We care deeply about our residents and strive for excellence in senior living. Reviews and feedback are important to the staff of the Oak Park Arms. In addition to reviews on Google, Facebook, and Yelp, we have been awarded “2024 Best of Senior Living” and “2023 Most Friendly in Senior Living” by a National Senior Living Placement Service. See all our awards on our About Us page.
Read reviews about the Oak Park Arms Senior Living Community from residents and family members.
Based on 40 reviews
Billie Navarro
16:22 02 Dec 24
Thank you to the outstanding staff of the Oak Park Arms and Seals and Steingard Home Care Services. While my brother, John, was at the Oak Park Arms they performed wellness checks and helped with pain medication and other supportive services after he had surgery. In particular, Danielle Seals was very helpful in offering guidance to our family in navigating insurance and other medical matters. Her helpfulness resolved some issues that had been pending for months. The care and comfort provided by staff helped John recover, and relieved anxiety for our family during a difficult time.Thank you!
Ron Sinsley
20:31 23 Nov 24
Mom enjoyed her time at Oak Park Arms the 2 years she lived there. She was able to socialize and make friends, enjoying special events, and regular game night and afternoons with her fellow residents.The only thing I would say from a caretaking perspective that I think needs to be rethought is the lack of frequent checking on their residents.When Mom first moved in, they regularly called to check-in on the residents and they stopped doing it after the residents supposedly voted against it in a meeting. While I realize that is their choice, I would also suggest they make it an optional thing where the residents can ask to be (or at the family's request) regularly checked-in on if they like. It certainly made me feel like she was being well-cared for.
Maria Mungai
16:15 04 Nov 24
My Mother lived at the Oak Park Arms for 6 years. She loved being there and truly came to think of it as ‘home’. She loved the staff and residents very much. The care and support she got there were tremendous. I would recommend OPA to anyone wanting a warm and comfortable space for their loved one.
Poinsett Agency
12:26 23 Aug 24
We moved my mother into Oak Park Arms in 2021 when she was 93 years old. During the subsequent three years, the staff at Oak Park Arms was kind, professional, and genuinely cared about my mother’s well-being. If not for the need for memory care services, we would still have my mother living there. I owe a debt of gratitude to the Executive Director, Moses Williams, Danielle Seals, Brittany Smith and the many ladies who went above and beyond in seeing after my mother. I will forever be grateful.
fran scott
18:42 06 Aug 24
Our mom lived at OPA for nearly 4 years, starting on the independent care floor before moving to assisted care for the last 18 months or so. The staff was consistent (low turnover) and very caring. I did a lot of research and found OPA to be the most value for the dollar, and we were happy with their services. I will add that we are a very involved family so that is also what leads to successful caregiving (lots of engagement).
Ma guadalupe Salazar
17:57 17 Jul 24
This is great place for us . We satisfied of the whole place and staff
HH
03:38 15 Jul 24
My parents have been very happy in this wonderful community. It is a very unique place. My parents have enjoyed the community activities, the intergenerational offerings with the daycare on-site, the on going learning classes, chair yoga, and the on-site library with large print books. The employees are all very kind and seem to actually enjoy their work. I am so pleased that my parents have found such a wonderful place as their retirement home.
Angel Velazquez
17:36 10 Jul 24
I've recently moved into the Oak Park Arms and the residents and staff here are amazing. I really enjoy the variety of activities that they offer. Moving into the arms was the best decision I've made.
Jerry Hossli
19:03 08 Jul 24
Best thing I ever did was sell my condo and move in here. My apartment is just right. The staff is wonderfull and the activities never end. This is senior independent living that is great! I recommend you downsize now and move in. It's close to everything.
L J
03:56 17 Mar 23
This is a great place for senior living bc it's got a lot of what they'll need all in one spot, from haircutting to a podiatrist. And it seems very sociable and a vibrant place for senior citizens. Prices are better than most places.
Betty Sinsley
20:11 08 Feb 23
What I like mostly about Oak Park Arms is the friendly environment & the members of the Peronnel Staff are always available to answer any questions we might have. Also, the Maintenance Crew is always available to correct anything that needs attention in our apartments! I highly recommend Oak Park Arms to anyonein need of a safe place for a Senior.Sincerely, Betty Jean Sinsley
Carol Ford
16:23 06 Feb 23
My brother has been a resident at the Oak Park Arms for a few years. Will we are so grateful to the entire staff who assists Tom, we want to specifically single out Renee, who has been exceedingly helpful and kind in helping Tom to continue to live an independent lifestyle. The Arms is an amazing place for seniors!
Sheila Barber
00:57 06 Dec 22
My Mom has been attending the adult day program for about 6 months and she really enjoys it. The facility is very clean, the staff is very attentive, friendly and patient. She is crazy about Veronica, the staff person that runs the day program and she has nothing but good things to say about the director Danielle. I feel so comfortable leaving her there. We are considering using the facility for respite care when we travel.
Alan Meyer
21:15 27 Jan 22
I have had a good friend and favorite aunt as residents at Oak Park Arms - one in assisted living and one in independent living. First and foremost, the administrators and staff of OPA truly care about their residents, and from that true caring flow the many great services provided by OPA to their residents. I highly recommend OPA.
