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The cost of independent living in Cherokee County is about $4,276 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 72 options. Read 707 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Muskogee, Tahlequah and Stilwell.

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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Plaza Hills East
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Cherokee County, OK

The average cost of senior living in Cherokee County is $4,276 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elm Grove, OK with an average of $3,126 per month.

Independent living costs in Cherokee County, OK, vs. nearby counties

Cherokee County, OK
$4,276/mo
$4,404/mo
$4,254/mo

Independent living costs in Cherokee County, OK, vs. state and national averages

Cherokee County, OK
$4,276/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Cherokee County, OK, vs. other senior living options

$4,812/mo
Independent Living
$4,276/mo

Independent living costs in Cherokee County, OK, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,389/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,705/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,755/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,385/mo

Senior living costs in Cherokee County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cherokee County, OK
Column state: Oklahoma
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCherokee County, OKOklahomaU.S.
Independent Living$4,276/mo$3,932/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,812/mo$4,561/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,812/mo$4,535/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Cherokee County, OK:$4,276/mo
Oklahoma:$3,932/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Cherokee County, OK:$4,812/mo
Oklahoma:$4,561/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Cherokee County, OK:$4,812/mo
Oklahoma:$4,535/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Cherokee County

Recent reviews for independent living in Cherokee County

Honeycreek Retirement Village in Grove, OK

5.0
Very clean and nice looking apartments. It is owned by the Southern Baptist and has a strong Christian environment. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming, both the employees and residence. [Name removed], the manager has worked there for many years and is truly called to this job. He goes ...
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Dogwood Creek Retirement Center in Muskogee, OK

5.0
I've been very pleased. The staff is friendly, and they keep it clean. We are very happy with the pricing compared to other places we looked at. The activities and the food is good, and they are very responsive and attentive. I haven't seen anything that needs to be improved or done better. We ...
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Morada Broken Arrow

5.0
I was worried my husband wouldn't like it, but we both love it due to the high marks given on the items listed above. This is exactly where we need to be at this time in our life. We have health issues but can still live independently to a large degree and can use help with daily items that ...
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Cherokee County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cherokee County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cherokee County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cherokee County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cherokee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cherokee County, OKNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.9%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
25.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.1%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Cherokee County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cherokee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cherokee County, OKNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.8%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cherokee County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Cherokee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cherokee County, OKNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.1%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.1%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.8%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.6%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.9%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
32.7%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.8%
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Countryside at Tahlequah Assisted Living, Brookdale Claremore and Brookdale Broken Arrow are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cherokee County, Oklahoma. See full list of communities.
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