Top assisted living communities in Tulsa, ranked by ChatGPT answers

Places ChatGPT showed

• The Parke Assisted Living · 4.9★ · Assisted living facility
• Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living · 4.9★ · Assisted living facility
• The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care · 4.8★ · Assisted living facility
• The Grove at Midtown · 4.3★ · Assisted living facility
• Legend at Tulsa Hills · 4.6★ · Assisted living facility
• Senior Star at Burgundy Place · 4.6★ · Retirement community
• Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living · 4.2★ · Assisted living facility
• Covenant Living at Inverness · 4.3★ · Assisted living facility
• Trinity Woods · 4.4★ · Assisted living facility
• Scandia Retirement Community · 4.9★ · Retirement community

If you’re looking for assisted living in Tulsa, I’d put the most attention on communities that combine strong recent reviews, good staffing/care reputation, and the right level of services—not simply the highest Google rating.

Based on current local listings and recent family/resident reviews, these are the Tulsa communities I’d shortlist first:

My top Tulsa assisted-living shortlist

• The Parke Assisted Living — 4.9/5 from 143 reviews. A strong option if you want a dedicated assisted-living setting with a very strong overall local reputation.
• Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living — 4.9/5 from 31 reviews. Particularly worth touring if you're looking for a smaller, more focused assisted-living environment.
• The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care — 4.8/5 from 43 reviews. Good choice to investigate if memory care might eventually be needed as well.
• The Grove at Midtown — 4.3/5 from 55 local reviews; Caring.com currently lists it at 4.6/5 from 13 reviews and highlights its assisted-living offering.
• Legend at Tulsa Hills — 4.6/5 from 57 reviews. A particularly interesting option for families wanting assisted living plus memory-care capabilities; recent family reviews emphasize communication and transparency.
• Senior Star at Burgundy Place — 4.6/5 from 29 reviews. Worth including on a south-Tulsa tour.
• Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living — 4.2/5 from 74 reviews. An established assisted-living option with a relatively substantial review history.
• Covenant Living at Inverness — 4.3/5 from 86 local reviews. This is a continuing-care community, so it's especially worth considering if you want the possibility of moving through different levels of care without leaving the campus. Caring.com rates it 3.9/5 from 21 reviews and confirms assisted living, independent living and nursing care.
• Trinity Woods — 4.4/5 from 32 local reviews. Another continuing-care option; Caring.com currently gives it 4.4/5 from 20 reviews.

One I'd investigate carefully

Scandia Retirement Community has an impressive 4.9/5 local rating from 60 reviews and is frequently highly rated in Tulsa senior-living comparisons. However, its care mix and suitability for a person who already needs substantial hands-on assistance should be verified directly rather than assuming that a high overall senior-living rating means it's the best assisted-living choice.

What about Montereau?

Montereau is one of Tulsa's best-known upscale continuing-care communities, with assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and independent living. Caring.com currently shows 4.1/5 from 18 reviews.

I'd tour it, but I wouldn't automatically rank it #1. There are both very positive and very negative recent reviews, including a detailed negative review from June 2026, so I'd ask particularly pointed questions about staffing, food, maintenance and how management handles complaints.

How I'd narrow it down

For a parent or spouse, I'd probably tour 4–5 communities, rather than trying to compare 30+ facilities online. Tulsa currently has roughly 33 assisted-living communities represented in A Place for Mom's comparison, with 157 recent family reviews, so there is plenty of choice.

My initial tour list would be:

1. The Parke
2. Oxford Springs
3. The Stonehaven
4. Legend at Tulsa Hills
5. Covenant Living at Inverness — particularly if long-term care planning matters

The biggest thing I'd want to know before recommending one over another is how much care the resident needs. For example, assistance with medications and bathing is a very different situation from someone who needs two-person transfers, incontinence care, or substantial dementia supervision.

If you tell me the person's approximate age, whether they have dementia/memory issues, how much help they need with bathing/dressing/toileting/medications, and your approximate monthly budget, I can narrow this to the 3 best Tulsa communities for that specific situation, including estimated costs and what to ask on each tour.

Places ChatGPT showed

• The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care · 4.8★ · Assisted living facility
• The Parke Assisted Living · 4.9★ · Assisted living facility
• Legend at Tulsa Hills · 4.6★ · Assisted living facility
• Trinity Woods · 2.3★ · Retirement home
• Legend At Mingo Road · 4.1★ · Assisted living residence
• Saint Simeon's Senior Community · 4.1★ · Assisted living facility

If the senior mainly needs medication management plus hands-on help with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, or other daily activities, I’d put the following Tulsa-area communities near the top of the list. Tulsa has a fairly large selection—one current directory identifies 17 assisted-living communities in the city, with medication management reported at most of them.

My top choices

1. The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care — South Tulsa
2. Best overall fit for increasing care needs.
3. Offers assistance with bathing, dressing, mobility and medication management, with licensed nursing oversight and care plans that can change as needs change. Staff are available around the clock.
4. It also has memory care on the same campus, which is valuable if cognitive impairment becomes an issue later.
5. Current public reviews are strong: about 4.8/5 from 40 reviews in the business listing.
6. The Parke Assisted Living — South Tulsa
7. Best for a smaller, more traditional assisted-living environment.
8. It is a licensed 70-resident community, and its additional care services include medication management and help with ADLs such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
9. It has particularly strong family-review scores—about 4.9/5 from 141 reviews in the current business listing.
10. One thing I'd specifically ask about is which services are included in the base monthly fee versus billed as additional care.
11. Legend at Tulsa Hills — Southwest Tulsa
12. Best for clearly structured, personalized care.
13. Its Tailored Services program adjusts assistance to the resident's needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility and medication management. Licensed nursing support is available 24/7.
14. It also has memory care, so there's a pathway if dementia-related needs develop.
15. The community currently lists assisted living starting around $5,680/month, although the actual price will depend on the apartment and care needs.
16. Trinity Woods — Midtown Tulsa
17. Best if you want a continuing-care community.
18. Its Holliman Center specifically provides help with bathing, dressing and medication management, using licensed staff and certified caregivers, with an all-inclusive rate.
19. There are also memory-care and higher-care options on the campus, which can make aging in place easier.
20. It has a relatively small assisted-living component—40 apartments—which may appeal to families wanting a less massive setting.
21. Legend At Mingo Road — South Tulsa
22. Worth comparing with Stonehaven if South Tulsa is convenient.
23. Assisted living includes bathing, dressing, medication management and mobility assistance, with individualized care plans and on-site nursing.
24. It also offers memory care on the same campus.

