Green Tree was a nice facility. They just didn't have any openings on the bottom floor and with my in-laws' mobility issues, they can't be up on a higher floor. I also didn't like the fact that they have to go to the cafeteria to eat their meals. They shouldn't be forced to go down because it's lunchtime, but they had a little kitchenette in there. I even questioned them on it, "What if they decide they don't want to go down and eat?" She said if they're not doing well, they can bring them food. I said, "There are times you just want to stay home and eat in the comfort of your own home," and she said, "We'd have to start charging for that," so I didn't appreciate that. It's expensive enough and to force them to have to go down to the cafeteria, I don't approve of that.
They're paying their money to live there and to be provided for, but they should have the option of eating in the cafeteria or eating in their room because three meals a day down in their cafeteria, there's no way my in-laws would do that. They would start skipping meals and that's the last thing you want.
Everybody was very nice, very polite, very courteous, very helpful. It was a very nice facility, and they do fire drills. Every month, they would be getting them up in the middle of the night or the middle afternoon. Because of their mobility issues, it prohibits them from being upstairs. They have to have an elevator to be able to access the upstairs. They can't go up and down the stairs. It's a nice location though. They have walking trails out back and little raised flower beds for them to be able to plant. The staff was all right there. It didn't seem like you had to hunt for anybody. Somebody was always walking through or not too far away.
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Assisted Living Reviews for Green Tree
June 04, 2021
I visited this facility
September 26, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
We chose Green Tree because it was less than a mile from my dad's house and he liked the homey feel to it. So far, he really likes it. Everybody is always friendly and warm, they know who you are, and they've been very attentive. The food is great. He has actually put on about ten or 15 pounds since moving there. It's very clean, well lit, and it's a real positive place. I'm glad that he's there. They have a lot of activities and he's actually participating in some of it. It's kind of costly, but you get what you pay for.
Provider Response
Thank you, Dru for this great review! We’re glad to hear that your father is enjoying the community, living healthier and is participating in activities. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you and your family.
June 15, 2017
I am/was a resident of this facility
This place is amazing. I toured 5 different assisted living communities before I finally chose green tree for my mom 3 months ago. Green Tree is actually the farthest facility from my house but it is worth the drive to know that my mom is being cared for and is happy. I cannot say enough good things about the staff. Every single one of the staff has been so helpful with this difficult transition that my mom has had to make. I got a call from the nurse at green tree the other day and ask if I wanted to come in and have a care meeting about my mom. I ofcourse was worried that something bad had happened so I replied with "no just tell me over the phone what happened"! The nurse kindly let me know that nothing had happened. It is just that she likes to do a meeting with all of her residents families, one on one, every few months. I thought that was nice of her but I was still a bit hesitant. When I got to the meeting I met with the director and the nurse. They told me that they had seen a huge improvement in my moms memory since she moved in and let me know that her bill was going down. What!!! It's going to be cheaper?!?! I was very excited to hear this, thankful for their communication and couldn't agree more that we have seen a huge change, for the positive, since mom moved in!! I am very thankful for green tree and their amazing staff!!
May 06, 2017
I visited this facility
Green Tree probably has the nicest Alzheimer’s unit, but it definitely was smaller. Because I know lots of people who live there, I would think that if you don’t have somebody seeing about you, it would not be some place that you wanted to be. If you have somebody who is dropping in every day, that is one thing. I think that is kind of true of the staff in all of them. The staff is not good unless you have somebody coming to see about you every day, especially because the weekend staff is not terrific. It was clean. I live closer to this one, but I would not go because the rooms were very tiny, and my bedroom is bigger than the whole thing. The rooms have a kitchenette, a bedroom, and a living area, and all of that was just so cramped together. I always ask about the staff, and they have a big turnover of staff.
March 16, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I can't say enough good things about Green Tree. They are extremely helpful. It's been extremely positive on their end. My parents are having some adjustment issues, but the staff has been wonderful. They have a dining room, and everybody has their own apartment. They provide three meals per day. They have physical activities like morning stretches, and they have social events almost on a daily basis. They have entertainment, movie nights, and music sometimes coming in. They monitor their medication; that's really important to me.
