Oasis At Dodge Park

  • 101 Randolph Road, Worcester, MA 01606
  • (877) 363-4775
  • 4.9 ( 12 reviews )
  • Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, Adult Day Care, and Memory Care

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About This Community

The Oasis at Dodge Park will care for a total of 82 (after completion of phase II) residents with memory impairment (Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, in residential settings). First phase will accommodate a 50 residents. Phase II will accommodate 32 residents with the intention to increase capacity to 51.

The Oasis at Dodge Park provides a unique environment and Dementia and Alzheimer’s care in Worcester. The Alzheimer’s Program at the Oasis is designed to promote independence within a comfortable and safe environment. The goal of the program is to help individuals maintain the optimum level of functioning and to maintain the highest quality of life possible.

Services that comprise the Oasis Memory Care Lifestyle Option are:
  • A neighborhood that provides a safe, pleasant, comfortable setting
  • Enclosed indoor and outdoor courtyards
  • Specially designed memory programs
  • Activities that encourage activity and engagement
  • Specially trained 24-hour staffing
  • Best direct care ratio in the industry
  • Three meals per day
  • Full housekeeping services
  • Laundering of linens and personal laundry
  • Complete medication management
  • Regular safety checks
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Unlimited personal care
  • Mealtime monitoring and staffing, assist with feeding if needed
  • Escorts for meals and services
  • Designated program coordinators
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Reviews