One more I'd consider

Saint Simeon's Senior Community is particularly interesting if the senior may eventually need nursing care or rehabilitation, because it's a continuing-care community with assisted living, memory care, long-term nursing and skilled nursing/rehab. Its assisted living provides nursing supervision and help with dressing, bathing and medication management.

How I'd narrow the list

For someone who already needs medication administration and daily hands-on care, my initial tour shortlist would be:

Community	Why I'd tour it
Stonehaven	Strong combination of ADL care, medication management, nursing oversight + memory care
The Parke	Strong reviews and smaller assisted-living setting
Legend at Tulsa Hills	Very clearly defined, customizable care program
Trinity Woods	All-inclusive assisted living + multiple future care levels
Legend at Mingo Road	Similar strong care model, convenient South Tulsa location

The biggest thing I would not decide from online reviews is staffing. During each tour, ask: “If my parent needs help getting dressed at 7 a.m., assistance toileting at 2 a.m., and medications at the scheduled time, who actually provides that care, and how many caregivers are on that floor during each shift?” Also ask whether medication administration, incontinence care, two-person transfers, and nighttime assistance cost extra.

If you tell me the senior's approximate age, whether they have dementia, how much help they need (e.g. bathing only vs. transfers/toileting), and your monthly budget, I can narrow these to the 3 best Tulsa communities for that specific situation, including current pricing and what families say about each one.

Places ChatGPT showed

• Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living · 2.3★ · Assisted living facility
• The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care · 4.8★ · Assisted living facility
• Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living · 5.0★ · Assisted living facility
• The Grove at Midtown · 4.3★ · Assisted living facility
• Saint Simeon's Senior Community · 4.1★ · Assisted living facility
• Legend At Mingo Road · 4.1★ · Assisted living residence
• Trinity Woods · 2.3★ · Retirement home

If activities, dining, and social life are your top priorities, I’d put these Tulsa-area communities at the top of the tour list. I’m weighting both the breadth of programming and what residents/families actually say about the experience—not simply the number of amenities advertised.

My top 5

1\. Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living — Best for sheer activity volume

★ 2.3 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Aberdeen%20Heights%20Assisted%20Living%2C7220%20S%20Yale%20Ave%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074136%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://www.aberdeenheights.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-731-3282)

This would be my first tour for someone who wants a busy, social lifestyle.

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2\. The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care — Best balance of dining + activities + social atmosphere

• The community says it offers 300+ activities, events and classes per month—including outings, movies, painting, games, exercise, faith services and regular happy hours.
• There are multiple gathering spaces—game room, activity room, library, living room, courtyard, dining room and chapel—which makes spontaneous socializing easier.
• Private dining is available for family celebrations.
• The combination of scheduled activities and communal spaces makes it particularly attractive for someone who doesn't want to spend much time alone.

Best for: an outgoing resident who wants something happening most days.

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2\. The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care — Best balance of dining + activities + social atmosphere

★ 4.8 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=The%20Stonehaven%20Assisted%20Living%20and%20Memory%20Care%2C10802%20E%2081st%20St%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://legendseniorliving.com/find-a-community/oklahoma/the-stonehaven/?utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-917-2031)

Stonehaven stands out to me as one of the strongest all-around choices.

Its activity calendar includes gardening, cookie decorating, themed celebrations, live entertainment, patio gatherings, Wii bowling, restaurant outings and excursions around Tulsa.

Dining is also unusually central to the social experience: chef-prepared meals, seasonal menus and themed food events are designed around gathering with neighbors rather than simply eating a meal.

Best for: someone who wants a genuinely social community but doesn't necessarily need a giant activity calendar.

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3\. Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living — Best smaller-community feel

★ 5.0 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Oxford%20Springs%20Tulsa%20Assisted%20Living%2C8231%20S%20Mingo%20Rd%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://oxfordseniorliving.com/senior-living/ok/tulsa/s-mingo-rd/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-615-8135)

Oxford Springs looks particularly good if the resident would prefer relationships and familiarity over a huge campus.

The Life Engagement program includes book clubs, bingo, cooking classes, musical performances, outings, exercise and other social activities. The community specifically describes its programming as being shaped by residents' interests.

It also has a communal dining room specifically designed for shared meals and conversation, along with gathering spaces, activity rooms and an outdoor courtyard.

Best for: someone who wants to know the other residents and staff rather than live in a large, impersonal facility.

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4\. The Grove at Midtown — Best for a lively, upbeat atmosphere

★ 4.3 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=The%20Grove%20at%20Midtown%2C5211%20S%20Lewis%20Ave%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074105%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://compass-living.com/community/the-grove-at-midtown/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-505-9516)

The Grove gets particularly interesting when you look at resident/family commentary rather than just the amenity list. Recent reviews describe residents enjoying breakfast together, fitness activities and the overall energy of the community.

It offers assisted living and memory care, with common areas, dining, outdoor spaces, transportation and programming intended to encourage residents to spend time together.