September 21, 2013
I am a friend or relative of resident
My mom has been a resident at Greentree for two years. It is a beautiful facility with a beautiful view of the hills. The downside is the staff has a high turnover rate. If you are looking for gourmet meals, this is not your place. The food is mostly of poor quality, with lots of rice and green beans served because they are cheap. Residents complain daily but nothing changes. My mom buys groceries to fix her own mini meals very frequently. The chef recently told soe residents that he is given a budget of $5 per DAY per resident to buy food! In addition, rates go up 6% annually. That calculated to $200 more monthly for us. You are also charged $300 a month for them to administer meds. Not worth it. My mom did not receive her blood pressure pill for several days recently! They aso gave her another patient's anti anxiety pill several months ago and did not even call to tell me of the mix up! I am currently in search of different living arrangements for my mom. This place is beautiful, but not worth the money.
August 14, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My mom is currently living with me and we're now taking care of her living arrangements. We do have one that's close to me that we visited, The Green Tree. We're interested and if we decide to do that we'll move her there. It's about half a mile from my home. It's a relatively new facility. It's very, very nice. The staff is very friendly. They have really nice rooms and it's in a nice location. It's really perfect! We really liked it. Everyone we spoke to just spoke so highly of the facility. They were all very pleased and there were people that have been there since they opened the facility for about less than 10 years. The facility is relatively new. If ever my mom will be placed there I think she would be happy to be in that community. I'd be happy to recommend Green Tree of Sand Springs to others.
July 23, 2012
I visited this facility
I am shopping for an assisted living community for my grandmother and Green Tree is near the top of my list when she is ready. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the staff was nice. We got to observe them interacting with residents and the residents seemed to love them. There were several people enjoying the common living rooms and they all seemed pretty friendly. It is a place that I could see my grandmother enjoying. The ability to meet a vegetarian diet is a plus. The scenery outside is very nice and that is where my grandmother likes to sit when the weather allows. If I could add something to make it perfect, it would be a pool and hot tub. It is very close to my parents and other aunts and uncles, so it would be convenient for family to visit. Having staff available at all times will make us all feel better that she is taken care of.
January 05, 2012
I visited this facility
Green Tree at Sand Springs is in Sand Springs, where we happened to have a trip planned. So while we were out there, we visited this facility as a living option for my friend.
The adjacent meadows were quiet and peaceful, providing a park-like atmosphere. The nearby Coyote Trail Hills provide a nice walking path that the seniors can use with staff.
They do offer memory care which we are interested in since my friend has some of those issues -- though he is mostly just forgetful. Still it is nice to know they can accommodate that, should his mental capacity deteriorate.
The interior is really elegantly designed which was refreshing to see, since most of the places we've been feature early American and colonial style furnishings. You can also see the beautiful wooded hills through many of the expansive windows. It is quite picturesque- which adds to the overall tranquility of the environment.
The residents enjoy regular outings for shopping, entertainment and cultural events.
The dining rooms were very pretty and the food presented well. It is clear that the chef is prideful of his creations. If residents prefer, they may order room service to their apartments. There is plenty of food to choose from off of the cafe menu, as well.
The residents we saw all looked very happy to be living in this environment and some even took the time to tell us so. Definitely a five star facility!
Memory Care Reviews for Green Tree
December 03, 2021
I visited this facility
I toured Green Tree for my grandmother, and I liked it. It was kind of in the country and it had a very homey feel to it. Residents were walking around and sitting on couches and everyone looked content and happy. They didn't have that oh-no-I'm-living-in-a-nursing-home-I-hate-my-life vibe, and everyone just seemed like they were in a kind of at a hotel and just seemed content.
The staff was very, very happy and upbeat, very friendly and very personable. She was great and I liked her a lot.
My grandmother doesn't need anything fancy, and the room was a lot bigger than I expected. For just a studio apartment, the bathroom and the closet were huge. It was a lot bigger than I had in my head.
The dining area was like a nice restaurant. I thought it was going to be like a cafeteria, but it was more like a restaurant.
They have tons way more than I expected. They have entertainment that comes out and they have all the little classes. If you were a social older person, it would be great because you would have something to do every day.
Everything was spotless.
