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Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle
4.4 (171 reviews)Ocala, FL
Independent Living and Assisted Living in Ocala, with spaces to feel at home and support for your next chapter.
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Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle in Ocala, Florida, offers independent living, assisted living and memory care on one campus. Independent living is designed for residents who want less responsibility for household upkeep. Assisted living can include help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication management. Memory care serves people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The community presents these options as a continuum for changing support needs, though the services used depend on each resident’s needs.
Apartments include studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. Features vary, but may include a private bathroom, kitchen or kitchenette, closet storage and windows that bring in natural light. Some layouts have a private patio and garden view, and the apartments are described as pet-friendly. Housekeeping and dining are listed among the services, while independent-living dining arrangements can vary. Meals are described as restaurant-style, with chef-prepared menus that take residents’ preferences into account; a private dining room is available for meals or gatherings.
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Assisted living staff can help with daily routines, including dressing, bathing and medication management. Brookdale HealthPlus is also listed, with preventive-care access, chronic-condition support and care coordination. A dedicated RN Care Manager can help with care plans, follow-up scheduling and communication among providers. A team member is on site around the clock to be alerted to emergencies, and the community lists an emergency alert system. Scheduled transportation is available for errands and appointments.
Memory care uses Brookdale’s Clare Bridge approach, with routines and activities tailored to residents’ abilities and interests. Its daily schedule is described as having six planned programs, with examples including cognitive activities, walking, exercise and dancing. The memory-care area has secured entrances and exits and a courtyard for outdoor strolling. Residents can personalize rooms with their own furnishings and keepsakes; the area also includes a private dining room and porch. For residents with advanced dementia, the Solace program adds extra grooming time and sensory activities, including music and aromatherapy. The Embrace family program offers educational events and opportunities for families to connect and learn about dementia care.
Shared amenities include an outdoor pool, fitness center, walking paths, therapy room, library, arts and crafts studio, game room, billiards area, theater, chapel, courtyard, garden and porch. Other listed facilities include a clinic, beauty and barber shop, guest suites, computer areas and meeting rooms. Wellness and recreation options include B-Fit classes such as yoga, strength training and flexibility sessions, Brain Fit games, walking groups, swimming, movie showings, tai chi and social events. The grounds include landscaped outdoor areas and a fishing pond.
The community’s neighborhood information situates it in Ocala’s horse-country setting and mentions local horse farms, historic walking tours, parks and preserves. It also highlights destinations such as Ocala National Forest, the Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing and the Appleton Museum of Art. On campus, residents can fish, take group walks or watch a movie in the theater.
- Starting at
- $2,435/mo
- Care options
- 3 available
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- Community reviews
- 171
Key amenities
Pool & outdoor spaces
Garden
Fitness & wellness
Fitness programs
Housekeeping
Housekeeping and linen services
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Social activities
Community-sponsored activities
Staff & support
12-16 hour nursing
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- 12-16 hour nursing
- 24-hour call system
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Air-conditioning
- Assistance with bathing
- Assistance with dressing
- Assistance with transfers
- Beauty salon
- Cable
- Community operated transportation
- Community-sponsored activities
- Computer center
- Concierge services
- Diabetes diet
- Dining room
- Fitness programs
- Fitness room
- Fully furnished
- Gaming room
- Garden
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Kitchenettes
- Meal preparation and service
- Medication management
- Mental wellness program
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Move-in coordination
- Outdoor space
- Planned day trips
- Private bathrooms
- Resident-run activities
- Restaurant-style dining
- Scheduled daily activities
- Small library
- Special dietary restrictions
- Specialized memory care programming
- Telephone
- Transportation arrangement
- Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
- Wellness center
- Wifi
Care options available
Independent Living
Independent residences with community amenities and opportunities to stay active and connected.
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Memory Care
Specialized support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Learn more“We just moved my mom who’s 90 into a beautiful apartment at Chambrel Ocala. She loves it !! The FOOD is great and there’s a great menu daily for 3 meals a day. Everyone’s is so helpful and knowledgeable they are taking great care of her needs plus they make every resident feel special. Call today for a tour and appointment with…”
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Pricing & residences
Monthly rates starting at
$2,435 / month
Rates and availability can change. Ask the community for a personalized quote and details about included services.
