Comprehensive Review: Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation

• Facility overview

• Services offered
• Specialized care options
• Amenities and facilities
• Daily activities and programs
• Resident testimonials
• Pricing information
• Comparison with nearby facilities
• Management and staff quality
• Unique features and programs
• Community reputation and recognition
• Conclusion

Facility overview

Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation is located at 5680 Windy Hill Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. It is a skilled nursing facility operated by Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services.

Services offered

Oak Forest provides:

1. Skilled nursing care with 24/7 supervision and personalized care plans
2. Short-term rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery or illness
3. Long-term care for residents with chronic conditions
4. Memory care programs for Alzheimer's and dementia
5. Respite care for family caregivers needing temporary relief

Care tailored to varying levels of need

Specialized care options

The facility offers wound care, IV therapy (including Total Parenteral Nutrition), cardiac rehabilitation, COPD management, diabetes care, infectious disease treatment, and palliative care.

• Wound care programs
• IV therapy, including Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
• Cardiac rehabilitation
• COPD management
• Diabetes care
• Infectious disease treatment
• Palliative care

Amenities and facilities

Oak Forest includes restaurant-style dining, a beauty salon and barber shop, landscaped gardens with outdoor seating, a game room and library, a fitness and rehabilitation gym, and private and semi-private rooms with individual climate control.

• Restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals
• Beauty salon and barber services
• Landscaped gardens and outdoor seating areas
• Game room and library
• Fitness and rehabilitation gym
• Private and semi-private rooms with individual climate control

Daily activities and programs

The facility organizes social events (community gatherings, holiday celebrations, musical performances), fitness classes (chair yoga, gentle exercise, walking clubs), educational programs (guest speakers, art workshops, technology classes), recreational activities (board games, movie nights, arts and crafts), and wellness programs (meditation, nutritional counseling, health seminars).

1. Social Events:
   • Community gatherings
   • Holiday celebrations
   • Musical performances
2. Fitness Classes:
   • Chair yoga
   • Gentle exercise programs
   • Walking clubs
3. Educational Programs:
   • Guest speakers
   • Art workshops

• Technology classes

1. Recreational Activities:
   • Board games and card tournaments
   • Movie nights
   • Arts and crafts sessions
2. Wellness Programs:
   • Meditation and relaxation classes
   • Nutritional counseling
   • Health and wellness seminars

Resident testimonials

Oak Forest has a 3.0 out of 5 star rating from 27 reviews. Some residents and families report good experiences:

We had someone at Oak Forest Rehab. The workers were very good and very helpful. The patients were well taken care of. It's a very nice facility. They had rehab, physical therapy, and a place where you can get your hair cut and washed.

The staff seem to be very involved with the residents and they take the time to get to know them.

However, the mixed overall rating suggests inconsistent care and service quality.

Pricing information

Oak Forest's starting price is about $1,795 per month, significantly lower than the Winston-Salem area average of $7,908 for a semi-private room. This lower price may not cover all services and care levels.

• Contact the facility directly to confirm pricing for different room types, specialized services, care levels, and any required deposits or community fees.
• Oak Forest's starting price is about $1,795 per month, which is significantly lower than the area average. However, this price might not cover all services and care levels.

For accurate pricing, interested parties should contact Oak Forest directly. Be sure to inquire about:

• Base rates for different room types (private vs. semi-private)
• Additional fees for specialized services
• Pricing for different levels of care (short-term rehab vs. long-term care)
• Any community fees or deposits required

Comparison with nearby facilities

Facility name

Starting price

Overall rating

Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation

$1,795

3.0/5

Silas Creek Rehabilitation Center

$4,500

4.4/5

The Oaks at Forsyth

$2,080

2.5/5

Accordius Health at Winston Salem

Not available

4.0/5

Oak Forest offers lower starting prices than comparable facilities, but cost alone should not determine your choice. Compare prices alongside ratings and the quality of care.

Management and staff quality

Oak Forest provides 24-hour licensed supervision. However, some families have reported concerns about staffing levels, response times, and communication with family members. These issues may contribute to the facility's 3.0 rating.

• Some families have reported concerns about staffing levels and response times.
• Communication between staff and families needs improvement.
• The facility’s overall rating indicates that management may need to address certain quality of care issues.

Unique features and programs

1. Oak Forest is part of the Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services network, which provides access to established care protocols and resources. The facility offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy, plus specialized programs for cardiac conditions, COPD, and diabetes.
2. Rehabilitation Therapy: The facility provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
3. Specialized Care Programs: Oak Forest provides targeted care for conditions like cardiac issues, COPD, and diabetes.

Community reputation and recognition

Oak Forest is an established skilled nursing provider in Winston-Salem. The facility has no specific awards on record, though its affiliation with Liberty Healthcare adds credibility.

Conclusion

Oak Forest offers nursing care and rehabilitation at lower-than-average cost. The facility has many amenities and service options, but mixed reviews warrant careful evaluation before enrolling.

Visit the facility in person, speak with current residents and staff, and confirm all costs and care options. The right choice depends on your medical needs and comfort with the environment.