Brookdale Spruce Wood

Located just two miles from picturesque downtown Durham and the University of New Hampshire, Brookdale Spruce Wood offers seniors a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and care. This vibrant community provides easy access to local shops, restaurants, museums, and scenic excursions — including boat cruises along the seacoast and trips to the nearby mountains. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living, or memory care, Brookdale Spruce Wood provides the ideal setting to age gracefully in place with the peace of mind that comes from knowing support is always close at hand.

Brookdale Spruce Wood’s compassionate care team helps each resident live as independently as possible while assisting when needed. Personalized care plans are created through detailed assessments and regularly adjusted as residents’ needs change. Services include help with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and medication management — all delivered with dignity and respect. Staff members are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring residents’ safety and well-being at all times.

Life at Brookdale Spruce Wood is designed for ease and enjoyment. Residents can take advantage of housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services, giving them more time to focus on what matters most — making the most of each day. Chef-prepared, nutritious meals are served daily in the community’s welcoming dining room, where residents can socialize with friends over delicious, homemade dishes.

The community offers an engaging calendar of activities and events designed to stimulate the mind, body, and spirit. From educational programs and creative workshops to fitness classes and local excursions, there’s always something to look forward to. Residents can spend their afternoons in the library, enjoy the tranquil courtyard, or stroll through the beautifully maintained gardens.

Brookdale Spruce Wood also provides thoughtful conveniences like the Personal Solutions program, which allows residents to order personal items — such as toiletries or household essentials — that are discreetly delivered right to their door at no extra cost. On-site amenities include a full-service beauty and barber salon, a guest suite for visiting loved ones, and comfortable spaces for hosting gatherings and game nights.

Residents can choose from a variety of comfortable floor plans — from cozy friendship suites to spacious one-bedroom apartments — each designed for safety and comfort. Apartments feature private bathrooms, ample closet space, large windows with natural light, plush carpeting, and emergency response systems. The friendly staff is always available to assist with settling in, decorating, or rearranging furniture to make each space feel like home.

As a supported residential health care facility, Brookdale Spruce Wood provides personal care, supervision, and nursing services for those who require assistance but do not need a higher level of skilled nursing care. With its caring staff, personalized services, and welcoming environment, this community offers a worry-free lifestyle where residents can thrive, connect, and truly enjoy life.

Care and support at Brookdale Spruce Wood

Families considering Brookdale Spruce Wood can choose from:

• Assisted Living: Help from trained staff with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication, in a social community setting.
• Independent Living: Maintenance-free living for active older adults who don’t need daily care, with dining and activities on site.
• Memory Care: Secure, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, with structured daily routines.

Residents also have access to diabetic care, support for higher care needs, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. It is worth asking how care plans are reviewed and how often they are updated.

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Homes, features and common spaces

Residents can choose from one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Features include air conditioning, full kitchens, bathtubs, Wi-Fi and high-speed internet, wheelchair-accessible showers, accessible design and kitchenettes. Outside their apartments, residents can enjoy outdoor seating areas, a beauty salon, a TV lounge, an outdoor patio, indoor lounges and a library.

Dining at Brookdale Spruce Wood

Meals are provided for residents, with guest meals for visiting family, meals prepared by a professional chef, restaurant-style dining, room service and special dining programs. The kitchen can prepare low-sodium and vegetarian meals. Other dining spaces include a café or bistro and a private dining room for family occasions.

Activities and daily life

The activity calendar includes live dance or theater performances, live well programs, happy hour, wine tasting, dances, art classes, stretching classes, trivia games and Tai Chi, among 21 listed activities. Off-site outings are organized too. For recreation, there is an arts and crafts center, a fitness center, a Jacuzzi, a piano or organ and raised garden beds. Services such as a visiting beautician, help with grocery shopping and errands, housekeeping and laundry service are available.

Brookdale Spruce Wood is pet friendly, and cats and dogs are welcome. For getting around, the community offers complimentary transportation.

Senior living near Brookdale Spruce Wood in Durham, NH

Brookdale Spruce Wood is located at 25 Worthen Road, Durham, NH 03824. Before you decide, explore senior living across New Hampshire, including typical costs and what to look for.

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Questions to ask when you visit Brookdale Spruce Wood

• What is included in the monthly fee, and what costs extra?
• How are care needs assessed, and how often is the care plan reviewed?
• What dementia training do memory care staff receive, and how are secure areas managed?
• What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day and overnight?
• Can we join for a meal or an activity during the visit?

Frequently asked questions about Brookdale Spruce Wood

What types of care does Brookdale Spruce Wood offer?
Brookdale Spruce Wood offers assisted living, independent living and memory care in Durham, NH. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at Brookdale Spruce Wood?
Brookdale Spruce Wood offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does Brookdale Spruce Wood allow pets?
Yes. Brookdale Spruce Wood is listed as pet friendly, with cats and dogs welcome. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does Brookdale Spruce Wood provide transportation?
Brookdale Spruce Wood offers complimentary transportation. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is Brookdale Spruce Wood located?
Brookdale Spruce Wood is at 25 Worthen Road, Durham, NH 03824, in Durham, New Hampshire.

How much does Brookdale Spruce Wood cost?
Pricing at Brookdale Spruce Wood depends on the apartment type and level of care needed. Use the contact form on this page to request current pricing and availability. It is free and there is no obligation.

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