Southern Oaks in Henderson, TN, provides assisted living with the option for respite or short-term stays. Residents who need diabetes monitoring receive daily support, and on-site physician oversight allows for routine exams and prompt response to changes in condition. A licensed speech therapist is available for residents recovering from stroke or managing other communication or swallowing challenges, ensuring continuity of therapy without the need for outside appointments.

Additional clinical resources are delivered on the premises by occupational and physical therapists who coordinate personalized plans to maintain or regain mobility and independence. The community manages incontinence needs discreetly and supports residents who require ambulatory assistance or specialized memory care. Hospice services are offered when needed, and licensed nurses supervise medication management and monitor overall health status around the clock.

Living spaces at Southern Oaks vary, and not every apartment has every feature, but options include wheelchair-accessible showers, in-unit kitchenettes, individual climate control, and Wi-Fi access. Some residences open to a deck, balcony, or patio, and select areas feature a central fireplace, piano, or views of the butterfly garden. The campus is handicap accessible throughout, offers outdoor seating areas, and provides on-site parking. Small pets are welcome in designated units.

Dining is included, and meals are prepared to match common physician-directed diets such as low-sodium, no-sugar, kosher, and vegetarian plans. Residents order from a restaurant-style menu and can invite guests to dine. Three daily meals plus snacks are served in shared dining rooms, and accommodations are made for personal taste preferences and texture-modified requirements.

Daily life is supported by an activity center, a seasonal swimming pool, and a library with computer access. Residents spend time outdoors in raised garden beds, join scheduled social outings, and celebrate birthday parties together. Regular fitness programs, live music events, and other group activities promote engagement and community interaction.