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Dogwood Creek Retirement Center

3230 East Shawnee Avenue, Muskogee, OK 74403

Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(918) 683-5100

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,465
One Bedroom
Estimated $4,364
Two Bedroom
Estimated $5,367

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,426
  • Average State Price: $3,460
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Dogwood Creek Retirement Center Description

    Dogwood Creek Retirement Center is a large 80 bed community that offers assisted living and is about 2.9 miles outside the town of Muskogee, Oklahoma. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.4 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 9 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    8.4
    Dogwood Creek Retirement Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 36 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 4 out of 10 communities in Muskogee
  • Ranking in State: 169 out of 492 communities in OK
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Former employees and family members of residents have praised Dogwood Creek for its wonderful staff and welcoming atmosphere.
    • Many reviewers highlighted the quick and efficient process of moving their loved ones into the facility, especially appreciating the help with bureaucracy and paperwork.
    • The facility is noted for its cleanliness, cute apartments with patios, and a variety of activities that keep residents engaged and happy.
    • Staff are commended for their caring and friendly nature, providing services such as medication management, cleaning, laundry, and transportation to appointments.
    • Several reviews mentioned the excellent care provided to their family members, including personalized attention and adjustments to care as needed.
    • The community is described as safe, fun, and offering a good balance of privacy and social opportunities.
    • Some reviews specifically praised the executive director and other staff members for their helpfulness and patience during the transition process.

    Negative Reviews:

    • There are complaints about the facility being understaffed, with high turnover rates and reports of staff being treated poorly and underpaid.
    • Some reviewers raised concerns about the facility's maintenance, including lack of heating in winter, no air conditioning in summer, and issues with bedbugs.
    • There are allegations of financial mismanagement, with claims that the facility prioritizes profit over resident care.
    • Concerns were also raised about the health and safety of the environment, including reports of black mold and unsanitary conditions.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • While many reviews praise the staff and the quality of care, there are significant concerns about the facility's management and maintenance.
    • The facility is described as affordable and well-loved by many residents, yet some reviews strongly advise against moving family members there due to alleged neglect and poor conditions.


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    Health

    Medication assistance and review

    Weight and diet monitoring

    Physician appointments

    Medical assistance if needed

    Nurse on staff


    Services

    Personal grooming assistance

    Room service


    Activities

    Full recreational, cultural and social activity programs

    Outings

    Movies

    Planned activities

    Crafts


    Community Amenities

    Weekly maid service

    24-hour staffing

    Laundry for you to use

    Housekeeping and linen service provided at no cost to you

    Located in a beautiful quiet wooded residential area

    Mail services daily


    Room Amenities

    One or two bedroom suite

    A large suite with your own heating/air conditioning system and ceiling fan

    Smoke detectors – fully sprinklered

    Emergency call buttons

    Paid utilities (except your personal telephone and cable)

    You can bring your own furniture and possessions, giving a suite your personal touch


    Dining

    Three meals a day

    Special diets

    Dining room

    Kitchenette in each apartment


    Transportation

    Transportation if you need it



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Muskogee which is 2.9 miles away and has a population of 38,456 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $51,263, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 41
      • Average Temperature: 63.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 147 days of rain, 4 days of snow and 212 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 9.42 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 3.08 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 4.12 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.1 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 73.54 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Aldi
    2.2 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.6 miles away
    Harps Foods
    4.9 miles away
    Homeland
    19.9 miles away
    Reasor's
    21.3 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    Mabrey Bank
    2.7 miles away
    Fort Gibson State Bank
    4.7 miles away
    American Bank
    13.3 miles away
    Arvest Bank
    21.3 miles away
    First State Bank
    21.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee East
    1.8 miles away
    Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee
    4.5 miles away
    St. Francis Hospital Muskogee
    4.5 miles away
    Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center
    5.0 miles away
    Wagoner Community Hospital
    13.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Economy Pharmacy
    2.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    4.3 miles away
    Ernie's Pharmacy
    4.5 miles away

    Dentists

    My Dentist
    4.4 miles away
    Wall's Family Denstistry
    23.8 miles away

    Parks

    Civitan Park
    1.1 miles away
    War Memorial Park
    1.7 miles away
    King Park
    1.9 miles away
    Elliot Park
    2.4 miles away
    Spaulding Park
    2.6 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Arrowhead Mall
    2.6 miles away

    Culture

    Spider Gallery
    22.2 miles away
    NSU Playhouse
    22.4 miles away
    NSU Art Gallery
    22.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    I Don't Care Bar & Grill
    2.1 miles away
    Buffalo Wild Wings
    2.8 miles away
    IHOP
    4.2 miles away
    Amish Restaurant
    4.3 miles away
    El Charro
    4.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of OK. It is a large-sized community with 80 total beds.

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