10 Memory Care Facilities near Tulsa, OK
Also serving communities of Sand Springs, Owasso, Bartlesville.
There are 10 Memory Care Facilities in the Tulsa area, with 9 in Tulsa and 1 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Tulsa is $4,844 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,875. Cheaper nearby regions include Broken Arrow with an average starting cost of $4,478.
To help you with your search, browse the 41 reviews below for memory care facilities in Tulsa. On average, consumers rate memory care in Tulsa 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 9 families in Tulsa find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Tulsa, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in Tulsa, OK
Brookdale Tulsa Midtown
Legend at Tulsa Hills
Bellarose
Brookdale Tulsa 71st and Sheridan
Aberdeen Memory Care
Heritage Point of Tulsa
Montereau
Autumn Leaves of Tulsa
The Linden at Stonehaven Square
Green Tree
What to Consider About Memory Care in Tulsa
Across the state of Oklahoma, approximately 60,000 individuals aged 65 and older have Alzheimer's disease. In Tulsa, seniors in this age group make up 13.1 percent of the city's 400,000 residents. For those seniors and their loved ones who are considering memory care services, the Tulsa area has 15 different memory care facilities available. Nine of these are located within the city limits, and six more can be found in neighboring communities such as Broken Arrow and Sand Springs.
In the city of Tulsa, as in the rest of Oklahoma, memory care facilities fall under the umbrella term of Assisted Living Centers, or ALCs. Oklahoma's laws regarding memory care facilities are the same as those for ALCs.
- Tulsa's overall living costs are 10.4 percent below the national average, making the city an excellent choice for cost-conscious seniors.
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Tax laws in Tulsa and throughout Oklahoma are friendly toward seniors. Social Security benefits are not taxed. Other types of retirement income, including 401(k) plan and pension withdrawals, are taxable; however, seniors may be able to take a $10,000 deduction.
- Tulsa's high rates of violent and property crimes place it among the 100 most dangerous cities in the U.S. In fact, 98 percent of U.S. cities are considered safer than Tulsa. The odds of a resident being the victim of a crime in the city are one in 14.
- Summers in Tulsa may be uncomfortably hot and humid for some seniors. Average high temperatures in July can climb to about 92 degrees Fahrenheit. By contrast, winters are usually mild, with an average of only six inches of snowfall and an average low temperature in January of about 26 degrees.
Paying for Memory Care in Tulsa
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Tulsa start around $4,814 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,999 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Tulsa 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.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Tulsa
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.
Free Memory Care Resources in Tulsa
Tulsa 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 Tulsa, please visit our Memory Care in Oklahoma page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Tulsa
Tulsa-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.
Memory Care near Tulsa, OK
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Tulsa
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Review of Autumn Leaves of Tulsa
My wife and I were concerned because my mother desperately needed dementia care and we couldn't provide for her the kind of care she needed. We tried home health but the nurse didn't really do much... Read more
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Review of Legend at Tulsa Hills
Legend at Tulsa Hills was extremely nice, but it's not anything my mother could use. They offered a lot of programs, but not for memory care. She passed a cafe, a movie theater, and games, which is... Read more
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Review of Autumn Leaves of Tulsa
We chose Autumn Leaves of Tulsa for my father. I just like the freedom that they had to roam around for the memory care part, the rooms for 2 beds were still separate, I liked that part, and then t... Read more
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