aromatherapy. Rest assured, staff is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to be alerted to an emergency, and an alert system is also used for added security. Throughout the community, you will find a variety of safe engagement opportunities, including gardening activities as well as kitchen and handywork. If needed, assistance during mealtime is offered. Plus, the culinary team provides easy-to-manage selections in a small dining room with pre-selected seating. These small details allow residents to thrive in a safe, yet familiar environment each day. Community Services and Amenities Here, residents can choose to stay busy and active, or embrace a quieter lifestyle — the choice is always yours. Participate in jazz music therapy or trivia nights. Join the community’s garden or travel club. There are also a number of on-site amenities for you to enjoy at your leisure, including an ice cream parlor, a game room, a beauty and barber shop, a living room, and a well-stocked library. Some additional on-site perks include pharmacy and postal services, as well as a therapy room. Brookdale also offers a helpful program that can save you a drive to the local store — the Personal Solutions program. Just submit a list of items you need, such as face wipes, body wash, or other hygienic necessities, and the staff will deliver them discreetly to your door. Best of all, the delivery is free. Living Arrangements Each private studio apartment includes large windows for natural light, and a private bathroom. With easy-to-navigate floor plans and soothing wall colors, the apartments are designed to feel cozy and just like home. Lastly, if you need tips or advice about what to bring on move-in day, Brookdale’s team is prepared to provide a detailed list. Let your retirement years feel simpler, here at Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony. Related: Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: What’s the Difference? Everything You Need to Know About the Cost of Memory Care