Located in Kay County, Ponca City sits near the Kansas border in the northern region of Oklahoma, where 5 assisted living facilities serve older adults. Local residential care fees exceed state and national norms by hundreds of dollars, with 2024 cost data putting rates in the range of $6,800 per month.
To help you assess the quality of care and scope of amenities in Ponca City’s assisted living facilities, we feature 10 reviews consumer-provided reviews in the directory below. Reviewers typically give these facilities a rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
2616 Turner Road, Ponca City, OK 74604
3.6
(3 reviews)
"My overall tour of The Renaissance of Ponca City was quite good. I was shown three different rooms. They're currently being renovated, so once they get new carpets they'll be fine. The staff was very helpful and polite. I was only there for 20 minute..."
$3,150
1601 Academy Road, Ponca City, OK 74604
4.2
(5 reviews)
"My mother did rehab at Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Ponca City. It was very clean. Everyone was very concerned about her health concerns. She had great results with the physical therapy. She said that the food was very good. Her room was fa..."
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1500 East Bradley Avenue, Ponca City, OK 74604
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I have been a resident for 3 years. The care is wonderful and the food is delicious. Always activities going on, something for everyone, lots of fun and laughter. I would recommend Creekside Village anytime. The residents are like family...."
$2,700
402 Windsor Road, Arkansas City, KS 67005
4.0
Welcome to Arkansas Citys finest assisted living community and to the many exciting choices available to you at Alderbrook Village. In our community the amenities and supportive options are plentiful and gracious. We offer delicious meals, vibrant activities and the assistance you need in a supportive, home-like environment among friends and family. Here youll find a warm and professional staff that genuinely enjoys their work and it shows in everything they do. From personal assistance to medication reminders and 24/7 care services, Alderbrook Village is committed to providing you or your loved one with a dignified and comfortable lifestyle that supports and enhances your quality of life. Life at Alderbrook Village allows you to be free from the daily rigors of cooking and cleaning so you can maintain the liberties and freedoms of your retirement lifestyle in one of our spacious apartments. Our dedicated associates will take care of the grounds, the housekeeping and other chores; leaving you time to enjoy lifes simple pleasures.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services Facilities Directory
$2,500
1711 N 4th St, Arkansas City, KS 67005
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My grandparents live in the Independent Living wing of Presbyterian Manor in Ark City, KS. They've loved living there for seven years now, and I love to visit them there! They're surrounded by friends and supportive staff members, and there's always ..."
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Assisted Living
Brenda
4.0
Review of Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Ponca City
My mom has moved into Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Ponca City. Like any other assisted living, it is just OK. They don't go out of their way to make things better; they just keep things...
Provider response
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Assisted Living
Holly
5.0
Review of Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Ponca City
Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Ponca City was a very nice facility. The staff met me on a Saturday so that I could do a walkthrough and take a look at everything. She showed me a...
Provider response
Thank you for your kind words! We believe that the right care starts with listening and delivering care with compassion.
Assisted Living
old lady67
5.0
Review of Creekside Village Assisted Living
I have been a resident for 3 years. The care is wonderful and the food is delicious. Always activities going on, something for everyone, lots of fun and laughter. I would recommend Creekside...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that Ponca City seniors pay around $6,800 per month for assisted living. This rate outpaces the Oklahoma norm of $4,888, as well as costs in nearby cities. The typical expense in Lawton is roughly $1,850 below local fees. In Oklahoma City, seniors pay comparatively budget-friendly rates of about $4,573.
Ponca City
$6,800
Oklahoma
$4,888
United States
$5,350
Enid
$5,550
Tulsa
$5,499
Oklahoma City
$4,573
Lawton
$4,948
In Ponca City, seniors pay $3,980 per month for assisted living.
SoonerCare, Oklahoma’s Medicaid plan, offers health care coverage to low-income seniors. The Advantage Waiver Program is available for qualified seniors to aid in covering the costs associated with assisted living. There are no non-Medicaid programs which cover assisted living costs in Oklahoma.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Oklahoma page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Oklahoma page.
At roughly 6,800 per month, assisted living ranks among the more expensive senior care options in the Ponca City area. Seniors spend around $1,270 less on in-home care and home health care. Those who attend adult day health care pay about $3,792. However, nursing home costs run considerably higher, at approximately $9,125 for shared accommodations.
In-Home Care
$5,529
Home Health Care
$5,529
Adult Day Health Care
$3,792
Assisted Living Facility
$6,800
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Since data for Ponca City is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Wichita, KS, instead.
Seniors in Ponca City can connect with various programs and organizations for help with finding the appropriate assisted living options for their needs and budgets. This resource table also includes social and recreational programs that promote a high quality of life throughout retirement.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Center | (580) 763-8051 | Ponca City’s senior center is open to those aged 50 and over. It hosts activities, such as hymn nights, carry-in dinners, support groups, hobby groups, fitness classes, choir and table games. It also has educational and health programs that support lifelong wellness, and it serves daily low-cost lunches, which members must register in advance to receive. The center is open on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program of Kay County | (580) 762-9214 | The Retired Senior Volunteer Program of Kay County provides those aged 55 and over with exclusive volunteer opportunities at over 30 local nonprofit organizations and charities. Volunteers participate in activities, such as helping those who experienced natural disasters find local resources to meet their needs, teaching classes in senior centers and tutoring school-aged children. |
| Oklahoma Department of Veterans' Affairs, Northeast Team | (918) 348-4901 | The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs’ northeast office serves older veterans in the Ponca City region. Through this office, veterans and their qualifying family members get help with obtaining state benefits, such as sales and income tax exemptions and special license plates, as well as community-based services, including counseling, prescription drug assistance and health care services. The office can also help veterans apply for federal VA benefits that may pay for some assisted living services. |
| Oklahoma 2-1-1 | 2-1-1 | Oklahoma 2-1-1 is a free information and referral service for all Oklahoma residents. Seniors in Ponca City can call the helpline for assistance from certified resource specialists with finding programs and services, such as transportation, wellness screenings, durable medical equipment loans and long-term care options counseling. This service is available 24/7, and seniors can reach it over the phone, through text message and via the online chat tool. |
| Area Agency on Aging | (580) 234-7475 | The Long Term Care Authority of Enid is the Area Agency on Aging for the Ponca City area. The agency provides a range of services, such as referrals for community-based programs, long-term care options counseling, recreational programming and non-emergency medical transportation. It also has a long-term care ombudsman who helps seniors with issues related to assisted living. |
Ponca City Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Oklahoma are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Oklahoma page for more information about these laws.
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