Anonymous
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
September 3, 2025
Good Review for University Village
[name removed]went above and beyond to make my brother feel at home when he arrived.
8555 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74137

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Anonymous
Child of resident/client
University Village
It's an older facility but well-maintained. It feels comfortable like stepping in to someone's home- not clinical. Also, Mom passed away a few weeks ago and the staff was extremely accommodating when so many family members came to see her her last 3 days. They not only didn't complain when we took over the whole room that was supposed to be double occupancy but they brought us a whole cart with snack and drinks. It was a very sweet and comforting gesture.
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University Village Retirement Community
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A Place for Mom has scored University Village Retirement Community with 8 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, University Village Retirement Community has 30 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.3 out of 5.
Anonymous
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
September 3, 2025
[name removed]went above and beyond to make my brother feel at home when he arrived.
Anonymous
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
March 26, 2025
It's an older facility but well-maintained. It feels comfortable like stepping in to someone's home- not clinical. Also, Mom passed away a few weeks ago and the staff was extremely accommodating when so many family members came to see her her last 3 days. They not only didn't complain when we took over the whole room that was supposed to be double occupancy but they brought us a whole cart with snack and drinks. It was a very sweet and comforting gesture.
Donna M
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
July 10, 2024
I'd say you have to look past that it hasn't been updated in a while. And look at how it is taken care of, cleanliness, grounds, etc. As far as the staff they all are very friendly and very caring. I would say all the people we have met go above and beyond their jobs.
CD
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
June 5, 2024
It is a lot nicer than most even though the building is really old. My mother's apt has had window leaks twice but it was during heavy storms with high winds.
JF
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
January 11, 2024
It was a good experience! The person we talked to made us feel welcome, patiently answered questions and didn't pressure us. I picked University Village because their pricing was better and the place seemed like a better value than other places. Plus, my brief interviews with a few residents were very positive.
Anonymous
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
November 9, 2023
I can say, we couldn't be happier with the care that my Mother is getting. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. The move in process wasn't streamlined, but it was okay. The facility keeps us informed at all stages and have been working with our insurance and medical extremely well. The meals are fine, but not eating there I can't say much more. My mother hasn't complained. I would recommend this facility to anyone, especially to those who might need to elevate care. We started in Assisted and now are in skilled. Rehab on site was needed and effective. I highly recommend University Village Retirement Community to others.
Anonymous
Independent LivingToured community
May 22, 2023
We had a pretty good tour experience with University Village Retirement Community. The main reason we did not choose this facility was because they were priced way higher than we were wanting to pay.
Anonymous
Assisted LivingToured community
May 15, 2023
We toured University Village Retirement Community when searching for an Assisted Living facility for our loved one. This facility was excellent. Our tour was great. However, it was pretty pricey.
Donna
Independent LivingFamily/friend
November 22, 2022
The greatest thing to my sister and I is how amazing all the staff is. If 10 would have been an option I would have chose that. And we love that they have so many activities to keep mom busy. The meals are the only thing we would not give a 5 to and that is just because our loved one say they are just okay
anonymous
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
September 12, 2022
5 stars on everything with University Village, it all has been great
Margaret T
Independent LivingFamily/friend
February 15, 2022
This community seemed like it would have been a nice place but the location just did not work for my family and where my loved one needed to be. The people were very nice and gave a lot of info and a lot of background on the community.
Jennifer S
Assisted LivingFamily/friend
September 30, 2021
Check into this community to see what the availability is. I highly recommend this community for your loved one. The staff are very helpful and very friendly. They have activities like exercise bingo, horse races, Yahtzee, sing along, talent shows, church services, and welcomes for new people.
Becky Brennan
Independent LivingFamily/friend
August 17, 2020
My mom moved into UVRC in late May (during pandemic) so I had to manage everything remotely. The assisted living staff there is amazing. A few weeks back mom had to go to ER and was admitted to hospital. I couldn't visit her there. One of the AK nurses called me that first night to see how I was doing! Mom is happy and I feel like she is in very good hands.
