
Brookdale Kettering
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Dayton, OH
Brookdale Kettering
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Dayton, OH
Brookdale Kettering is an esteemed senior living community nestled in the serene neighborhood of Walden Way, Dayton, OH, offering assisted living, independent living, and its signature Brookdale HealthPlus. The community promises a relaxing and safe residence with a wide range of pet-friendly floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Rekindle your passion and live your independence wholeheartedly with a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals supporting you every step of the way.
With several recognitions on its belt including the Argentum Awards Best of the Best and US News and World Report Best Independent Living in 2024, Brookdale Kettering commits to providing the highest quality of care and assistance. Chat with friends over healthy and delicious meals served to satisfy the seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. With its beautiful landscapes filled with serene courtyards and gardens, Brookdale Kettering provides leisure and wellness with its fabulous amenities including a game room, a theater, meeting rooms, a library, an arts and crafts studio, billiards, a beauty and barbershop, and a piano.
55-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
38 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 43 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyMontgomery
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Policies
Pets Allowed
Smoking Allowed
Designated smoking area NOT available
Alcohol Allowed
Honor DO NOT Resuscitate
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Conni Daniel, Executive Director
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Email
[email protected]
Fax(937) 427-1536
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Housekeeping
Laundry Services
On-Site Salon
Library
Scheduled Transportation
Wi-Fi Access
Basic Utilities Included
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care, Living Spaces, Pets, Health and Safety, Signature Programs
Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT
Food DescriptionChef-inspired meals crafted with care and made for you.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 288 / 640 - 928 / 928 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Brookdale Kettering
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Inspection History
In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Ohio state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Overall vs. OH average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Ohio average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Total citations (50% below)
Latest Inspection
July 24, 2025
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | OH Average | vs. OH Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total citations
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (1 vs. OH avg 2).↓ 50% better |
Resident satisfaction survey results
Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.
Average score
77 / 100
Ohio average: 86 / 100
2022 – 2023 Period
Care and services
84 / 100
Ohio average: 89 / 100
Environment
85 / 100
Ohio average: 95 / 100
Moving in
63 / 100
Ohio average: 82 / 100
Facility culture
76 / 100
Ohio average: 86 / 100
Caregivers
82 / 100
Ohio average: 89 / 100
Spending time
73 / 100
Ohio average: 80 / 100
Meals and dining
77 / 100
Ohio average: 81 / 100
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Have you gotten or are you getting physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech therapy, while living at this care facility?
This facility45/100
Ohio average46/100
Did (Does) the therapy help you meet your goals?
This facility67/100
Ohio average88/100
Did (Do) you know who to speak to about your therapy progress?
This facility78/100
Ohio average85/100
Did (Do) the therapists help you set goals?
This facility90/100
Ohio average89/100
Can you decide how to spend your day?
This facility100/100
Ohio average94/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Are your personal items safe here?
This facility57/100
Ohio average92/100
Can you enjoy the outdoors if you want to?
This facility75/100
Ohio average91/100
Can you find a place to be alone if you want to be alone?
This facility90/100
Ohio average96/100
Do you feel you have enough privacy?
This facility90/100
Ohio average95/100
Is it easy for you to get around in your room (or apartment)?
This facility90/100
Ohio average96/100
Is it very clean here?
This facility90/100
Ohio average96/100
Are you able to get around the building if you want to?
This facility90/100
Ohio average95/100
Do you feel safe here?
This facility95/100
Ohio average98/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Did you receive a thorough orientation to BROOKDALE KETTERING?
This facility46/100
Ohio average70/100
Were you given enough information to learn how things work here?
This facility60/100
Ohio average82/100
Did you feel warmly welcomed as a new resident?
This facility80/100
Ohio average93/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Would you highly recommend BROOKDALE KETTERING to someone who needs this type of care?
This facility61/100
Ohio average89/100
Are you friends with anyone who lives here?
This facility62/100
Ohio average81/100
Do the people who work here tell you when rules, policies, and procedures change?
This facility63/100
Ohio average78/100
Are you as involved in decisions about your care as you want to be?
This facility68/100
Ohio average85/100
Are you encouraged to speak up about things you don’t like here?
This facility75/100
Ohio average81/100
Are your concerns taken care of in a timely way?
This facility76/100
Ohio average86/100
Do the people who work here seem happy to work here?
This facility79/100
Ohio average92/100
Overall, are you satisfied with the care you receive here?
This facility80/100
Ohio average94/100
Do the people who work here go above and beyond to give you a good life?
This facility89/100
Ohio average87/100
Do the people who work here help you with technology, if needed?
This facility89/100
Ohio average89/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Do the same people take care of you most of the time?
This facility65/100
Ohio average84/100
Do you feel confident the people who work here would come quickly anytime you needed help?
This facility67/100
Ohio average85/100
Do the people who care for you explain your care and services to you?
This facility76/100
Ohio average85/100
Do you have opportunities to maintain your health and wellness, if you want?
This facility80/100
Ohio average92/100
Are the people who work here knowledgeable about your medical conditions and treatments?
This facility84/100
Ohio average90/100
Do the people who work here check on you often enough to see if you need anything?
This facility85/100
Ohio average81/100
Do the people who work here do things the way you want them done?
This facility86/100
Ohio average88/100
Do the people who work here ever get angry at you?
This facility86/100
Ohio average88/100
Do the people who work here support you to do as much for yourself as you are able to do?
This facility89/100
Ohio average96/100
Do the people who work here make sure you are comfortable when they provide care or services?
This facility95/100
Ohio average95/100
Do the people who work here do everything they can to protect you from getting sick?
This facility95/100
Ohio average94/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Are there enjoyable things to do on the weekends, if you want?
This facility47/100
Ohio average63/100
Do you have enough opportunities to go on outings and special events?
This facility62/100
Ohio average73/100
Are you as connected to the community as you want to be?
This facility65/100
Ohio average71/100
Do you have plenty of opportunities to do things that are meaningful to you?
This facility68/100
Ohio average83/100
Do you usually enjoy how you spend your time?
This facility76/100
Ohio average87/100
Do you have something to look forward to most days?
This facility76/100
Ohio average77/100
Do you feel included in life here?
This facility81/100
Ohio average89/100
Are you able to do the activities offered here, if you want?
This facility85/100
Ohio average93/100
Do you like the activities here?
This facility89/100
Ohio average83/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Do you have input on the food that is served?
This facility60/100
Ohio average68/100
Does the menu change often enough?
This facility71/100
Ohio average77/100
Do you like the food here?
This facility75/100
Ohio average81/100
Do you look forward to mealtimes?
This facility76/100
Ohio average80/100
Do you get enough fresh food options here?
This facility81/100
Ohio average81/100
Do you get enough to eat here?
This facility100/100
Ohio average95/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
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Assisted Living in Ohio
Brookdale Kettering is located in Dayton, Ohio.
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10.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dayton's city center to Brookdale Kettering's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.57 miles to nearest hospital (Miami Valley Hospital South Campus)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Kettering
What neighborhood is Brookdale Kettering in?
Brookdale Kettering is in the Kettering neighborhood of Dayton.
Is Brookdale Kettering in a walkable area?
Brookdale Kettering has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the best email address for Brookdale Kettering?
The team at Brookdale Kettering can be reached at [email protected].
How many beds does Brookdale Kettering have?
Brookdale Kettering has 55 beds.
Has Brookdale Kettering had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Brookdale Kettering has had 1 recently reported deficiency.
Are there photos of Brookdale Kettering?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Brookdale Kettering in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Brookdale Kettering?
(937) 427-0060 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale Kettering.
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