Retirement
Those who are looking to retire in Oklahoma City will find a favorable location not only for its number of retirees already here, but also its services and low cost of living. There are a number of services available here for seniors on the federal, state, and city level. Employment and volunteer opportunities can be found by contacting a few agencies. Everything from independent living to nursing homes is offered across the area.
This chapter includes resources to get seniors or those who care for seniors started toward retirement and personal care. While there is no way to list all the services available, this chapter will point readers in the right direction. There are Web sites to check out as well as phone numbers to call as the search begins. Readers will find a number of retirement communities and living areas for seniors. These communities invite people to come in for tours of their facilities. Keep in mind that communities offer different services and amenities. When checking out senior services and facilities, be sure to ask questions. A good rule of thumb is to write down questions well in advance. Ask for references and check with state organizations to see if any complaints have been filed.
The Areawide Aging Agency, 3200 NW 48th (405-943-4344), is a good source for all areas of senior care. It has a wide range of services and programs available to seniors from home delivered meals to caregiver support. It publishes the book, Survival Kit for Seniors every year and the content is available online at http://areawide.ok.networkofcare.org/aging/resource/find/cfm.
1. Medicare Services
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (800) 633-4227
Address: 701 NW 63rd St., Ste. 300
Description: If you are having a problem with your Medicare payments or aren’t sure what services Medicare covers, call the number above to get your questions answered.
2. Social Security And Medicare
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 605-3000
Address: 2615 Villa Prom
Description: This office helps individuals who have questions about their Social Security benefits, disability benefits, or Medicare. They can also help with lost or stolen cards. Hours are Mon through Fri from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The TDD number for Oklahoma City is (405) 605-3001, extension 3020.
3. Adult Protective Services
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (800) 522-3511 (statewide 24/7
Description: This agency protects and is an advocate for senior citizens.You can also look in the blue pages of the phone book for local county offices. These offices are listed by zip code.Quick Numbers
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Address: 2401 NW 23rd St., Ste. 40
5. Department Of Human Services Home Maintenance And Personal Care
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: 2801 NW 50th St., (405) 601-57
6. Oklahoma County Senior Services
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 713-1893
Address: 7401 Northeast 23rd St.
Description: This county division provides information and services to Oklahoma County seniors. There are many services available like adult day care, nutrition, home-repair assistance, in-home assistance, and more. You can also find information on affordable housing, Alzheimer’s support, and prescription drug assistance. It can also direct seniors to volunteer opportunities in the community.
7. Aarp, Oklahoma State Office
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 715-4462
Address: 126 N. Bryant
Description: AARP is a nonprofit organization that provides information and education to senior citizens and is an advocate for issues relating to senior citizens 50 year of age or older, such as health care, housing, transportation, and retirement planning.
8. Care Plus Home Health
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 769-2551
Address: 9828 Northeast 23rd St.
Description: This is an Oklahoma State licensed home health agency. Whether you need assistance for three hours or 24 hours a day, this service can provide it. It offers everything from meal preparation to medication reminders to personal care assistance with things like bathing. There is also a sitter service. Call or visit ther Web site to see all the services offered.
9. Senior Law Resource Center
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 528-0858
Address: 1200 NW 22nd
Description: This center is a nonprofit organization which educates and supports Oklahoma senior citizens and their caregivers. It offers assistance with wills, trusts, probates, powers of attorney, diminished capacity, Medicare, and health care and more. To learn more about the services the center provides or to read up on issues you may be concerned about visit the Web site. You can also request information by phone.
10. Mobile Meals Of Oklahoma County
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 607-2314
Address: 6051 N. Brookline Ave., Ste. 123
Description: Made possible through area churches and nonprofit agencies, this program delivers hot meals to homebound seniors in Oklahoma County. You must fill out an application. Call and one will be mailed to you. There may be a waiting list.
11. Oklahoma County Senior Nutrition Program
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 949-2709
Address: 5016 NW 10th St.
Description: This areawide aging agency funded program provides hot meals to 32 sites across the community. Seniors transport themselves or be picked up by Congregate Meal Transportation. The program also offers meal delivery to homebound seniors. You must fill out an application, so call as soon as you think you may need this service. Sometimes there is a waiting list. You can also get a list of all the places where this program serves meals by calling the number above.
12. Aarp Foundation Work Search
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 879-3899
Address: 2200 NW 50th St., Ste. 109E
13. Experience Works
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 713-6502
Address: 7401 NE 23rd St.
14. Oklahoma County
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 713-1890
Address: 7401 NE 23rd St.
Description: Seniors who are looking for a rewarding volunteer experience will find help from the organizations listed below. These sources can place seniors in a position of their interest from working with children to being companions to older citizens. Seniors will need to fill out an application and their competency will be evaluated.
15. Foster Grandparent Program
City: Oklahoma City, OK
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (405) 632-6688, extension 257
Address: 1025 Straka Terrace