The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Cleveland County, OK for 2024

In the state of Oklahoma, an estimated 64,000 adults are currently living with Alzheimer's disease. Named after President Grover Cleveland, the centrally-located Cleveland County is home to more than 281,000 people. Of this population, 12.9% are aged 65 and older, and may be diagnosed with some form dementia that requires specialized treatment.

In Oklahoma, memory care services are provided by assisted living facilities. There are five facilities across the county offering these specific services, each  licensed by the Long Term Care Services division of the Department of Public Health's Protective Health Services.

• For seniors looking to save on daily living costs, Cleveland County may be a good option. Though higher than the state average, the overall cost of living scores 97.1 compared to the U.S national average of 100.
• While winters are mild, summers in Cleveland County can be very hot, which could be uncomfortable for some seniors. The area is also known to experience severe storms. When visiting a facility, seniors and their families may want to ask about the precautions a facility has in place to keep its residents protected from extreme conditions.
• A low rate of crime can be comforting to seniors and their loved ones. Municipalities in Cleveland County are considered safer than the average U.S. city, scoring a 13.7 out of a possible 100 in terms of violent crime, compared to the national average of 22.7, though family members may still benefit from inquiring about a facility's security policies and procedures.
• Though the sales tax in Oklahoma is high, seniors do not get taxed on Social Security retirement benefits. The state also offers a $10,000 deduction toward other types of retirement income such as a 401(k) or pension earnings. These savings could allow seniors to put more money toward the cost of memory care services.

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

Memory Care costs in Cleveland County start around $5,822 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Cleveland County 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.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Oklahoma page.

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

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Oklahoma page.

Cleveland County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Oklahoma are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Oklahoma page for more information about these laws.