Senior Living community - University Village Retirement Community

University Village Retirement Community

8555 South Lewis Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74137
(918) 299-2661
4.2 ( 8 reviews )
Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Nursing Homes

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About This Community

University Village of Tulsa is a retirement community that offers the full spectrum of senior living options, from memory care to assisted living, rehab and recovery programs. The surrounding Tulsa area also offers residents lots of cultural opportunities such as museums and theaters, ample shopping and plenty of parks.

Facilities and Amenities

University Village offers a number of housing options for both independent and assisted living residents. Residents can choose from duplex-like one or two-bedroom cottages or more traditional apartments. These accommodations have full kitchens, ample closet space, and all utilities included. There is a community dining room where residents may eat all three meals daily, if they choose. Weekly housekeeping (and all maintenance) is also included, and there is an emergency call system in each home.

There is also a skilled nursing center on-site for residents with round-the-clock care needs. Pets are welcome, and there are plenty of guest accommodations. University Village has an on-site community theater, postal services, a notary, and check-cashing services. There are exercise programs for residents, game rooms, a 'Coffee Corner', a non-denominational chapel, a library, hair salon, and room service when needed. In addition, there are a number of activities organized for residents daily and monthly.

Healthcare

University Village offers 24-hour staffing by licensed nursing personnel and an on-call physician. The community provides continuing levels of care, which change as residents’ needs change. Staff provide a number of on-site health services at the community health center.

In addition to long-term nursing care and short-term rehabilitation services, University Village also provides physical, occupational, speech and restorative therapy. There are also podiatry, vision and hearing services available.

The community provides transportation to local doctors' appointments. For other medical needs, there are several nearby hospitals and medical centers, including Hillcrest Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St. John Medical Center.

Health Programs

University Village provides multiple exercise programs for their residents as well as a massage therapist by appointment. The community’s Parkinson's Program provides an integrated, customized approach for each individual. Staff members lead targeted exercise programs, seminars on Parkinson's, medication management, specialized nutrition plans and more. For those suffering from illness, the community also offers a respite program. It is perfect for those who need recovery time after a hospital stay or need to get well after an illness.

Activities

University Village Tulsa hosts a comprehensive and diverse program of activities designed according to residents’ interests, backgrounds, and hobbies. The community organizes events like movie nights and local restaurant outings. Residents can also volunteer with local charities, play group games or attend on-site seminars. Activities change every month.

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4.2 ( 8 Reviews )

Peggy

My husband and I are both at University Village Retirement Community. I'm at the independent living while my husband is at the nursing home. It's clean, people are friendly, and the food is good. I like my cottage and it's well-kept. I'm in the cottage away from the big building, away from the nursing home section. The staff is very friendly and caring. They play bowling, bridge, and bingo. They have exercise classes and I'm sure there's more. I bring my food back to my cottage, but their dining room is very spacious and nice. It's a very good value for the money. My husband said he's receiving wonderful care.

Alisha

June 20, 2021

We visited University Village Retirement Community. We saw their assisted and independent living. The staff was very nice. My father was there in their skilled nursing at the time. It's hard to review them because my parents haven't made the decision. I don't know what their preferences are, but from my point of view, it was just a little bit older than the other ones we visited. My father has been there three times since October to March. The rooms were clean, but very bareboned and very clinical. The food was a big contention for University Village. He didn't like their food. We are Jewish, and he doesn't eat pork. I guess pork was in a lot of the options. Absent Covid, they seemed pretty active. Anywhere my dad has been, the staff has been great because they're super patient. They had a chapel and a hair salon, which we didn't get to see because of Covid.

Lori

May 11, 2021

I went to University Village Retirement Community to visit their long-term care area. It was more institutional like, but they do have private rooms. We didn't get to tour the whole facility because of COVID, but we walked through and looked at a room. We didn't get to really see the dining room or the other common areas that they have for the residents, but it was OK. What I liked the most about them was their level of care, and the fact that they have quite a bit of staff. They were everywhere. I think that was the main thing that impressed me. We're all pretty satisfied with the level of care that they could give my mom. The room was also nice, and they supply furnishings, like a hospital bed. Everything is provided, like TV, furniture, and all levels of care. We didn't get to try the food because of the COVID restrictions, but we were there when they had lunch, and it smelled real good though. The nursing home area was an older facility, but the rest of the place, like the assisted living, the cottages, and stuff there were nice. The price is really good too. You can hardly beat it.

Sue

October 03, 2020

My sister is in University Village Retirement. It's a large facility that has real nice, upscale independent living cottages, and smaller apartments for independent living, they also have assisted living units, and she is in their skilled nursing care. That has been a real blessing, my niece who is there, has found them very good to work with and communicate with, and they have been very helpful in giving her information. My sister is very pleased that they're very helpful, they're very kind, and she's been in quarantine the whole time. These girls are bringing her extra food and snacks and giving her Ensure. She's very content and very pleased there.

AlanBack

June 29, 2018

The rehab and skilled nursing at University Village is exceptional. It is a very clean place. Everyone was very nice and helpful. My mother made a great recovery. I would recommend this place to anyone.

terrielea

May 06, 2017

Mpm has lived at University Village for over 5 years. As long as Mom was able to care for herself, we had no problems. When we went to Assisted Living, it was one nightmare after another. They left her in pain for hours several times. They evidently only give meds twice a day. If you need more than that, you are out of luck. The last disaster was giving her a suppository and leaving her alone all night. ONLY LEAVE YOUR LOVED ONE HERE IF THEY CAN TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES.

NinaLeighMOM

October 17, 2016

Good communication and feedback regarding the patient. Well kept facility with good to moderate nursing attention. Very helpful during the intake processs. Only concern was being sent home with meds and it was confusing what was still being taken and what had been given at the arrival. Some of it had changed.

cheetah40

July 26, 2011

In 1994 after Mom died we moved Dad to University Village's assisted living complex. Even at 90 he was very ambulatory and active physically but we were unaware how dementia was affecting him. He had walked away from the facility on a few occasions, once noticed by an employee about a mile away and she returned him to the home. It was decided for security reasons to place him in the nursing home area with an ankle monitor. I was concerned because of bad previous experiences in nursing homes but this was always immaculate and never smelled bad. A few weeks after he was settled in I asked him how he liked it and, though never one to complain much, he said they didn't feed much and he had no breakfast. I inquired with the manager when I left and she said he ate at every meal. I asked what they served for breakfast and she gave a basic diet for most 90-year-olds. I explained he had eaten sausage, eggs and biscuits with gravy for 90 years. She was surprised he could still eat like that and told me to bring a note from his doctor saying that was OK. He never complained about the food again. After about two years, he injured his heel and with his memory fading he would forget it was hurt and re-injure it. In spite of their diligent efforts to monitor his activities, the injury became infected, leading to an abcess. He had always been so active and the lack of mobility affected his attitude about living and I believe he was ready to leave this world. He eventually developed some respiratory problems and we were alerted that he might not survive much longer. He was at peace with that and died a few days later. The staff was extremely cooperative in every facet of his treatment and the manager always available for any question we might have.

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