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Oaks on Parkwood

2651 Laurel Oaks Dr, Bessemer, AL 35022
9.2
Review Score
12 reviews

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Sanda - Child of resident/client
5.0
Beautiful facility that I would highly recommend based on my families experience with this Assisted Living facility.

The assisted living - high level of pleasurable experience, but the skilled nursing was not very high. The cleanliness with assisted living we were very satisfied with, but for skilled nursing it was more like mid level satisfaction. Assisted living staff were very friendly, but the staff for skilled nursing would get maybe 1/2. The quality of care for assisted living was high, and the nursing staff and business office staff was high. The meals for assisted living and skilled nursing were high and the activities were good for both. The value for cost was rather expensive on both... Read more

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About the facility Oaks on Parkwood

Oaks on Parkwood is a vibrant, involved senior living community situated on a 100-acre master-planned lot in a beautiful suburban neighborhood of Bessemer, Alabama. The community is just off Highway 150 near Birmingham’s I-459, making it easy to access everything Bessemer has to offer. Whether you enjoy shopping, hiking, or strolling historical attractions, Bessemer is a dynamic city with plenty for everyone to enjoy.

Dietician-approved restaurant-style meals and a full calendar of social, cultural, and educational activities fill residents’ days with fun, laughter, and nourishment. Residents have the option of spacious, one-story apartment homes or single-family, garden homes clustered around a glistening pond. Apartments come in a variety of floor plans and feature private patios, washers and dryers, and fully-equipped kitchens. Garden homes are all one level and come in a range of floor plans, boasting luxurious, comforting amenities. In the community’s common areas, you’ll find landscaped outdoor walking paths, a recreation and fitness center with a heated pool, a game room, an assembly hall, and much more.

In addition to Oaks on Parkwood’s well-maintained grounds and home-like living space, they employ a team of experienced, compassionate staff and caregivers to look after residents. The services they provide include both personal care...

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Assisted Living
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Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care
Memory Care
Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living
Independent Living
Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

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Amenities at Oaks on Parkwood

Health Care Services

Memory Care
Diabetic Care
Incontinence Care
Medication Management
Non-Ambulatory Care
Staffing & Ancillary Services

Meals & Dining

Guest Meals
Meals Provided
Restaurant Style Dining
Room Service

Room Amenities

Bath Tubs
Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
Full kitchen
Kitchenette
Ground Floor Units
Air Conditioned

Facility Amenities

Transportation & parking

Complimentary Transportation
Covered Parking
Resident Parking Available
Uncovered Parking

Pets

Dogs Allowed
Cats Allowed

Common areas

Private Bath
Outdoor Common Areas
Indoor Common Areas
Beauty Salon

Recreational areas

Swimming Pool
Arts and Crafts Center
Fitness Center
Game Room

Services

Housekeeping
Beautician
Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Memory care

Secured Community
Memory Care Only Community
Enclosed Courtyard
Indoor Walking Paths

Languages spoken

English

Activities

Devotional Activities On-Site
Devotional Activities Offsite
Visiting Chaplain or Priest
Protestant Services

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9.2

Review Score

Review Score

12 reviews

9.2

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A Place for Mom has scored Oaks on Parkwood with 9.2 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Oaks on Parkwood has 12 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.8 out of 5.

How we score communities
Cleanliness

4.7

Friendliness

4.8

Meals & Dining

4.6

Care Services

4.7

Activities

4.6

Staff

4.8

Value for Cost

4.5

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5.0
Sanda - Child of resident/client
Independent Living
October 11, 2024
Verified Review
Beautiful facility that I would highly recommend based on my families experience with this Assisted Living facility.

The assisted living - high level of pleasurable experience, but the skilled nursing was not very high. The cleanliness with assisted living we were very satisfied with, but for skilled nursing it was more like mid level satisfaction. Assisted living staff were very friendly, but the staff for skilled nursing would get maybe 1/2. The quality of care for assisted living was high, and the nursing staff and business office staff was high. The meals for assisted living and skilled nursing were high and the activities were good for both. The value for cost was rather expensive on both

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Child of resident/client
Assisted Living
July 30, 2024
Verified Review
Highly recommend

My dad passed away [date removed]. The staff at Oaks on Parkwood were all very compassionate and respectful. I had many friends who had loved ones here previously, that was the main reason we chose this facility initially. I highly recommend Oaks on Parkwood to others looking for care for their loved ones.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

