Oak Forest Horizon is an independent living community designed for older adults who want to maintain an active lifestyle while having access to on-site medical support. Residents can enroll in a daily check-in program, use the 24-hour emergency response system, and schedule routine wellness assessments coordinated through local physicians. A nurse is available on a set schedule for basic health monitoring, blood pressure checks, and medication consultations, and the staff can arrange in-house lab draws or therapy visits through outside providers. This combination allows residents to live autonomously while knowing prompt medical attention is available when needed.
Beyond primary medical oversight, the community offers a range of wellness and support services intended to reduce hospital readmissions and keep residents functioning at their chosen level. Staff can help coordinate physical or occupational therapy, manage prescription refills, and schedule transportation to off-site doctor appointments. Fitness classes, chronic disease education sessions, and fall-prevention workshops are held regularly. Weekly housekeeping, linen service, and a maintenance line provide practical assistance that frees residents to focus on health goals and personal interests.
Apartments come in studio and one-bedroom layouts with step-in showers, grab bars, emergency pull cords, and individually controlled heating and cooling. Select floor plans add full kitchens, balconies, or in-unit laundry, but not every apartment includes all of these features. Cable hookups and basic utilities are provided, and small pets are allowed in designated units. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
Residents take their meals in a central dining room where two chef-prepared meals are served each day, with an optional breakfast program and snacks available throughout the day. Menus rotate on a four-week cycle and can be adjusted for low-sodium, diabetic, or other physician-ordered diets. Those who prefer to cook occasionally can use the kitchenette in their apartment if that feature is included in their layout. Room service is offered during short-term illness, and guests can purchase meal vouchers to join residents in the dining room.
