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Brookdale Riverwalk

350 Calloway Dr

Bakersfield, CA 93312

376 beds • Est. 2006 (19 years)


FYI Safety Score

7.7 Fair

4 serious and 5 minor state citations across 57 state inspections, with 8 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in April 2026.

Safety data last updated July 2026

Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.


Why we like it

Brookdale Riverwalk is a 376-bed assisted living community in Bakersfield, the largest city in Kern County and a major hub of California's Central Valley. This is the single largest Brookdale community in California, operating at a scale that few assisted living communities anywhere can match.

Bakersfield offers a lower cost of living than coastal California while providing access to Kern Medical and Memorial Hospital.

  • CCRC campus — all care levels on one site

    Independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing share one campus. Residents who need more support later can transition without relocating to a different community.

  • Villa and apartment floor plans

    Unit options include studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, and villas — more floor plan variety than most assisted living facilities.

  • EMR-based provider coordination

    Resident care is tracked via electronic medical records, with updates shared to outside healthcare providers. Relevant if your loved one has existing specialists or a physician who rounds off-site.

  • Pets are welcome

    The community explicitly welcomes pets, confirmed on their assisted living page.

  • Average safety record

    4 serious and 5 minor citations across 57 state inspections, with 8 verified complaints. Ask what's changed and how past issues were corrected when you visit.

  • 376-bed scale

    At 376 beds, this is a large, corporate-operated community. Families seeking a smaller or more intimate environment should factor this in.

  • Tour requests are not self-scheduling

    Submitting a tour request online does not reserve your preferred date — a Brookdale advisor calls to confirm availability. Build in lead time when planning a visit.

  • CCRC pricing varies by unit type and care level

    The $4,245/month starting price is one entry point across a multi-level community. Studios, apartments, and villas are each priced differently — ask for a full rate card on your visit.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$4,245/mo
1 Bedroom$5,125/mo
2 Bedroom$5,890/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$7,810/mo
Studio$9,355/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

350 Calloway Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Dining
Activities Program
Beauty Salon
Library
Movie Theater
Garden
Swimming Pool
Pet Friendly
Wi-Fi

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Brookdale Riverwalk?
Brookdale Riverwalk has a FYI Safety Score of 7.7 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 9 state citations and 8 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 57 inspections.
How much does Brookdale Riverwalk cost?
Brookdale Riverwalk starts at $4,245 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Brookdale Riverwalk offer memory care?
Brookdale Riverwalk does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Brookdale Riverwalk accept Medi-Cal?
Brookdale Riverwalk is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Brookdale Riverwalk last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Brookdale Riverwalk was on 2026-04-24. The facility has received 57 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Brookdale Riverwalk have?
Brookdale Riverwalk has 9 state citations and 8 verified complaints since 2021 across 57 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 7.7 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Brookdale Riverwalk been in operation?
Brookdale Riverwalk has been licensed for 19 years in Bakersfield, California, with a licensed capacity of 376 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
157203395
Size
376 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
June 26, 2006 (19 years)
Licensee
Blc Glenwood-Gardens Al-Lh; Brookdale Living Comms
Administrator
Toomer, Jeffrey
Phone
(661) 587-0221
Address
350 Calloway Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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