The Oaks Retirement Community
Combines independent living in spacious apartments with superior service for security and convenience. Residents enjoy a variety of special features from fine dining to activities and outings, creating good times in the company of good friends.
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Special Features
Retirement Community
Spacious Apartments
Superior Service
Good Times, Good Friends
Security
Convenient Location
Health and Wellness
Frequently Asked Questions
Transportation Schedule
Directions
Contact Us |
We are located on the Menorah Park campus at 18 Arbor Lane, DeWitt, NY 13214. For more information or a tour, call (315)449-3309.
Special Features | (return to top) |
Spacious apartments with full kitchens
Fine dining daily - Kosher Dietary Laws Observed See a Sample Menu
Weekly housekeeping
Transportation to appointments, shopping, and community activities
24-hour medical emergency response system
Located close to downtown and suburbs
Courtyard Café serving lunch weekdays
Beauty salon/barber shop
Exercise and fitness center
Daily activities and social gatherings
Private dining room catering available
Comfortable lounges and card room
Convenient parking for residents and guests
Library and computer room
Valet parking upon request in inclement weather
Patios and walking paths
Retirement Community | (return to top) |
The Oaks at Menorah Park is an elegant retirement community where you will find an atmosphere of friendship and warmth. You and your friends will be able to choose from a variety of stimulating activities as well as maintaining your community involvement. At The Oaks you will experience a level of service that will help to ease many burdensome household chores. You will feel a sense of comfort in knowing that you can maintain the privacy you so cherish. And you will be secure in knowing that all programs on our campus are there for you when you need them. It is a wonderful, new way of life.
Spacious Apartments | (return to top) |
Every apartment at The Oaks at Menorah Park may be decorated to your taste with the treasured belongings that make you feel comfortable "at home." There are several apartment styles which include one bedroom, one bedroom with den, two bedroom and two bedroom deluxe. The fully equipped kitchens are complete with modern conveniences and the baths have added safety features. Of course, the individually controlled heating and air-conditioning system make it easy for you to regulate your own environment.
Floor Plans - Click to Enlarge
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| One Bedroom | One Bedroom with Den | |
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| Two Bedroom | Two Bedroom Deluxe |
Superior Service | (return to top) |
Our housekeepers will clean your apartment. The maintenance staff will take care of lawn, driveways and walking paths as well as the building and the apartment. Snow removal and valet parking is available for your car. Transportation is provided to shopping, museums, cultural and sports events, banks, supermarkets and appointments.
Good Times, Good Friends | (return to top) |
Enjoy gracious dining with friends or family in our dining room. Delicious meals, beautifully presented, are prepared by our chef. Choose from a wide selection of fine foods. Lunch may be purchased in the Courtyard Café weekdays.
Whether you prefer to spend an afternoon in the card or craft room, take part in a book review seminar, exercise in the fitness center, or read a book in the private library, it is all here. You can also choose an excursion to nearby movie theaters, exhibits and museums - the choice is yours.
Security | (return to top) |
There is peace of mind. Each apartment has an emergency response call system to summon experienced personnel. In addition, for your safety, security service is provided during the evening and night hours.
Convenient Location | (return to top) |
The Oaks at Menorah Park is in a suburban setting yet centrally located near the heart of Syracuse. It is close to major medical centers, as well as to the numerous recreational, cultural, shopping and entertainment facilities that the city has to offer.
Health and Wellness | (return to top) |
The philosophy at The Oaks at Menorah Park is one of well-being. You will experience this through a selection of specialized wellness programs, including personalized exercise, fitness classes and scheduled walks. In addition, priority access will be given for health services at the Jewish Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. I’m not sure I am ready for a retirement community. Shouldn’t I wait until I need to move?
The best time to make a move to any retirement community is while you are active and in good health. Residing at The Oaks will free you completely from the worries and responsibilities of maintaining your own home, so you’ll have time to do the things you always wanted to do. If you wait until you need assistance to make your move, you may miss out on the many joys of active retirement living.
2. Can I really afford to make the move?
Many people make the mistake of thinking that retirement communities are too expensive. In reality, the cost of living at The Oaks compares favorably with the cost of maintaining your own home. Many things that you pay for now, such as utilities, weekly housekeeping, home maintenance costs and property taxes, may be covered by your monthly fee
3. Do I need to sign a long term contract?
No, we have yearly contracts.
