Asher Point Independent Living of Tulsa

When you first move into a retirement home, in our case the Prairie Rose, you are a stranger. You are hesitant about what to expect, what the rules are both official and unofficial. At mealtimes, when everyone takes a seat, where do you sit? The staff helps with that but to be honest, it will take some time. It is a lot like moving into a new neighborhood except it is in a more confined environment where you associate with other residents daily. At the Prairie Rose we have found the staff and majority of residents go out of their way to make new people welcome, so much so it seemed a little overwhelming in the beginning. Be assured the “newbie feeling” will go away quickly. You will find, in a short period of time the staff become “friends” and the residents, for lack of a better phrase, a “kinship group.”

I can’t speak for other retirement homes, but I can for Prairie Rose. A few days ago, my wife was exercising by walking the hallways. She lost her balance and fell, hitting her head on an open door. Head wounds bleed profusely, add blood thinner medication and she was in a very serious situation. The Prairie Rose maintenance man who was nearby heard her fall and came to investigate. He immediately started working on stopping blood loss and continued to work until medics arrived. One of the home health service people, who have an office in Prairie Rose, was also in the area. She came to get me and called 911. Within a few minutes, the assistant manager and another home health care person were there helping. Because the Prairie Rose staff and home health care people knew how to handle the emergency, my wife will be coming home in a couple of days with a few stitches instead of facing a more serious life-threatening situation. I don’t have a magic wand which will tell you if other retirement homes have that type personnel. I can tell you; here at Prairie Rose, my family no longer has that worry.

For whatever reason, our bus driver was not here today. That didn’t stop our busy bee staff, using either personal or rental cars, our staff took residents to doctor appointments or wherever. You can’t find better employees than that – reminded me of my days in the military.

Those of us who live in the Prairie Rose retirement home spend a good part of everyday eating -- about six hours a day. Trip to the dining room, finding a table, getting something to drink, checking the menu, ordering, eating and then trip back to the apartment. It is apparent whoever designed the serving process knew a lot about food preparation and delivery. I am impressed with how the serving process works. Starting times are essential, everything else feeds from that. Meals are served in courses (like the French). First comes drinks, then appetizers, next is the main meal followed by dessert. They have two menus, one changes every day, the other is “always available.” I occasionally order from the changing menu but prefer the always menu for a couple of reasons. One, I have tried everything on the always menu and all are good. Second, after many years in the military, I understand that anything cooked specifically for me instead of for a group is going to be fresher, if not better. Regardless, whichever menu you choose from I think you will be satisfied. They also have a procedure where on even calendar days they start taking orders at one end of the room, odd days at the other end. Food is very good, if you leave hungry, it is your fault. My “Patience of Job” title is in reference to our management, kitchen and young wait staff. I am a people watcher and have yet to see the wait staff get frustrated or annoyed. Management constantly moving through the dining area keeping everything cool. Is everything perfect – no! Do meals get mixed up – yes! However, if something is wrong with your meal, they will quickly fix it or replace it. I am impressed!

Social Butterfly or Loner a Retirement Home can work for you I am a little bit of a loner, give me a computer with internet access, an e-reader, a quiet spot and I am happy. My wife on the other hand is a real social butterfly, she loves to mingle, play bingo and just do some old fashion socializing. I had some concern that there would be enough activity to keep her happy in a retirement home. That fear vanished quickly. If you like a lot of activity or just be by yourself, Prairie Rose has it – your choice. Bingo (3 times each week) Play cards Play Dominoes Vendors sit up in the lobby several times a month Musical performances weekly. Everything from solo musicians to country/western groups Church services and choirs Trips to stores, events and restaurants That is just scratching the surface. If activity is one of your concerns, at least in this retirement home it shouldn’t be.

In a waiting room at a local hospital, a decision was made that our brother (in surgery) needed a place to rehab. Within 15 minutes after googling for help, my phone rang... it was [name removed] from Prairie Rose and within the hour, we took our brother directly there from the hospital. A welcome sign was in place, a furnished room opened and it has been his new home since March!! The entire staff and residents have become our family... caring and sharing. We are grateful.

The building and amenities seem nice but the sales person was pushy and used scare tactics to try to get us to choose this place.

Cheapest but not sure about medical care (I.e making sure she gets her meds.

My grandparents just moved into this place about three months ago. The free WiFi they have advertised never works because it is not owned by the center. Its owned by a nursing company which moved out. So now there is no free Wifi which is false advertising. If you don't get to the dinning room in time there are limited places to sit. My grandfather complains about the meals and that it is mostly rice. Probably to cut costs. For $3,000.00 a month they should at least have the WiFi working.

Not at all friendly or welcoming. Big No!! on my list.

This place is ideally, located beautiful view of the river from west facing balconies. They only had kitchenettes which is a first for the Independent Living facilities I've visited, didn't like that, but the apartments were spacious, common areas nice and roomy, the landscaping pretty. Tho they have OnStar pendants for residence, no one employee's are present at night :(

My mom has been at Prairie Rose for approximately 5 years. Before I moved my mother there, I was in Property Management for 20 years. Every time I enter Prairie Rose, my property management hat goes on. I look for cleanliness, organization, personnel, maintenance, activities, etc. I have not been disappointed at all. My mother is very much loved at the Prairie Rose, they all seem to make an effort to get to know her and help her if she needs any assistance. It is a very nice group of people and a great place to call "home".

This is a good retirement community, and my mother is doing well since her move to this community. I do feel she is safe, and in good hands here. The staff is pleasant, and have been helpful when needed. They do a good job with the cleanliness around the community. Her room, and the facility look nice, and clean when I visit. The experience is going well for us in this community, and I would recommend it to my family, and friends.

We liked this community when we visited. The community was clean and the people we met were nice. I loved the rooms. This community, however could use a little updating.

When I toured Prairie Rose, I was under the impression that it was assisted living, but when I got there, I noticed that it was more independent living. They hire an outside company to provide care for the residents in need of assisted living. It was not what I was looking for.

I like this community for the great care that is being received. The staff is always helpful and attentive. The community is clean inside and out. The meals are very good and she is please with the variety. They do offer activities for those who can participate. We would recommend this community to their families for care and the great value.

Dad has been there a few weeks. It's very clean, looks like a hotel, and the staff is friendly and helpful. The residents seem happy. The food is pretty good. You have 4 options. They are pre-plated but they accommodated requests to change side items and brought out salsa for some residents who requested it. They provide transportation to doctors and take residents to Walmart. The other activities and trips look good. Dad is more interested in the pool table. It's great that you can contract with home health in the facility. So far so good!

I had a pretty decent tour of this community. The community appeared to be well maintained. From what I saw everything looked clean. The staff was friendly, and kind. It was a pretty decent experience, but my father in law did not get the feeling that this was the community for him.

I like living here at this community. It is a new community and they have everything. The price is very reasonable. I like cooking here in my new home. They offer activities each day for everyone. They have great dinners and senior trips to different places. I would highly recommend the community for anyone who needs care for a loved one with a good value.

Excellent!!! Independent Living only