Best for: someone who wants an energetic, friendly environment with lots of interaction.

One caveat: I'd specifically sample the food during a tour. Reviews are somewhat less consistent about dining quality than the feedback on the social atmosphere.

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5\. Saint Simeon's Senior Community — Best for a distinctive campus/community experience

★ 4.1 · Assisted living facility · Closed

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Saint%20Simeon%27s%20Senior%20Community%2C3701%20M.L.K.%20Jr%20Blvd%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074106%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://saintsimeons.org/senior-care-services/assisted-living/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-425-3583)

Saint Simeon's is worth considering if the resident values beautiful surroundings, activities and a strong sense of community.

Reviews and community information point to plentiful activities, social opportunities, therapy animals, church services and attractive grounds with views, courtyards and communal gathering areas.

It's a somewhat different experience from the newer, more resort-like communities, but that can be a plus for the right person.

Best for: someone who values community character, grounds and relationships as much as flashy amenities.

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Two others I'd seriously consider

Legend At Mingo Road

★ 4.1 · Assisted living residence · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Legend%20At%20Mingo%20Road%2C7902%20S%20Mingo%20Rd%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://legendseniorliving.com/find-a-community/oklahoma/legend-at-mingo-road/?utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-393-2825)

A strong choice if food and resident-driven programming are particularly important. Its Life Enrichment programming includes social gatherings, creative activities, fitness, educational sessions, spiritual programs and outings. Recent Tulsa-area reviews specifically praise the food at this community.

Trinity Woods

★ 2.3 · Retirement home · Closed

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Trinity%20Woods%2C4134%20E%2031st%20St%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074135%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://trinitywoodstulsa.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-743-2565)

This is worth a tour if you're looking for a full continuum of senior living rather than standalone assisted living. The assisted-living building includes a full-service restaurant and other campus amenities, with higher levels of care available on the same campus.

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How I'd rank them for your three priorities

Community	Activities	Dining	Social life	My take
Aberdeen Heights	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Best activity calendar
Stonehaven	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Best overall balance
Oxford Springs	⭐⭐⭐⭐½	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Best intimate/relationship-oriented option
The Grove at Midtown	⭐⭐⭐⭐½	⭐⭐⭐½	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Very lively atmosphere
Saint Simeon's	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐½	Best campus character
Legend at Mingo Road	⭐⭐⭐⭐½	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	⭐⭐⭐⭐½	Particularly strong food/programming

For context, Tulsa assisted-living communities overall score about 3.1/5 for both activities and meals in A Place for Mom's recent review data, so I'd put considerably more weight on community-specific feedback than on the generic amenities list.

If this were my family member

I'd tour Stonehaven, Aberdeen Heights, Oxford Springs and The Grove first. I'd try to arrange each visit around lunchtime, rather than just taking a sales tour.

During each visit, I'd ask:

• “Can we eat a regular resident lunch today?”
• “How many residents typically participate in activities?”
• “What happens on a Saturday evening?”
• “How many residents eat in the dining room versus their apartments?”
• “Can we see last month's actual activity calendar?”
• “What activities do residents themselves request?”
• “Could we talk privately with two residents who aren't accompanied by staff?”

That last question is especially valuable. A community can have 50 activities on a calendar and still have weak social life if few residents actually attend.

If you tell me the resident's age, approximate monthly budget, and whether they are fairly independent or need substantial help, I can narrow this to the 3 best Tulsa communities to tour and compare current pricing, apartment sizes, dining, activities, staffing and reviews.

Places ChatGPT showed

• Legend At Mingo Road · 4.1★ · Assisted living residence
• Covenant Living at Inverness · 3.0★ · Retirement community
• Saint Simeon's Senior Community · 4.1★ · Assisted living facility
• Trinity Woods · 2.3★ · Retirement home
• The Villages at Southern Hills · 2.7★ · Nursing home
• Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living · 5.0★ · Assisted living facility

Yes. Based on the most recent public inspection and staffing data I could find, I would put these Tulsa-area communities at the top of the list for caregiver/nursing quality, with an important caveat: Oklahoma does not give assisted-living communities a federal CMS star rating the way it does nursing homes. So I weighted state inspection history, evidence of adequate staffing, nurse turnover, and the strength of the nursing operation rather than relying primarily on online reviews.

My top choices

1\. Legend At Mingo Road — strongest assisted-living-specific record

★ 4.1 · Assisted living residence · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Legend%20At%20Mingo%20Road%2C7902%20S%20Mingo%20Rd%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://legendseniorliving.com/find-a-community/oklahoma/legend-at-mingo-road/?utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-393-2825)

This would be one of my first communities to tour.

• Oklahoma inspection records show three inspections in the last two years, with no deficiencies cited in any of them.
• Its April 2025 full relicensure survey specifically found that staffing met state requirements.
• Inspectors described residents as clean and well-groomed and staff as attentive.
• The community provides assisted living and memory care and has licensed nursing on site.

Why I like it: The evidence is directly about assisted living rather than extrapolating from a nursing-home unit, and the recent inspection record is unusually clean.

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2\. Covenant Living at Inverness — best overall nursing infrastructure

★ 3.0 · Retirement community · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Covenant%20Living%20at%20Inverness%2C3800%20West%2071st%20St%20S%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074132%2C%20United%20States) [Website](http://covlivinginverness.org/?_vsrefdom=googlemap-organic-seo-local-%E2%80%93-google-map&CMM=63adc8debf52cd45f9b2549c&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=legacy-covenant-living-at-inverness&utm_content=seo-local-%E2%80%93-google-map&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 877-673-9286)

If the resident may eventually need substantial nursing care, I'd put Covenant very high on the list.

