HomePlace Special Care at Oak Harbor offers two levels of residential care—Assisted Living and Memory Care—with an emphasis on medical oversight. Residents have access to an on-site physician for routine visits and monitoring, and the community coordinates directly with a speech therapist for communication or swallowing concerns. Short-term respite stays are accepted, allowing family caregivers temporary relief, and specialized diabetes management is available for insulin administration and diet control. The community is equipped to support advanced dementia conditions, providing a setting where cognitive decline can be addressed without requiring a move to another facility.
Additional clinical resources are in place around the clock. The building is staffed by an awake night shift, and hospice services can be coordinated on site when needed. A licensed nurse supervises care, while occupational, physical, and podiatry services are scheduled regularly. The environment is designed exclusively for memory support, with secured areas that help prevent wandering. Medication management, ambulatory assistance, and incontinence care are routine offerings, and caregivers provide full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting.
Residences include practical features such as wheelchair-accessible showers, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, cable TV hookups, and options for kitchenettes. Select units also provide outdoor connections through balconies, patios, or a shared deck. Common areas include a lounge with a piano for resident use and several landscaped outdoor spaces. While many rooms incorporate handicap-accessible layouts and parking is available for visitors, not every accommodation contains every feature, so prospective residents should confirm specific needs during a tour.
Dining follows an all-day model, giving residents flexibility to eat on their own schedules. A professional chef prepares three daily meals plus snacks with options that include international dishes, vegetarian selections, and menus tailored for low-sodium or no-sugar diets. Guest meals can be arranged for visiting family, encouraging social interaction at mealtime. The culinary team coordinates closely with clinical staff to align meal plans with physician directives, especially for residents managing diabetes or other medical conditions.
Beyond daily care, residents can spend time in the community library or participate in organized special-interest clubs that change throughout the year. These activities provide additional social and cognitive engagement without leaving the premises.
