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Located in southwest Oklahoma, Lawton is home to more than 93,000 people, 11% of whom are age 65 and older. Active seniors can explore places like The Holy City and the Museum of the Great Plains. The city is also home to the Comanche National Museum and Cultural Center and the Elmer Thomas Park. Summers are hot with highs around 96 and winters are cold with approximately two inches of snow, which is less than the national average of 28 inches.
The city is home to four assisted living communities. These communities have an average monthly cost of $3,490. The actual cost can vary depending on where the facility is located within the state, the types of programs offered and the size of the community.
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According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Lawton is $3,490, less than the state median of $3,750 and the national average of $4,300. Comparing neighboring states, the assisted living cost in Lawton is less than in Texas, which is $3,998 per month. It is also less than the cost of services in Arkansas, which is $3,500. New Mexico communities cost around $4,050, while Kansas is one of the more expensive states in the area with costs around $5,090 per month.
The cost of assisted living can vary greatly depending on where communities are located within the state. Located near the center of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City costs approximately $590 more per month than Lawton. To the north, Enid was the least expensive in the state at $2,960, while in the east Tulsa cost around $4,519. South of Lawton in Texas, Wichita Falls assisted living communities cost around $3,495 and in the Sherman Area residents can expect to pay just $90 more per month than in Lawton.
Low income seniors who need help paying for assisted living in Lawton may receive assistance through the Medicaid Home and Community Based Service Waiver. This waiver covers services like chore assistance, housekeeping, laundry, transportation and medication administration. Learn more about the requirements and how to apply for the waiver at our Assisted Living in Oklahoma page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Lawton Area Agency on Aging | (580) 248-0000 | The Lawton Area Agency on Aging provides information and services for older adults in the area. This includes information on the available services in your area, mobility assistance, meal plans and housing, individual counseling, support groups and information on supplemental services. |
| Lawton Vet Center | (580) 357-7280 | The Lawton Vet Center provides programs and services for prior military members and their families. This includes individual and group counseling, community outreach and education, employment referrals, medical treatment, educational opportunities and assistance with burials. |
| Center for Creative Living | (580) 248-0471 | The Center for Creative Learning serves as a meeting place for seniors in the area who are aged 55 and older. Activities include arts and crafts, aerobics, games, cards and routine health checks. The center also plans regular outings and special events like dances, live music and birthday parties. |
| Oklahoma Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (405) 521-2281 | The long-term care ombudsman serves as an advocate for seniors in long-term care. The ombudsman helps improve the quality of life for residents and can assist in finding resolution to any problems or issues that arise. The group also conducts inspections on long-term care communities within the state. |
| LATS Lawton Area Transit System | (580) 248-5252 | LATS provides rides to seniors in the area at reduced rates or for free. The system runs Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm and is closed on holidays. Rides are available for medical appointments, errands and regular outings when made at least 24 hours in advance. All vans are wheel-chair accessible. |
Assisted living communities in Lawton are regulated by the Oklahoma State Department of Health. State laws and regulations include staffing requirements, quality of care standards and licensure. Learn more about these standards by visiting our Assisted Living in Oklahoma page.
