Oak Park Place Nakoma sits in the historic Nakoma neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin, and is a Continuing Care Retirement Community where seniors can find many options as their needs change, so you see assisted living, memory care in Autumn Lane, independent living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services all in one campus, which makes it a practical place for folks who want to stay put through different stages of care. As of June 2025, the certified beds number 33, and 16 of them are available, so there's space for new residents. English language support for caregivers is in place. The Grove is the assisted living community while Autumn Lane takes care of people with memory issues like Alzheimer's or dementia, using programs built on strong practices and staff trained for those needs, so you get person-centered care that looks at each resident's history and strengths. The floors offer different unit types, like Thoreau Studio, Dane 1 Bed, and Nakoma 2 Bed apartments, and all rooms come furnished with telephones and have high-speed Wi-Fi, phone, cable, and internet ready. Buildings and rooms are handicap accessible, and there are both private and shared spaces called by local landmark names, such as Memorial Library, Orpheum Theater, and the Rathskeller Cafe, which makes it feel more connected with the neighborhood. Amenities on campus include a cozy library, a charming café, lounges, activity and gathering rooms, game rooms, and lush garden areas for walking or relaxing, plus structured activities like movie nights, walking paths, scheduled trips, pet therapy, and group programs to keep both the mind and body active.
Residents can choose independent living if they're active and want the ease of maintenance-free life, but support is available if mobility or other needs arise, including help with bathing, dressing, medication, and transfers, with certified staff around the clock and a 24-hour call system for peace of mind. The skilled nursing and rehabilitation team is in-house, offering both in-patient and out-patient therapy, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and their care team is always available to help with everyday issues or medical needs. Dining is served restaurant-style with an eye on good nutrition and tastes, often with locally sourced, fresh ingredients and menus that adjust to health needs or special diets, and for an extra charge, salon services are available right on site. For folks with Alzheimer's or dementia, the campus is built with safety in mind to help prevent wandering and reduce confusion, with staff specially trained to support both residents and families, and there's even a program called Memory Keepers to help families cope with memory loss. Regular housekeeping, daily bedmaking, maintenance, and scheduled transportation are included, so it's pretty easy for residents to get to appointments or visit the city's shops, restaurants, or parks nearby. All care types, including skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care, have personalized plans made by the care team and family to respect resident wishes and needs, and staff work closely with family to create what they call a deep dive lifestyle profile, aiming for a setting where community and individual choices are honored. Social, educational, and entertainment activities happen regularly, organized by dedicated activity staff, to keep everyone involved and feeling at home. The setting is friendly and peaceful, in a suburban part of Madison, and you see a family-like environment where both the staff and the programs focus on keeping life rewarding, supportive, and as independent as possible for every person who lives there.
