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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.
Higher than the Oklahoma average: 60.6%Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is administrated by Cristy Davis.
In Oklahoma, the State Department of Health, Protective Health Services is the regulatory body responsible for conducting unannounced inspections and reporting on facility compliance.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OK Average | vs. OK Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 8 | This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (16 vs. OK avg 8).↑ 100% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2019.
| 2.3 | 1.1 | This facility has 109% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (2.3 vs. OK avg 1.1).↑ 109% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on November 13, 2025, found no deficiencies during the relicensure survey and complaint investigations related to staffing adequacy and resident abuse. Earlier inspections showed a mix of deficiencies primarily involving staff training and certification, medication management, and maintaining a clean and sanitary environment, with some substantiated complaints about medical care and abuse policy implementation. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated in recent years, with notable substantiated cases in 2019 and 2020 related to abuse policy failures and inadequate medical care, but no enforcement actions or fines were listed in the available reports. Prior deficiencies were addressed through accepted plans of correction and follow-up visits confirmed compliance. The inspection history suggests improvement over time, with the most recent surveys showing no cited deficiencies.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
Building Type: Single-story
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10.0 miles from city center
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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Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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The information below is reported by the Oklahoma State Department of Health, Protective Health Services.
| Southern Plaza Assisted Living and Memory Care |
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. | Bethany (Central Oklahoma City) | 110 | No | 72 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room | - |
81.8%
Facility
81.8%
OK AVG
73.3%
Rank
#39 / 126 | - | Danelle Zemke | 8 | 1
Facility
1
OK AVG
3.1
Rank
#5 / 105 | 1
Facility
1
OK AVG
2.8
Rank
#9 / 105 | 4
Facility
4
OK AVG
8.3
Rank
#36 / 105 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
OK AVG
0.8
Rank
#42 / 105 |
| Legend at Council Road |
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.
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 (Northwest Oklahoma City) | 76 | Yes | 23 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room | - |
89.5%
Facility
89.5%
OK AVG
73.3%
Rank
#14 / 126 | - | Nikkita Bowler | 18 | 10
Facility
10
OK AVG
3.1
Rank
#105 / 105 | 5
Facility
5
OK AVG
2.8
Rank
#83 / 105 | 15
Facility
15
OK AVG
8.3
Rank
#87 / 105 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
OK AVG
0.8
Rank
#69 / 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.
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.
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 | No | 65 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room | - |
78.8%
Facility
78.8%
OK AVG
73.3%
Rank
#49 / 126 | - | Cristy Davis | 14 | 8
Facility
8
OK AVG
3.1
Rank
#98 / 105 | 9
Facility
9
OK AVG
2.8
Rank
#105 / 105 | 16
Facility
16
OK AVG
8.3
Rank
#90 / 105 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
OK AVG
0.8
Rank
#83 / 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 | No | 42 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room | 2
Facility
2
OK AVG
17
Rank
#29 / 31 |
76.9%
Facility
76.9%
OK AVG
73.3%
Rank
#54 / 126 | A- | Willena Ferguson | 9 | 1
Facility
1
OK AVG
3.1
Rank
#5 / 105 | 2
Facility
2
OK AVG
2.8
Rank
#31 / 105 | 7
Facility
7
OK AVG
8.3
Rank
#59 / 105 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
OK AVG
0.8
Rank
#69 / 105 |
| Brookdale Oklahoma City Southwest |
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) | 40 | No | 52 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room | - |
72.5%
Facility
72.5%
OK AVG
73.3%
Rank
#75 / 126 | - | Emily Cook | 13 | 4
Facility
4
OK AVG
3.1
Rank
#70 / 105 | 2
Facility
2
OK AVG
2.8
Rank
#31 / 105 | 4
Facility
4
OK AVG
8.3
Rank
#36 / 105 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
OK AVG
0.8
Rank
#26 / 105 |
Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City.
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.
According to OK state health department records, Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills's license number is AL5536.
Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills's occupancy is 79%.
Cristy Davis is the administrator of Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills.
Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills has 66 beds.
Iris Memory Care of Nichols Hills is located at 8300 N May Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73120.
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