About Brookside Senior Living
Experience the Family-Owned Difference at Brookside Senior Living
Brookside Senior Living is a family-owned senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional care for seniors in Brookville, PA. Established in 1997, Brookside has been a trusted haven for older adults, offering both Independent Living and Personal Care options. Our beautiful community, nestled in the heart of Jefferson County, is designed to promote independence, comfort, and a strong sense of community.
Why Brookside?
Choosing Brookside Senior Living means choosing a community where personalized care and genuine connections thrive. Unlike larger, corporate-owned facilities, Brookside’s family-owned and operated approach ensures that every resident receives the attention and respect they deserve. Our smaller size allows us to offer a more intimate, homelike atmosphere where residents are known by name and treated like family. This personalized touch, combined with our experienced and compassionate staff, creates a supportive environment that enhances the quality of life for our residents.
Brookside Senior Living stands out with its seamless blend of independent living and personal care options, catering to a wide range of needs. Our Independent Living Patio Homes provide a maintenance-free lifestyle for self-sufficient seniors, while our Personal Care community offers comprehensive support for those requiring assistance with daily tasks. With a rich array of amenities and activities designed to foster engagement and well-being, residents can enjoy a relaxed lifestyle. Trust Brookside to provide peace of mind, knowing your loved ones are cared for in a community that values family, independence, and quality care above all.
History
Brookside Senior Care was established in 1997 by Noel and Lynn Walls, and Steve and Kristen Mazzaferro, who shared a vision of providing care for older adults in a homelike setting with a family atmosphere. Today, Brookside is still family-owned and operated by the Mazzaferros, which gives families and residents peace of mind knowing that the owners work closely with the Brookside staff to ensure that quality care is being provided.
When Brookside Personal Care Residence initially opened in 1997, the 20-room residence was licensed as a personal care home by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. Since then, many additions, renovations and updates have enhanced our services and our campus, including the expansion of the residence to accommodate 50 residents and the addition of eight maintenance-free patio homes for seniors who desire to live independently. Fortunately, despite our growth, Brookside maintains its gracious family atmosphere, values, and closeness.
Kristen & Steve Mazzaferro
Kristen Mazzaferro is a graduate of DuBois Area High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in 1992 from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. A licensed RN since 1992, Ms. Mazzaferro has experience in behavioral health, home health, and geriatric nursing. She is a Certified Personal Care Home Administrator.
Her husband, Steven Mazzaferro is a graduate of St. Mary’s Area High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in 1985 and a Master’s in Counseling in 1995, both from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He has nearly two decades of experience in behavioral health in community and hospital settings. The Mazzaferros have owned and operated Brookside since 1997, and have known and cared for every resident who has resided at the facility since it opened. They live in Reynoldsville with their two children and pets.
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Non-Discrimination Policy
Brookside Senior Living complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sex or any other legally protected characteristic in employment and service practices.
