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Exterior view of Tamarack Retirement Center building Interior common area with residents relaxing Dining room with neatly set tables and floral decor Cozy private resident room with warm decor Common area with seating and decorative lighting Detailed architectural floor plan of a one-bedroom unit Architectural floor plan of a studio apartment Architectural floor plan of a two-bedroom unit Interior common area with residents relaxing Resident crafting in a cozy living area Senior woman playing piano in a bright room Residents playing bingo in a bright activity room Three smiling residents in a cozy interior setting Stylist giving a haircut to a resident in the salon A resident enjoying video calls in a cozy interior Senior woman raising her hand in an activity room Residents enjoying an activity in a common area Resident proudly holding a medical alert pendant

Tamarack Retirement Center

1224 East Tamarack Road, Altus, OK 73521 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Tamarack Retirement Center

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Tamarack Retirement Center sits on East Tamarack Road in Altus, Jackson County, operated by JCMH Health Care Corporation under administrator Dakota McGrory. It’s a 68-bed community offering both assisted living and memory care, positioned in a moderately walkable neighborhood where a Walk Score of 57 means some errands work on foot, though most still require a drive.

At 69% occupancy, the community is running below full capacity. That’s practical info for families: the building isn’t stretched thin, and the community isn’t full, which can affect wait times and the social feel of the place. Around-the-clock certified staffing is in place for both care tracks.

Transportation goes to medical and dental appointments, shopping runs, and social outings. Wireless call systems are installed in each room, covered parking is available, and security surveillance runs throughout. Meals are folded into the monthly rent, and there’s a monthly activity calendar.

State inspections have historically centered on medication management and resident rights, which points toward administrative and care-process oversight rather than facility infrastructure issues.

Tamarack is a private-pay facility; neither Medicaid nor Medicare is accepted. For families working with insurance or public coverage, that’s a firm constraint to confirm before visiting. The community fits those looking for a smaller, fully staffed assisted living or memory care option in Altus, without the complexity of navigating public benefits at admission.

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Bed community size
68-bed community Rank #70 / 141Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th out of 141 homes in Oklahoma. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Oklahoma that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 57 / 100 Rank #46 / 208Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 208 homes in Oklahoma. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Oklahoma facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Oklahoma that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
69%
Rank #91 / 132Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 91st out of 132 homes in Oklahoma. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Oklahoma average, with its Statewide rank out of 132. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Oklahoma that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Oklahoma average: 60.6%
Occupied beds
47 / 68
Average occupied beds in Oklahoma homes 60 beds

License Details

CountyJackson

Ownership & Operating Entity

Tamarack Retirement Center is administered by Dakota Mcgrory.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features24-hour security surveillance, fire safety system and video surveillance.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Group Activities
Wireless Call Systems For Each Resident
Comfortable Community Areas
Security Systems
Covered Parking
24-Hour Certified Staff
Transportation For Medical And Dental Appointments
Shopping
Errands
And Social Events
ActivitiesMonthly activity calendar available
Specific ProgramsAmenities & Room Layouts

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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 5 deficiencies

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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Oklahoma average:
• Total deficiencies (38% below)
• Deficiencies per year (36% below)
Latest Inspection June 20, 2025 Renewal

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. 58 This facility has 38% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (5 vs. OK avg 8).↓ 38% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2019. 0.71.1 This facility has 36% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (0.7 vs. OK avg 1.1).↓ 36% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on June 20, 2025, found no deficiencies and renewed the license for 68 beds.
  • A February 28, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated failure to report incidents timely for five residents, citing one deficiency in incident reporting.
  • The October 16, 2019 inspection found four deficiencies related to medication management and resident rights, with potential for more than minimal harm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tamarack Retirement Center

Is Tamarack Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Tamarack Retirement Center has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Tamarack Retirement Center?

Tamarack Retirement Center's occupancy is 69%.

Who is the administrator of Tamarack Retirement Center?

Dakota McGrory is the administrator of Tamarack Retirement Center.

How many beds does Tamarack Retirement Center have?

Tamarack Retirement Center has 68 beds.

Are there photos of Tamarack Retirement Center?

Yes — there are 17 photos of Tamarack Retirement Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Tamarack Retirement Center?

Tamarack Retirement Center is located at 1224 East Tamarack Road, Altus, OK 73521.

What is the phone number of Tamarack Retirement Center?

(580) 379-6988 will put you in contact with the team at Tamarack Retirement Center.

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