Oxford Villa Active Senior Apartments in Wichita, Kansas, offers independent living for seniors who want an active and social lifestyle without having to worry about home maintenance or yard work, and this community lets residents choose the services they want, which means folks can keep their independence but also enjoy some help if needed. The apartments come in several sizes and styles, with features like granite countertops, big walk-in closets, full kitchens with regular-sized appliances, and scenic views of ponds, wildlife, and sometimes even horses nearby, and the apartments have safety features like smoke alarms, sprinklers, and fireproof doors. There's a secure entry with main doors that lock every night from dusk to dawn, plus key fob access for side and courtyard doors, and the building includes a storm shelter right in the dining room with cement walls and metal doors. The grounds are well-kept, with miles of paved walking paths, pet clean-up stations, benches, scenic ponds, landscaped courtyards, barbecue grills, fire pits, a playground for grandkids, and plenty of comfy seating where residents and their guests can relax.
Residents have a structured schedule of activities, both onsite and offsite, like educational programs, social gatherings, religious services, and regular outings to places like senior centers, and family and friends can join in for meals and events. Meals offer choices, including a daily free breakfast and vegetarian options, and folks can get room service-style dinners brought right to their doors on weekdays at no extra charge, and you can eat in the dining room or out in the courtyard with friends, if you want company. The staff includes an executive director, marketing and life engagement directors, 24/7 concierges, housekeepers, a server, an on-site maintenance team, and a transportation coordinator, and staff walk the halls to help residents, listen to concerns, or just check in, and they've got an open-door policy for easy communication.
Oxford Villa is pet-friendly, allowing up to two small pets per resident, and they offer things like vaccination clinics for flu and Covid, so it's easy to stay healthy. The transportation service is free within Wichita city limits three times a week, letting residents stay connected to the city without worrying about driving. The focus is on creating a friendly and lively culture, with privacy respected but plenty of chances to meet others, chat, or join a group game or movie night if that's what someone wants, and the staff are known for genuinely caring about how folks are doing, with updates often posted on their Facebook page for families. The place is secure and set up for folks to age in place, whether staying long-term or needing a short-term or respite stay, and the fee structure is clear, with choices for 12-month or month-to-month leases and a one-time community fee that depends on apartment size. Oxford Villa Active Senior Apartments is managed by Oxford Villa Senior Living and aims to create a warm, supportive home for Wichita seniors who want to stay active, enjoy their own space, and feel part of a real community.
