Oakridge Nursing Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility located in Durant, Oklahoma. Serving Bryan County and surrounding areas since 1970, the center is dedicated to providing individualized care that promotes dignity and independence in a comfortable setting.
The facility offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy tailored to each resident's unique needs, with treatment beginning on admission day through a rehabilitation screening. Returning residents to their highest level of function is a primary focus. Nursing professionals maintain constant contact with physicians who generally visit upon admission and once every 30 days thereafter, though some insurance plans may require more frequent visits.
Oakridge provides a range of daily activities and programs designed to support social engagement and healing. These include active resident councils, musical performances, fitness and stretching exercises, religious meetings, games, trivia, volunteer involvement, and outside entertainment. The facility hosts special events such as birthday parties, movies, musical programs, outings, candlelight dinners, and ice cream socials, with a monthly calendar posted to keep residents informed. Families are encouraged to participate in activities and attend special events.
The community offers amenities including daily social activities, quiet common areas for lounging, appetizing and nutritious meals served throughout the day and approved by a registered dietitian, and an activities lounge available for reservation for special events. Visitors are recommended to come between 8 am and 8 pm, though 24-hour visitation is available with advance notice for after-hours visits.
The facility encourages residents to maintain connections with family and friends through mail delivery, email messages that are printed and hand-delivered, and regular visitation. Staff emphasize that residents should feel comfortable and secure, with the social services department available to address any concerns or feedback about staff members.