Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) delivers assisted-living care that accommodates residents with a wide range of medical needs. Team members are trained to monitor and support individuals who wander, display elopement risks, remain awake throughout the night, require wound care or oxygen, follow special diets, or live with diabetes—whether managed by oral medication, injections, or sliding scale insulin. The community also serves residents under 60 and those with mild dementia, ensuring care plans are adjusted to reflect each person’s cognitive and physical profile.
Clinical oversight is reinforced by a licensed nurse on site around the clock, an RN/LPN team, and an additional nurse on call 24/7. Background-checked staff remain awake during night shifts, and security measures include wander guards, pull-cord and PERS alert systems, and continuous building monitoring. A visiting podiatrist provides on-site foot care, while direct-care aides can supply total assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. Mobility support ranges from standby help for walkers to one- or two-person transfers, full Hoyer-lift transfers, and bed-bound care, allowing residents to remain in place as their needs change.
Apartments vary, but many feature private bathrooms, kitchenettes, furnished layouts, individual climate controls, cable service, and the option to paint or decorate. Because not every unit includes every feature, prospective residents should confirm specific layouts during a tour. Independent Living residents on the same campus can receive medication-management monitoring, housekeeping, laundry, and a monthly meal plan, giving them access to services without moving to a higher level of care.
Dining offers both a set menu and made-to-order options at each meal, supported by dietitian oversight for therapeutic and diabetic diets. Snacks are available throughout the day, and staff can provide full assistance with feeding when needed, ensuring consistent nutrition for residents who have difficulty eating independently.
Amenities include resident parking, outside smoking areas, wheelchair-accessible common spaces, a barber and beauty salon, exercise room, movie room, wellness center, internet access, communal gardens, on-site religious services, scheduled transportation, and proximity to public transit. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