Its skilled-nursing operation currently has:

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4\. Trinity Woods — potentially excellent, but I'd investigate one incident

• 5/5 overall CMS rating
• 5/5 health-inspection rating
• 4/5 staffing rating
• 3.83 nursing hours per resident per day
• Nursing-staff turnover of 42.6%, substantially below Oklahoma's 55.5% average
• No fines in the current three-year record.

The facility is a nonprofit continuing-care community, so there's also a major advantage if someone moves from assisted living to a higher level of care without leaving the campus.

Caveat: Its most recent federal nursing-home inspection was in 2024, so I'd specifically ask to see current assisted-living staffing levels by shift.

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3\. Saint Simeon's Senior Community — excellent nursing depth and a strong inspection record

★ 4.1 · Assisted living facility · Closed

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Saint%20Simeon%27s%20Senior%20Community%2C3701%20M.L.K.%20Jr%20Blvd%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074106%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://saintsimeons.org/senior-care-services/assisted-living/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-425-3583)

Saint Simeon's is particularly interesting for someone who may need increasing care over time. It offers assisted living, memory care, long-term nursing and skilled rehabilitation on one campus.

The most recent state visits found:

• No deficiencies on two consecutive inspections
• Staffing met the state's requirements during the 2024 visit
• Inspectors found staff interacting appropriately with residents and providing needed assistance.

There is one historical concern worth knowing: a 2023 inspection found that several newly hired direct-care staff had not completed required CPR/first-aid training. That is not the most recent picture, but I'd ask how their current orientation and competency testing works.

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4\. Trinity Woods — potentially excellent, but I'd investigate one incident

★ 2.3 · Retirement home · Closed

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Trinity%20Woods%2C4134%20E%2031st%20St%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074135%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://trinitywoodstulsa.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-743-2565)

Trinity Woods has a 5-star health-inspection rating and 5-star staffing rating for its skilled-nursing operation, which is a very strong signal about its nursing infrastructure.

Its October 2025 full state relicensure inspection found no deficiencies.

However, there was a serious 2024 incident in which an aide struck a resident with dementia after the resident struck the aide. The aide was terminated, the incident was substantiated, and the facility retrained staff; the state subsequently verified the correction.

My take: I wouldn't automatically eliminate Trinity Woods, but I would ask the administrator exactly what has changed in dementia-care training, supervision, and staff competency testing since that incident.

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5\. The Villages at Southern Hills — excellent inspection record, but staffing isn't as strong as the others

★ 2.7 · Nursing home · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=The%20Villages%20at%20Southern%20Hills%2C5721%20S%20Lewis%20Ave%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074105%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://villagesatsouthernhills.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-447-6447)

This is another community I'd tour, particularly if you want a larger continuing-care campus.

Its nursing operation has:

• 5/5 health-inspection rating
• 5/5 overall CMS rating
• 4.06 nursing hours/resident/day
• Nursing-staff turnover of 51.8%, slightly better than the Oklahoma average.

The weakness is staffing: CMS rates it only 3/5 for staffing, and weekend nursing hours are notably weaker than weekday staffing.

So I'd rank it below Covenant and Trinity Woods if caregiver availability is your #1 criterion.

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One community I'd investigate very carefully

Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living has an otherwise attractive assisted-living profile and passed its March 2025 relicensure inspection without deficiencies.

But a November 2025 complaint investigation found a very serious transfer-care failure: a resident requiring a two-person transfer was moved by one aide without a gait belt, resulting in a fall, severe head injuries and subsequent death. The facility terminated the aide, retrained direct-care staff and instituted nurse-observed transfer checks; the state verified correction in January 2026.

I wouldn't necessarily rule it out, but if your loved one has mobility, fall-risk or transfer needs, I'd put the incident at the top of the questions list.

My shortlist

If I were choosing for a parent, I'd start with:

Community	My assessment
Legend at Mingo Road	⭐ Best assisted-living-specific inspection record
Covenant Living at Inverness	⭐ Best combination of nursing quality + low turnover
Saint Simeon's	⭐ Strong nursing depth and continuing care
Trinity Woods	⭐ Excellent current nursing ratings; investigate past abuse incident
The Villages at Southern Hills	⭐ Excellent inspections, but staffing is less impressive

One important point: “best-trained” is harder to establish from public records than “best-staffed.” Inspection records can tell us whether training deficiencies were discovered, but they generally don't tell us whether one community's caregivers are better trained than another's. For that, I'd want to ask each community for its orientation hours, dementia training, medication-training requirements, annual competency testing, CNA turnover, agency/temporary-staff percentage, and nurse coverage on nights and weekends.

If you tell me the resident's needs (for example, independent with medications, needs help bathing/dressing, dementia, fall risk, incontinence, or complex medical needs), I can narrow this to the 3 Tulsa communities I'd actually tour first and give you a specific list of questions to ask each administrator.

Places ChatGPT showed

• The Parke Assisted Living · 4.9★ · Assisted living facility
• Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living · 5.0★ · Assisted living facility
• The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care · 4.8★ · Assisted living facility
• BeeHive Homes of South Tulsa · 5.0★ · Assisted living facility
• Legend at Tulsa Hills · 4.6★ · Assisted living facility
• Canoe Brook Broken Arrow · 4.7★ · Assisted living residence

If you’re looking around Tulsa and the immediate suburbs, several communities stand out. I’d put more weight on rating + number of reviews + consistency of care-related comments than on a perfect score with only a handful of reviews.

