The Oaks - Monroe

The Oaks - Monroe is a nursing home community in Monroe, LA.

Information last verified: June 11, 2026

1000 Mckeen Place, Monroe, LA 71201

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4 from 48 reviews

5 stars

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4 stars

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3 stars

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2 stars

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1 stars

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Overall Review of The Oaks - Monroe

common 16 reviews mention this

Staff kindness stands out

Residents and visitors repeatedly describe staff as kind and supportive.

A large number of reviews mention warm, patient interactions with staff and a sense that residents are treated with care. Several reviewers also describe feeling comfortable during visits or early in the stay because staff introduced themselves and checked in. On the flip side, a smaller set of reviews express serious dissatisfaction with how staff respond, including feeling dismissed in difficult moments.

common 3 reviews mention this

Rooms feel clean and comfortable

Reviews highlight a generally clean, comfortable facility experience.

Some residents and visitors describe rooms as neat and clean, including a comfortable setup with a private room and bathroom. One review specifically contrasts the facility with the strong “hospital” smells some people expect from older buildings. Other reviews raise concerns about dirt and cleanliness issues, including a dirty room and bedding.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Communication can be frustrating

Communication issues come up in multiple reviews.

A few reviewers appreciate communication and responsiveness during a friend or family member’s time at the community. However, other reviews say they experienced poor communication, including feeling treated like “a number.” One reviewer also describes communication as terrible, suggesting inconsistency depending on the situation.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Concerns about oversight and safety

Some reviews describe alarming incidents and weak oversight.

Several critical reviews focus on safety and supervision, including an incident described as verbal abuse by a nurse and complaints about unprofessional or dismissive responses. Other reviews mention loud and rude interactions, and concerns about staff being too busy to assist. There are also issues described around daily care timing, such as sending someone to dialysis without breakfast.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Skilled nursing and therapy support

Residents mention hands-on care, meals, and therapy support.

Some reviews describe strong overall treatment and care, while others highlight specific support like skilled physical therapy and occupational therapy. Meal quality is mentioned as well, with one review saying meals were good. At the same time, at least one critical review raises concerns about meal timing and whether someone was sent out without breakfast, which points to how daily care details can vary.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

146 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Monroe Regional (5 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

Waffle House (0.4 miles)
Enoch's Irish Pub & Cafe (0.8 miles)
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (0.9 miles)
Lea's (0.9 miles)
Not Just Pie (1 miles)
Newks Express Cafe (1 miles)
Taco Bandido (1.1 miles)

Physicians

All Seasons Family Care (0.4 miles)
Complete Cardiovascular Center (0.6 miles)
The Orthopaedic Clinic (0.6 miles)
Renal Associates (0.7 miles)
Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine: Gavioli Robert L MD (0.7 miles)
Delta Vein Care (0.7 miles)
Oliver Road Medical Clinic (0.9 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (0.5 miles)
CC's Coffee House (1.1 miles)
Daily Press (1.7 miles)

Pharmacies

Aron's Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
Community Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Centramed Radiopharmacy (1.4 miles)
Super 1 Foods (1.4 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Super 1 Pharmacy & Optical Store (1.4 miles)
Professional Care Pharmacy (1.5 miles)

Places of Worship

Progressive Baptist Church (0.8 miles)
Forsythe Avenue Christ of Christ (1 miles)
Christian Community Ministries (1.4 miles)
TheTable (1.6 miles)
St Matthews Church of Christ Holiness (1.9 miles)
First United Methodist Church (2.2 miles)
Pentecostals of the Twin Cities (2.3 miles)

Hospitals

St Francis Specialty Hospital (1.6 miles)
St Francis Mdeical Center (1.6 miles)
Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Louisiana (1.7 miles)
Ouachita Community Hospital (2.3 miles)
Allegiance Health Management (2.5 miles)
Saint Francis Medical Center (2.6 miles)

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