Oak Village Apartments sits at 101 S 11th St in Marion, IA, and folks who are 62 and older can live there, and the building is three stories high with elevators so everyone can get around easier, and all units are one-bedroom with full kitchens, air conditioning, and electric ranges, so residents can cook and control their heating and cooling as they like, plus high-speed internet and trash removal are included with the rent, and all utilities get covered, which keeps things simple. The place has strict non-smoking rules indoors, so the air inside stays clean, and there's a free on-site laundry room that's open day and night and residents get one parking space included in the rent. The building is set up for wheelchair users and anyone else who needs extra accessibility, with features like senior-friendly bathrooms, an elevator for multi-floor access, and wide doorways, and there are outdoor and indoor common spaces where people can come together, relax, or go for walks. They let cats and dogs live with people, and there's plenty of grassy areas outside for pets too, and small pets are welcome.
Oak Village Apartments has on-site beauty and barber shops, so seniors don't have to go far if they want a haircut, and there's a large community room and a separate meeting room where folks gather for social, educational, or entertaining activities, plus a patio for sitting outside on nice days. Security is important, with a resident-controlled entry system and fire alarms throughout the property, and skilled, friendly staff are available at all times and can help with anything a resident might need, since there's 24-hour on-call maintenance and building upkeep is well respected for being clean and tidy. Supportive senior care options are tailored for anyone over 62, and the place has services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and even skilled nursing or hospice if someone needs more help later on. They also have complimentary transportation for those trips to the doctor or for running errands, and mail comes right to the building.
The apartments work for those with low or very low income, since rent is based on about 30% of whatever you receive each month, and it's all part of a Section 8 (202) program for seniors, so folks don't have to worry as much about the cost of living there and affordable housing is available. It's close to downtown Marion, and parks like Thomas Park, Squaw Creek, and the Sac and Fox Trail City Park are nearby, plus there are over thirty restaurants close, two theaters, places of worship, and, importantly, five different hospitals for emergencies and plenty of pharmacies and doctors close by. Indoor and outdoor spaces help folks stay social, whether that's through scheduled activities, games, or just meeting for coffee, and the staff works hard to keep residents active in body and mind and feeling part of a real community, and they have awards for their helpful activities program and overall living. Oak Village Apartments helps seniors find the right floorplan for their life, and there's always something on the calendar, whether you prefer quiet time or active socializing, so it's a good option if you're looking to live simply, comfortably, and with nice people around.