E. White
Independent LivingFamily/friend
December 6, 2019
My father has only been at this place a few days and already there have been some big concerns. My dad arrived by ambulance from a hospital. He had surgery 2 days in a row. He is 83 years old. He is struggling to get his mind back. Crazy because before he went to the hospital he was driving and independent! The care at the hospital was terrible as he has sores on his feet and “his bottom is really really really bad!” These are words said by the nurse at University Village!!! He has yet to have any improvement on his bottom and is treated with a VERY PAINFUL SPRAY. Sadly my dad has lost the ability to control himself when he needs to use the bathroom. He is not wiped well Next, he’s in the very last room down a long hall. The first night, my dad fell out of his bed. Unfamiliar with his surroundings, as he was transported after 5:30 PM, from the hospital, it was dark and it left him clueless how to call for help. The sudden move was decided at 11AM Third, the staff has done little to nothing for his therapy. Only having him lift his legs and put them down. We were first told he would be there three weeks. I was told day before yesterday, he will be there 8 weeks. Why?! Maybe because their insurance pays for 10 weeks?! Fourth, his toenails are atrocious! Heck! They scare me! They have given him a manicure and done nothing to his feet. Fifth, his dentures are now broken. Part of a front tooth is chipped off. I don’t know if they were dropped or what. Sixth concern: my mother is hating her time away from him. She is slow to get around and her hips have her using a wheelchair when her mobility cannot withstand the pain of long walks. I take her to visit dad while I run home to clean up after work and teen to my teenager. She has made several attempts to call from my dad’s room. Not my daughter’s nor my phone ever ring. I’ve called my dad’s room several times and it doesn’t ring. Why have the phones in the room if we can’t use them. When I arrived to get her my mother was stuck in a chair and was past ready to go home. She couldn’t communicate that to me, as no phone to call me. Last and important issue: MY MOM AND ME HAVE RECEIVED CALLS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT. MY MOTHER IS 81 YEAR OLD. CAN YOU IMAGINE THE TERROR THAT CAME OVER HER WHEN SHE HEARD: “Hello. This is University Village calling for _______. Are you _______ wife?” IT WAS 3:00, in the morning!!!! I had called UV, about 5:00 PM. No one at the buses station answers, so I was asked to leave a name and phone number. II received a call [removed] AM!! Why call me 5 hours later? Back to my mother.... FOR A SECOND NIGHT IN A ROW IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT SHE GOT A CALL. THIS TIME AT 3AM. TALK ABOUT FREAKING SCARING MY MOM!! THE NURSE INSISTED MY MOTHER BRING DAD T-SHIRTS “AS TOLD TO DO THE DAY BEGORE”. My mother had brought him clothes and was told no need by some other nurse. The call ended and mom was then crying, of course! It’s so difficult to watch a parent suffer. As their daughter, lacking the skills and knowledge to do do what needs done makes me feel helpless. This is why God made special people become caregivers for the ones in need of assistance. It’s a job I could not do. I am not strong enough to see and do all of what nurses encounter and endure on such long shifts. My dad is grateful for any and all of those who come to his aid. He always expresses his gratitude. He still attempts to do things for himself so not not put anyone out. I pray someone will read this and hear our pleas for my dad care to improve. We want him to return home to be with my mom. They had their 59th Anniversary, on the 24th, while he was in the hospital. She, he, me and the rest of the family and friends want him home with a positive experience. Words can’t say enough to say thank you to those who do the required and expected responsibilities as a nurse. again, we want him treated like he was more than a body in a room with a number on a door.
Anonymous
Independent LivingToured community
February 8, 2018
This is a more old school traditional community where a resident could start off independent but graduate to more help affordably if needed. The only drawback was long halls to dining for many residents. The best deal may be the cottage units which are in a quaint neighborhood surrounding the community. For active seniors this is ideal and cost effective. Advisors Vicki and Sylvia were so friendly and helpful. Lots of long time employees here.
Anonymous
Independent LivingToured community
November 27, 2017
I was very pleasantly surprised here with the age of the property. It s well maintained, reasonably updated, and very friendly. I like the idea of being able to choose which meal you eat in the common dining room. Again, location, location! The surrounding area has much to offer with very short travel. This property jumps to the top of my list for consideration.
Anonymous
Independent LivingToured community
May 11, 2017
This looked like a nice community when we toured it. This is a larger community and I felt mom might have a hard time getting to places. The people we met were nice.
Anonymous
Independent LivingToured community
April 5, 2017
Great community and they have made many updates, they need to focus on astetically enhancing the property. Also a buffet style is hard for seniors, so that was a make or break for our family. Even though they carry your food to the table you could be waiting in line for 10 minutes to place your order. That's just not something my Dad wanted to do.
billjackoftrades
Independent LivingFamily/friend
April 5, 2017
It is a wonderful place. My father lived there in Assisted Living. When he broke his hip last summer, he was able to stay on campus and go to their rehab unit. He got to go back to his apartment. He had a stroke a few weeks later and was then able to go the full nursing care part of the nursing home. All of the staff in all parts of the campus are wonderful. Some parts of the building are older, but the care that the patients receive make up for it. I highly recommend this place to anyone that needs a senior community.
Anonymous
Independent LivingToured community
March 31, 2017
During my tour of University Village Retirement Community, the staff was all very friendly. The place was clean and I had a good experience. They were able to answer questions, but I found another community that fit what we were looking for a little better.
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