4. Is there a buy-in fee?
No, we have a one-time fee called a "community fee". It is a small deposit fee paid once on our continuum of care campus.
5. What is a continuum of care campus?
A continuum of care campus provides independent living, assisted living and nursing care as well as a full range of healthcare and supportive services on one campus. Residents benefit from an active lifestyle and gain peace of mind knowing that their future needs will be met without having to relocate outside the community.
6. Does The Oaks have a waiting list?
Yes, The Oaks has a waiting list. If planning ahead, the wait list fee will assure your priority opportunity to reserve a future apartment. The wait list applicant will be notified when their desired apartment becomes available.
7. Am I able to move from one apartment to another if I need a larger or smaller apartment at a later date?
Yes, if we have an opening you may move from one apartment to another whether it is because of size, view or any other reason. You will receive priority over someone new moving in.
8. What should I take when I move?
These are only suggestions: Take only the best of your belongings. First keep anything that means home to you. Sell what you have no attachment to or need for. Books are expensive to move and hard to store. Keep a few favorites. Over a lifetime, a variety of special pieces have no doubt been collected; these should be incorporated into the new home. Or convert a favorite chest that may have been in the guest room into a coffee table in the new living room; the benefit will be extra storage space and the enjoyment of a favorite piece. Our storage is limited and much smaller than the storage capacity of a traditional family home, so any extra objects should be sold or donated prior to the move. If you do find yourself with extra items when moving into The Oaks, inquire about storage options with us or arrange for a storage unit off-site. Because downsizing from a large home into an apartment can be a difficult task, our staff can assist with the process.
9. Will I be able to bring my car?
Yes, you can bring your car with you. We have plenty of outdoor parking available. We will even start your car and clean it off during the winter months in inclement weather.
10. Will my pet be allowed?
Yes, small pets are allowed to live in your apartments.
11. Do residence need to carry home owners insurance?
While The Oaks insures the buildings and grounds, residents will need to obtain a renter’s insurance policy to cover personal property and liability.
12. What kind of safety/medical emergency features do you offer?
Each apartment is equipped with medical emergency pulls as well as our residents receive emergency pendants to wear. Our Reception Desk is staffed 24 hours a day.
13. Can I stay over at your facility to see if it is "right" for me?
Yes, if we have a room available we would be happy to have you stay with us as our guest.
14. I think I would like to reserve my spot-what is my next step?
Please call our marketing department to request more information or arrange a personal tour! Call (315) 449-3309
(return to top)Transportation Schedule | (return to top) |
This schedule is subject to change.
| MONDAY | 10:00 a.m. | Bank, Post Office, Dry Cleaners | ||
| MONDAY | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Doctor, Open Transportation | ||
| TUESDAY | 9:00 a.m. - noon | Doctor, Open Transportation | ||
| TUESDAY | 1:00 p.m. | Wegmans | ||
| THURSDAY | 9:00 a.m. - noon | Doctor, Open Transportation | ||
| THURSDAY | 10:00 a.m. | Mall / Library | ||
| THURSDAY | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Doctor, Open Transportation | ||
| FRIDAY | 9:00 a.m. - noon | Doctor, Open Transportation | ||
| FRIDAY | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Doctor, Open Transportation |
Location - Directions | (return to top) |
The Oaks at Menorah Park's suburban setting is located near the heart of Syracuse.
It is close to the major medical centers. Most of Syracuse's cultural, recreational,
shopping and entertainment centers are within close proximity and are easily accessible.
Directions to:
THE OAKS AT MENORAH PARK
18 Arbor Lane
DeWitt, New York 13214
FROM 81 N/S: Follow signs to 481 N/S, exit at DeWitt (3W) onto East Genesee Street, continue for 1 mile. Arbor Lane is on your right.
FROM 690 E: Follow signs to 481 S, exit at DeWitt (3W) onto East Genesee Street, continue for 8/10 mile. Arbor Lane is on your right.
FROM DOWNTOWN SYRACUSE: Travel East on Genesee Street for approximately 5 miles. Arbor Lane is on your left.