Oak Shadows was not nice at all. The grounds were pretty, but it wasn't good. The apartments looked gloomy, and the hallways were dirty. The staff was fine and hospitable. They showed me an occupied apartment. They didn't have an empty apartment ready to show me, which was another thing I wasn't happy about.
Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living
Offers Assisted Living and Independent Living
14 Reviews
4801 Allendale Rd, Houston, TX 77017
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living
Assisted Living Reviews for Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living
April 30, 2018
I visited this facility
September 11, 2017
I am/was a resident of this facility
A big let down. Staff is unprofessional, things never get fixed in a timely manner. The amount of food served to the residents is not even sufficient enough to feed a small child. It seems like everyone here has they're own agenda. My mail has been stolen on several occasions. I've asked to have mailbox fixed several times, to no avail. We have black mold problems yet to be addressed. I would never recommend anyone live here. I don't seven think STATE pays much attention to the the problems of the tenants living here!!!! Very Sad
August 24, 2017
I am/was a resident of this facility
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Oak Shadows is a great place for both assisted and independent living. Our family was worried about putting my sister in a facility, fearing that she may be homesick or mistreated. We came for the facility's Thanksgiving dinner and were happy to hear that our sister loves the community. She raved about the office staff and Cindy the head of the personal care attendants. She mentioned the names of two close women that had become her friends and attended bingo in the activity room. Michelle, who is the activity director is happy and always present to assist with each resident. Highly recommend! Martha
May 09, 2017
I am/was a resident of this facility
I am a resident of Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living. It is very big and has many activities going on. There are people here who are high functioning and people who need assisted living but live very productive lives. They are disabled but not disabled mentally. The place is very refreshing. There's a library, an activity room, exercise room, a place where you can play bingo or dominoes, and areas to walk. The staff is helpful and friendly.
Provider Response
Thank you so much Ben!
December 07, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
The oak shadows retirement community is a nice remodeled apt complex with a nice caring staff I recently visited my grandmother there and was very impressed the complex is secure with security and I just love how caring the staff is there caring for my grandmother would definitely recommend this for anyone looking for assitted living
Provider Response
We are grateful for your response!
May 11, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
This place is the most horrible place you can ever take a family member to! They are infested with bed bugs, serve left overs, don't cook the food well done. They don't care about the residents all they care about is the money! They may act like they care but they don't care they're more worried bout the pay check I would never recommend this place to anyone.
May 22, 2014
I am/was a resident of this facility
Oak Shadows doesn't keep up its grounds. It's not esthetically pleasing to look at. The staff seemed to be quite conscientious. I went to the library this morning. The room has a bathroom, a big closet, a living room, and a kitchen.
February 07, 2013
I am/was a resident of this facility
Thepeople Here Are very nice And care about ustheytreat us like family
Independent Living Reviews for Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living
September 24, 2018
I am/was a resident of this facility
Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living is an old community, but the maintenance and everything are very good. The place is clean, and the staff is friendly so thats what I like. Ive been living here for over a year. Weve got some really good meals and some so-so, but Id say the food is good overall. Theyve got something going on just about every day, like trips to the grocery store or shopping center, so its up to what you want to do more or less. Its the most economical place in the area.
April 17, 2018
I am/was a resident of this facility
I like my 2-bedroom apartment in Oak Shadows. You can have the temperature on or off. They have no activities to speak of, so I'm really dissatisfied with that, they just play Bingo on Tuesday afternoons. The activity room has a broken color TV, broken exercise equipment, and a broken computer, and they've been that way for 12 years or so. They take you on your medical appointments, so thats good. The food is horrible though. The maintenance people are also pretty attentive.
Provider Response
Dear Resident, Our activity center has at least three activities a day, which include going to breakfast club, hobby lobby, bbq's, karaokee, etc. I'm sorry to hear that you are disappointed. Our TV's and computers do work in the activity center, which has only been open a year half not twelve years. The food as per what we her from residents is great and I hope you can come to our staff and know that they are willing to take your suggestions. Thank you, Sue
March 27, 2018
I visited this facility
I toured Oak Shadows Retirement. The staff looked courteous. There was a big hall where people could sit. The rooms were like studios. The facility was nice, quiet, and secured.
Provider Response
Thank you we appreciate your response. Sunaina
September 10, 2017
I visited this facility
Oak Shadows' apartments were very nice and clean, but what they were giving me on paper for the size and price was something totally different. They showed me a unit that was not the same as what they were advertising. Instead, it was larger in size, but what I was being shown on paper was a lesser cost. If I hadn't asked, they would have never told me that it's not the same apartment. They'd start changing the price even more depending upon the view, but the view is bad either way you look at it. If you're in the back of the building, you'd look out on an open field, and if you're in front, you'd look at the main highway. The person who assisted me was average and he wasn't very knowledgeable because the sales person was not there that day.
August 21, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My experience with Oak Shadows was very positive. The staff was very helpful and cooperative, it was good. They have everything, like a fitness and exercise room, cafeteria, and activity center. It's an older building, but my brother's room is very nice. It's like he lives in his own apartment and the price is very reasonable.
Provider Response
Thank you Marcus! Sunaina Vice President
June 06, 2017
I visited this facility
Oak Shadows was clean, and the people were very kind. They had many activities, and I liked that. I didn't like the area, but it was OK.
Provider Response
Thank you for stopping by! Sunaina Bindra
Costs for Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living
Services and Amenities of Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living
Costs
- All Inclusive Rent
- Assisted Living Starting At: $1375/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $1365/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
General
- Resident Capacity: 132
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
Licenses
- State Licenses: 000994
About Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted Living
Recently renovated and operational for over 20 years, Oak Shadows Retirement & Assisted Living Community is a retirement center providing affordable retirement and assisted living care for the elderly in a non-institutional setting. Based in Houston, Texas, it offers one/two bedroom apartments, with a list of services, including daily maintenance, security, staff emergency call system, home style meals, weekly laundry and maid service, personal care attendants and more. Additionally, the center provides a range of activities, entertainment and outings as well as scheduled transportation.
What Makes Us Special
Over the years, Oak Shadows has developed an environment with a unique concept. Residents are free to pursue their interests without interference or the hassles of keeping up a house. They also have the comfort of knowing that someone is nearby to meet any need whether it is an emergency, or just someone to talk to. We encourage you to come visit, sample our cooking, and talk to the people who live here. You just may come away with a new idea of what retirement living can be.
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