Ok Veterans Center, Talihina provides nursing-home care designed for veterans who need 24-hour clinical oversight. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants are on duty around the clock to manage medications, perform skilled treatments such as wound care and IV therapy, and monitor chronic conditions common among older adults. The facility offers rehabilitative services that include physical, occupational, and speech therapy to help residents maintain or regain functional abilities after illness or surgery. Coordination with hospice providers is available for residents who require end-of-life care, and short-term respite stays can be arranged when space permits.
Additional clinical support features include regularly scheduled physician visits, on-call medical coverage, and access to on-site pharmacy services for timely medication dispensing. Laboratory work and basic imaging can be arranged without the need for lengthy off-site trips. The center follows infection-control protocols, provides fall-prevention programs, and develops individualized care plans that are reviewed at set intervals with input from the resident, family, and Veterans Affairs representatives. Social workers and mental health professionals are part of the care team to address emotional or behavioral needs, and specialized programming is available for residents facing memory impairment.
Resident accommodations range from private to semi-private rooms, each furnished with an adjustable bed, bedside table, wardrobe or closet space, and a nurse-call system. Most rooms have a wheelchair-accessible bathroom, while a few share a common bathroom located nearby. Cable television, basic Wi-Fi, individual climate controls, and weekly housekeeping are available in many units, but not all accommodations include every feature. Common areas such as dayrooms, a barber and beauty shop, and secure outdoor courtyards give residents additional space for relaxation and social interaction.
Three nutritionally balanced meals are prepared daily under the guidance of a registered dietitian, with menu options that accommodate therapeutic diets such as low-sodium, diabetic, renal, and mechanically altered textures. Meals are typically served in a communal dining room where staff can provide assistance with eating as needed, though tray service to the resident’s room is offered when a medical condition warrants it. Snacks and hydration stations are available between meals, and residents can request menu substitutions within diet guidelines. Guest meals may be purchased with advance notice, and menu selections rotate to incorporate resident feedback and seasonal ingredients, though not every option is available at every meal.
