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Brookdale Clinton

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight caring and attentive staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

115 Brookside Drive, Clinton, NY 1332340 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: NY DOH — view official record
Google rating
4.2/5

based on 18 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is highly regarded for its warm atmosphere and the genuine care shown by the staff toward residents. However, families should perform a rigorous audit of the lease agreement and billing practices, as multiple reviewers have flagged concerns regarding unexpected costs and non-refundable deposits.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

18 reviews on Google
Families can expect a warm, community-focused environment where many residents find comfort through engaging activities and a caring staff. While most reviews praise the sense of safety and social connection, some families have raised serious concerns regarding the high cost of care and transparency in billing and service agreements.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff9.0Clean10.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory5.0Comms8.0Value2.0

Strengths

  • Caring and attentive staff
  • Engaging social activities
  • Beautiful, well-maintained grounds
  • Strong sense of community

Concerns

  • High cost and pricing concerns (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Issues with billing transparency and lease terms (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 18 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

22%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Since this is such a cozy community of 40 residents, how do you ensure everyone gets personalized attention during mealtimes?
  • 2I noticed you take the time to respond to the feedback you receive; how does resident and family input directly shape the care plans here?
  • 3What kind of daily outings or social activities do you have planned to help residents stay connected with the Clinton community?
  • 4In an assisted living setting like this, what is the specific protocol if a resident has a medical emergency in the middle of the night?
  • 5How do the staff members help new residents integrate into the small-group dynamic during their first few weeks?
  • 6Can you tell me more about how the care team manages medication schedules and monitors any changes in a resident's health?

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Key Review Excerpts

The staff is very caring and I can tell their heart are in the right place. The facility is very warm and welcoming with a variety of activities to partake in

Resident's family · 2024★★★★★

Our family member has been A Brookdale/Clinton resident in the Memory Care facility for the past four years. The staff is incredibly caring and communicative, and we feel that our loved one is safe and well cared for.

Memory care family member · 2023★★★★★

All the staff are helpful and ensuring that all our needs are met, from administration to housekeeping to dining and activities. We see their care and concern for all of us here.

Resident · 2023★★★★★
Source: 18 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: NY Dept. of Health

16total
26deficiencies

Key Findings

26 violations from 16 inspections

Dec 19, 2025Complaint
487.7 (g) (1) (ii-xiv)

Resident services

Sep 17, 2025Routine
487.7 (d) (1) (iv)

Resident services

487.11 (k) (1-3)

Environmental standards

402.5(c)

Requirements before submitting a request for

487.11 (k) (14)

Environmental standards

487.10 (c) (1-3)

Records and reports

487.11 (k) (13)

Environmental standards

487.7 (f) (5)

Resident services

487.7 (g) (1) (i)

Resident services

Aug 22, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Jul 30, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Jun 16, 2025Routine
487.11 (k) (14)

Environmental standards

487.11 (k) (13)

Environmental standards

Jun 16, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Dec 13, 2024Other
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Oct 29, 2024Routine
487.4 (m)

Admission standards

487.11 (k) (15)

Environmental standards

487.10 (c) (1-3)

Records and reports

487.4 (k)

Admission standards

487.11 (k) (14)

Environmental standards

487.11 (k) (13)

Environmental standards

487.9 (a) (8)

Personnel

487.11 (k) (1-3)

Environmental standards

487.7 (f) (5)

Resident services

487.12 (f)

Disaster and emergency planning

487.9 (a) (3)

Personnel

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Clinton Sterling Cottage Operator, INC.

Organization Type

for profit

Source: State licensing data

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