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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Payson, OK

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The cost of independent living in Payson is about $3,804 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 159 options. Read 2005 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.

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Photo of Grand Boulevard Townhomes
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Oakridge Village
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.
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 College View 236
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 Oklahoma Christian Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Marie Mc Guire Plaza
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Jeltz Senior Ctr
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 Cornerstone Development
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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Photo of Towers Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Wesley Village Retirement
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Andrews Square
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.
Photo of Hillcrest Living Ctr
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Driskell House Retirement Ctr
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Shartel Towers
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 Crystal Place
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 Gardens At Reding Apts
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Village at Oakwood
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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 Grace Living Ctr Stillwater
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 Hillcrest Senior Ctr
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.

Cost of independent living in Payson, OK

The average cost of senior living in Payson is $3,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carney, OK with an average of $2,675 per month.

Independent living costs in Payson, OK, vs. nearby cities

Payson, OK
$3,804/mo
$3,901/mo
$3,844/mo

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

Payson, OK
$3,804/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Payson, OK, vs. other senior living options

$4,613/mo
Independent Living
$3,804/mo

Independent living costs in Payson, OK, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,863/mo
Studio
$4,440/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,269/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,428/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,953/mo

Senior living costs in Payson 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: Payson, OK
Column state: Oklahoma
Column national: U.S.
Community typePayson, OKOklahomaU.S.
Independent Living$3,804/mo$3,862/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,676/mo$4,499/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,613/mo$4,472/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Payson, OK:$3,804/mo
Oklahoma:$3,862/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Payson, OK:$4,676/mo
Oklahoma:$4,499/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Payson, OK:$4,613/mo
Oklahoma:$4,472/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Payson

Recent reviews for independent living in Payson

Touchmark at Coffee Creek in Edmond, OK

5.0
I toured a lot of places and they were all nice, but I really wanted a house which is why I chose Touchmark. I have 2 dogs and have a nice patio and yard so that works really well for them. They also have housekeeping twice a week too. The staff and residents are so welcoming and everyone knows ...
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Epworth Villa a CCRC in Oklahoma City, OK

5.0
My mother has lived in Independent Living for 6 years now and we've always found the staff helpful and easy to deal with.

Rainbow Health Care Community and Rainbow Assisted Living Community in Bristow, OK

4.0
We are satisfied with Rainbow Health Care Community. Friendly. It is closer to our(my husband and my home). The price is reasonable and the staff is willing to help. It is small community and not a lot of traffic.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the warmth and helpfulness of the staff at various communities including Album Quail Springs, Acclaim Living, and Tealridge Retirement Community. They go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and make everyone feel welcome.
Varied and enjoyable activities. From games and crafts to outings and entertainment, residents at communities like Rivermont Independent Living, Village on the Park at Oklahoma City, and The Carlstone Independent 55 Living have access to a wide range of activities that keep them engaged and active.
Beautifully maintained facilities. Residents and families consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common spaces and their own living quarters at communities such as Legacy Village of Stillwater, Lyndale Edmond Senior Living, and The Veraden Senior Living.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with communities like Rivermont Independent Living, Village on the Park at Oklahoma City, and Legacy Village of Stillwater providing excellent dining experiences.
Sense of community and friendship. Many residents express the joy of making new friends and feeling part of a community at places like The Carlstone Independent 55 Living, Village on the Park at Oklahoma City, and Rivermont Independent Living. The supportive and inclusive atmosphere is a highlight for many.
Easy access to amenities and nearby attractions. Being close to shops, restaurants, and other amenities is a significant advantage for some residents, as seen in reviews for Laurel Springs, Sand Sage of West Plains, and Tealridge Retirement Community.
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Payson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Payson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Payson, 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 Payson 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 Payson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Payson, OKNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Payson 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 Payson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Payson, OKNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Payson 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 Payson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Payson, OKNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.7%
46.4%
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