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Brookdale Olympia East

616 Lilly Road Northeast, Olympia, WA

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

4.244 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Brookdale Olympia East

Say goodbye to time-consuming chores and upgrade your lifestyle, here at Brookdale Olympia East. After all, these are your golden years to make the most of. Here, residents can breathe a big sigh of relief knowing their responsibilities are managed by trusted team members each day. Residents can look forward to freshly prepared meals served restaurant-style in the private dining room, as well as assistance with cleaning, lawn care, laundry, and home maintenance. Assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing before bedtime, managing medications, getting dressed in the morning, and help with other personal tasks can also be provided, as needed. Brookdale's team is here to simplify your to-do lists while promoting peace of mind. Many families and residents rest easy knowing the staff is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to be alerted to an emergency. While safety and care needs are monitored, the residents are welcome to use on-site perks like the beauty/barber shop, cozy fireside living room, or explore the vibrant downtown area. Visit the historic Governor’s Mansion, the Olympia Farmers Market, or the Capitol Theater and the Bigelow House Museum. Each day is yours to make the most of when you call Brookdale Olympia East your home. Community Services and Amenities Join your neighbors for daily activities or practice your golf swing together at the nearby 18-hole golf course. Residents are encouraged to participate in fitness classes, mix-and-mingle socials, scenic drives, movie nights, and other events on the social calendar. If you prefer to unwind solo, the community also offers a library, walking paths, and a beautiful courtyard and garden to use anytime. Living Arrangements Brookdale Olympia East offers four apartment floor plans ranging between 325 and 843 square feet. Each space includes a private bath, plenty of storage space, and large windows to provide ample light. All of the apartments are pet-friendly and can be decorated using personal treasures, photographs, and furniture. If you need assistance settling in or hanging up decor, be sure to let a team member know. A helping hand is there when you need it most, here at Brookdale Olympia East. State Licensing Information To explore the licensing information and compliance histories of senior living communities in the state of Washington, visit the Washington Assisted Living Facility Locator or the Washington Adult Family Home Locator . Related Articles: Assisted Living vs. Independent Living: What’s the Difference? Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: What’s the Difference? Your Complete Guide to Assisted Living

Family and resident feedback

4.2 out of 5 from 44 reviews

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★★★★★

Critical

Brookdale Olympia East

The staff is kind, the facilities are nice & the food is good. However, if your family needs a higher level of care beyond medication management & laundry, this is not the place for your loved one.

Response from the community

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May 28, 2026
AnonymousMay 27, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Easy Transition to Assisted Living.

The staff has been very helpful and accommodating helping us transition Bill from TX to WA. Food and menu are a highlight for Bill. He enjoys several of the activities and gets along well with the staff and residents.

Judson KMay 26, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Peace of mind.

It has a great family feel to it and we like that the dining room is open 7am - 7pm. , I would recommend it. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

KarenMay 19, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Things I wish I'd asked before moving her in.

Everyone seems friendly and helpful, but there was a big disconnect between what was promised by their Sales team and what was handed over to the nursing and care staff at move in. They just didn't deliver well on the care plan. I wish I had known to ask more details about it before moving in, but my mom went without some basic care needs for the first several days. If it wasn't for my brother and I being around and nagging them, I'm not sure how long she would have gone without care.

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Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
AnonymousMarch 9, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

This place is a great facility if you have a loved one that is highly functioning. The residents have freedom to go outside unsupervised. My loved one has Alzheimer’s. The thought of them having freedom to go outside without anyone knowing about it is not something I am comfortable with. This place is listed as assisted living but serves regular coffee to the residents. This really surprised me because I have read that caffeine is not good for Alzheimer’s patients. The facility was very clean and the residents se

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Response from the community

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February 25, 2026
KimFebruary 23, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Great tour guide. Nice facility. Its not the fanciest, but it's small and cozy. Feels perfect for my mom.

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Dan DyeJanuary 29, 2026

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Operator
Brookdale
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 2, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • Guest Meals
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • No Sugar
  • Anytime Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Vegan
  • Pureed Meals
  • Room Service
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Memory Care
  • Medication Management
  • Diabetic Care

Services & convenience

  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Pet Care Available
  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Beautician
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Holiday Parties
  • Activities On-site
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Mormon/LDS Services
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Forever Fit
  • Community Service Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Birthday Parties
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Tai Chi
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Protestant Services
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Current Events Club
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Cooking Classes
  • Wii Bowling
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Book Club
  • Karaoke
  • Wine Tasting
  • Happy Hour
  • Other Religious Services
  • Walking Club
  • Jewish Services
  • Catholic Services

Outdoor spaces

  • Computer or Media Center
  • Library
  • Central Fireplace
  • Barber Shop
  • Outside Patio
  • Beauty Salon
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Piano or Organ
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Raised Garden Beds

Apartment & room features

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Kitchenette
  • Handicap Accessible

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Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
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Exact unit availability
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