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Brookdale Pensacola

8700 University Pkwy, Pensacola, FL

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

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About the community

About Brookdale Pensacola

Find passionate caregivers, reliable support, and plenty of charm when you reside at Brookdale Pensacola. Located just a few short blocks from West Florida Hospital right near the Gulf of Mexico, you can find all of the charming characteristics of home — and more — at Brookdale Pensacola. Here, residents' individual needs are prioritized and their independence is preserved through tailored care plans. Trained…

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Family and resident feedback

3.5 out of 5 from 47 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Review for Brookdale Pensacola

Everyone was very accommodating And friendly. They really worked with us getting her room ready for her needs. They also communicated with us regularly during her stay.

AnonymousDecember 11, 2025

★★★★★

Critical

Currently Concerned

Recently had a full administrative change which has not been a good experience for the residents totally wondering what was going on. Many good workers left as well. The food that is served is many times tough and/or cold. Recently, a new "chef" has been hired with high hopes of improvement. I'm hopeful for improvements and have expressed concern. At this time, I'm hesitant to recommend and wishing things were a little different.

CSAugust 26, 2025

★★★★

Critical

Review for Brookdale Pensacola

I do not recommend this place to anyone. Not a single employee is the same. No one in administration, nursing, food service, maintenance, no one. They haven't had any activities in months. There is no activities staff. There have been a few positive changes in the past 60 days, but minimal. For the money being paid, it's inexcusable.

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Cleanliness
3.0 / 5
Friendliness
3.0 / 5
Value for Cost
1.0 / 5
Care Services
3.0 / 5
Activities
1.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
AnonymousJuly 18, 2025

★★★★★

Critical

has room for improvement

When we first placed my loved one there things were good. But in the [date removed] my loved one has been there the staff has changed several times in certain position and all administrative personnel are brand new. The services my loved one pays for are falling by the wayside ie...laundry , house keeping and activities. Something is just not right at this moment in time.

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Cleanliness
3.0 / 5
Friendliness
3.0 / 5
Value for Cost
2.0 / 5
Care Services
3.0 / 5
Activities
2.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
AnonymousMay 20, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Amazing staff and community

Residents are more "mobile" seniors even with walkers/wheelchairs. Housekeeping and maintenance, and administration do an amazing job with a smile and hello for everyone.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
CandyNovember 4, 2024

★★★★

Positive

It is a lovely facility but just a little out of our budget. They did try to get the costs down for us but our dad's health needs were high.

AnonymousAugust 4, 2023

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Operator
Brookdale
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 6, 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

  • Room Service
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Vegetarian
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

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

Services & convenience

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

Activities & engagement

  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Bible Study Group
  • Wii Bowling
  • Catholic Services
  • Wine Tasting
  • Dances
  • Happy Hour
  • Christian Services
  • Activities On-site
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Community Service Programs
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Protestant Services
  • Gardening Club
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Karaoke
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Holiday Parties
  • Walking Club
  • Bridge Club
  • Other Religious Services
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Cooking Club
  • Men's Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Cooking Classes
  • Pet-focused Programs

Outdoor spaces

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

Apartment & room features

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned
  • Kitchenette
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 6, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

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