Colonial Oaks at Arlington is a senior living community in Arlington, Texas that offers assisted living, memory care, independent living, nursing home care, in-home care, and senior apartments, and while the place isn't huge, with space for 46 residents, it's made to feel safe and home-like, with cozy living spaces, large windows, carpeting, nice outdoor gardens, and indoor and outdoor common areas where folks can relax or join in on activities, and there's even a spa and a theater, a game room, and an art studio for when people want something to do besides just sit around, and you'll find folks gathering for movie nights, game nights, ice cream in the parlor, and communal meals in a private or main dining area, where the staff serves three nutritious, flavorful meals daily, made by trained chefs, with snacks in between, and they can handle special diets like gluten-free, low sodium, vegetarian, or kosher, so nearly everyone can eat well and comfortably.
Colonial Oaks puts a strong focus on comfort, independence, and safety, with person-centered care that's especially strong in memory care for residents with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, and they have a separate and secure memory care building with 24-hour supervision, a staff that's trained in dementia and behavioral care, and technology like exit alarms and bracelets to make sure residents don't wander off unnoticed, with routines that follow the Rhythm of the Day® Memory Care Program to help everyone feel settled and secure, and the staff's available around-the-clock for support, emergencies, or just lending a hand when someone needs help getting around or doing tasks like bathing, grooming, or taking their medicine.
Residents can join in lots of social and recreational programs made to fit various interests and abilities, including art therapy, music, exercise classes like Tai Chi and stretching, cooking classes, intergenerational programs, gardening, karaoke, board games, trivia, pet visits, library trips, spiritual and worship services, and community outings, plus there's support groups and education for families, and the community tries to involve loved ones as partners in care, which helps everyone feel more connected and included in daily life.
The place also gives support with things like laundry, housekeeping, and apartment maintenance, all included, and if residents need to get to appointments or want to go on outings, there's complimentary transportation plus extra options at cost, so folks don't have to worry about getting around, and people can keep their cats or dogs with them in their apartments, which makes it feel more like home for many.
Colonial Oaks at Arlington provides many health-related services on-site, including a nurse and doctor on call, staff to assist with medications (including injections and diabetic care), and visiting specialists like a podiatrist and dentist, plus physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and staff is trained to help people who have heavier care needs, who need help with things like transferring to and from a wheelchair or have behavioral or health issues that require closer monitoring.
For those who need short-term support or respite, that's an option too, with all the regular services available, and there's an ombudsman program to help handle questions or complaints, so residents and families have someone to turn to if needed. Residents live in either studio or semi-private rooms, and rooms have accessible bathrooms with showers or full tubs and safety features for those who need assistance. Utilities are included except for cable and phone. The property has a 24/7 emergency response system and awake staff at all times for peace of mind.
Families and residents have rated the community highly, with a 4.5-star review rating and consistently positive feedback, and the Seniorly score is 6.4. The facility is licensed by the state of Texas (License #: 308625). Pets are allowed, and the community accepts both men and women, with care tailored to different needs and ability levels.
Overall, Colonial Oaks at Arlington is set up to help seniors live as well as possible, whether they're independent or need memory care, with different activities and services, a welcoming and safe environment, and a team ready to support residents physically, mentally, and socially each day.
