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Oakwood Group Home in Blackshear, GA

Oakwood Group Home is an assisted living community in Blackshear, GA.

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740 Porter Street, Blackshear, GA 31516

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Review

Oakwood Group Home in Blackshear, Georgia is best suited for seniors who want a small, home-like environment with straightforward assisted-living support. The community tends to serve residents who prioritize personal attention and predictable routines over a broad slate of amenities. It works well for those who can manage daily activities with light assistance and do not require intensive medical monitoring or specialized memory care. In short, Oakwood is a practical choice for the resident who values a simple, neighborly setting and a steady, approachable staff, rather than a facility that aims to be a one-stop campus.

Those who may want to consider alternatives are residents needing robust clinical oversight, constant 24/7 nursing, or specialized programs such as memory care, severe mobility aids, or post-acute rehabilitation. Families should look elsewhere if a larger community with structured activity calendars, extensive transportation options, and on-site therapy services is a priority. If safety concerns or disruptive behaviors require trained behavioral support, a facility with stronger staffing ratios and more formal care planning will likely serve better.

From the available signals, the strongest positives lie in the potential for closer, more personal attention and a quieter environment that can suit daily living without feeling overwhelmed by institutional scale. When staff turnover is low and communication is steady, residents can enjoy a sense of stability and easier family involvement. However, these advantages are offset by the risk of inconsistent staffing and limited on-site resources. With mixed ratings across the spectrum, the experience appears to hinge on the day-to-day team on duty and the care plan in place for each resident.

During due diligence, visits should focus on concrete factors: the staff-to-resident ratio on different shifts, how quickly requests are handled, the presence of a written, up-to-date care plan, and how daily activities are structured. Inspect the living spaces for safety features, cleanliness, and maintenance; review meal quality and dietary accommodations; and ask about transportation, housekeeping, and laundry routines. Tour the facility at different times to assess consistency; speak with residents or family members about responsiveness, and request references. Clarify how often care plans are reviewed and updated, and who makes staffing decisions when a caregiver is out.

Financial clarity is essential. Understand what is included in the base rate and what triggers additional charges for personal care services, medications, or therapies. Read the admission agreement carefully for terms on deposits, refunds, move-out policies, and notice requirements. Check whether the facility helps coordinate with outside medical providers and whether there is a seamless transition plan if a move to a higher-acuity setting becomes necessary. A transparent facility will provide current licensing information, inspection results, and a clear path to escalate concerns.

The bottom line is that Oakwood Group Home can be a solid, sensible choice for the right resident, someone who values a small, neighborly setting, steady staff interaction, and predictable routines, with realistic expectations about the scope of care. It becomes a misfit for residents requiring intensive medical care, memory-support programming, or a full-service therapy and activity slate. Families should pursue a visit equipped with specific questions, demand current references, and verify staff stability. When due diligence confirms reliable staffing, transparent care planning, and a comfortable home atmosphere, Oakwood deserves serious consideration as a practical, cost-conscious option in Blackshear.

Features

Housing

  • 5 resident community capacity 5 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

The Oakwood Group Home in Blackshear, GA is a well-equipped assisted living community that offers a comfortable and convenient living environment for seniors. Residents can enjoy their favorite TV shows with cable or satellite TV in their fully furnished apartments. The community features a dining room where delicious meals are served restaurant-style, ensuring that residents have a pleasant dining experience.

For those who love spending time outdoors, there is outdoor space available where residents can relax and enjoy the fresh air. Additionally, there is a small library on-site for those who enjoy reading. With Wi-Fi/high-speed internet and a telephone, residents can easily stay connected with friends and family.

The Oakwood Group Home offers an array of care services to meet the varying needs of its residents. Trained staff members provide assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. For individuals with diabetes or special dietary restrictions, personalized meal preparation and service are provided. Medication management is also available to ensure that residents take their medications on time.

In terms of recreation and socialization, the community offers resident-run activities and scheduled daily activities to keep residents engaged and entertained. There are also several amenities nearby that contribute to the convenience of living at Oakwood Group Home. With parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, and places of worship all within close proximity, residents have easy access to necessary services and recreational opportunities.

At Oakwood Group Home in Blackshear, GA, seniors can live comfortably while receiving the assistance they need in a welcoming environment filled with amenities and convenient nearby amenities.

Nearby Places of Interest

Parks

  • Blackshear City Recreation (0.2 miles)
  • Monroe Park (8 miles)
  • Recreation Department (8.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Blackshear-New Beginning Church (0.3 miles)
  • Bethel Temple Holiness Church (0.3 miles)
  • New Beginning Church of God (0.3 miles)
  • Zion Baptist Church (0.4 miles)
  • Scott Chapel United Methodist Church (0.5 miles)
  • Fourth Mount Olive Baptist Church (0.6 miles)
  • Truth Tabernacle UPC (0.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Subway (0.4 miles)
  • Maryland Fried Chicken (0.5 miles)
  • Jerry J's (0.5 miles)
  • Burger King (0.6 miles)
  • Mobleys Tire And Auto (0.7 miles)
  • Carter's Fried Chicken (0.7 miles)
  • Larry's Giant Subs (0.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Blackshear Drug Compan (0.5 miles)
  • Pierce Family Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Barber's Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Blackshear Drug Company (5.3 miles)
  • Health Mart Pharmacy (6.8 miles)
  • Browning's Medical Arts Pharmacy (7.8 miles)
  • Batten's Prescription Shoppe (7.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Blackshear Family Practice (0.8 miles)
  • Bill Mitchell MD (7.6 miles)
  • Becon Medical Complex (7.6 miles)
  • David H Cheatham (7.7 miles)
  • Beacon Pediatrics (7.7 miles)
  • Satilla Regional Orthopaedics Associates (7.7 miles)
  • Steven Miller (7.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Black Taxi Cab (7.2 miles)
  • CSX (7.8 miles)
  • Guy's Automotive Wholesale Used Cars & Parts (8.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Harborview Waycross (7.7 miles)
  • Mayo Clinic Health System-Hospital (7.8 miles)
  • Satilla Regional Medical Center (8.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Mall Stadium Cinema 7 (8.2 miles)

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