4.9 ( 12 Reviews )
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Cathy F
November 10, 2021
The owners and staff of Oasis are absolutely the most kind and caring individuals that I have ever encountered in the industry! I didn’t think we would find a place that met our families expectations, but Oasis goes above and beyond! Mom is so happy in her new home surrounded by a staff that treats her like family! We are so grateful and the peace of mind we have found at Oasis is priceless!
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Alessandra S.
April 06, 2021
I am grateful to the Oasis for the thoughtful care of both my parents. My mother has atypical Parkinson's and requires a high degree of physical assistance. The staff have been very accommodating, such as finding her online programming in Italian, a prayer partner, etc. and I find her looking well and cared for. The owners, Ben and Micha, have gone out of their way in the care of my father, who is very fussy about food, and just about everything else, even to the point of ordering special Italian food just for him. They treat my parents with special regard for their specific needs, and are very accommodating of my requests. Diana, the receptionist, has always been available, friendly, and helpful, especially in this time of covid, whenever I need assistance. The facility itself is beautiful, bright, and open; and is run very carefully, with a lot of attention on keeping the residents safe from Covid. On the whole, I have found the entire staff very kind and helpful, and am happy with my decision to place my parents here.
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wadegr
February 05, 2021
Finding and committing to a long term care facility for my parents was a difficult task. Both parents required 24 hour care. But, both parents had different needs. My father's mind was excellent but his body was failing. He was a Type 1 diabetic. My Mom suffered from dementia and anxiety. Her physical health was good. After researching and visiting dozens of facilities, I discovered Oasis at Dodge Park. When I first walked into Oasis at Dodge Park, I knew it was a special place. The building was impeccably clean inside and out. The resident were out of their rooms and participating in activities. All the staff (receptionist, administrators, CNA, nurses, facilities, food service) were friendly and engaging. The mood was calm. The owners, Micha and Ben, were open and accessible. Oasis at Dodge Park accommodated both my parents with outstanding and compassionate care. Mom and Dad shared a room, spent their days together in the library, dined together, and attended Shabbat services on Friday nights. My children and I were able to spend quality time visiting with Mom and Dad. We shared private meals, celebrated their birthdays, and joined them in activities. It was a special time of togetherness, after years of struggle with them physically apart. My parents mental and physical health needs were met with expert attention. Whenever there was a problem or concern with my parents’ health or behavior, I would hear immediately from the head nurse or the nurse on duty. JHC Hospice was brought to attend to both parents' end of life care. The hospice services were seamlessly integrated with Oasis at Dodge Park's model of care. I was particularly impressed by Oasis at Dodge Park's COVID-19 response. During an incredibly stressful and uncertain time, the leadership of Oasis at Dodge Park worked tirelessly to keep protect residents and staff from the virus. They communicated their policies clearly and in a timely fashion. When in person visitation was limited or prohibited, my family and I always had access to Mom by video. When Mom’s health suddenly declined, my daughter, wife, and I were able to be with Mom at the end. Mom was moved to a private room immediately adjacent to a side entrance to the building. Prior to visiting with Mom, we were tested for the virus. We were given gowns, masks, and face shields. We completely understood and appreciated the safety and infection control measures. Reflecting back on the last three years of my parents' lives, I am certain that Oasis at Dodge Park was the right choice for my parents and our family.
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Melissa Smith
January 24, 2021
My mother has been at Dodge park for over 2 years. I can’t say enough of how amazing each and every staff member there are. The owners truly care for each resident as if it was their own family. I feel so relieved my mother has gotten the best care and love and support in such a difficult time in her life. I don’t know what I would have done if Dodge Park wasn’t offered to us.
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Eric Spinner
June 21, 2020
Great staff, lots of activities. Expensive but far superior to other facilities I have visited or my mother was a resident of.
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Mrs Mckenna
June 18, 2020
The staff at the Oasis is second to none....they care deeply for the seniors in their care. We are grateful for the precautions they have taken during this pandemic and feel our mother is being protected and getting wonderful care.
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Gayle Murphy
I am so impressed with everything and everyone at Oasis. The staff provide an exceptional level of loving care. We feel fortunate to have our Mom loving on such a wonderful community. The activities very much engage our Mom and the entire place is immaculate
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Dorothy
We visited Oasis at Dodge Park. My dad stayed there for a little while, but we didn’t like it there, so we took him home. It was very nice there as far as the looks and the food go, but there was a lot of staff turnover, and a lot of different stories. We asked them to call us if he was acting in a certain way, but when we got there, he’d been fighting with them, looking for us, and nobody had called us. The rooms were nice, but one of the problems was that somebody had come into his room twice and pooped all over his bed, and there was also poop on his chair. We thought that it was a nursing home, but we found out it was a rest home when we had him in there. They had a lot of outside activities which was nice. A lot of people would come in and sing, they would do exercises, and they had activities all the time. Inside the building there was a hairdresser that would come in and a dentist. The kitchen staff was wonderful. There were five of them. It’s $13,000 a month to stay there and just to get in there you have to pay $26,000 just to get a room -- first and last month's rent. So a month would cost $30,000.
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Jean670148
April 18, 2017
Oasis at Dodge Park is a very caring community. They provide excellent nursing care for my mother, even from the non-nursing personnel as well. I think my mother is in a very safe place. She's in an environment that encourages people to thrive and her needs are very well met. I think that people there go the extra mile and not only provide excellent care but provide compassion and love to the people. I am a nurse case manager and my mother is a nurse. There's certain aspect to it that's very important to us when we're deciding for the best place for my mother. We had to make the decision that we as a family can no longer provide that level of care that she needed in our home. The dining staff is very attentive to my mother's needs too. She has a very specialized diet. They want to make sure that the food is appropriate for her. I don't eat the food very often there but she is doing very well with the food. I think the food is very healthy and nutritious. We're pleased because she's eating the amount that she needs to have so that's good. I will give them 5 stars and I have absolutely no problem doing that. I have seen other facilities as a nurse and as a care provider. I think that what the facility offers for people is something more than you're going find in other places. The fact that the owners have provided a place that's not only beautiful but a place where people with memory loss can feel open, alive and can thrive in the environment. It's not a place for people to sit there and wait to die. It's a place where people can continue to live with vitality. The other thing that I love about this place is that the owner has gone so far as to incorporate programs like music therapy and arts therapy. Some people might look at that and say "Why would you spend the money on that, these people aren't going to remember it, right?"" But they do it because they understand that the clients are living in a moment. They celebrate that and all of the client's needs are being met there, not just physically and cognitively but also emotionally and spiritually. I can walk into this facility and feel that I'm part of this whole experience too. I really try to let other people know about it because there are standards that I have as a nurse when I walk into a place. But I'm not just a nurse when I walk in there, I'm a daughter. I need to know that when I leave, my mother is well cared for because I can't provide that care for her anymore. That's why the decision was so difficult for any daughter to make, to allow somebody to have the privilege to care for their mother who's worth it. My mom is worth everything so it made our choice easier because we knew that she's being cared for with love there. There comes a time for children when they have to make a difficult situation as to the best environment for a parent to be placed so that the right level of care can be provided. My family and I really feel that my mother is getting that care and that it's a great source of comfort to us because we don't have to worry about the care that she's receiving. She's getting more than what she needs. It's a place where she can thrive and that's what we wanted for her. We feel fortunate and blessed that we found this place for her. I hope more people will find out about them and be able to bring their parents there. It's been a great comfort for us.
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Marilyn32
October 24, 2014
Residents are well cared for, very clean, well fed, and there are many various activities for them to participate in. Caregivers are gentle, loving, and understanding of the residents’ needs.
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Rose29
October 02, 2014
24 hr care for mother. All employers give great respect and love for our mom. I cannot say enough good things about this facility.
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jk1
May 07, 2012
I've visited the place when we we're looking a place for my mom, though she still stays home at this time. The place is a good type for a faciliy, well-run, and nice type of people. Nursing staff and a medical director, were available 24-hours a day / 7-days a week. Definitely a place we'll be considering in the future.
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