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Senior living in Ponca City, OK

6 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
6
in Ponca City
Licensed capacity
470
across all 6
Within 25 miles
10
of the center of Ponca City
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Senior living communities near Ponca City

Counting neighboring towns, there are 10 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Ponca City, 4 more than in Ponca City itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Ponca City

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Nearby cities

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Local overview

Senior living in Ponca City at a glance

Ponca City has 6 senior living communities in our directory, drawn from public records. They are spread over 2 ZIP codes, with the largest group (4) in 74604. By size, the most common group is more than 60 residents (3 of 6 that report it).

By ZIP code

  • 746044
  • 746012
Senior living communities in Ponca City by the ZIP code on their license or certification record.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents3
  • More than 60 residents3
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in Oklahoma

In Oklahoma, the Oklahoma State Department of Health licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the senior living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the Oklahoma State Department of Health about a licensed community, or the Oklahoma long-term care ombudsman at (405) 521-67342.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in Oklahoma

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Oklahoma Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Oklahoma Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (405-523-4000).7
Medicare counseling
Oklahoma’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-763-2828.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Ponca City

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Kay County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Kay County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Long Term Care Authority of Enid2

    (580) 237-2236

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Kay County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Oklahoma Adult Protective Services

    800-522-3511

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Senior Health Insurance Counseling Program (SHIP)8

    1-800-763-2828

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs7

    405-523-4000

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Oklahoma Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Oklahoma.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Ponca City

How many senior living communities are in Ponca City, OK?

WeFoundCare lists 6 senior living communities in Ponca City, OK, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Ponca City there are 10.

How many residents can senior living communities in Ponca City serve?

6 of the 6 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 470 residents.

Which Ponca City ZIP codes have the most senior living communities?

74604 (4), 74601 (2). In all, 2 ZIP codes in Ponca City have at least one.

Who licenses senior living in Oklahoma?

The Oklahoma State Department of Health licenses senior living in Oklahoma. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Ponca City?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Kay County, call (580) 237-2236. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Oklahoma Adult Protective Services at 800-522-3511.

Are there senior living communities near Ponca City?

Nearby cities with listings include Blackwell (1, 13.8 mi), Fairfax (1, 22.7 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Ponca City

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 6 of 6 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Ponca City (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Oklahoma State Department of Health, Health Facility Systems. oklahoma.gov/health/services/licensing-inspections/long-term-care-service/health-facility-systems.html Accessed .
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.