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Oakwood Senior Living

3.8

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232 E Churchwell Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917

Assisted living facility

Contact

(865) 540-6243

Hours

8 AM to 8 PM (Mon-Sun)

About This Community

Oakwood Senior Living in North Knoxville combines historic charm with comprehensive assisted living and memory care services. Housed in a 1914 building with elegant architectural details, it provides 63 apartments including private and shared suites. The community supports residents with nursing oversight, medication management, and wellness programs designed to engage mind and body. Social spaces like a grand living room, library, and craft room foster connection, while fine dining with special dietary options adds comfort. Conveniently located near cultural attractions and medical centers, Oakwood balances accessibility with a rich lifestyle. Families appreciate the attentive staff and all-inclusive pricing that helps manage care costs.

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Living Environment

Cleanliness & Maintenance: Mixed reports with some reviews noting trash and unclean bathrooms, while others do not mention issues. Some families express concern about overall hygiene and odor in the building.

Atmosphere & Community Feel: The community offers multiple social spaces such as a grand living room, library, and craft room, encouraging resident interaction. Several reviews mention residents making friends and enjoying activities.

Safety & Security: An emergency alert system and nursing oversight contribute to resident safety. However, some reviews raise concerns about staff attentiveness during weekends and management handling of resident needs.

Family Experience

Families report varied experiences; some appreciate the caring staff and feel confident in the communication and safety of their loved ones. Others express frustration with management's responsiveness and occasional staffing shortages, especially on weekends. Visitors note the community's social environment but caution vigilance regarding care quality.

Care Approach

Oakwood Senior Living emphasizes assisted living and memory care with nursing and medical oversight, including therapy and medication management. The staff aims to provide personalized care plans, though reviews suggest inconsistencies in care delivery, particularly on weekends. Wellness programs and social engagement are part of the care philosophy.

Value Consideration

Pricing ranges from $3,325 to $3,460 monthly, below the Knoxville area average, offering an all-inclusive rate that covers meals, activities, and care services. While some families find this good value for the amenities and care, others feel the cost does not match the quality of food and cleanliness reported in reviews.

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Care Offered

Nursing Home Services:

24-hour skilled nursing care, medication management

Physical Therapy:

Rehabilitation programs for recovery and mobility improvement

Senior Services:

Long-term residential care, social activities

Hours of Operation

Monday

8 AM to 8 PM

Tuesday

8 AM to 8 PM

Wednesday

8 AM to 8 PM

Thursday

8 AM to 8 PM

Friday

8 AM to 8 PM

Saturday

8 AM to 8 PM

Sunday

8 AM to 8 PM

Community Amenities

Care services

Neighborhood Insights

Located in North Knoxville's Oakwood neighborhood, the community sits in a historic area with easy access to medical facilities like East Tennessee Children's Hospital and FMC North Knoxville. The neighborhood offers cultural venues such as the Tennessee Theater and Knoxville Museum of Art, enriching residents' lifestyle with nearby entertainment and dining options.