Provider Response
Thank you, Dea for sharing your experience from your visit and your great review. We're glad to hear that you were impressed with the residence and hope we can earn the privilege to serve you and your family in the future.
November 20, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother-in-law is in Green Tree. It's close to all of her family members, and it's a very nice and modern facility. So far, we've been very pleased with it. It's very clean. The memory care unit is pretty unique for those types of residents. We just think it's a really nice facility. Her room is nice and it's private. She has her own room, her own bathroom, and shower, closet and storage areas. It's relatively small, but it's very nice. The location is good. It's near a couple of main roads. Almost all of her family lives out in this general area. We don't have any complaints of any kind and they've been very good about everything. We like it. The staff has been very helpful. They return calls and when we have any questions or anything, they've been very, very helpful.
It's one of the nicest facilities we've seen. We kind of looked around before we chose them, so we'd rate it at the very top. My mother-in-law thinks the food is very good there. Her sister has visited her and has eaten with her a couple of times and she says the food is very good there. They've got different activities almost every day. She has participated in some of them, so they're trying to keep her active. We haven't been there during the activities, but what we've heard about them is they're good. They try to do a very good job there. We find all these facilities somewhat expensive, but for the fact that it's one of the nicest facilities and they seem to do things very professional there, I would say that the prices are fair. Everything about this place just seemed good. So far, we're very satisfied.
Provider Response
Thank you, Phil, for sharing your experience and feedback with us. We're glad to hear that your mother-in-law is enjoying the life enrichment activities, the food and most importantly, her stay with us. Thank you for the privilege to serve you and your family.
May 25, 2021
I visited this facility
We visited Green Tree Memory Care, and it was a decent place. It was just a little too far away for everybody to drive up to visit mom, so well probably not go with them. It was kind of a strange deal; it was set up nicely, but we went there right after a rainstorm, so I guess not all the staff was there. It seemed understaffed, but they said they had plenty, so I just take their word for it, but since it's too far, I'm not concerned about it anyway. The one who accommodated us was named Lorrie, and she was very nice. The dining area looked just fine. The room was small, but it was a memory care unit, and they don't need a whole lot of room. They spend most of the time in the common areas. They had ladies watching TV, playing cards, and doing a little experiment. It was raining while we were there so we couldn't do much outside. They have a little area to sit outside to get some sun and relax. I think they have a beauty shop, a little separate family-meeting room, and different things like that.
April 12, 2021
I visited this facility
Green Tree Assisted Living is very nice. It's a beautiful place. They said it's 20 years old but it looked brand new. We went to the memory care part, which is in a separate building, and it looked really nice there. I think they said they had 16 or 18 rooms in the memory care, so it seemed like there was a lot of people.
It's all-inclusive. You pay one month with a price, and then they provide whatever care your parent needs. While we were there, there was only one CMA on duty at that time. I know they had one room empty, but they're supposed to have a CMA and a CNA each there. It was in the evening, the nurse already went home, so that concerns me a bit that there's only one person who has to care for them. She said it was just temporary, because she was supposed to be with somebody else there, but we were there over an hour and it was just that one person. I don't know how often that happens, but it seems like it could happen a lot.
I only met two people, one was the marketing director, and she was great, really nice, answered all our questions, and then the other one was just a CNA or a CMA, but she was really nice too, and he answered my questions honestly, especially about being the only one there. They were all real nice and seemed very confident.
January 01, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Green Tree is a very clean and nicely laid out place. The staff has been most friendly, polite, and helpful so we're pleased. Mom seems to like the food so we're pretty pleased with that too. They have a number of activities for them, plus a hairdresser, salon, and religious services. The price is comparable with other facilities.
Provider Response
Hi Cleaborne. Thank you for this great review! We’re glad to hear that your mother enjoys her new home and takes advantage of the many Life Enrichment activities available. It’s an honor to serve you and your family.
Questions about Green Tree
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Associates receive training through a thorough on-boarding program and ongoing, annual training as required by the state regulations. Department heads are required to participate in bi-annual training in their designated field of expertise.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Green Tree. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Green Tree is very proud to have a diverse community of residents who enjoy a wide range of activities from physical exercise, exploring their artistic talents, cooking classes and volunteering their time in various local community projects, just to name a few.
