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Assisted living costs in Oakland average about $3,947 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 52 communities in Oakland. Our detailed directory has 566 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. They are really nice and treat my loved one very well. My loved one really likes the staff. The food tastes really good according to my loved...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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The staff really work hard at making Mom welcome and feel at home. This is a great fit for our family. I wish there were more activities to keep the residents occupied. The food is great, they really work...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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5 stars for all categories. When we were looking, the thing that stuck out the most about Wesley House of Lindale was the rooms, they are great! The porches that they have are wonderful. The staff have...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Wesley House Assisted Living was built in 2011 and was purchased by Wesley Partners, in 20212. Wesley Partners is a family-owned company that has been in the healthcare business for 42 years and is proud to provide alternative living options to people who are unable to, or no longer want to live...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Pinehurst Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a free-standing, specialized community that is dedicated to providing a program of care and activity for persons with cognitive limitations related to Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia. We offer long-term care, short term respite stays and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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We toured this location while looking into options for our loved one. It was a very nice looking place, it was clean and the staff we met were friendly. The activities in particular looked impressive, they...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Greenbrier Nursing of Tyler
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Greenbrier Nursing and Rehab of Tyler, Texas has proudly served East Texas for over 30 years! Greenbrier is a participating member of the Chamber of Commerce and recently had a ribbon cutting celebrating the opening of a new rehab unit. We are located right off Loop 323 in a quiet neighborhood...
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We thought she had good care there, they have everything there. She was in the memory care unit and it was really good, for locally in Tyler that was the best they had to offer. I would say good things about...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Lufkin, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our state-of-the-art facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. We also...
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Moved mom in during the pandemic, many options and activities were closed. As they are starting up she has met some new friends and is settling in nicely.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Very nice place, friendly, helpful staff, and nice rooms. Lovely grounds, with nice outdoor areas to walk or sit. Several levels of living facilities. I highly recommend Oak Wood Place if you are looking...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Oakland, TX

The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $3,947 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kennard, TX with an average of $3,711 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oakland, TX vs. nearby cities

Oakland, TX
$3,947/mo
$3,936/mo
$3,901/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oakland, TX vs. the state and national average

Oakland, TX
$3,947/mo
$4,749/mo
U.S. national average
$4,617/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oakland vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,947/mo
$3,947/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Oakland, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,931/mo
Studio
$4,239/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,952/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,696/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,259/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Oakland, TX

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Oakland.

What families are saying about assisted living in Oakland

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oakland

The Oaks Assisted Living in Tyler, TX

5.0
The very best in Tyler.

Brookdale Palestine

4.9
Brookdale Palestine is the BEST. They treat the patients like family. I have been at peace knowing they will take care of my sister. The staff are wonderful with the patients. I have had my sister in several facilities. AND HANDS DOWN BROOKDALE PALESTINE IS THE BEST. The food is awesome. They ...
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East Texas Alf Reunion Inn, LLC in Tyler, TX

5.0
They have activities but he doesn't participate because he's antisocial. Before his wife died they had actually lived there before so he wanted to come back. They're smaller than most places so they can pay more attention to things, they're also a local company so there was the local touch ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and responsive administrative staff Several reviews mention the administrative staff at various communities being supportive and attentive to concerns, ensuring a smooth transition for residents and their families. For example, at Brookdale Henderson, the staff helped make the process easier for the reviewer by providing helpful ...
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Well-maintained facilities with cleanliness a priority Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on the upkeep of facilities. Residents of Meadowview Place praise the cleanliness of their living spaces and the pleasant smell that greets them every day.
Engaging activities and social opportunities Activities are often highlighted as a key feature that residents and their families enjoy. For instance, at Wesley House of Lindale, residents take part in many activities led by a terrific director, providing them with opportunities to engage with their community.
Competent and caring caregivers Reviews often praise the caregivers for their compassionate and skilled care. Families of residents at Azalea Trails Assisted Living and Memory Care express appreciation for the care their loved ones receive and the long-term relationships developed between residents and staff.
Friendly and helpful staff members Friendly and helpful staff is another feature repeatedly mentioned in reviews. At Meadowview Place, the staff make new residents and their families feel welcome and at ease, while at Brookdale Palestine, the long-term employees create a warm and supportive environment for all.
Accommodating and flexible living arrangements Several reviews mention the flexibility of communities in accommodating residents' unique needs. For example, at Brookdale Tyler East, staff help make the transition to assisted living as smooth as possible, while at Dogwood Trails Assisted Living and Memory Care, families are encouraged to ...
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Oakland review score based on 107 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 107 reviews of 44 Oakland assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oakland review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Oakland review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Oakland, TX44 facilities
8.6
Rusk, TX51 facilities
8.2
Gallatin, TX58 facilities

Review subcategories for Oakland assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 107 reviews of 44 Oakland assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oakland resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Oakland, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Oakland assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Oakland assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Oakland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oakland, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.1%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.8%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.3%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Oakland assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Oakland Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oakland, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.3%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.1%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.9%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.4%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakland assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.8%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
43.2%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.5%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.9%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.4%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.4%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
59.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
38.6%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.9%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oakland

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Texas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Oakland protect seniors.

Learn about Texas Assisted Living regulations

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Atria Willow Park, Garden Estates of Tyler and Oak Hills Terrace Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Oakland, Texas. See full list of communities.

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