The Groves at Oak Ridge was very nice. The atmosphere was open, airy, and cheery. They have one particular floor plan, where it used to be two studios. They just basically had a doorway in between the two. They called it a companion suite, so one person can have a side where they just have their one little room, a bathroom, and a closet, while the other person can have their side with the same thing. They said that was their least expensive room that you could pay for. If you couldn't afford the higher ones, you could pay the lower price for one of those companion suites (which is almost like a shared space), but I just thought that wouldn't work for my mom because she has Alzheimer's. She wouldn't hesitate to just wander onto the other person's side, not realizing that's not part of her little suite. She needs her own space, like either a single studio or a one-bedroom, which was the highest price.
The lady took me through the dining room and showed me the menu. It looked very nice to me. She introduced me to a couple of other staff members too as we were going through the facility. They were all very nice and friendly. She showed me some of the renovations that they were making. She was saying some of those little smaller community areas were going to be turned into offices for the staff. They were going to move some of those community areas up toward the front of the building when you come in. They said they wanted to make it more family- friendly when families come in; the community areas are all right up near the front, and they don't have to go traipsing all through the building, trying to find one of those community areas to participate in different activities.
Those little community areas around the building had game tables set up and things like that. They also go out to take trips on little boats and ride out on the lake and different outings. So, it seemed like there were plenty of things to keep people busy. There were several ladies out on the front patio where they had rocking chairs set up on it and a few residents up and down the halls as we were touring around the place.
734 Emory Valley Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
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Reviews of The Groves at Oak Ridge
Assisted Living Reviews for The Groves at Oak Ridge
September 10, 2021
I visited this facility
August 29, 2021
I am/was a resident of this facility
I moved into The Groves at Oak Ridge. There's a lot of people around my age, and there's some activities. They have a small bus equipped with the handicapped lift, and we go to a museum close by, and then stores like Walmart. The apartments are big enough. They have everything you need. The food is excellent. Breakfast is pretty much the same, but the other meals are very diverse. They're all very friendly, accommodating, and helpful. No problems.
April 19, 2021
I visited this facility
We visited The Groves at Oak Ridge for my mom, and that was a good visit. Everyone was really helpful and nice. It seemed very, very homey. Everybody seemed to know everybody, and the staff had been there a long time. It was nice, clean, and they were updating it. The staff was very thorough. They have a barbershop and an entertainment area.
July 02, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother moved in three months ago. She is very happy there, and she likes it a lot. It's nice, I don't have any complaints, everything is fine, and the staff is very friendly. Her room is nice and a little small, but she's got her TV, her knitting, and she's getting to know other people there. The dining area is nice, it's like she's got a little restaurant to go to three times a day. She's been doing bingo, she's been going in a couple of day trips, they have a small bus, and they take residents who are interested. They have church services.
October 23, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother-in-law moved in, she loves it, and she's actually talking and running around. We love it, it's wonderful, the food is great, and the rooms are amazing. It looked like it was just built yesterday. The people are great, they have so many activities, and my mother-in-law goes to exercise classes.
December 02, 2016
I visited this facility
It was more than adequate. The people were nice, and there's lots of activities. The rooms were an adequate size with nice size closets and had refrigerator in most.
May 12, 2015
I visited this facility
It was very clean and very friendly. The people there seemed very happy to be there. The dining room was very open and nice. You could see out toward the street one way, and you could see out towards their back. It seemed to be very nicely landscaped back there. It just seemed like a comfortable, friendly place that would be very satisfactory to live in. I really thought they were doing a nice job there.
April 20, 2015
I visited this facility
I’m very pleased with it. They’re very caring, very honest, and very professional. My mother is in memory care. Security is very tight; it’s a lockdown. I think the food is good; it’s always hot and very attractive. They serve it well, and they have a nice variety. I think the fact that the facility is small, there is a lot of attention that’s given to the various people that live there, and that’s really good. I enjoyed the tours, the accommodations, and the personal contact that I had with each of the different employees there.
August 07, 2014
I visited this facility
We were treated very well. My parents liked this place so it's something they would probably consider at some point. They have a bus or shuttle that takes the residents out into the community on Tuesdays. I think they also had some kind of religious service on Sundays. The people who conduct it are members of the same church as my parents, so they thought that was really nice.