What programs or activities does Green Tree offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Some of the life enrichment opportunities include: trips to the theater and art venues, outings to shopping and attractions, community and cultural events, informative lectures and educational speakers, volunteer opportunities, fitness classes, walking groups, social and themed parties, book clubs, family events and much more.
What transportation services does Green Tree offer to assisted living residents?
Green Tree offers scheduled transportation via shuttle buses for our assisted living resident’s convenience. Green Tree is equipped with a porte-cochere for the convenience and safety of all residents.
What makes the chef or dining program at Green Tree exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Green Tree offers a Gold Leaf Dining experience for all residents which entail fresh prepared meals in our own kitchen by our staff of professional Gold Leaf Chefs. Breakfast consists of a wide array of traditional breakfast items, including eggs cooked to order. For lunch and dinner, you may choose a freshly prepared selection from the Gold Leaf Choice menu or the Café Select menu, and your choice will be brought to your table by one of our friendly wait staff. The Gold Leaf Choice menu is created by the chef and changes daily.
What safety features or security measures does Green Tree offer to assisted living residents?
Trained associates are on the premises 24-hours a day, electromagnetic locking doors, specialty carpets near doors with alarms, etc.
How does Green Tree keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Green Tree publishes a monthly newsletter which often contains a calendar of planned events, a schedule of daily activities is posted at the community. Families will receive a phone call if there is any change in the health of the resident.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Green Tree during daytime and nighttime hours?
Staff-to-resident ratio will fluctuate depending on the number of residents.
If Green Tree accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Residents are allowed to have well-behaved pets and there is ample space outdoors for residents to enjoy with their pets.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Associates receive training through a thorough on-boarding program and ongoing, annual training as required by the state regulations. Department heads are required to participate in bi-annual training in their designated field of expertise.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
Staff-to-resident ratio will fluctuate depending on the number of residents.
What safety features or security measures does Green Tree provide to protect residents who wander?
When residents appear to be moving towards an exit, associates are trained to re-direct them back to their activities or apartments. Special carpet designed to deter residents are placed around fire exits and the doors in each community are installed with electro-magnetic locking systems.
What programs or activities does Green Tree offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
Programs and activities for Memory Care Residents are customized based on personal interest, cognitive and physical abilities using the resident’s life story.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Each resident’s health and cognitive functioning are assessed by the health care coordinator when they move into the community. Each resident is assessed again 30 days after move-in and every 120 days after that by the Healthcare Coordinator.
What techniques does Green Tree use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
A half hour before mealtimes, aroma therapy is used to stimulate synapses in the brain to recognize that it is time to eat, residents are escorted to the dining room and accompanied at the table by an associate who demonstrates mirroring techniques to enhance memories of proper eating techniques.
How does Green Tree keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
Anytime there is a change in the health or behavior of a resident, the family is notified with a phone call.
Is Green Tree affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
Green Tree is located in close proximity to residential neighborhoods with easy access to various hospitals and clinics for the convenience of the residents.
Services and Amenities of Green Tree
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
- Condos Townhomes
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Garden And Patio
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Health services
- Skilled Nursing
- Medication Management
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Religious Services
Financial guidance
- Financing Advice
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 86
- Respite Care
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
Licenses
- State Licenses: AL7228
About Green Tree
Welcome to Green Tree Assisted Living & Memory Care!
Green Tree assisted living, located in the Tulsa, OK suburb of Sand Springs is a three story 60 unit licensed assisted living residence. Green Tree is located overlooking the wooded hillsides of western Tulsa and offers the largest apartments of any local assisted living operator. Legend acquired this property in February 2006.
Green Tree an assisted living and memory care residence dedicated to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We remain dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us.
At Green Tree we are dedicated to each Residents' independence, choices and dignity.
Visit us for a tour and you'll see how our combination of a warm residential setting along with the caring, helpful staff at Green Tree is just the right choice for your housing or service needs.
Philosophy of Service
Green Tree Assisted Living is dedicated to providing the highest standard in quality of service, environment, and care to residents and their families. The foundation of our approach to service is built upon fundamental concepts we believe are important to every resident.
