Allegria at The Oaks is a senior living community located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. The facility provides both assisted living and memory care services for older adults, including individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Residents at Allegria at The Oaks have access to assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, with full support available as needed. The community employs nursing staff and offers medication management and coordination to ensure that residents’ medical needs are monitored and met according to individualized care plans. Medical support is further supplemented through access to on-site or visiting healthcare professionals in a range of specialties, including primary care, podiatry, dental care, dermatology, and optometry. The facility accepts residents with psychiatric issues and provides memory care programming within a secured environment.
For residents requiring additional medical services, Allegria at The Oaks provides incontinence care, ambulatory assistance, diabetes management, and hospice care as needed. Daily living is supported by services such as laundry and dry cleaning, and meals and activities are provided in English. There are outdoor walking paths to encourage daily exercise and fresh air. The facility offers a barber and beauty salon on site for personal grooming, supporting residents’ dignity and comfort. Community life is enhanced through clubs and social groups, opportunities for engagement, and a calendar of events designed for both cognitive and social stimulation. Security features include a secured community for memory care residents, designed to minimize risks and promote safety.
Transportation services at Allegria at The Oaks include complimentary scheduled transportation for local medical appointments and group outings, as well as transportation at cost for destinations or appointments outside regular service parameters. These options are intended to support both the healthcare needs and the personal interests of residents, facilitating access to care providers, shopping, or recreational activities in the surrounding community.
Resident and family reviews for Allegria at The Oaks are mixed. Some families report concerns regarding medical oversight, communication, protection of personal belongings, and adequacy of memory care staffing and activities. There have been accounts of unresolved health issues, loss of valuables, inconsistent cleanliness, and challenges with administrative responsiveness. In contrast, other families share positive experiences with attentive staff, engaging activities, improved resident well-being, and a welcoming atmosphere. Improvements in leadership and renovations are noted by some as leading to a better environment, although opinions about the facility’s aesthetics and administration vary. Prospective families are advised to remain vigilant regarding care quality, assess the consistency of activities and engagement, and inquire about recent improvements to ensure the best possible experience for their loved ones.
Costs at this community start at $2,095 and range up to $7,865. The average price in the community is $3,250, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,391. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.