St. Francis Commons Assisted Living Residence

St. Francis Commons Assisted Living Residence sits at 12 Burkle St. in Oswego, NY, and belongs to the St. Luke Family of Caring, a non-profit group that takes care of over 300 people every day in the area, and you'll find it right on the St. Luke healthcare campus, close to hospitals, pharmacies, parks, and cafes, so getting out or receiving care nearby doesn't take too much effort. The place can hold about 60 residents in either private or semi-private rooms, and every room has a private bathroom, cable TV, a kitchenette, phone, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and can come furnished if needed, with wheelchair access and support for non-ambulatory residents, so people who need help moving around can be comfortable. They run an NY State-licensed Assisted Living Program, and their help covers daily things like bathing, dressing, medication, and managing transfers, with 12-16 hour nursing care, 24-hour staff nearby, and a call button if someone needs quick help, and their team includes a Director of Senior Services, Health Services personnel, and Activities staff. The setting feels pretty warm and homelike, with shared spaces like a movie theater, activity room, arts room, library, and a dining area where they serve meals all day with options for allergies or diabetes, so eating well isn't a problem. Beyond that, there are scheduled activities and resident-run clubs, plus programs in music, fitness, and arts, and folks can go outside for programs, spa time, walking paths, or do "maker" activities, so staying busy and social is easy for those willing to join in. Housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, move-in help, and concierge services are available, so daily chores don't get overwhelming. St. Francis Commons offers a more relaxed and homelike setting compared to large nursing homes, and their goal is to let seniors keep their independence and dignity while making sure support is there as needed. Along with their own health and safety checks, they host educational and wellness programs, like health screenings across Oswego County. The residence is also connected to Bishop's Commons Enriched Housing Residence and St. Luke Health Services, so different care needs can be met on the same campus. Reviewers have given the place a 4.5 out of 5 from four reviews, and the focus seems set on a welcoming, safe community where residents can be active, comfortable, and supported each day.