Oaks on Parkwood
2651 Laurel Oaks Dr, Bessemer, AL 35022
Oaks on Parkwood, situated in southwestern Jefferson County, Alabama, provides a vibrant retirement living experience with a selection of services geared toward encouraging an active, independent, and secure lifestyle. It offers rehabilitation, skilled nursing, memory care, long-term care, respite care, assisted living, specialty care assisted living, and apartment and garden home accommodations. Residents can revel in their surroundings at Oaks on Parkwood, where they can partake in various activities, appreciate maintenance-free living, and rest assured that high-quality care is available for future needs. The community boasts a diverse population that includes business owners, world travelers, community leaders, war veterans, doctors, musicians, and more, all of whom contribute to the lively and involved atmosphere. Oaks on Parkwood is not just a place to live but a community where residents can design their own lifestyle, fostering personal growth and discovery through a wide range of amenities and social opportunities.
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Community Details
Oaks on Parkwood is a 100-acre master-planned senior living community designed for choice and convenience. The neighborhood features an arched bridge, a sparkling pond, and beautifully landscaped grounds with wide sidewalks and walking paths. Residents can enjoy the community recreation and fitness center that includes an indoor, heated pool or participate in meetings and presentations using the assembly hall and business center. The community is conveniently located near the Galleria Mall and is easily accessible off Highway 150 near Birmingham’s I-459. In addition to its superb location, Oaks on Parkwood offers a maintenance-free lifestyle that extends to both the interior and exterior of the properties. With a variety of floor plans, residents can choose the style of living that best suits their individual needs, whether it's in an apartment home or a private garden home. The focus on maintenance-free living allows residents to dedicate more time to enjoying life and the community's full calendar of social, cultural, and educational events.
Details
- 100-Acre Master-Planned Community
- Arched Bridge
- Pond
- Landscaped Grounds
- Sidewalks
- Walking Paths
- Indoor Heated Pool
- Assembly Hall
- Business Center
- Maintenance-Free Lifestyle
Food and Dining
The Oaks on Parkwood provides its residents with flexible dining options that are as varied and satisfying as they are convenient. The community emphasizes the importance of fulfilling dining experiences by offering restaurant-style meals that cater to a range of preferences and dietary requirements. With an on-staff dietitian, Oaks on Parkwood ensures that the nutritional needs of each resident are met with care and expertise. The proximity to a variety of local restaurants allows residents to explore a range of culinary delights, from Cajun and comfort food to new American cuisine. These off-campus dining options, combined with the community's flexible dining plan, contribute to a lifestyle that is both enjoyable and diverse in its gastronomic offerings.
Dining
- Flexible Dining Options
- Restaurant-Style Meals
- On-Staff Dietitian
- Cajun Cuisine
- Comfort Food
- American Cuisine
Amenities
The Oaks on Parkwood provides its residents with a robust selection of amenities that cater to both the social and personal care aspects of community living. Amenities include a community recreation and fitness center, which boasts an indoor, heated pool for residents to enjoy swimming laps or relaxing. The community also features an assembly hall, a gathering room, a game room, and a business center for social and business engagements. Additional amenities include a private dining room, sitting areas with fireplaces, a beauty/barber shop, and a well-maintained calendar full of social, cultural, and educational events. Services provided at Oaks on Parkwood are focused on the well-being and convenience of its residents. These include both interior and exterior maintenance, a 24-hour emergency response system, flexible dining options with restaurant-style meals, housekeeping and laundry options, and scheduled transportation. For medical and personal needs, the community offers physician and pharmacy services, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing care, individual care plans, 24-hour skilled nursing care, long-term care, and hospice care. Therapy services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available, along with assistance for activities of daily living and medication management.
Amenities
- 100-Acre Master-Planned Community
- Arched Bridge
- Pond
- Landscaped Grounds
- Sidewalks
- Walking Paths
- Indoor Heated Pool
- Assembly Hall
- Business Center
- Maintenance-Free Lifestyle
- Community Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Indoor Heated Pool
- Assembly Hall
- Gathering Room
- Game Room
- Business Center
- Dining Room
- Fireplaces
- Beauty/Barber Shop
- Emergency Response
- Physician Services
- Pharmacy Services
- Flexible Dining Options
- Housekeeping
- Scheduled Transportation
- Skilled Nursing Care
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Hospice Care
Activities
Activities
Residents of Oaks on Parkwood can fill their calendar with a variety of social, cultural, and educational events that the community organizes regularly. Programs that encourage interaction among residents and with the wider community are a staple, offering everyone the chance to engage in meaningful and enjoyable activities. Whether it's taking part in an art class, enjoying a concert with friends, or hosting a civic group meeting in the assembly hall, residents have ample opportunities to pursue personal interests and hobbies. The surrounding area also presents residents with a wealth of options for dining, shopping, hiking, and exploring historical attractions. Given the community's convenient location and its commitment to scheduled transportation, residents can easily access and experience the vibrant local culture and entertainment opportunities that the southwestern Jefferson County region has to offer.
Amenities
- Social Events
- Cultural Events
- Educational Events
- Art Classes
- Concerts
- Civic Group Meetings
- Dining
- Shopping
- Hiking
- Historical Attractions
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