Assisted Living Facilities in Weatherford, OK

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The average cost of assisted living in Weatherford is $3,138 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 7 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Weatherford. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Weatherford 4.75 out of 5 stars.

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Weatherford, Oklahoma, located about 70 miles west of Oklahoma City, is home to 10,833 residents, with seniors aged 65 and older making up 10% of the population. Some of those seniors may enjoy visiting the area’s parks for a picnic lunch or an afternoon stroll, taking a swing at the area golf course, or taking in some history at local museums. There are also two assisted living facilities located within the city limits to support those seniors who may need some help with personal care and other aspects of daily living.

In Weatherford, as is the case in all of Oklahoma, assisted living facilities are known as either assisted living centers or residential care homes, both of which are governed by the Department of Health.

• Oklahoma does not tax seniors on Social Security benefits and only partially taxes retirement savings account withdrawals and pensions, which could benefit Weatherford seniors with tight budgets.
  
• The Weatherford area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Weatherford Regional Hospital and Southwestern Memorial Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  
• Seniors looking for a safe place to retire may find it in Weatherford. The city has a violent crime rating of 13 and a property crime rating of 28.3, both lower than the respective national averages of 22.7 and 35.4.
  
• Seniors with chronic breathing conditions may feel better when living in Weatherford than in other parts of Oklahoma. Weatherford has an air quality rating of 71 out of 100, where lower numbers equate to poorer air quality; more than 12 points higher than the national average of 58.
  
• Weatherford’s overall cost of living is 88.7, lower than both the Oklahoma average of 89.1 and the U.S. average of 100. Seniors can also expect to pay less for groceries and transportation here. Healthcare expenses, however, are higher than the average at 113, which might be of concern to seniors with chronic health conditions.
  
• Weatherford has hot summers with highs of 94 degrees Fahrenheit and mild winters with lows of 25. The city gets 32 inches of rain each year, and six inches of annual snowfall, both lower than the national averages of 38 and 28 inches, respectively. The city also gets 235 sunny days each year, 30 more than the national average of 205, which might be appealing to seniors who enjoy participating in outdoor activities.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Assisted Living costs in Weatherford start around $3,138 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Weatherford and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Oklahoma page.