Walter Terry
13:54 09 Nov 21
Great
peter monaghan
15:48 08 Nov 21
My mom has been here for nearly 4 years. I am so grateful to the wonderful people who work and manage the arms. It is super clean and the lobby area always feels positive. God bless everyone who serves the elderly!
Mary Christine Pacer
20:19 01 Nov 21
Our family is so grateful for the care, attention and support during the past 5 years when our Aunt Marge was a resident of the Oak Park Arms. Our aunt suffered with Parkinson and was initially in a one bedroom with morning and evening private care givers who watched after her to insure she was safely managing 'independent living'. After several hospitalizations, our aunt was moved to a 2 bedroom apartment at the Arms with 24-hour private care. The management team worked with us every step of the way so that she had catheter nursing care, foot care, local travel services and meals prepared. Staff checked in on her regularly and she attended Sunday services on site. The Oak Park Arms provided very safe care for her.Thank you,Jodi Pacer and family.
Linda Blaeser
03:15 06 Oct 21
I highly recommend The Oak Park Arms. It is a beautiful, clean retirement community with a lot to offer in terms of activities. The facilities in this historic building are inviting and comfortable. It is located in a great area as well. My brother lives there, and our family is very grateful for the staff, especially how they have maneuvered Covid 19 and work to keep residents safe and healthy.
Beverly Griffeth-Bryant
14:59 31 Jul 20
My mother has been a resident of Oak Park Arms since about 2009. My decision to move her into a “senior facility” was at the onset of her dementia diagnosis. My thoughts at that time were, if her dementia progressed Oak Park Arms would be a place where she could receive the next level of care. That decision has turned out be one of the best decisions I could make for my mother. Since, 2009 until the present time, my mother transitioned very well to all the activities and it was a great pleasure to hear her talk about the social enjoyment she had after every activity. My mother enjoyed going to “Sit And Fit, educational classes about history, “Senior Prom” and playing Bingo, so much that she at some point decided to conduct the Bingo games every Sunday. For the last ten years, the senior social culture at Oak Park Arms, helped hold off the inevitable of her dementia diagnosis.Recently, as a result of COVID-19, and the safety of “shelter in place” for senior facilities her dementia has progressed, along with other illnesses that senior adults contract, not related to Covid-19. While it feels as though I have been blindslided, by the current events, I can once again say, that Oak Park Arms has been the best decision I have ever made.During the past two months, my customer service experience with each member of your staff has been difficult due my mother’s condition, however, a pleasant encouraging experience with each staff encounter. I won’t name names, because I would hate to forget any of them, however, from the Home Care Staff, the beautiful cleaning lady,, front desk staff, your office staff, each director, both the kitchen/restaurant director and those who bring my mother her breakfast and lunch, great understanding and attitude when asked to deliver her food to her table, because of walking difficulties, we have both always been met with a pleasant attitude, great suggestions, and collaborative attitude when talking about services for my mother.I write this testimonial because I believe that employees, while they get paid to perform a job, recognizing and encouraging employees always results in greater engagement on behalf of the employee. Employee engagement is when an employee feels valued for their contribution and in return will leverage discretionary efforts for their organization, leaders and customers.I also believe, while we are often quick to write a complaint, we should be just as quick to write words of recognition, when we receive exemplary service.While I am still trying to figure out what is the best level of care for my mother, I am confident that she is the best place to make that happen.
Daniel OB
03:03 29 Jul 20
I cannot say enough good things about my mom's experience at the Oak Park Arms. The management and staff from top to bottom treat her like an old friend or even family. Everyone says hello and makes mom feel welcomed, appreciated and cared about. Because they all do genuinely care. And as a son making the decision to place mom in an assisted living facility, their compassion brought me great comfort as well.
Ariane Fisher
16:12 28 Jul 20
Love Oak Park Arms! The staff is so caring. My mom is at home there.
Stacy Spencer
20:26 29 Jan 20
The management team at The Oak Park Arms couldn’t be friendlier, more helpful and more welcoming to residents and visitors. There are so many events and activities, there are plenty of options for all interests. This is a caring environment for residents, new and long-term neighbors with comfortable accommodations and public areas.
Michelle Collins
21:13 15 May 18
I rarely take the time to write reviews, but I couldn't think of a better way to share our appreciation for the staff at The Oak Park Arms. My parents moved in less than a year ago and from the first meeting, were shown the greatest care to ensure that "The Arms" would be a great home for them. Unfortunately, my Dad's health declined rapidly and again, the staff provided support and compassion during the most difficult days. I am comforted to know that my Mom is supported by people such as Marzena, Desi, Levert and the team!
Bohus Blahut
21:36 11 Feb 17
I've been working with Oak Park Arms for over a year, offering occasional respite care for my mother. They have always been kind and courteous, and really understand my mother's needs. They offer many activities, short trips, and events all in what had once been a luxury hotel. Great atmosphere, and great energy from the staff we've worked with. This is my go-to place, and they've been a lifesaver every time.
