A retirement community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.
At The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights explore an Independent Living, Assisted Living, Short-Term Stays, and Memory Care with a vibrant lifestyle designed just for you.
02/20/2026
What does real memory care actually look like — and could it be the greatest act of love you give someone? In this heartfelt episode, host Dawn Platt sits down with Danielle, a daughter navigating one of the most difficult decisions a family can face: whether to transition her 84-year-old father, a retired NYPD officer with Alzheimer's, into a memory care community.
Dawn pulls back the curtain on Discovery Senior Living's GLOW Memory Care Program — a comprehensive, science-backed approach that goes far beyond basic care. From personalized programming rooted in each resident's unique life story, to specialized dining techniques, music therapy, legacy preservation, and 24/7 family collaboration, GLOW is redefining what it means to truly support someone living with dementia. If you've ever wondered how to honor the person your loved one has always been while keeping them safe, engaged, and deeply connected, this episode is for you.
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02/16/2026
Wishing everyone a meaningful Presidents Day from The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights. As we reflect on the leaders who have guided our nation through triumph and challenge, we're reminded of the strength found in community, resilience, and shared purpose.
02/14/2026
Happy Valentine's Day from our family to yours! Today we celebrate love in all its forms—friendship, family, and the beautiful connections we make every day. ❤️💕
02/13/2026
When dementia enters a marriage, the relationship you've built together begins to shift in ways you never anticipated. You're still partners, but the dynamics are changing — and so are you.
For this second episode of our February series on Love, Loss, and Connection, we're bringing back an important conversation with host Dawn Platt as she explores what it means to care for a spouse living with dementia. She shares practical guidance on adapting to your evolving roles, maintaining your own well-being amid the demands of caregiving, and working through the challenges that arise along the way.
Whether you're newly navigating this journey or have been walking this path for a while, this conversation offers both insight and solidarity as we examine how dementia reshapes our closest relationships, and how those bonds endure.
Strong relationships and meaningful connections are essential to well-being at every age. From combating loneliness to balancing caregiving responsibilities while nurturing family bonds, our featured articles offer guidance for staying connected to the people who matter most. Discover helpful insights in our Senior Living Library: https://brooklynheightssl.com/senior-living-library
02/06/2026
What happens when a son who's been estranged from his mother for years gets a call from her bank manager saying something's wrong? In this powerful first episode of our new four-part series examining how dementia reshapes relationships, Host Dawn Platt sits down with Jonathan, a married father of two who never imagined he'd become his mother's caregiver. When dementia struck during COVID, Jonathan made the life-altering decision to move her from Connecticut into his home in Florida, despite their complicated past.
Falls don't have to be inevitable, and the solution is simpler than you think. In this powerful finale to our January Wellness Series, Host Dawn Platt welcomes back Dr. Brittany Tallhamer, a physical and occupational therapist who has witnessed firsthand how movement can transform lives at any age or stage of dementia. Brittany shares the shocking truth about what happens when we stop moving, reveals how one bedbound patient walked 30 feet after just one week of therapy, and breaks down the exact exercises that help keep memory care residents not just safer, but more engaged. Tune in to learn why we don't lose mobility because we age; we age faster because we stop moving.
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01/28/2026
We had a wonderful afternoon with art students from the Brooklyn Friends School. Together, we enjoyed engaging conversations, snacks, and even drew continuous line portraits of each other. We are excited to share our work in an upcoming exhibition here in our art gallery!
01/23/2026
Your brain has a built-in protection system called cognitive reserve, and the latest research shows you can strengthen it at any age. In this fourth episode of our January Wellness Series for Brain Health, Host Dawn Platt reveals how simple daily activities can build your brain's resilience against cognitive decline. From morning mental challenges to evening reflection practices, Dawn shares evidence-based strategies that go beyond generic "brain health" advice, offering practical routines you can start today.
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Centrally located in the heart of the prime neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights, at 21 Clark Street, The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights will be a new retirement community offering distinct luxury senior living options. A short distance from The Promenade, the community will have stunning views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline, The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights will be one of the city’s most desirable senior living residences.
Anticipated Amenity and Design Details – Although some design aspects are at a preliminary stage, we predict the following amenities:
CLUB LEVEL
Art Studio – Our art studio will provide a variety of art related programming as well as well studio space for our resident artists.
Vitality Fitness Center and Pool – Our vitality fitness center will feature senior friendly pneumatic equipment with access controlled programming. Chair exercise and other group fitness programs will be held here or when space requires, in the performing arts room. Water aerobics and aqua therapy as well as water walking and lap swimming will be offered in our warm water therapy pool.
Wellness Clinic – Blood pressure clinics, massage, acupuncture and other alternative therapies will be offered in our wellness clinic. Visiting specialists, such as podiatrists and other care providers, will meet with residents in private treatment rooms.
Indulge Beauty Salon – Our Indulge Salon will offer a full range of hair styling services as well as manicures, pedicures and skincare.
CELLAR LEVEL
Dining Venues – The W Room, the main dining venue, will serve two restaurant-style meals daily. The Mark, a more intimate space, will offer 3 restaurant styles meals per day.
Performing Arts and Watermark University Programming Space – Live concerts, theater and poetry are some of the cultural programs that will be offered in our performing arts space. In addition, Watermark University, our interactive educational program will host lectures and other programs specifically tailored to the interests of our residents.
LOBBY LEVEL
Gallery Café – Our lobby level dining venue will feature light meals, snacks and beverages throughout the day. Concierge services will be provided from a desk adjacent to the café to allow for prompt resident assistance.
The Library – Our library will offer residents the opportunity to surf the net on “cyber-stations”, browse the daily news or select reading material from a wide range of books and magazine.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Dining Room/Country Kitchen – Provided on each of the secured floors, the dining room will serve 3 meals per day. Food prep will be done in the main kitchen, transported to the pantry where it will be finished, plated and served to residents. Snacks and beverages as well as alternative meal choices will be available to residents on demand.
Family Living Room – A residential style living room will provide residents a comfortable environment to read, meet with family and engage in specialized programming.
Salon – A satellite salon on each MC floor will provide convenient access to hair styling and manicure services.
Activity Rooms – Multiple programming opportunities exist in activity rooms designed to provide interactive programming for small groups of residents. Larger group activities will be held in the Living Room and when necessary, the dining space.