Highest-rated assisted living options

Community	Current rating\*	Reviews	Why it stands out
The Parke Assisted Living	4.9/5	141	Excellent combination of high rating and substantial review volume; families frequently praise attentive staff and a family-like atmosphere.
Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living	5.0/5	27	Smaller community with particularly strong comments about personalized attention and caregiver relationships.
The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care	4.8/5	40	Strong reviews for attentive care, communication and a close-knit atmosphere; also has dedicated memory care.
BeeHive Homes of South Tulsa	5.0/5	8	Very small, residential-style setting; excellent reviews, but the sample is too small to compare directly with The Parke.
Legend at Tulsa Hills	4.6/5	56	Good combination of review volume and rating; offers assisted living and memory care with personalized care plans.
Canoe Brook Broken Arrow	4.7/5	23	Strong option just outside Tulsa in Broken Arrow; families often highlight caring staff and activities.

\*Google/local-business ratings retrieved currently; ratings can change.

A separate 2026 comparison using 952 public family reviews ranks The Parke #1, Oxford Springs #2, and The Stonehaven #3 among Tulsa assisted-living communities. Its overall Tulsa average is 4.4/5.

My shortlist

If I were narrowing this to three communities to tour first, I'd choose:

1. The Parke — probably the strongest all-around choice because the 4.9 rating is backed by a very large number of reviews.
2. Oxford Springs — especially worth considering if you want a smaller, more personalized environment. Reviews emphasize individualized attention and long-tenured caregivers.
3. The Stonehaven — particularly compelling if assisted living may eventually need to transition to memory care, since both are offered on the same campus.

One caution: BeeHive Homes of South Tulsa has a perfect 5.0 but only eight reviews, so I wouldn't automatically rank it above communities with dozens or hundreds of reviews.

What I'd investigate during a tour

Online ratings are a useful first filter, but for assisted living I'd specifically ask about:

• Staffing on evenings, nights and weekends
• Average call-light response time
• Staff turnover and how long the current caregivers have worked there
• How much hands-on assistance is included versus billed separately
• Medication management
• What happens if the resident's care needs increase
• Availability of memory care if dementia becomes an issue
• Whether a nurse is physically on-site overnight
• Recent state inspections and any deficiencies
• Total monthly cost after care-level fees, medication management, transportation, etc.

Interestingly, the latest Tulsa review analysis found that families most often praise caring/attentive staff, while staffing levels, communication, and cost/billing are among the recurring concerns.

If you tell me the senior's approximate age, care needs (e.g. mobility, dementia, medication help), and monthly budget, I can narrow these down to the 3–5 best fits and compare estimated costs, services, location, and reviews.

Places ChatGPT showed

• The Parke Assisted Living · 4.9★ · Assisted living facility
• Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living · 5.0★ · Assisted living facility
• The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care · 4.8★ · Assisted living facility
• Legend at Tulsa Hills · 4.6★ · Assisted living facility
• BeeHive Homes of South Tulsa · 5.0★ · Assisted living facility
• Saint Simeon's Senior Community · 4.1★ · Assisted living facility

If you’re looking in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area, I’d put these communities at the top of the tour list. I’m weighting family reviews, consistency of reputation, care offerings, community size/style, and current information, rather than simply picking the highest star rating.

My top Tulsa-area choices

Community	Best for	Current reputation
The Parke Assisted Living	Best overall assisted living	⭐ 4.9, ~140+ reviews
Oxford Springs Tulsa	Smaller, personal community	⭐ 4.9–5.0, ~30 reviews
The Stonehaven	Assisted living + memory care	⭐ 4.7–4.8, ~40 reviews
Legend at Tulsa Hills	Strong all-around care + amenities	⭐ 4.6, ~55 reviews
BeeHive Homes of South Tulsa	Small, home-like setting	⭐ 5.0, but only 8 reviews
Saint Simeon's	Continuing-care campus	⭐ 4.1, but broader care continuum
The Grove at Midtown	Midtown location / active lifestyle	⭐ 4.3, ~55 reviews

1\. The Parke Assisted Living — my first tour

My top Tulsa-area choices

Community	Best for	Current reputation
The Parke Assisted Living	Best overall assisted living	⭐ 4.9, ~140+ reviews
Oxford Springs Tulsa	Smaller, personal community	⭐ 4.9–5.0, ~30 reviews
The Stonehaven	Assisted living + memory care	⭐ 4.7–4.8, ~40 reviews
Legend at Tulsa Hills	Strong all-around care + amenities	⭐ 4.6, ~55 reviews
BeeHive Homes of South Tulsa	Small, home-like setting	⭐ 5.0, but only 8 reviews
Saint Simeon's	Continuing-care campus	⭐ 4.1, but broader care continuum
The Grove at Midtown	Midtown location / active lifestyle	⭐ 4.3, ~55 reviews

★ 4.9 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=The%20Parke%20Assisted%20Living%2C7821%20E%2076th%20St%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://theparke.net/?v=2&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-249-1262)

7821 E 76th St, Tulsa

The Parke stands out because it combines an unusually strong review record with a smaller, locally owned model. It has a one-story layout, apartment-style residences with kitchens, 24-hour staff, individualized care plans, transportation, activities and wellness services. The community says the owners are personally involved.

It currently has about 4.9/5 from 140+ Google reviews, and independent 2026 comparisons also put it at the top of Tulsa's assisted-living rankings.

Why I'd tour it: excellent reputation + smaller/local feel + straightforward assisted living rather than a huge campus.

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2\. Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living — best smaller-community option

★ 5.0 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Oxford%20Springs%20Tulsa%20Assisted%20Living%2C8231%20S%20Mingo%20Rd%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://oxfordseniorliving.com/senior-living/ok/tulsa/s-mingo-rd/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-615-8135)

8231 S Mingo Rd, Tulsa

Oxford Springs is particularly interesting if your priority is personal attention and a smaller environment. It offers studio and one-bedroom apartments, medication management, help with bathing/dressing/toileting/mobility, activities, fitness, restaurant-style dining, transportation, housekeeping and laundry.

