My mother moved into Brookdale Oak Ridge 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.
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
July 02, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
October 23, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother-in-law moved into Brookdale Oak Ridge, she loves it, and shes actually talking and running around. We love it, its 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.
August 21, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My friend has been at Brookdale for several years now. The location is really easy to get to and the grounds are well kept. I've been really happy with them and they seem to go out of their way to help her. She is in a 2-room suite -- they have several varieties -- and she's pretty happy with that. The price is probably more expensive than other facilities.
December 02, 2016
I visited this facility
Brookdale 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.
March 15, 2016
I visited this facility
I visited Brookdale Oak Ridge (formerly Emeritus at Oak Ridge). They had a variety of different, nice-looking rooms, the staff was very nice, and the menu seemed great. I would've considered it if my mother was ready to move because it's convenient to where we live and work. Everything, including the management, were good. The person I talked to was very helpful, showed me around, and answered all of questions. The rooms were pretty small, but they wanted to have the rooms small to encourage the residents to get out and interact with the other residents rather than staying solitary in their rooms, which is a good thing. Everything was very clean and very well taken care of. There were small-, medium-, and large-sized rooms, which seemed adequate. It was within an enclosed, safe area, and the door seemed to be secure.
January 25, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We chose Brookdale because they have a room available. Plus, it also turns out to be the best place because it is all in one level. It is very close to the lobby, the dining area and the courtyard. It is very convenient for my sister-in-law. However, I think the food can be improved a little bit and I think they need better coordination with the family members. They have programs, but I do not think my parents have participated in them.
May 12, 2015
I visited this facility
Brookdale Oak Ridge 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.
May 01, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
We recently placed my mother in Brookdale Oak Ridge and I just wanted to share what a wonderful experience it has been. Mom didn't want to go at first (who wants to leave their home?), but once she got settled in, she fell in love with the place.
The staff is amazing, from the incredible tour and follow up by Connie, to Chris and the rest of his management team. I was worried before she went about the care staff, but they are very loving and patient. They seem to truly have a heart for seniors and their special needs.
She's enjoyed the variety and quality of the meals, as well as the social activities they have. Weekly trips to the store give her a feeling of independence, as she can do a little of her own shopping. Mom has made good friends at Brookdale, and my family and I love the peace of mind in knowing she's well taken care of.
April 20, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I’m very pleased with Brookdale. 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.
June 26, 2014
I am a friend or relative of resident
My grandmother was placed here by us about 6 months ago. Chris and his team are warm, wonderful and caring people. My sister and I are nursing home administrators in Seattle, and we know quality when we see it! Very welcoming, residents well taken care of and always busy. The staff knew my grandmother well when we came to visit them in April and the communication was great. Thank you so much for the tender loving care you gave my beautiful grandmother. I would recommend Emeritus of Oak Ridge to anyone.
June 17, 2014
I visited this facility
Emeritus at Oak Ridge is very nice. It's the perfect place; we just couldn't afford it. We had a wonderful tour. We even got to go into a lady's apartment and see it furnished. We also saw one that was unfurnished. Everybody was just really nice.
December 30, 2013
I visited this facility
Emeritus at Oak Ridge can't work with us until we get the VA approved. It seemed to be a good facility. It had a clean smell to it. The staff was great to the residents and they were very good to us during our visit. It is just the financial side that we are worried about right now and we are not able to do that.
December 28, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I put my mom in an assisted living for a month and a half to give myself a break. She is now at Emeritus in Oak Ridge. 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 Emeritus at Oak Ridge so I didn’t have a place to compare. It's up to date and modern. The director was very nice. It's seemed okay but I didn't see a lot of residents. I want to see people participate in a lot of activities.
August 21, 2013
I am a friend or relative of resident
You could not ask for a better place for your mother to reside. My mother resides at Emeritus at Oak Ridge and absolutely loves it. At first she was against the move, but the staff there made her fell welcome and I don't think we could drag her away now. Overall a wonderful experience and I could not ask for more.
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: $2695/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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