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With close to 247 sunny days per year, Duncan provides beautiful weather for active seniors to explore and enjoy nature. Located in the southwest corner of the state, Duncan is home to several museums, bodies of water, shops and restaurants for those who enjoy being with friends. The cost of living in the city is also much lower than both the state and national averages, so seniors on a budget can expect to pay less for groceries, health care and transportation.
Duncan has four assisted living communities for seniors who need help with daily living but prefer to remain independent as long as possible. These communities cost around $3,490 per month, though this rate can vary depending on the number of amenities and the size of the community.
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Assisted living in Duncan costs around $3,490 per month, according to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This is $260 less than the state average and $810 less than the national average. Neighboring states all have assisted living costs that are more than what seniors pay in Duncan. The lowest cost is in Arkansas at $3,500. Kansas and Texas facilities cost around $5,090 and $3,998, respectively.
Median assisted living costs in Oklahoma range from $2,960 in Enid to $4,519 in Tulsa. Oklahoma City residents pay more at $3,900 per month. In nearby Texas, assisted living communities in Wichita Falls cost just $5 more per month than in Duncan, while those in Sherman cost around $90 less.
Note: Data for Duncan was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Lawton, was used instead.
Seniors aged 65 and older and those with disabilities who have limited incomes may apply for help to pay for assisted living through the state’s Advantage Waiver Program. Services included in the waiver are case management, personal care, occupational therapy and meals. Learn more about this waiver at our Assisted Living in Oklahoma page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Oklahoma Aging Services Division | (405) 521-2281 | The Oklahoma Aging Services Division connects seniors with programs and services that help them maintain their independence and improve quality of life. These services include legal assistance, job assistance, transportation, nutrition and elder abuse prevention. |
| Oklahoma Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (405) 521-2281 | The Oklahoma long-term care ombudsman helps improve the lives of seniors who reside in residential care facilities, including assisted living. The ombudsman provides information on fall prevention, safety and injury prevention, and it surveys and inspects long-term care facilities to ensure they are maintaining quality standards. |
| Oklahoma Adult Protective Services | (405) 521-3660 | APS responds to complaints concerning long-term care and can provide seniors with a safe place to live throughout the entire investigation. APS also provides information regarding elder rights and holds community events to educate the public on elder abuse. |
| Oklahoma Senior Health Insurance Counseling Program (SHIP) | (800) 763-2828 | SHIP is a nonprofit organization that informs seniors about Medicare and insurance. Trained volunteers provide assistance with Medicaid, Medicare Advantage and supplemental insurance. They also explain benefits and help with filing appeals and navigating coverage amounts. |
| Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs | (580) 658-5800 | Retired men and women in Oklahoma who served in the military and were honorably discharged may take advantage of the programs and services offered by the veteran’s affairs office. These programs include counseling, health and fitness, medical care, transition programs, education and job opportunities. The affairs office can also help veterans receive the Aid and Attendance Benefit, which helps pay for home and community-based services such as housekeeping, grooming, bathing, meals and transportation while in long-term care. |
All assisted living communities in Duncan are regulated by the Department of Health, Health Facility Systems. The agency oversees all aspects of care and licensing. Learn more about the laws and regulations covered by this agency at our Assisted Living in Oklahoma page.
