Maplewood Care Center - Tulsa

Maplewood Care Center - Tulsa is a nursing home community in Tulsa, OK.

Information last verified: January 18, 2026

6202 East 61St Street, Tulsa, OK 74136

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

1.7 from 100 reviews

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Overall Review of Maplewood Care Center - Tulsa

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Residents report neglect and abuse

Multiple residents and families describe unsafe care and neglect.

Several reviews use strong language about neglect and abuse, including claims of bed sores and residents being left in poor conditions. A few reviewers also describe medication or treatment concerns, including failures to address wounds and allegations of abuse. Even some reviewers who are more positive still treat safety and health outcomes as a central concern, with families describing avoidable harm in negative experiences.

caveat 15 reviews mention this

Facility cleanliness is a major issue

Residents and families describe serious cleanliness and odor problems.

Many reviews focus on unpleasant smells, filthy rooms or linens, and a general lack of upkeep, with some describing trash and visible disrepair. Several reviewers also say the facility’s online photos do not match what they saw in person, reinforcing concerns about conditions on arrival. A smaller number of reviewers mention renovations and improvements, but the negative cleanliness comments are frequent enough that they remain a standout theme in the feedback.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Communication problems frustrate families

Families describe difficulty getting timely responses.

Some reviews complain that phone or door access was not handled promptly, making it hard for families to reach staff. Other reviewers describe not being able to get help or monitor their loved ones the way they expected. Together, these comments point to gaps in responsiveness that families find stressful during critical moments.

common 4 reviews mention this

Staff caring and activity support

Some residents describe caring staff and supportive activities.

While many reviews are critical, several positive reviews highlight caring staff across nursing, activities, and therapy. One reviewer specifically mentions the physical therapy experience improving mobility, and another praises an activity director as sweet. A few reviews also describe the facility feeling improved with renovations and new, friendly faces, which may be part of why staff-centered comments show up alongside better day-to-day experiences.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

180 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

Tulsa International (9 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

Whataburger (0.2 miles)
Hideaway Pizza (1 miles)
Old School Bagel Cafe (1.1 miles)
Beijing Gourmet (1.2 miles)
Charleston's Restaurant (1.2 miles)
Olive Garden (1.4 miles)
Taco Bell (1.5 miles)

Physicians

Breast Specialists Of Saint Francis (0.8 miles)
Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic Center (0.9 miles)
Child Neurology of Tulsa (0.9 miles)
Bregman Richard Warren Clinic Neurosurgery Tulsa (1 miles)
Warren Clinic-Springer Building (1 miles)
Charles Walter Garrett (1.1 miles)
South Tulsa Optical (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

Drug Warehouse (0.9 miles)
Walgreens (1 miles)
Jombo's Island Style Dispensary (1.2 miles)
Act Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (1.6 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (2.1 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (1 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (1.4 miles)
Cha Bubble Tea (1.6 miles)
Starbucks (2 miles)

Parks

Leake Park (1.3 miles)
Terrace Park (3.5 miles)
River Parks 96th and Riverside (4.3 miles)
Florence Park (4.5 miles)

Places of Worship

Islamic Society of Tulsa (1.5 miles)
Christ United Methodist Church (3.3 miles)

Theaters

AMC Southroads 20 (2.3 miles)
Cinemark Tulsa (3 miles)

Hospitals

Southwestern Regional Medical Center (2.9 miles)

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