Oak Park Arms
Listing last updated
- Care type
- Assisted Living
- Room types
- Double Room, Single Room, Suite
- Resident rating
- 3.9 of 5 (35 reviews)
- Amenities listed
- 24
About Oak Park Arms
Oak Park Arms Is this your business? The Oak Park Arms is a senior independent living and assisted living rental retirement community located in historic Oak Park, Illinois, just minutes from downtown Chicago. No other senior living retirement community in the Oak Park, River Forest or Forest Park area can match the outstanding value, convenience and vibrant lifestyle at the Oak Park Arms.
Residents enjoy a myriad of social events and activities, flexible restaurant dining with a menu of abundant choices, and welcoming and comfortable living accommodations. The Oak Park Arms affords its residents as full a life as they wish. A resident can create a day as exciting – or as relaxing – as he or she wishes.
The word “choices” applies to just about everything, and at the Arms, there is an abundance of appealing options. Events and activities abound. From listening to a jazz concert to taking a tap dance class, from a current events lecture to an art exhibit, there are things to do.
If you don’t want to partake in the plethora of events, that’s fine, too. A day reading the paper and napping can be as pleasurable as seeing a radio reenactment performed, sound effects and all. The point is … Your life at the Arms is custom made – by you!
The Oak Park Arms retirement community was once a famous luxury hotel. In the mid-1970′s, the Arms was purchased by two friends who wanted to create active retirement living in a community that would be full of life, service and spirit. That vision and the two friends’ in-depth experience created The Arms of today.
Now with more than 35 years of experience, the Oak Park Arms has been the leader of senior living and the model in developing other senior communities combining exceptional senior care in an ideal setting. The Arms has been able to share space with the Oak Park Township Senior Services, the Lifelong Learning Center (the local Senior Center) and provide office space for over 10 other providers of senior-centered care. Winner of awards, the Oak Park Arms has maintained its original charm and vision of being an affable and affordable home for older adults and a great resource to Oak Park and surrounding towns such as River Forest, Forest Park, Berwyn, Cicero, Riverside, Elmwood Park, Maywood and Chicago.
The Oak Park Arms’ events and activities draw people of all ages. The large scale ballroom is frequently alive with “the sound of music” at monthly ballroom dances for residents and the public. The Oak Park Arms, an industry leader, provides unsurpassed services, amenities and programs.
The original vision continues to this day as the Oak Park Arms is still owned and operated by the same two men who created it. They remain involved and committed to excellence. Their strong support to the management staff ensures that the Arms continues its legacy of distinction.
Oak Park Arms Mission Statement: To provide the highest degree of service in an environment for living where each resident can celebrate life and pursue areas of personal, social and recreational interest.
It offers maple grove senior living and sunny acres retirement community. Residents have access to 24 listed amenities and services spanning activities and events, community spaces, dining options, pet services, safety and security, technology services, transportation services, and wellness facilities. Across 35 resident and family reviews, it holds an average rating of 3.9 out of 5.
Living options
- Maple Grove Senior Living
- Sunny Acres Retirement Community
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Amenities & services
Activities and Events
- Social events
- Art classes
- Fitness programs
Community Spaces
- Library
- Game room
- Outdoor patio
Dining Options
- On-site restaurant
- Café and bistro
- Room service
Pet Services
- Pet-friendly policies
- Dog walking services
- Pet care resources
Safety and Security
- 24-hour security
- Emergency call system
- Secure entry
Technology Services
- Wi-Fi access
- Business center
- Computer stations
Transportation Services
- Shuttle service
- Public transportation access
- Parking facilities
Wellness Facilities
- Fitness center
- Spa services
- Yoga classes
Location
Common questions about Oak Park Arms
Reviews of Oak Park Arms
3.9 out of 5 · Based on 35 resident and family reviews
Rating breakdown
- 540%
- 436%
- 312%
- 28%
- 14%
What families mention about Oak Park Arms
- Facility & rooms7 mentions · 4.1
“The rooms are small; I'm basically in a large closet because that\u2019s what I can afford, but it\u2019s nice, and they keep it well maintained.”
- Activities & engagement4 mentions · 4.5
“They have concerts at least once a week, we have piano players, bingo, exercises every day, weaving, ceramics, painting, woodwork, you name it they...”
- Value for cost2 mentions · 5.0
“Three meals are included in the price of the assisted living and residents can chose from different entrees at mealtime.”
- Staff & caregivers2 mentions · 4.5
“The staff here is warm and caring, they always approach with a smile and hands extended.”
- 1.0- tanbubble70
They weren't doing anything, they just have people sitting on reclining chairs watching TV.
- 3.0- tanfox52
We saw a couple of units in the independent living area, but the particular units that were available were so far from the elevator.
- 4.0- coastalcaptain24
The people are very friendly, and the place is clean.
- 3.0- easternsoma25
The rooms were small and need to be updated.
- 4.0- justmember12
They had very good programming, had very open administration, and did a lot with the community.
- 4.0- neighborlyashbury41
I saw the adult day care room, and I was considering using that.
- 4.0- chilledrunner68
They have Bingo and outings.
- 4.0- americancrash48
The staff here is warm and caring, they always approach with a smile and hands extended.
- 5.0- southerncar46
They had bingo, groups playing cards, a bus that comes and takes people places, and a library.
- 5.0- thoughtfulcrash49
They were willing to paint the walls the color my mother wanted, and we didn\u0092t have to bring all of her furniture.
How Oak Park Arms compares nearby
Resident ratings and review volume for Oak Park Arms and nearby communities. Pricing is set per community; request a quote for an exact monthly cost.
| Community | Care type | Rating | Reviews | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park ArmsThis page | Assisted Living | 3.9 | 35 | Oak Park, IL |
| Belmont Village Oak Park | Assisted Living | 4.0 | 21 | Oak Park, IL |
| Brookdale Oak Park | Assisted Living | 4.4 | 25 | Oak Park, IL |
| Victory Centre Of River Woods | Assisted Living | 4.1 | 12 | Bensenville, IL |
| Victory Centre Of Galewood | Assisted Living | 3.5 | 6 | Chicago, IL |
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