4

Activities

No data collected

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


4.0
William - Child of resident/client
Memory Care
November 17, 2023
Verified Review
Recommended

My dad is currently a resident at Oaks on Parkwood and the experience at this facility has been very good for him so far. The staff are very helpful and friendly. Communication with the family is great. They keep us well informed on dad's condition and contact us immediately if there is an issue. I would recommend Oaks on Parkwood for both Memory Care and Skilled Nursing.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

4

Activities

5

Staff

4

Value for Cost

4


5.0
James - Child of resident/client
Assisted Living
November 15, 2023
Verified Review
No place like home

My dad is currently a resident at Oaks on Parkwood and overall it's been a very good experience for him at this facility so far. The staff has been responsive and helpful. The food must be pretty good since my dad appears to have gained a little bit of weight. I've known several friends who have had relatives at Oaks on Parkwood and I don't hesitate to recommend them to others.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

4

Activities

No data collected

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


5.0
AP - Child of resident/client
Assisted Living
March 20, 2023
Verified Review
Review for Oaks on Parkwood

They take periodic bus rides, snack trips, musicians in facility, and games. We picked this community, because it's a beautiful campus, clean facility, and was within proximity. Would have liked to have had weekly church services with mostly singing. The residents do have memory issues, and most not able to follow a message but music is a universal way to bring joy to their hearts and faces.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

4

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


5.0
David P - Toured community
Memory Care
November 28, 2022
Verified Review

I toured this community and it seemed to be a good place. Clean and friendly environment.


5.0
Gary - Child of resident/client
Assisted Living
September 21, 2022
Verified Review
A great place for mom

It's been a very positive experience for me. I think the staff are very knowledgeable in the areas they work in. They seem to be dedicated to their jobs and their residents. Some of their activities include going outside for dinners, water aerobics, and they also have bingo. I would absolutely recommend Oaks on Parkwood to others!

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

5

Activities

4

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


5.0
G.M. - Child of resident/client
Memory Care
June 24, 2022
Verified Review
Great staff - I have been very pleased with the care they provide!

I'm very satisfied with the care Oaks on Parkwood provides for my mom. Communication between myself and the community has been great. I always receive a phone call if there's an incident. They reach out very quickly after the situation with a very good explanation of what happened, and how we can work on prevention in the future. I'm always impressed that as soon as the accident happens, I'm alerted. They are also very responsive if I reach out to them first. I would absolutely recommend their community to others. I've known other people who have family members there, and I've encouraged others to do the same.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

No data collected

Care Services

5

Activities

4

Staff

5

Value for Cost

4


4.0
anonymous - Child of resident/client
Assisted Living
May 27, 2022
Verified Review
Happy with our choice

I really like that the facility is all on one level. The staff seem to keep a great eye on both of my parents. They are great with communication and keep my well informed. They were one of the most reasonably priced and the pricing is all inclusive. They are doing a great job with my parents and we are pleased. We have been very happy with our choice and would highly recommend them to other families.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

4

Meals & Dining

4

Care Services

5

Activities

No data collected

Staff

4

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Jeannette - Toured community
Assisted Living
August 10, 2021
Verified Review
my tour of Oaks on Parkwood

We toured this community and the tour was very good. They answered all of our questions and were very informative. They were very accommodating and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We did not feel rushed at all and they took their time with our family. I would recommend touring this community


5.0
Victoria M - Child of resident/client
Independent Living
February 23, 2021
Verified Review
Mom approved

We chose this facility because it was a better value for the money than a lot we looked into, the location, and it is a one level facility which we liked. They also have continued care so we would not have to move her from the facility, she would just transition from levels of care. Her apartment is absolutely adorable and she feels very confident and comfortable in there. Her front door of her apartment leads out to a porch area which is very nice. We have not had any issues at all and they have been very attentive. We are very pleased with them and mom is happy here. I highly recommend them.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

No data collected

Activities

5

Staff

No data collected

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Loved one - Toured community
Memory Care
March 8, 2016
Toured, very nice, but expensive

I toured this community while looking into care options for a loved one. This was a very nice looking place, it was well kept and clean, and all of the staff I met seemed friendly and professional. However, it was also one of the more expensive places we looked at, and out of the price range we were looking in. We ended up selecting another community, but this is somewhere I would have considered as an option for my loved one.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


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