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10 Best Nursing Homes in Merritt, OK
Merritt is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 19 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Merritt, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Merritt is about $3,737, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 51 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Stafford, Port and Taylor.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Merritt, OK
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22 Floor plans available
8.0
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10 reviews
After my mother had a major health scare, we knew she couldn't continue to live alone. We were so happy to find a place close to everyone she knows. She has been so happy in her apartment with lots of new...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Elkwoodwood Assisted Living is a place where seniors can enjoy all the comforts and conveniences of home, free from burdensome chores associated with daily living, yet receive support and assistance when needed. Trained staff members render individualized service to residents,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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55 Floor plans available
8.0
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9 reviews
My husband developed Parkinsons and until two years ago, did fair and was able to be home. However, after breaking his hip, we had to make a decision, knowing I could no longer take care of him at home....
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.
Weatherwood Assisted Living and Memory Care is a place where seniors can enjoy all the comforts and conveniences of home, free from burdensome chores associated with daily living, yet receive support and assistance when needed. Trained staff members render individualized service to residents,...
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8.0
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20 reviews
This facility is top notch. The building itself is well designed and the landscape is beautiful. Once inside, the lobby has a wide-open layout. It is always clean and smells good throughout the building. ...
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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5 reviews
I would say that Idaho give them a 5 on everything. It was above and beyond what I expected. I didn't know anything about activities because my mom was literally at the end of her life. But everything else...
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.
Living room or a pretend princess castle? You decide. If you’re looking for an Assisted Living community that understands you need an apartment that you can make your own, our community in Weatherford, Oklahoma, may be the right fit for you. You’ll have a studio or one-bedroom floor...
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I feel they Angel Wood tried there best. We have had some trails with mom here but overall I am pleased, not looking to move her. If I was to give a grade it would be 94.
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.
Angelwood Assisted Living is a place where seniors can enjoy all the comforts and conveniences of home, free from burdensome chores associated with daily living, yet receive support and assistance when needed. Trained staff members render individualized service to residents,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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22 Floor plans available
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I think they really care about their residents. They're pretty good about communication with me, although I myself initiate communication with them often. The facility itself is very good.
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: 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.
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.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Merritt, OK
The average cost of senior living in Merritt is $3,737 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cheyenne, OK with an average of $3,208 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merritt, OK vs. nearby cities
Merritt, OK
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merritt, OK vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Merritt, OK by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Merritt
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Merritt
Homestead of Weatherford
4.9
This community is the best to be in. They have a lot of activities like excising, devotionals and bible readings. We also have crafts and games. They keep us busy all the time. the staff are great here to me and all the residents.
Homestead of Elk City
4.4
My wife and I believe [name removed] was well taken care of. The staff was courteous and professional and easy to work with.I would recommend this assisted-living facility and would place my loved one there again.
Woodland Gardens Assisted Living in Hobart, OK
5.0
This facility has been a God Send to my mother. She can live independently while knowing she has excellent nursing staff close by.
This facility is amazing once you step inside the building. The entire staff is always friendly and willing to help out in anyway.
A great place for our little ...
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Merritt nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merritt nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merritt, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Merritt nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Merritt that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merritt, OKNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
2.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merritt nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Merritt Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merritt, OKNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merritt nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merritt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merritt, OKNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
1.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Merritt nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merritt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merritt, OKNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Merritt nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Merritt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merritt, OKNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Homestead of Weatherford, Homestead of Elk City and Woodland Gardens Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Merritt, Oklahoma. See full list of communities.
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