Iris Memory Care of NW Oklahoma City is the premier home-like assisted living community specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Located at 12000 N MacArthur Boulevard in northwest Oklahoma City—near Bluff Creek Park and Lake Hefner—this intimate residential community offers a warm welcome for short-term respite stays or permanent placement. From the moment families arrive, they experience familiar sights, soothing sounds, and homey aromas that ease transitions and create genuine comfort.

The community operates across three separate residential buildings, each designed for a maximum of 18 residents, reflecting research showing that those living with dementia thrive in small, intimate environments. With an open floor plan in each home and a higher staff-to-resident ratio than most assisted living communities, residents receive individualized attention every day. The kitchen and dining areas encourage social engagement, and families are welcomed to join their loved ones anytime for home-cooked meals. Conveniently located near major hospitals including INTEGRIS Health Baptist and Mercy Hospital within a 5-mile radius, and easily accessible from MacArthur Boulevard and NW 122nd Street, the community serves NW Oklahoma City, Edmond, Piedmont, and Nichols Hills.

At Iris Memory Care, specially trained caregivers prioritize understanding each resident as a unique individual, providing expert, compassionate care grounded in deep knowledge of memory loss and dementia. The philosophy centers on living well in every moment, with intentional design choices—from hardwood-like flooring that reduces fall risk to wall colors specially selected for their calming effect—throughout resident suites and community spaces.

Care services

• Memory Care by Design: Specialized residential dementia care in intimate home settings
• Respite Care: Short-term stays for family caregivers seeking temporary support or those considering permanent placement
• 24-hour certified care staff and on-site nurse
• Personalized daily activity programming tailored to individual needs
• Medication management and behavioral and emotional support
• Personal assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Incontinence care and mobility/transfer assistance
• Three chef-prepared, dietitian-approved meals daily plus healthy snacks
• Scheduled transportation (available on case-by-case basis)
• Housekeeping and laundry services

Amenities

• Comfortable living rooms with calming, elegantly chosen décor
• Covered porches for shaded outdoor relaxation
• Beautiful secured courtyards and walking path for peaceful strolls
• Game and activity room for enrichment and engagement
• Full-service on-site salon with rejuvenating services
• Pet therapy programs for emotional connection and joy
• Interactive, stimulating art throughout the community
• Regular field trips and outings to support social engagement
• Community events, games, and programming
• Artistic expression and musical enrichment activities
• Gardening opportunities for hands-on engagement
• Spiritual support and community connections
• Life safety systems and emergency generator for resident security
• Access control to ensure safety and freedom of movement