The Oaks Independent Living sits close to downtown and main streets, so you'll find bus lines, a train station, hospitals, and all kinds of city comforts nearby, and when you enter the three-story building, you notice the grounds are peaceful, with a lake and a pretty pond for walking, and there's a pet-friendly policy if your companion animal is coming along, which a lot of folks appreciate. The community lets residents choose between independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and even in-home care, which is handy if care needs change, because The Oaks is a Continuing Care Retirement Community, so people can stay as long as they want and get more help as they need it, without having to move somewhere new. The rooms come in studios, one-bedrooms, two-bedrooms, and even some private suites with fireplaces, private patios, and garden views, many with washer and dryer, cable or satellite TV, high-speed WiFi, and private bathrooms, and you can find semi-private rooms if you're looking to share, too; plus most apartments include all utilities except phone and WiFi, and there's on-site maintenance and staff to help out, day or night.
There are walking paths, bocce ball courts, fitness centers with state-of-the-art gear, personal trainers, and heated pools with exercise classes, so there's plenty to do to stay fit, and on top of that folks enjoy kayaking, golf, swimming, or just watching the water fountain from a bench near the landscaped courtyard. Meals are served in a big community dining room, with an American restaurant and even a cozy café-some folks take their meals in private dining rooms if family visits, and the food in the main dining area comes with options for special diets and allergies, and it's made by trained chefs with nutrition in mind, so most folks find something they like. Residents get housekeeping, laundry services, and meal plans-most come with meal service, but you can also cook in your full kitchen if you like, since most apartments have that sort of set-up. There's an on-site pharmacy, and for extra help, nurses and caregivers handle medication, bathing, transfers, and emergency alerts, with 24-hour supervision for those who need it, and full-time nurse coverage and nursing staff around the clock, and for memory care and skilled nursing, the setting is secure with both security staff and systems always in place.
The place holds daily and weekly activities-games, arts and crafts in the arts room, movie nights, library visits, music programs, social clubs, gardening, spiritual services in the chapel, and even organized outings to local spots-and an activities director makes sure there's always something to do for people who want to be involved. There's a beauty and barber salon, spa services, and a concierge, too. The transportation service takes folks to doctor visits and activities off campus, so people without cars can get around, and the grounds are wheelchair accessible and set up for safety. The campus has detached cottages as well as apartment-style housing, with some guest suites for visitors. The staff looks after residents with things like help with dressing, eating, and keeping up with hobbies, and people can go to the Wellness Room or Center for Wellness if they feel like exercising or joining a health class.
Water activities, waterfront views, and therapy options like occupational or water-based therapy are available, especially for people who've had recent stays in hospitals or just need some extra support after an illness or surgery. The Oaks is an age-55-plus, pet-friendly, handicap-accessible environment that lets you downsize without giving up comfort. There's 24/7 campus security, staff always on hand, emergency alert systems everywhere, and storage and parking for residents. Residents enjoy a social atmosphere with plenty of engagement and support for both active, healthy living and reliable care when needed, making The Oaks a place where people can stay independent, safe, and connected to others.
