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Broken Arrow is located just outside of Tulsa in northeastern Oklahoma. The city is home to approximately 110,200 residents, nearly 14% of whom are aged 65 and older.
Assisted living may be ideal for seniors who need a little help with their housework, personal care activities or medication and want to live in an active community with opportunities for socialization and fun. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Broken Arrow, OK, can expect to pay about $3,855 per month for assisted living. This figure is less than the national average of $4,500, but on par with the Oklahoma state average.
With this guide, seniors can easily compare assisted living costs in Oklahoma and learn more about helpful resources.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Oklahoma. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Seniors in Broken Arrow pay $3,855 per month for assisted living.
Assisted living communities in Broken Arrow typically charge around $3,855. This rate is exactly the same as the Oklahoma state average, but comes in below the national average of $4,500 by $645.
Prices for assisted living in Broken Arrow are on the low end of the cost spectrum compared to rates in other Oklahoma cities. Lawton, for instance, is slightly more affordable at an average of $3,561 per month. Oklahoma City is significantly more expensive at $4,800 per month, with Norman sporting the same average, but Enid is only slightly costlier than Broken Arrow, with the reported average at $3,980.
Note: Data for Broken Arrow was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Tulsa, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Oklahoma.
| Contact | Description | |
| Indian Nations Council of Governments (INCOG) | (918) 579-9477 | INCOG is the designated Area Agency on Aging for several counties in the Tulsa metropolitan area. Seniors can contact INCOG for information about public and private resources available in Broken Arrow, such as transportation, support groups and activities for seniors. |
| Broken Arrow Senior Center | (918) 259-8377 | The Broken Arrow Senior Center provides an array of educational, social and recreational opportunities for older adults. Some scheduled activities include bingo, yoga and line dancing. The center also offers flu shot clinics and blood pressure screenings. For Broken Arrow residents, an annual membership costs $30. |
| RSVP of Tulsa | (918) 280-8656 | RSVP of Tulsa helps seniors in Creek, Tulsa and Wagoner counties find rewarding volunteer opportunities. It partners with over 180 local nonprofits in several focus areas, including veterans, education and disaster services. Volunteers are matched with opportunities based on their availability and areas of interest. |
| Tulsa Transit | (918) 582-2100 | Tulsa Transit operates a fixed-route bus service covering 199 square miles in the Tulsa metropolitan area, including Broken Arrow. Seniors who are aged 62 and older can receive a Reduced Fare Card, allowing them to pay $0.85 for a single trip. Seniors aged 75 and older can ride for free, through the Super Senior program. |
| The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Oklahoma State University | (405) 744-5868 | OLLI offers noncredit courses for older adults at Oklahoma State University’s Tulsa campus. These courses covering topics, such as politics, theater and history, are offered during the fall, spring and summer semesters. One-time lecture presentations are also available. OLLI membership starts at $40 per year and is open to people aged 50 and older. |
| LIFE Senior Services | (918) 664-9000 | This nonprofit agency provides many services to seniors in northeastern Oklahoma, including educational seminars to help seniors understand Medicare. Seniors can sign up for personalized counseling to get help choosing a Part D drug plan or applying for the Extra Help program. Through its Tax Assistance Program, it provides free tax services to eligible seniors. The agency also publishes LIFE’s Vintage Newsmagazine, a free monthly publication for seniors. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Broken Arrow area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