Family reviews frequently emphasize staff knowing residents personally and good communication. The current Google rating is approximately 5.0 with about 27 reviews, while other review aggregators put it around 4.7–4.9.

Why I'd tour it: potentially a particularly good fit for someone who doesn't want a large institutional-feeling community.

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3\. The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care — best if memory care may eventually be needed

★ 4.8 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=The%20Stonehaven%20Assisted%20Living%20and%20Memory%20Care%2C10802%20E%2081st%20St%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://legendseniorliving.com/find-a-community/oklahoma/the-stonehaven/?utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-917-2031)

10802 E 81st St, Tulsa

Stonehaven offers both assisted living and dedicated memory care, making it attractive if you want to avoid another move if dementia care becomes necessary later. It has studio, one- and two-bedroom assisted-living options and smaller memory-care suites.

Its reputation is particularly good for attentive staff, relatively low turnover and family communication. Current ratings are around 4.7–4.8/5 with roughly 40 reviews.

Why I'd tour it: very good combination of assisted living and memory care.

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4\. Legend at Tulsa Hills — best for amenities + care flexibility

★ 4.6 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Legend%20at%20Tulsa%20Hills%2C701%20West%2071st%20St%20S%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074132%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://legendseniorliving.com/find-a-community/oklahoma/legend-at-tulsa-hills/?utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-338-6788)

701 W 71st St S, Tulsa

Legend offers both assisted living and memory care and has a more extensive amenity/programming package: restaurant-style dining, activities and outings, theater, salon, indoor/outdoor common spaces and transportation. Assisted living includes 24-hour support and licensed nursing oversight.

The current community rating is around 4.6/5 with 55+ reviews.

One advantage I particularly like is its Tailored Services approach: care is adjusted to the individual's needs rather than treating every resident identically.

Why I'd tour it: good choice when you want a larger, polished community with lots of activities and the ability to transition into memory care.

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5\. BeeHive Homes of South Tulsa — best small/home-like option

★ 5.0 · Assisted living facility

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=BeeHive%20Homes%20of%20South%20Tulsa%2C10201%20S%20Yale%20Ave%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074137%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://beehivehomes.com/locations/tulsa?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-505-2717)

10201 S Yale Ave, Tulsa

BeeHive is worth seeing if your loved one would thrive in a small residential setting rather than a large senior-living building. It provides assisted living and memory care, including a secured environment for residents with dementia.

The current rating is 5.0, although there are only about 8 reviews, so I'd put less statistical weight on that rating than The Parke's 140+ reviews.

Why I'd tour it: the intimate scale could be a major advantage for someone who gets overwhelmed in large communities.

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6\. Saint Simeon's Senior Community — best continuing-care option

★ 4.1 · Assisted living facility · Closed

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Saint%20Simeon%27s%20Senior%20Community%2C3701%20M.L.K.%20Jr%20Blvd%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074106%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://saintsimeons.org/senior-care-services/assisted-living/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-425-3583)

3701 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Tulsa

Saint Simeon's is different from the first five. It's a nonprofit continuing-care community with assisted living, memory care, long-term nursing care and skilled nursing/rehabilitation on the same campus. It also has specialized Parkinson's programming.

I'd consider it particularly seriously if you're looking for a place where your loved one can potentially remain within one organization as care needs become more complex.

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A couple I'd investigate carefully

The Grove at Midtown has a good overall reputation and offers assisted living and memory care, including a women-only memory-care neighborhood. However, some recent family feedback has raised concerns about staffing/response times, so I'd specifically ask about current staffing ratios and call-response times during a tour.

I'd also be cautious about making Aberdeen Heights a first choice. Although it has attractive facilities and a longstanding presence, recent reviews have included complaints about staffing, call-light response and bathing assistance.

My shortlist

If I were helping my own family narrow this down, I'd start with:

1. The Parke — strongest overall combination of reputation and smaller-community feel.
2. Oxford Springs — especially compelling if personalized attention is the priority.
3. The Stonehaven — excellent choice if memory care could eventually be relevant.
4. Legend at Tulsa Hills — strongest choice for amenities, programming and flexible care.
5. BeeHive Homes South Tulsa — tour if a very small, home-like environment appeals.

There are currently about 17 assisted-living communities listed specifically in Tulsa, with considerably more if you include nearby Broken Arrow, Owasso and other suburbs. Across Tulsa communities, family reviews average roughly 4.4/5, but staffing and communication are among the most common areas of concern—exactly why I'd visit several rather than choosing based on ratings alone.

One important caveat

Online ratings shouldn't be your final decision criterion. During a tour, I'd ask to see the actual resident apartments, dining room and medication area; ask how many caregivers are working on the evening/weekend shift; ask for current staff-turnover information; and ask exactly what happens when a resident's care needs exceed the community's license.

If you tell me the approximate age, care needs (including whether dementia is involved), preferred part of Tulsa, and monthly budget, I can narrow this to the 3 best matches and compare their current pricing, care levels, room types, and pros/cons.

Places ChatGPT showed

• The Parke Assisted Living · 4.9★ · Assisted living facility
• University Village Retirement Community · 3.0★ · Assisted living facility
• The Grove at Midtown · 4.3★ · Assisted living facility
• The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care · 4.8★ · Assisted living facility
• Legend at Tulsa Hills · 4.6★ · Assisted living facility
• Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living · 5.0★ · Assisted living facility

Based on current 2026 pricing and review data, The Parke, University Village, and The Grove at Midtown stand out as the best value choices in Tulsa. I’d also put Stonehaven and Legend at Tulsa Hills on the tour list.

