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Oaks on Parkwood

2651 Laurel Oaks Dr, Bessemer, AL 35022

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Sanda

Child of resident/client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Beautiful facility that I would highly recommend based on my families experience with this Assisted Living facility.

The assisted living - high level of pleasurable experience, but the skilled nursing was not very high. The cleanliness with assisted living we were very satisfied with, but for skilled nursing it was more like mid level satisfaction. Assisted living staff were very friendly, but the staff for skilled nursing would get maybe 1/2. The quality of care for assisted living was high, and the nursing staff and business office staff was high. The meals for assisted living and skilled nursing were high and the activities were good for both. The value for cost was rather expensive on both

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Oaks on Parkwood

Oaks on Parkwood is a vibrant, involved senior living community situated on a 100-acre master-planned lot in a beautiful suburban neighborhood of Bessemer, Alabama. The community is just off Highway 150 near Birmingham’s I-459, making it easy to access everything Bessemer has to offer. Whether you enjoy shopping, hiking, or strolling historical attractions, Bessemer is a dynamic city with plenty for everyone to enjoy.

Dietician-approved restaurant-style meals and a full calendar of social, cultural, and educational activities fill residents’ days with fun, laughter, and nourishment. Residents have the option of spacious, one-story apartment homes or single-family, garden homes clustered around a glistening pond. Apartments come in a variety of floor plans and feature private patios, washers and dryers, and fully-equipped kitchens. Garden homes are all one level and come in a range of floor plans, boasting luxurious, comforting amenities. In the community’s common areas, you’ll find landscaped outdoor walking paths, a recreation and fitness center with a heated pool, a game room, an assembly hall, and much more.

In addition to Oaks on Parkwood’s well-maintained grounds and home-like living space, they employ a team of experienced, compassionate staff and caregivers to look after residents. The services they provide include both personal care...

Senior living options offered

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Independent Living


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9 out of 10
Review Score12 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.8
Cleanliness
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Care Services
4.6
Staff
4.8
Meals & Dining
4.6
Activities
4.5
Value for Cost
4.5

A Place for Mom has scored Oaks on Parkwood with 9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 0 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Oaks on Parkwood has 12 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.8 out of 5.

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Last Updated: 10/11/24

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Sanda

Independent Living

Family/friend

October 11, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Beautiful facility that I would highly recommend based on my families experience with this Assisted Living facility.

The assisted living - high level of pleasurable experience, but the skilled nursing was not very high. The cleanliness with assisted living we were very satisfied with, but for skilled nursing it was more like mid level satisfaction. Assisted living staff were very friendly, but the staff for skilled nursing would get maybe 1/2. The quality of care for assisted living was high, and the nursing staff and business office staff was high. The meals for assisted living and skilled nursing were high and the activities were good for both. The value for cost was rather expensive on both

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 30, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Highly recommend

My dad passed away [date removed]. The staff at Oaks on Parkwood were all very compassionate and respectful. I had many friends who had loved ones here previously, that was the main reason we chose this facility initially. I highly recommend Oaks on Parkwood to others looking for care for their loved ones.

William

Memory Care

Family/friend

November 17, 2023

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Recommended

My dad is currently a resident at Oaks on Parkwood and the experience at this facility has been very good for him so far. The staff are very helpful and friendly. Communication with the family is great. They keep us well informed on dad's condition and contact us immediately if there is an issue. I would recommend Oaks on Parkwood for both Memory Care and Skilled Nursing.

James

Assisted Living

Family/friend

November 15, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

No place like home

My dad is currently a resident at Oaks on Parkwood and overall it's been a very good experience for him at this facility so far. The staff has been responsive and helpful. The food must be pretty good since my dad appears to have gained a little bit of weight. I've known several friends who have had relatives at Oaks on Parkwood and I don't hesitate to recommend them to others.

AP

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 20, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for Oaks on Parkwood

They take periodic bus rides, snack trips, musicians in facility, and games. We picked this community, because it's a beautiful campus, clean facility, and was within proximity. Would have liked to have had weekly church services with mostly singing. The residents do have memory issues, and most not able to follow a message but music is a universal way to bring joy to their hearts and faces.

David P

Memory Care

Toured community

November 28, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

I toured this community and it seemed to be a good place. Clean and friendly environment.

Gary

Assisted Living

Family/friend

September 21, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

A great place for mom

It's been a very positive experience for me. I think the staff are very knowledgeable in the areas they work in. They seem to be dedicated to their jobs and their residents. Some of their activities include going outside for dinners, water aerobics, and they also have bingo. I would absolutely recommend Oaks on Parkwood to others!

G.M.

Memory Care

Family/friend

June 24, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0

Great staff - I have been very pleased with the care they provide!

I'm very satisfied with the care Oaks on Parkwood provides for my mom. Communication between myself and the community has been great. I always receive a phone call if there's an incident. They reach out very quickly after the situation with a very good explanation of what happened, and how we can work on prevention in the future. I'm always impressed that as soon as the accident happens, I'm alerted. They are also very responsive if I reach out to them first. I would absolutely recommend their community to others. I've known other people who have family members there, and I've encouraged others to do the same.

anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 27, 2022

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Happy with our choice

I really like that the facility is all on one level. The staff seem to keep a great eye on both of my parents. They are great with communication and keep my well informed. They were one of the most reasonably priced and the pricing is all inclusive. They are doing a great job with my parents and we are pleased. We have been very happy with our choice and would highly recommend them to other families.

Jeannette

Assisted Living

Toured community

August 10, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

my tour of Oaks on Parkwood

We toured this community and the tour was very good. They answered all of our questions and were very informative. They were very accommodating and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We did not feel rushed at all and they took their time with our family. I would recommend touring this community

Victoria M

Independent Living

Family/friend

February 23, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Mom approved

We chose this facility because it was a better value for the money than a lot we looked into, the location, and it is a one level facility which we liked. They also have continued care so we would not have to move her from the facility, she would just transition from levels of care. Her apartment is absolutely adorable and she feels very confident and comfortable in there. Her front door of her apartment leads out to a porch area which is very nice. We have not had any issues at all and they have been very attentive. We are very pleased with them and mom is happy here. I highly recommend them.

Loved one

Memory Care

Toured community

March 8, 2016

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0

Toured, very nice, but expensive

I toured this community while looking into care options for a loved one. This was a very nice looking place, it was well kept and clean, and all of the staff I met seemed friendly and professional. However, it was also one of the more expensive places we looked at, and out of the price range we were looking in. We ended up selecting another community, but this is somewhere I would have considered as an option for my loved one.

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