The Grove at Oakleaf Village in Columbus, Ohio is a premier senior living community dedicated exclusively to memory care, specializing in serving individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Located within the larger Oakleaf Village campus in the heart of Columbus, The Grove is purpose-built to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment tailored to the unique cognitive and social needs of its residents. The campus itself is conveniently situated near shopping, restaurants, and medical facilities, allowing for accessible family visits and outings.
The Grove offers 24-hour staffing by a team extensively trained in dementia care, ensuring that residents receive attentive, round-the-clock support. Staff members utilize the Positive Approach™ to Care, a nationally recognized methodology developed by Teepa Snow, which emphasizes empathy, personalized communication, and honoring each resident’s individual abilities and preferences. This approach helps foster meaningful engagement and emotional well-being for residents at every stage of memory loss.
Daily life at The Grove is enriched through a robust schedule of structured programming, specifically designed to stimulate memory, encourage socialization, and promote a sense of purpose. Activities may include music therapy, art classes, brain fitness games, gardening in secure outdoor courtyards, and guided exercise sessions. The community’s Life Enrichment Team tailors activities to residents’ interests and abilities, often incorporating reminiscence therapy and intergenerational programs with local schools or volunteers. Seasonal celebrations, themed events, and family engagement opportunities further enhance the vibrant atmosphere.
In addition to memory care, The Grove provides on-site medical services such as regular visits from licensed physicians, nurses, and podiatrists. Comprehensive assistance with activities of daily living is delivered compassionately, including full support with bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Medication management is carefully overseen, and staff are trained to monitor health changes and communicate proactively with families and healthcare providers.
The Grove is thoughtfully designed with small group “pods,” each accommodating a limited number of residents to foster close-knit relationships and personalized attention. Each pod features a spacious family-style dining area, a large and inviting living room for group gatherings, and home-like touches such as framed photographs and memory boxes outside resident suites. The layout minimizes confusion and maximizes comfort, with secure outdoor courtyards and walking paths that allow residents to enjoy fresh air safely.
Accommodations at The Grove include private and companion suites, enabling residents to choose the living arrangement that best fits their needs and preferences. Suites are designed with safety and accessibility in mind, featuring emergency call systems, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, and ample natural light. Housekeeping and laundry services are included, ensuring a comfortable and worry-free living experience.
Residents and families consistently praise the individualized care delivered by The Grove’s dedicated staff, noting the genuine compassion, patience, and respect shown to each resident. The culinary team serves nutritious, chef-prepared meals tailored to dietary needs, and family members frequently commend both the quality of the food and the attentive dining support provided. The community’s open communication and comprehensive support throughout the transition to memory care are highly valued by families, who appreciate the guidance provided at every step.
The Grove at Oakleaf Village remains committed to providing specialized memory care services in a supportive, homelike environment where residents can thrive with dignity and purpose.
Costs at this community start at $4,216 and range up to $4,216. The average price in the community is $4,216, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,697. The cost of memory care 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.