Everything was clean and very nice. They had a little courtyard with bird baths; a bird feeder is attached to the windows. My parents really like that. One of the residents was gracious enough to allow the director to come in to her apartment so they can see her living space and give us a little tour. We interacted with her and we also spoke with some of the people in the social room -- they seemed clean, happy, and friendly. We also spoke with one of the nurses who was on duty there and she really impressed us.
December 28, 2013
I visited this facility
I put my mom in an assisted living for a month and a half to give myself a break. She is now here. It seems to meet our criteria and I really like it a lot. It's convenient because it's close. Everything is very nice. The food is delicious. I have gone there and eaten lunch with her a couple of times and it's just really nice. The rooms are large enough. They have their own private bath. They have lots of activities that she can participate in and everybody is really helpful. I've talked to some of the ladies that worked there and they are all very helpful as far as it goes. The people seemed to really care about their patients. Mom is always very religious and they have devotionals every morning. They have church services three times a week. They have some ladies that come in and give manicures on Tuesdays. It's just like a little community in itself. I think they just need to stress a little bit more that visitors coming in should register.
December 26, 2013
I visited this facility
The first place I visited was here so I didn’t have a place to compare. It's up to date and modern. It's seemed okay but I didn't see a lot of residents. I want to see people participate in a lot of activities.
Questions about The Groves at Oak Ridge
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at The Groves at Oak Ridge. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our average age is 88. Bingo and Bfit class are among the favorite things that our residents enjoy. We have a very active community that enjoy being out on the go when possible.
What programs or activities does The Groves at Oak Ridge offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Some of our programs include Befit, Flex your Brain, walking club, Bingo and cards, cooking classes, gardening club, knitting club. We have church groups that come in to do worship services and other entertainers that perform for our residents.
What places are near The Groves at Oak Ridge or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Our beautiful Greenway and Marina is just down the road from our community. Our residents don’t walk there, but rather ride our bus to enjoy picnics, feeding the ducks, walking on the paths as well as enjoy watching the many rowing regattas that take place here.
What transportation services does The Groves at Oak Ridge offer to assisted living residents?
We have a community bus that transports to doctor visits and shopping trips.
What makes the chef or dining program at The Groves at Oak Ridge exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
We have a wonderful variety of foods offered at our community.
What safety features or security measures does The Groves at Oak Ridge offer to assisted living residents?
All of our residents are given a pendant to wear in case they need assistance.
How does The Groves at Oak Ridge keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
We have great communication from our nursing staff and Health and Wellness Director.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at The Groves at Oak Ridge during daytime and nighttime hours?
2/42
If The Groves at Oak Ridge accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We have 3 courtyards that our resident pets enjoy.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Our staff has monthly training.
What safety features or security measures does The Groves at Oak Ridge provide to protect residents who wander?
Careful staff monitoring if they are AL residents.
Costs for The Groves at Oak Ridge
Services and Amenities of The Groves at Oak Ridge
Costs
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: Entry Fee Cost : $1500
- Assisted Living Starting At: $3305/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: Yes
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 96
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed Only
Training Areas
- Memory Care Training
Licenses
- State Licenses: ACL0000000128
About The Groves at Oak Ridge
The Groves at Oak Ridge is a community for seniors in Oak Ridge, TN. Outdoor ttractions to enjoy in the area include 16 parks, Melton Hill Lake and an outdoor public pool. The beautiful green landscape surrounding Oak Ridge fosters a relaxing, peaceful environment for seniors.
The Groves at Oak Ridge offers memory care, assisted living and respite care. Assistance is available for seniors who need help with daily tasks such as preparing food or bathing.
Fresh, homemade meals with locally sourced ingredients are provided three times daily, and catering for special events can be arranged. Seniors can choose from between several different floor plans ranging from 225 to 450 square feet. Amenities include a fitness center that’s open 24/7, as well as several elegantly furnished common areas, plenty of outdoor seating, an on-site library, and a breakfast bar and bistro.
What Makes Us Special
With our residents in mind, we carefully designed our communities to provide the best in independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. We achieve our mission to enhance the lives of seniors through extensive team training and personalized care for our residents. We aim to provide the most fulfilling lives possible for our residents, their families, and our team members.
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