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University Village Retirement Community

Independent Living Home

University Village Retirement Community

8555 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74137 View map
Overview of University Village Retirement Community

For over half a century, University Village Retirement Community has stood as a beacon of excellence in Tulsa’s senior living landscape. Those who prioritize an active, autonomous lifestyle will find their fit in the independent living apartments. Seamlessly blending independence with a sense of community, these apartments ensure that residents enjoy both personal space and social opportunities.

Every detail in the independent living apartments speaks of comfort and convenience. From full-size refrigerators and microwaves to spacious walk-in closets, residents can relish a blend of modern amenities and classic design. Safety features like bathroom assist bars and emergency pull cords ensure peace of mind, while the inclusive three meals daily offer gastronomic delight. All these, combined with the alluring charm of University Village, make these apartments a sought-after choice for seniors.

(206) 527-3131

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
3/5
Oklahoma average: 3.3/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
3/5
Oklahoma average: 3.3/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5
Oklahoma average: 2.9/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
3/5
Oklahoma average: 3.5/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 59m per day

This home provides 2% more nursing time per resident than the Oklahoma average.

Oklahoma average: 4h 53m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 150

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Oklahoma average
Occupancy rate 63.3%
Residents per day 95
Occupancy rate
63.3%
Residents per day
95

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

68% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.3M
Operating loss
-$368.0K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13,288,961.00
Operating loss
$-368,048.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.0M
22.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.6M
Total costs $13.7M
Bed community size
150-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
63%
In line with Oklahoma average
Occupied beds
95 / 150
Average residents 60 per day

License details

Status Active
County: TULSA

Additional licensing details

License number: AL7214

Ownership & operating entity

University Village Retirement Community is administrated by TRISCHA MATOS.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at University Village Retirement Community

Assisted Living Independent Living Nursing Home
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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.

9 visits/inspections

2 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

Results

0 with issues

9 without issues

Latest inspection

Date:February 13, 2025
Type:Complaint Investigation

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Oklahoma average 4.8


Last Health inspection on Dec 2024

Total health citations 15

Oklahoma average 23.5

Citations per inspection
3.75

Oklahoma average 4.95


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

14 of 15 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 15 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 0.6


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info Oklahoma average: 0.6

0 serious citations More info Oklahoma average: 0.4

15 moderate citations More info Oklahoma average: 22.4

0 minor citations More info Oklahoma average: 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Dec 05, 2024
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Dec 05, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Dec 05, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Dec 05, 2024
Corrected

Compare Independent Living around Broken Arrow The information below is reported by the Oklahoma State Department of Health, Protective Health Services.

University Village Retirement Community
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

Tulsa
80
Yes
-
42
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cedar Ridge Senior Living
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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.

Broken Arrow
74
No
A
4
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Morada Broken Arrow
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.

Broken Arrow
-
Yes
-
34
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Holiday Prairie Rose
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.

Tulsa
-
Yes
-
45
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Broadmoor
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.

Tulsa
-
Yes
-
60
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Living Spaces & Floor Plans

University Village Retirement Community Plan 2
University Village Retirement Community Plan 1
University Village Retirement Community Plan 4
University Village Retirement Community Plan 3

Places of interest near University Village Retirement Community

Address 12.4 miles from city center — 2.38 miles to nearest hospital (Black Hollie L DO)

Address 8555 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74137

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 191
Employees 83
Contractors 108
Staff to resident ratio 2.58:1
50% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average ratio: 1.72:1

Avg staff/day 45
Average shift 8 hours
0% compared with Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 8.2 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 32,796
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 120
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

14.5%

4,755 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 84 Medication Aide/Technician: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Licensed Practical Nurse: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Medical Director: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant368412013,73491100%7.9
Medication Aide/Technician146204,41191100%9.5
Registered Nurse7074,31291100%9.7
Licensed Practical Nurse162183,94391100%9.2
RN Director of Nursing4041,2697077%7.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021,0136673%8
Qualified Social Worker0226666774%5.3
Physical Therapy Aide0335726875%4.3
Dietitian1015196571%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014946571%7.6
Nurse Practitioner1014746268%7.7
Speech Language Pathologist0334136976%3.1
Administrator1013835156%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0223146976%4.5
Physical Therapy Assistant0221094651%2.4
Occupational Therapy Aide011921415%6.6
Medical Director0226067%10
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111933%6.5
120 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
20 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 77%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 73%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 74%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 75%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 76%
1 Administrator
% of Days 56%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 76%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 51%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 15%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 7%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
74 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
9 residents (12.2%)
Medicaid
16 residents (21.6%)
Private pay or other
49 residents (66.2%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.3
5% worse than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 8.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.5
In line with Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 16.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.9%
18% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 14.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 25.1%
50% worse than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 16.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 12.6%
29% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 17.8%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.4%
22% worse than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 4.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.7%
49% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 5.2%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.8%
39% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 3.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.7%
55% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 3.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.5%
85% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 3.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.1%
67% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 15.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
10% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 90.6%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 94.6%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.1%
29% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 75.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 2.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.4%
32% better than Oklahoma average

Oklahoma average: 74.0%

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Financial Aid for Oklahoma Seniors

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ADvantage Waiver

Oklahoma Medicaid ADvantage

Age 65+ or disabled, Oklahoma resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Oklahoma Respite Voucher Program

OK Respite Vouchers

Caregiver of someone 60+, Oklahoma resident.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$40,000 (individual).

Limited vouchers; rural focus.

Personal Care Program

Oklahoma Personal Care Program

Age 65+ (or disabled), OK resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 1+ ADL.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); QIT optional.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Oklahoma OAA Services

Age 60+, OK resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.

None; donations encouraged for some services.

Not assessed.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oklahoma Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, OK resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Oklahoma LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, OK resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Oklahoma SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OK resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Oklahoma VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, OK resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Oklahoma SFMNP

Age 60+, OK resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed.

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

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Oklahoma Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+, OK resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$25,000/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Not assessed; home value < $1M.

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