Oak Park Arms

My partner's grandmother lives here, and he went to go visit her recently. She's been having such a great time and she has her own apartment and is able to have her own autonomy, and he was able to visit and they were able to lend him a space to stay for a few days. All in all, the staff are great, the environment's great, and there are community events and overall it's a very enriching space. Five stars.

I cannot walk but I get around on a stand up rollator. The OPA is accommodating with wide doors and ramps. And better still with the empathy of the residents.

Oak Park Arms is a great choice for independent living. The staff are always gracious and supportive. Lots of options for activities. The facility is always clean and safe. I have independence to shop and go to fantastic restaurants in the Oak Park area, and numerous churches all close by. We have lectures, local musicians at the Arms weekly. My apartment is spacious and I appreciate the housekeeping staff who take care to keep my place clean and inviting. I’m so pleased to call Oak Park Arms my home.

The Oak Park Arms has been a truly wonderful place for my mother, Roze, during her time in independent living. The staff there are not just professional—they are genuinely caring, attentive, and compassionate. From the front desk to the nurses and aides, everyone treated my mother with kindness and respect, which gave our family peace of mind every single day. The environment is warm, welcoming, and vibrant, making it clear that the residents are deeply valued. It’s hard to express how comforting it was to know she was in such good hands. A special thank you to Danielle Seals and Veronica, who lead the Adult Day Care program with exceptional dedication and heart. Also a special Thanks to Miss Dorothy in the Kitchen and Dining room. She made sure mom had her meals delivered on time and always checked in on her. Overall, They made sure my mother felt engaged, supported, and safe, and their care brought so much joy to her daily routine. We truly wish we could keep her at The Oak Park Arms, but unfortunately, they do not offer memory care assisted living, which she now needs. It’s difficult to leave such a supportive and loving community, and we are incredibly grateful for all they’ve done for our family. From Top to Bottom, Thank You to EVERONE at Oak Park Arms. We will always have you guys in our hearts as a Warm, and Loving place to be. with Love and Respect, The Sy Family.

At Home at the Oak Park Arms What stronger recommendation can I offer than I could be happy living at the Arms? I was enthusiastic about my Mother’s transition to the Arms in the Fall of 20204 and have had my positive expectations affirmed. My motivation for her move was to introduce opportunities for socialization in contrast to the isolation of her single family home. Programs at the Arms are multifaceted and I regularly see flyers highlighting interesting activities posted in the elevators when I visit. Many valuable on-site services are available. My Mother’s primary needs are met without leaving the building! Continuity of her residence at the Arms is supported by affiliated agencies on location. Personal care assistance (Seals & Steingard) can be arranged as her needs increase. Medical monitoring and therapies (Interim Healthcare) can be delivered in her unit. The Arms provides more than the basic amenities of housekeeping, meal plans and salon convenience. An added delight are the preschoolers participating in the daycare program - an intergenerational shot in the arm. The atmosphere at the Arms is warmly appealing. This sense is echoed at all levels by the Staff, the Staff, the Staff (Welcoming, Attentive, Supportive) and the Residents, the Residents, the Residents (Diverse, Interesting, Helpful). This community collectively contributes to my Mother’s experience of feeling safe, engaged and comfortable. Sharon Eckhoff