7 Memory Care Facilities in Cleveland County, OK

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. 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Cleveland County

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

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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 and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Cleveland County, please visit our Memory Care in Oklahoma page.

Directory of Winners in the Cleveland County Area

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.