The Lakes

The Lakes sits near Lake Hefner, so the area feels calm and quiet, and there's Lakeside Living where seniors stay close to nature. The place has different kinds of care for older people, including assisted living, independent living, long-term care, and memory care for those with dementia or Alzheimer's. The Lakes Care Center has rooms that can be private or shared depending on what a person needs, and they secure the area with locks to prevent residents from wandering off if that's a concern. Residents with memory loss can join Alzheimer's special activities and programs, and the caregivers stay on-site around the clock. Nurses, therapists, and physicians check on the residents often, handling daily care like bathing, dressing, help with showering, and making sure special diets for things like high blood pressure or diabetes get followed. They've got transportation for doctor visits, church, shopping, and outings, while things like physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy happen with licensed therapists. The Lakes offers a wide range of activities, including music therapy, pet therapy, movie watching, tabletop games, and creative programs, and there's a book room, fitness space, spa, hairdresser, garden areas, and community spaces for group night events or just relaxing. The memory care unit stays locked and supervised, and caregivers pay close attention to any changes in health or behavior. Rates for memory care begin at about $4,500 per month, and prices depend on the room and the care someone needs. Oversight comes from the Oklahoma Department of Social Services for memory care licensing, so standards get followed. You can set up a scheduled tour or even take a virtual walkthrough if coming in isn't easy. The staff includes nurses, CNAs, a Director of Nursing, and an administrator who watches over everything, and consultant care means a pharmacy and diet expert look at patient needs too, so everyone tries to stay as healthy as possible in a comfortable community.