The concepts are central in our approach to quality service and supportive residential environments:
- Promote the individuality of each resident
- Offer each resident dignity and respect
- Foster independence for each resident
- Support each resident's right to privacy
- Support the needs of family and friends
- Provide a supportive residential environment
- Partner with residents and family in care decisions
- Offer individual choices in care, services and lifestyle
Tailored Services
At Green Tree Assisted Living, we recognize that each person has individual needs and preferences. With this in mind, we offer each resident a flexible service combination we call Tailored Services. The combination of the Base Monthly Service and the Tailored Services you choose results in your monthly Tailored Pricing. This unique plan provides you with the most individual personal service in the most cost effective manner.
Base Monthly Service Includes:
- Spacious apartment
- Utilities (except phone)
- Weekly housekeeping & linen service
- Routine maintenance
- Three nutritious meals and snacks
- Life Enrichment activities
- 24-hour access to staff
- Licensed nurse on staff
- Health monitoring by full time professional staff
- Scheduled Transportation
- Medication Assistance
- Specialized diets
- Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal care
- Assistance with ambulation
- Reflections Memory Care
- Personal Laundry
Green Tree Assisted Living's Personal Assessment provides for cooperative planning between you and our staff. As your needs or wants change, your Tailored Services can change with you. At Green Tree Assisted Living, you pay only for the services you need or want.
Enriching Activities
Life enriching activities come alive at Green Tree Assisted Living. Residents participate in hobbies, cultural events, educational opportunities, religious activities, and interesting trips, along with the opportunity for new experiences. New friends are made and relationships strengthened by spending enjoyable time together. Special cultural and community events are a highlight on the Green Tree Life Enrichment calendar.
The Life Enrichment Coordinator and the nurse create The Green Tree Wellness Program which may include fun exercises, activities, and health education. The Green Tree Wellness Program is designed to enhance the overall health and well-being of the residents.
Companion Services
You may choose additional personalized support or services through our specialized program call Legend Companions. Legend Companions spend time one-on-one with the resident providing special attention or care such as reading, shopping, letter writing, supervision, and support.
Quality Design Features
Every design feature of Green Tree is based on our philosophy of service and our dedication to creating quality environments and service delivery systems for the residents we serve.
Exterior:
- Beautiful courtyard and patios
- Paved walking trails
- Weather free access
- Unique country setting
Apartments:
- Wall-to-Wall carpeting, except bathrooms
- Large bathroom with curbless shower
- Emergency Call System
- Telephone and Television connections
- Individually controlled heating and air conditioning
- Expanded Basic Cable
Interior:
- Personal Care Suite providing health and wellness evaluations and services
- Elegant dining room
- Two common living rooms with fireplace
- Five distinct apartment styles
- Style Salon
- Coffee Café
- Country Kitchen
- Barber Shop
- Fireside Library
For your "Peace of Mind"
- Electronically controlled entrances
- Fire/smoke and sprinkler systems
- Close proximity to area hospitals and emergency services
Green Tree Reflections Memory Care Residence
Dedication to Service
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or other memory impairments is a very personal, loving dedication to service. It requires service for specific and individual needs.
More often, the resident with memory loss needs assistance with life's daily activities including personal care but may not have an acute medical condition requiring around the clock skilled nursing or instruction. Finding that unique combination of physical setting and specialized care is a journey traveled by many families.
The Reflections Program
At Reflections, our trained staff works closely with family members and friends to assemble a "Life History" identifying the personal experiences of each resident's life.
Through the "Life History," we get to know the personality behind the person, fostering a one-to-one association more like "friend to friend" rather than "staff to patient." Details and events from your loved one's past become "shared" memories and experiences serving as a foundation for activities, communication, and the development of friendships built on support, understanding and mutual respect.
Base Monthly Services- Laundry Services - personal and linen
- Housekeeping
- 24 hour-a-day specially trained staff
- Three daily meals plus snacks
- Tailored activities - therapeutic and recreational
- Full-time Reflections supervisor
- Individualized service planning
- Family and community support groups
- Reflections Program - a personal life history program
- Medication Assistance
- Assistance with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, incontinence management, and other personal services
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