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Assisted Living Communities in Ponca City, Oklahoma

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...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

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

Paying for Assisted Living in Ponca City

In Ponca City, seniors pay $3,980 per month for assisted living.  

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Ponca City

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.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Ponca City

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.  

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Senior Center(580) 763-8051Ponca 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) 762-9214The 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) 348-4901The 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 2-1-12-1-1Oklahoma 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) 234-7475The 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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Ponca City

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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Holly

I visited this facility

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.

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Assisted Living

old lady67

I am/was a resident of this facility

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...

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T

I visited this facility

Review of The Renaissance of Ponca City

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...

Provider response

Good morning T, thank you for sharing your experience! Sincerely - Jordan, Culture of Care Team

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