Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills
Memory Care & Respite Care · Oklahoma City, OK

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills

Memory Care & Respite Care · Oklahoma City, OK

Overview of Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is a unique community surrounded by local amenities in N May Ave, Oklahoma City, OK, that focuses on memory care. With an experienced and specially trained team available around the clock, residents receive the utmost care and assistance for their special needs. The community also provides medication management, mobility and transfer assistance, and emotional and behavioral management to enhance residents’ quality of life.

A robust slate of fun-filled activities and engaging programs accompanies residents as they try out new things and experience the best of their golden years. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. The community fosters social connection with its carefully crafted amenities like the life safety systems, an emergency generator, a game and activity room, and beautiful courtyards.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 66 Rank #68 / 137Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 137 homes we track in Oklahoma for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oklahoma facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #24 / 195Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 195 homes we track in Oklahoma for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oklahoma facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
65 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #48 / 117Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 117 homes we track in Oklahoma for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Oklahoma average, with its Statewide rank out of 117. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
79% This home usually has availability
Higher than the Oklahoma average: 60.6%
Occupied beds
52 / 66

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
CountyOklahoma
License NumberAL5536

Ownership & Operating Entity

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is administered by Cristy Davis.

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Inspection History

In Oklahoma, the State Department of Health, Protective Health Services is the regulatory body responsible for conducting unannounced inspections and reporting on facility compliance.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 16 deficiencies 14 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Oklahoma state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Oklahoma state average
Overall vs. OK average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Oklahoma average:
• Total deficiencies (60% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (24% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOK Averagevs. OK Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1610 This facility has 60% more total deficiencies than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (16 vs. OK avg 10).↑ 60% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.10.89 This facility has 24% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (1.1 vs. OK avg 0.89).↑ 24% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityOK Averagevs. OK Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1411 This facility has had 27% more total inspections than the Oklahoma average (14 vs. OK avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 27% more

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 6.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Oklahoma City's city center to Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the OK State Dept. of Health (OSDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Official facility name used in federal/state reporting (may differ slightly from the marketing name).
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Sommerset Neighborhood
MC
AL
Oklahoma City (South Oklahoma City)126 No A- 48 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Southern Plaza Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
Bethany (Central Oklahoma City)110 No - 72 -
Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills
MC
RC
Oklahoma City (Central Oklahoma City)66 No - 65 Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
Radiance Senior Living at The Village
MC
AL
Oklahoma City (Central Oklahoma City)65 No A 42 Studio / 1 Bed
Iris Memory Care of NW Oklahoma City
MC
RC
Oklahoma City (Northwest Oklahoma City)60 No - 68 Private / Semi-Private Suite

Frequently Asked Questions about Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills

What neighborhood is Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills in?

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City.

Is Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills in a walkable area?

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills?

According to OK state health department records, Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills's license number is AL5536.

What is the occupancy rate at Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills?

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills's occupancy is 79%.

Are pets allowed at Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills?

No, Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills?

Cristy Davis is the administrator of Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills.

How many beds does Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills have?

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills has 66 beds.

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