Brookdale Senior Living
Brookdale Senior Living
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About Brookdale Senior Living
Brookdale Senior Living is a leading provider of senior housing and services in the United States. It offers a comprehensive range of care options to meet the diverse needs of older adults. Established in 1978 and headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee, the company operates over 675 senior living communities across 41 states. It serves more than 60,000 residents.
Brookdale's services include independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care. These options ensure seniors receive the appropriate level of support in a comfortable and engaging environment. The company’s mission is to enrich lives with compassion, respect, excellence, and integrity.
In addition to core services, Brookdale offers specialized programs to enhance residents' well-being. Programs include:
- B-Fit: an exercise initiative tailored to older adults that promotes physical health and social interaction
- My Life Story: encourages seniors to share personal histories, fostering connections and preserving memories
The company has grown through strategic mergers and acquisitions. In 2006, Brookdale merged with the American Retirement Corporation, expanding to approximately 550 communities in 36 states. Its 2014 merger with Emeritus Senior Living further expanded its presence to over 1,100 communities in 46 states, making it the nation’s largest senior living operator.
Brookdale's commitment to quality care has received national recognition. The company is known not only for senior housing and healthcare excellence but also for employee training, women in leadership, and philanthropic initiatives.
As of August 1, 2025, Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) is trading at $7.61 per share, reflecting its ongoing presence in the senior living industry.
Locations
Brookdale operates numerous communities across the United States, including the following locations:
- Bensalem, PA
- Gilbert, AZ
- Des Plaines, IL
- Salem, OR
- Arvada, CO
- Oak Park, IL
- Spokane Valley, WA
- Anaheim, CA
- Worcester, MA
- Shreveport, LA
- Tacoma, WA
- Fort Collins, CO