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

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills

Memory Care & Respite Care · Oklahoma, 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.

(405) 554-9772
Bed community size
66-bed community Rank #71 / 141Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st 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.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: 65 / 100 Rank #24 / 208Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th 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.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
79%
Rank #50 / 130Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 130 homes in Oklahoma. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Oklahoma average, with its Statewide rank out of 130. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
52 / 66
Average occupied beds in Oklahoma homes 60 beds

License Details

StatusActive
CountyOklahoma
License NumberAL5536

Ownership & Operating Entity

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is administrated 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 16 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 (100% above)
• Deficiencies per year (109% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection November 13, 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. 168 This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (16 vs. OK avg 8).↑ 100% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2019. 2.31.1 This facility has 109% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (2.3 vs. OK avg 1.1).↑ 109% worse

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

  • The November 13, 2025 relicensure survey found no deficiencies and cleared two unsubstantiated complaints related to staffing adequacy and resident abuse.
  • The April 8, 2019 complaint investigation substantiated failure to implement the abuse policy, timely submit incident reports, and thoroughly investigate a resident’s fatal head injury.
  • The June 25, 2024 relicensure survey cited one deficiency for staff lacking required first aid and CPR training, with a plan of correction accepted and revisit scheduled.

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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 10.0 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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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Oklahoma

Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oklahoma.

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ADvantage Waiver

Oklahoma Medicaid ADvantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oklahoma resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OK

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Oklahoma Respite Voucher Program

OK Respite Vouchers

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Oklahoma resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
OK

Limited vouchers; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Personal Care Program

Oklahoma Personal Care Program

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OK resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OK

No NFLOC required (less stringent than ADvantage); statewide via SoonerCare.

Benefits
Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Bathing Grooming Light housekeeping Meal prep

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Oklahoma OAA Services

Age 60+
General OK resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged for some services.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OK

11 AAAs; services vary by region (e.g., urban vs. rural).

Benefits
Meals (home-delivered or congregate, ~$5-$7/meal value) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oklahoma Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OK resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oklahoma VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OK resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Oklahoma SFMNP

Age 60+
General OK resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OK

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 11 AAAs; farmers’ market focus.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Oklahoma Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General OK resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$25,000/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value < $1M.
OK

Exemption up to $1,000 of assessed value; homestead required.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$100-$200/year avg., varies by county)

Compare Memory Care around Oklahoma

The information below is reported by the Oklahoma State Department of Health, Protective Health Services.

Sommerset Neighborhood
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Oklahoma City (South Oklahoma City)
126
Facility 126
OK AVG 74
Rank #12 / 141
No
48
Facility 48
OK AVG 38
Rank #74 / 208
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 17
Rank #32 / 32
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
OK AVG 73.7%
Rank #41 / 126
A-Jessica Guillory13
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 3.3
Rank #5 / 105
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 3.2
Rank #7 / 105
5
Facility 5
OK AVG 8
Rank #40 / 105
0.4
Facility 0.4
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #34 / 105
Mansion at Waterford
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Oklahoma City (Central Oklahoma City)
125
Facility 125
OK AVG 74
Rank #14 / 141
No
34
Facility 34
OK AVG 38
Rank #115 / 208
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
10
Facility 10
OK AVG 17
Rank #21 / 32
87.2%
Facility 87.2%
OK AVG 73.7%
Rank #22 / 126
A+Caryl Ridgeway13
7
Facility 7
OK AVG 3.3
Rank #94 / 105
5
Facility 5
OK AVG 3.2
Rank #79 / 105
13
Facility 13
OK AVG 8
Rank #75 / 105
1.0
Facility 1.0
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #76 / 105
Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Oklahoma City (Central Oklahoma City)
66
Facility 66
OK AVG 74
Rank #71 / 141
No
65
Facility 65
OK AVG 38
Rank #24 / 208
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room-
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
OK AVG 73.7%
Rank #50 / 126
-Cristy Davis14
8
Facility 8
OK AVG 3.3
Rank #96 / 105
9
Facility 9
OK AVG 3.2
Rank #103 / 105
16
Facility 16
OK AVG 8
Rank #86 / 105
1.1
Facility 1.1
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #79 / 105
Radiance Senior Living at The Village
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Oklahoma City (Central Oklahoma City)
65
Facility 65
OK AVG 74
Rank #72 / 141
No
42
Facility 42
OK AVG 38
Rank #97 / 208
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
2
Facility 2
OK AVG 17
Rank #30 / 32
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
OK AVG 73.7%
Rank #55 / 126
AWillena Ferguson9
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 3.3
Rank #5 / 105
2
Facility 2
OK AVG 3.2
Rank #28 / 105
7
Facility 7
OK AVG 8
Rank #55 / 105
0.8
Facility 0.8
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #65 / 105
Jasmine Estates of Oklahoma City
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Oklahoma City (South Oklahoma City)
50
Facility 50
OK AVG 74
Rank #97 / 141
No
43
Facility 43
OK AVG 38
Rank #93 / 208
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
7
Facility 7
OK AVG 17
Rank #24 / 32
-A+Laura Leehan-----

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%.

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.

Are there photos of Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills in the photo gallery on this page.

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