True Essence of Southern Living
Fellowship Home at Brookside offers South Georgia living at its finest. Open fields, pecan groves, sprawling oaks, and flowering gardens will surround you. Wake up and breathe clean, country air. Sit on the porch and delight in the lush, beautiful gardens and the birds chirping, or stroll along our many walking paths and bask in God’s creation.
You’ll have it all in a convenient location! Pass through the tree canopy, and the heart of Valdosta shopping, dining, and healthcare is just 5 miles away.
Amenities You Are Going To Love
We combine true Southern hospitality with convenience and comfort. Enjoy a fun, enriching lifestyle every day. Some of the amenities at your disposal include:
Gardens – The English-style gardens are a continual source of enjoyment for our residents. The scent of roses, jasmine, honeysuckle, and rosemary fills the air. Springtime brings every color of the rainbow as tulips, irises, Queen Anne’s lace, and flowering pomegranates bloom. The gardens are the perfect place to indulge in a private time of reflection or visit with family and friends.
Dining – Three delicious and nutritious meals are prepared each day and are served in a family-style setting. Fellowship Home provides a dining experience that residents will look forward to. Specialized diets are available.
Beauty and Barber Shop – The in-house beauty and barber shop is open four days a week, and residents may receive services as often as they wish.*
Library – The library features titles from every genre. Comfortable seating, a cozy atmosphere, and large-print books make the library the perfect spot to relax and read.
Wi-Fi – Complementary Wi-Fi is available throughout the community.
Theater Room – Enjoy big-screen sights and sounds in our state-of-the-art theater room. Whether it’s a movie night, a virtual bowling tournament, or watching the big game—the theater room brings any event to life.
Housekeeping – Daily services include washcloth and towel replacement and general housekeeping. Scheduled services include laundry, fresh bed linens, and deep cleaning.
Transportation – Courtesy transportation is scheduled weekly for shopping trips, eating out, banking, and other outside activities. Custom transportation services are available, as well.*
Worship Center – Weekly church services in our chapel are a source of enrichment to our residents.
Fitness & Wellness Program – Our activities coordinators create exercise and wellness programs designed to strengthen both body and mind.
Examples of activities include:
- Dining club
- Field trips to cultural events
- Shopping trips
- Ranger rides around Brookside Farm and along the scenic Little River
- Fishing off the dock at Allison Pond
- Raised gardening beds
- Walking paths
*Additional charges may apply
- Exercise classes
- Bingo
- Singing groups
- Devotionals
- Movie nights
- Parties
Willow Wood Assisted Living
The Willow Wood community is designed for those seeking an autonomous and secure way of life. Willow Wood offers basic personal care services in an amenity-rich environment. Each residence is private, and there are a variety of floor plans to choose from. All residences include a private bathroom, kitchenette, independent thermostat, and spacious closet. Willow Wood features several unique amenities, so be sure to ask for more details.
Each residence features:
- Wall-to-wall carpet
- Living area
- Ample closet space
- Mini kitchenette cabinets with bar sink
- 24-hour emergency call system
- Cable, phone, and data jacks
- Fire suppression system
Each bathroom features:
- Porcelain tile flooring
- Built-in heater
- Curbless shower
- Shower seat and safety bar
- Emergency call system
- Toilet
- Vanity
- Built-in security cabinet
Laurel Oaks Enhanced Assisted Living
The Laurel Oaks community is ideal for residents who require enhanced care. The focus of Laurel Oaks is to provide supportive features that maximize safety, comfort, and provision of care while promoting health and well-being. Private and semi-private residences are available.
Each residence features:
- Built-in closet and drawer space
- Living area
- Ample closet space
- Cable and phone jacks
- Fire suppression system
- 24-hour emergency call system
- Private toilet with safety bars
- Vanity with sink
- Senior friendly shower accommodations
The Elms Memory Care
The Elms Memory Care community is designed to meet the special needs of seniors in all stages of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Secured entry and exits, ample indoor and outdoor space for walking and exercise, daily activities, and a trained memory care staff are some of the features available in this community. Private and semi-private residences are available.
Each residence features:
- Built-in closet and drawer space
- Living area
- Ample closet space
- Cable and phone jacks
- Fire suppression system
- Toilet with safety bars
- Vanity with sink
Premium residence also feature:
- Larger living areas
- Individual temperature control
- Fully equipped private bathroom
- 24-hour emergency call system
Care and Services That Are Important To You
Direct Care Team– Fellowship Home employs registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), certified medication aides (CMAs), certified nursing assistants (CNAs), and personal care aides (PCAs). All team members are specially trained to provide residents with expert care. Direct care staff is available 24-hours a day to assist with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, eating, and transportation.
ALC License– Fellowship Home holds an assisted living community (ALC) license that allows the care and services provided to each resident to be expanded as the resident’s needs increase. This license affords many senior adults the opportunity to age in place at Fellowship Home and decreases the likelihood of relocation to a skilled nursing facility.
Medication Management– RNs, LPNs, and CMAs are available to supervise, assist, and/or administer medications to residents. This service provides residents and their family members with assurance that medication dosages will be accurately administered.
Nurse Call System– Apartments in Willow Wood and Laurel Oaks are equipped with an electronic call system that allows residents to receive prompt assistance at the push of a button.
Memory Care Accommodations—Fellowship Home offers a dedicated living area designed to maximize safety and independence of residents requiring memory care services.
Physical Therapy/Home Health Services—Fellowship Home coordinates with physical therapists and nurses from home health agencies to provide specialized services to residents who require skilled care.
Scheduling and Transportation—Medical appointments can be scheduled by members of the Fellowship Home care team, and physicians’ orders can be provided to nursing staff by doctors’ offices.
Contact
Fellowship Home at Brookside
470 Fellowship Home Lane
Valdosta, Georgia 31602
Phone: (229) 244-9200
E-mail: info@fellowshiphome.net
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in my monthly charge?
The base rate includes three meals per day, morning and afternoon snacks, scheduled recreational and social activities, daily living assistance (dressing, bathing, grooming, etc.), management of medications, personal laundry service, daily housekeeping, assistance with coordinating medical appointments and transportation, and 24-hour access to our friendly staff.
How often can family and friends visit?
Family and friends may visit as often as they’d like. Due to COVID-19, additional measures are being taken to ensure public health guidelines are followed.
Am I able to receive physical therapy and/or home health services at Fellowship Home?
Yes, Fellowship Home coordinates with physical therapists and nurses from home health agencies to provide specialized services to residents who require skilled care.
Can residents come and go as they please?
Yes. Residents who are able may leave the community, and those requiring assistance can request transportation to where they’d like to go. Residents have the same rights living at Fellowship Home as they do in their own home.
Does Fellowship Home offer short-term living arrangements?
Yes. We offer short-term accommodations for individuals who need respite care to regain strength or recover from surgery. Short-term arrangements also work well for those who would like to try assisted living prior to committing to making a change and for those individuals needing care while a caregiver is away. Special short-term rates will be applied to stays of less than 30 days.
Can I bring my own furniture?
We encourage our residents to bring their furniture to make the experience as home-like as possible. Depending on availability, furniture options can be explored at special rates by request.
Why should I choose Fellowship Home?
The convenient, active, safe lifestyle experienced by residents of Fellowship Home gives them and their family members peace of mind. Residents find that their quality of life increases immensely compared to living alone.