Tulsa’s published assisted-living starting prices vary substantially depending on room type and care level; one current dataset puts the typical Tulsa starting price around $4,372/month, while other estimates are lower because they mix shared rooms and different care assumptions.

My best-value shortlist

Community	Current starting price\*	Value assessment	Why I like it
The Parke Assisted Living	~$3,500–$4,657	Excellent	Strong reviews, apartment-style living, simple pricing
University Village Retirement Community	$4,195 all-inclusive	Excellent	Lots included; continuum from independent to assisted to nursing
The Grove at Midtown	$4,195 studio	Very good	Meals, transportation, housekeeping/laundry, therapies and activities included
The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care	$4,730 official starting price	Very good	Strong amenities and care model; excellent local reputation
Legend at Tulsa Hills	~$3,700 estimated shared/private starting price	Potentially excellent	Highly rated; personalized care and 24/7 support
Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living	~$4,495–$4,580	Good	Small community and very strong reviews

\*These are starting prices, not necessarily the final monthly bill. Care fees, apartment type, medication management and other services can change the total.

1\. The Parke — my top overall value

The Parke is probably where I'd start. Current sources show pricing anywhere from about $3,500–$3,700 for certain accommodations/care levels to roughly $3,881–$4,657 depending on unit type.

What makes it especially attractive is that the community emphasizes simple pricing rather than a complicated point system, and its apartments have full kitchens, living areas and private bathrooms. Its review profile is also unusually strong: 4.9/5 in the business results and 4.5/5 on Caring.com.

Best for: someone who wants a genuine apartment and good value without sacrificing quality.

2\. University Village — best all-inclusive value

University Village is compelling because its current published price is $4,195/month all-inclusive. It includes assistance such as medication management, bathing/dressing help, housekeeping, meals and nursing monitoring.

That's important when comparing it with communities advertising a $3,500–$4,000 base rate but adding care charges afterward.

It also has independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing on the same campus, which could reduce the disruption of moving again if care needs increase. Caring.com currently shows 4.1/5 from 45 reviews.

Best for: someone who wants predictable expenses and a long-term continuum of care.

3\. The Grove at Midtown — excellent amount of services for $4,195

The Grove currently lists assisted living studios at $4,195, with one-bedroom units starting at $4,895. The rate includes three meals daily, transportation, activities, weekly housekeeping and laundry, Wi-Fi, and access to on-site physical, occupational and speech therapy.

That makes the $4,195 studio particularly interesting as a value, especially for someone who will actually use the transportation and therapy services.

Best for: someone who wants a newer-feeling, amenity-rich community and lots bundled into the monthly price.

4\. Stonehaven — worth paying somewhat more for

The official Legend Senior Living price is currently $4,730/month starting, although some third-party sites show older/lower pricing, so I'd use the official figure for budgeting.

The community has particularly strong local feedback, with the business listing showing 4.8/5, and reviews frequently mention food, cleanliness and staff.

Best for: someone who prioritizes quality of environment and care over getting the absolute lowest rate.

5\. Legend at Tulsa Hills — potentially one of the bargains

Seniorly currently estimates assisted living from about $3,700, although the estimate varies dramatically by room: $3,700 private, $4,400 studio and $5,850 one-bedroom.

Its local business rating is 4.6/5 from 56 reviews, making the combination of reputation and potential starting price worth investigating.

Caution: because the pricing is less straightforward, I'd specifically ask for an all-in monthly quote for the exact resident's care needs before comparing it with University Village or The Parke.

One important pricing trap

I would not choose based on the advertised starting price alone.

For example, Oxford Springs has a starting price around $4,495 for assisted living, but its Caring.com reviews give it only 3.3/5 for value, despite excellent scores for facility and staff. That doesn't mean it's a bad community—it means the higher price may not provide as much incremental value for your particular situation.

Likewise, some online listings for Stonehaven show $3,600, while Stonehaven's own current website says $4,730. That's exactly why I'd request a written rate sheet.

If it were my shortlist

I'd tour these three first:

1. The Parke — best combination of price, apartment quality, reviews and straightforward pricing.
2. University Village — best if predictable, all-inclusive pricing is important.
3. The Grove at Midtown — particularly attractive if the resident will use its transportation, meals, housekeeping and therapy services.

Then I'd tour Stonehaven as the higher-end comparison and Legend at Tulsa Hills as the potential lower-cost alternative.

If you tell me the person's approximate monthly budget, whether they need help with bathing/dressing/medications, and whether they prefer South Tulsa, Midtown, or another part of town, I can narrow this to 3–5 communities and compare the likely all-in monthly cost, amenities, care, ratings, and major pros/cons side-by-side.

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My strongest Tulsa-area candidates

1\. The Parke Assisted Living — strongest match for your criteria

★ 4.9 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=The%20Parke%20Assisted%20Living%2C7821%20E%2076th%20St%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://theparke.net/?v=2&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-249-1262)

7821 E 76th St, Tulsa

This is probably the first community I would investigate. The Parke says it is Oklahoma family-owned and operated, and that its owners are lifelong Tulsans who remain actively involved in the community.

It also has unusually strong family-review numbers: about 4.9/5 from 140+ Google reviews, and another senior-living review database gives it 4.9/5 from 143 ratings. Families repeatedly mention attentive staff, communication, cleanliness, food and a home-like atmosphere.

Why I'd tour it:

2\. Mercy Springs Living Center — best small, home-like option

7916 E 55th St, Tulsa

This is a much smaller, family-style community than the big senior campuses. Its founder/leader is an RN, and the community emphasizes a “home, not an institution” approach. Reviews specifically describe it as warm, personal and family-oriented; one calls it a “great family owned assisted living center.”

Why it stands out:

• Family/local ownership is clear.
• Owners are reportedly visible and involved.
• Strong volume of positive family feedback—not just a handful of reviews.
• Single-story design can be a significant advantage for someone with mobility issues.
• Assisted living rather than a huge multi-level campus.

