Brookdale Bakersfield

We had such a great time for our Fat Tuesday celebration.

LAST CHANCE TO VOTE! September 30 is the last day to vote for your favorite film for the Ecolab People's Choice Award. Brookdale residents from all over the country submitted five-minute films created on iPads for the second annual Celebrate Aging Film Festival. Nine amazing films made the final cut, but only one can win. Visit our Brookdale Senior Living Facebook page to vote for your favorite! http://bkd.co/6185r7GvJ #CelebrateAgingFilmFestival

Time to roll out the red carpet! We're very excited to announce our second annual Celebrating Aging Film Festival. We’ve asked our residents and associates to create films that celebrate aging and challenge the perceptions of aging. Check out the video finalists, and cast your vote for the Ecolab People's Choice Award today. Voting closes September 30! #CelebrateAgingFilmFestival http://bkd.co/6189rAqKU

Chef Rodney Scott has been at Brookdale Delta for about six months and knew from the minute that he walked in the door that this was the place he wanted to be. Despite the wide variety of meals he makes, there's one ingredient that goes in to every meal: love. https://youtu.be/hQEQz90j6HA

The residents at Freedom Village at Bradenton share the joy of music and rhythm and explain how one unlikely drum circle has led to fun and friendships within the community. Be sure to check out all the activities our community has to offer. We'd love for you to stop by and join us! https://youtu.be/NgwrF5L8MLk

Tina making her Famous Flag Cake for the Fourth.

Brookdale resident Lucile is one of the first women ever to fly military aircrafts. She began taking flying lessons solely for pleasure, but once WWII broke out, she soon found herself a part of the Women's Airforce Service Pilots. Watch Lucile's story here: https://youtu.be/t6TxgjXnNk0

Friends and family celebrating the 4th in Clare Bridge.

When Brookdale resident Leopoldine Smith was 17, she didn't know that she would be traveling to France from her home in Cameroon, Africa one summer afternoon. She also didn't realize that she would be recognized as the first African air hostess in the world.

For Hava, Brookdale Park Place is not just a place of employment. It is like going to her parents' home; she feels comfortable and safe. Here's her amazing story. https://youtu.be/DJ-Y3o-m4YM

John Stratton is a competitive sharp shooter and archer, but you'd never guess he competes from his wheelchair. After being a Brookdale resident for several years, John was looking for any way to channel his competitive spirit. That's when he found out about the National Wheelchair Games. For John, competing isn't about winning or losing. Instead, he considers it his medicine for his mind and body. https://youtu.be/DRdoyj1RUpU

Technology is rapidly changing and sometimes difficult to keep up with. Fortunately, there are companies that put seniors on the forefront when innovating. We will be discussing innovation for seniors during a #SeniorTechChat on Twitter! Join in on the conversation and tweet to us during the Twitter Chat. To learn more visit : http://bkd.co/6189rNjQT and follow us on Twitter @BrookdaleLiving on Wednesday, June 13th at 12:00 pm CST!

Richard Gambino considers himself a lucky man. And we have to agree! After surviving two lightning strikes and receiving the Purple Heart during WWII, Richard continued to beat the odds. But when faced with the reality that living on his own may no longer be possible, he was reluctant. Just after he first came to Brookdale Richard vowed to only stay six weeks. Though it wasn't long into his stay when Richard realized Brookdale was the place for him. He now volunteers at his community by helping new residents get adjusted to living life at Brookdale. https://youtu.be/4KwYrCTbfUk

Martin and Betty became pen pals 70 years ago after meeting just before Martin was deployed with the Marines. Years later, Betty was walking the halls of her Brookdale community and noticed a familiar name on the door. See how these two pen pals rekindled their friendship at Brookdale! https://youtu.be/xEVN9FZzsd8