| Residence | Monthly rate |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,435 |
| One bedroom | $3,001 |
| Two bedrooms | $4,395 |
Resident & family reviews
4.4 · 171 reviewsWe just moved my mom who’s 90 into a beautiful apartment at Chambrel Ocala. She loves it !! The FOOD is great and there’s a great menu daily for 3 meals a day. Everyone’s is so helpful and knowledgeable they are taking great care of her needs plus they make every resident feel special. Call today for a tour and appointment with Dana Smith. Special Thank You to Dana, Lena and “Q” for guiding us through the process to be a resident. You ladies are Rock Stars Nancy Porter
UNFULFILLED PROMISES AND SUBPAR SERVICES We are deeply disappointed with the care and services provided to my 88-year-old mother at Brookdale Pinecastle in Ocala Florida. Despite numerous meetings with management and repeated assurances that these issues would be addressed, the same problems persist: - Dressing Assistance: We pay a substantial monthly fee for staff to assist my mother, who recently fell and injured her shoulder, with dressing. Unfortunately, the assistance is inconsistent, and promises to improve have gone unfulfilled. - Pet Care Support: Temporary help with my mother’s dog…
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UNFULFILLED PROMISES AND SUBPAR SERVICES We are deeply disappointed with the care and services provided to my 88-year-old mother at Brookdale Pinecastle in Ocala Florida. Despite numerous meetings with management and repeated assurances that these issues would be addressed, the same problems persist: - Dressing Assistance: We pay a substantial monthly fee for staff to assist my mother, who recently fell and injured her shoulder, with dressing. Unfortunately, the assistance is inconsistent, and promises to improve have gone unfulfilled. - Pet Care Support: Temporary help with my mother’s dog (walking and bathroom breaks) was arranged at an additional cost of $600 per month. Yet, this service has been neglected repeatedly as well. - Emergency Pager Neglect: Residents are provided with emergency pagers to ensure quick assistance. However, the staff often fails to place the pager around my mother’s neck during their visits, compromising her safety. - Medication Mismanagement: We had to switch to an automated dispenser after several incidents of improper medication administration, including one instance where my mother was given someone else’s prescription. - Declining Food Quality: The meals, once a highlight of the facility, have deteriorated significantly since the pandemic. The current menu relies heavily on fried and bland dishes, which do not meet my mother’s dietary needs. While my mother has friends and a sense of home here, it is unacceptable that the basic services we are paying for are not delivered. We have held multiple meetings with management, always receiving apologies and promises of change, but the issues remain unresolved. We have informed the staff that, should improvements occur and trust be rebuilt, we are open to amending this review. However, as of now, we feel compelled to share our experiences to help others make informed decisions about their loved ones’ care.
My dad has been a resident for over 5 years now and has been through several changes in the administrative staff. He loves many things about the community, but mostly the Director of Nursing (Michell)!! She saved his life!!
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My mother has been very pleased with the facility, staff, meals, activities and services offered. She is enjoying the socialization she was missing by living alone in her house. They also welcomed and accomodated her pet cat which was a big plus. Can't ask for more.
Cost was the driver in my leaving there. They raised my rent too much. I saved [removed] a month in moving. The staff...to a person...was super. Food was excellent especially on holidays. Unfortunately, the director was murdered, the 2nd in command moved to another facility, and #3 left the industry.
Our mom has been at Brookdale for 9 years. It is the best decision that she and our father made together. He was so well cared for when he had dementia. Mom has always thrived on the social activities and friendships that she made. She is now in memory care. Although it was difficult we knew mom would be in a safe and caring environment. Soon after she moved in my sisters and I had an opportunity to visit her and meet the nursing care team. I am pretty sure that I met 4 people that had known mom since she and dad moved to BD. My heart was so happy to know that she was in a safe place with people that truly knew her and would be caring for her. Thank you to you all for everything that you do for our mom and the residents of Brookdale.
2024 Update: My parents have lived there for almost 4 years now. Some areas are better than others. Communication to family and residents are horrible, this includes nursing and admin. Activities and director are good. I feel turn over is high here, brookdale should train better and treat their employees better. Nursing / techs - techs are sometimes rude and unprofessional. They do like their downstairs apartment with patio although the toilet and vanity is not handicapped accessible for my mother. My parents have been living here for a year now. Overall they are very happy there. They like the food and they give you plenty of it. The pool is very nice, they keep it very clean. Summers they have concerts by the pool. It’s reassuring to know that they are being monitored and there is always someone there to help when needed. They have many trips and games and events there in addition to happy hour every Friday. My dad joined the drama club and enjoys it! Food is overall pretty good, my parents are enjoying not having to cook. The only a few things I wish they had better lighting in front of building and a covered driveway so residents dont get wet when getting dropped off, etc. A larger area out front that the residence can sit outside under cover would be nice as well.
Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle was a little expensive, but they were nice and they gave us a nice tour. We were invited to try the food there but we didn't. The rooms were a little bit small. The upkeep was very nice. It was very clean.
What families highlight
- Compassionate and attentive caregiving staff
- Robust social and recreational activity program
- Restaurant-style dining with varied menu choices
- On-site rehabilitation and physical therapy services
- Clean, well-maintained grounds and common areas
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