Caveat: There are also some negative reviews involving staffing/cleanliness and other concerns, so I wouldn't make the decision based on the 4.9 rating alone.

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2\. Mercy Springs Living Center — best small, home-like option

★ 4.8 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Mercy%20Springs%20Living%20Center%2C7916%20E%2055th%20St%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074145%2C%20United%20States) [Website](http://www.mercyspringslivingcenter.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-281-9256)

7916 E 55th St, Tulsa

This is a much smaller, family-style community than the big senior campuses. Its founder/leader is an RN, and the community emphasizes a “home, not an institution” approach. Reviews specifically describe it as warm, personal and family-oriented; one calls it a “great family owned assisted living center.”

Why it stands out:

• Small-scale environment.
• Owner/RN reportedly involved in day-to-day operations.
• Families are encouraged to be involved.
• Strong emphasis on meals, relationships and individualized attention.
• Particularly interesting if your loved one would be overwhelmed by a 100+ resident community.

Big caveat: There are only a handful of public reviews, so the evidence base is much thinner than The Parke's. I'd put a lot of weight on what you observe during an unannounced or late-afternoon visit.

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3\. University Village Retirement Community — strongest established local ownership/continuum

★ 3.0 · Assisted living facility · Closed

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=University%20Village%20Retirement%20Community%2C8555%20S%20Lewis%20Ave%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074137%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://uvrc.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-299-2661)

8555 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa

University Village has been serving Tulsa for more than 50 years and says it is owned by a group of local Christian business leaders and is locally owned and managed.

It offers a full continuum—from independent living through assisted living and skilled nursing—so a resident can potentially remain on the same campus as care needs increase.

Why I'd consider it:

• Genuine Tulsa ownership.
• Very long operating history.
• Assisted living plus higher levels of care on the same campus.
• Long-tenured leadership/staff is a positive signal.
• Potentially a good choice when you want somewhere your parent can stay as needs change.

Caveat: It's a considerably larger operation than Mercy Springs or The Parke, and public reviews are more mixed. In particular, I'd ask very specifically about staffing consistency and responsiveness on evenings/weekends.

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4\. The Stonehaven Assisted Living and Memory Care — excellent family feedback, but family-owned rather than locally owned

★ 4.8 · Assisted living facility · Open

[Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=The%20Stonehaven%20Assisted%20Living%20and%20Memory%20Care%2C10802%20E%2081st%20St%2C%20Tulsa%2C%20OK%2074133%2C%20United%20States) [Website](https://legendseniorliving.com/find-a-community/oklahoma/the-stonehaven/?utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness&utm_source=chatgpt.com) [Call](tel:+1 918-917-2031)

10802 E 81st St, Tulsa

Stonehaven is operated by Legend Senior Living, which identifies itself as a family-owned senior living company.

The family-review picture is quite strong: A Place for Mom currently shows 4.4/5 across 39 reviews, with particularly good scores for cleanliness, friendliness, care, staff, meals and activities. Recent 2025–2026 family reviews include multiple recommendations.

Why it deserves a tour:

• Family-owned parent company.
• Strong recent family satisfaction.
• Assisted living and memory care.
• Attractive, relatively modern environment.
• Lots of activities and strong dining feedback.

Important distinction: This isn't locally owned in the same sense as The Parke or University Village. It's a Tulsa community operated by a family-owned company headquartered outside Tulsa.

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5\. Hilton East Assisted Living — worth investigating if you want old-school local ownership

Hilton East says it has been locally owned and operated for more than 40 years. It emphasizes an administrator who is accessible to residents and families, nursing staff, medication assistance and help with activities of daily living.

Its own site contains particularly warm family/resident testimonials, including a family member who says the staff took excellent care of her mother.

I'd put this one on the “tour and see for yourself” list. The ownership history is exactly what you're looking for, but the independent review footprint isn't nearly as robust as The Parke's.

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One I'd approach more cautiously: Montereau

Montereau is genuinely locally owned and nonprofit, founded by the William K. Warren Foundation, and it offers an impressive continuum of care.

But I wouldn't put it on my short list because families trust it without a very careful investigation.

The reviews are quite divided. Some families love the campus, staff and care, while several recent 2024–2026 reviews raise significant concerns about management, staffing, communication and skilled-nursing care.

So I'd consider it if the continuum-of-care model is important, but I'd ask considerably tougher questions there than I would at The Parke.

How I'd narrow this down

If I were helping my own family, I'd start with these four tours, in roughly this order:

Community	Ownership	Family-feedback signal	My take
The Parke	Local + family-owned	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	First tour
Mercy Springs	Small/local family-style	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ but fewer reviews	Best intimate option
University Village	Locally owned	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Best continuum of care
Stonehaven	Family-owned company	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Best family-owned larger community

The broader Tulsa market averages about 4.4/5 across 17 assisted-living communities and roughly 950 family reviews in one current review aggregation, so The Parke's combination of ownership transparency and unusually high review volume is particularly notable.

One important thing I'd do before choosing

Don't just ask, “How many caregivers do you have?” Ask:

> “How many caregivers and medication aides are physically working on this floor at 7 p.m. on a Saturday, and how many residents are they responsible for?”

Then ask to see the last Oklahoma State Department of Health inspection/complaint history. Oklahoma maintains quarterly ownership reports and health-facility regulatory information, which is useful for separating a genuinely well-run community from one that simply has excellent marketing.

If you tell me your loved one's approximate age, whether they need memory care, and your monthly budget (even a rough range), I can narrow these to the 3 Tulsa communities I'd personally tour first, including what families are saying about staffing, food, cleanliness, management and care.