Diversicare of Oak Ridge sits at 100 Elmhurst Drive in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and goes by its own unique names for services and areas within the building, which some people find interesting if they're wanting to know exactly what they're getting. The facility stays open 24 hours every day, with trained caregivers and a comprehensive care team always available, so folks don't have to worry about being alone any day of the week. Connected with Briarcliff Health Care Center, Diversicare of Oak Ridge covers a lot of ground with options like a Transitional Care Center, home care services, assisted living, memory care, hospice care, long-term care, complex medical care, short stay rehabilitation, and independent living, and for seniors who need a live-in helper, there's residential care homes too. The staff work hard to support comfort and well-being, and there's always Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training and ongoing support, so caregivers know what they're doing, and people who live here have help when and where they need it.
With amenities set up for comfort, they've paid attention to making rooms and shared spaces easy to use, and there are carefully planned common areas made for social, physical, mental, and emotional activities, since keeping busy helps most people feel more at home. Nutritious meals get planned and cooked by chefs and meal planners, so no one goes hungry or has to worry about meal prep if they don't want to. Awards for activities and friendliness hang on the walls, and many visitors say the culture here feels warm, with helpful and joyful staff always on hand if someone has a question or needs a hand. While the facility holds an overall rating of 2.5 from 19 reviews, and not everyone always agrees on care, there's plenty of detailed information available about the place and the choices they offer, and the team shares advice on family caregiving and long-term planning for those who ask. The website, diversicareofoakridge.com, has more in-depth details, and anyone curious about the special programs, names, or care options can find updates there whenever needed.
