With its active neighborhoods, local parks, cultural attractions and strong sense of community, it’s no wonder so many adults want to age in place in Tulsa. In doing so, they can remain close to familiar surroundings, trusted medical providers, friends, family and the community they know best. Tulsa also offers a variety of local and statewide resources that can help older adults stay safer, more connected and more independent at home.
From meal programs and transportation options to housing assistance, Medicare guidance and more, the right resources can make daily life more manageable. Senior Helpers Tulsa is proud to help families explore options that support independence, dignity and quality of life.
Tulsa Programs for Seniors
Across Oklahoma, many programs for older adults are supported through Oklahoma Human Services’ Community Living, Aging and Protective Services. In the Tulsa area, seniors and caregivers can also connect with the INCOG Area Agency on Aging, which serves Tulsa, Creek and Osage counties.
Below are just a few of the resources available in Tulsa that can help seniors age in place.
Popular Resources for Older Adults in Tulsa
• Local Aging Services and Information: INCOG Area Agency on Aging can help older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers connect with information and assistance. Tulsa-area families may be able to learn more about senior nutrition, transportation, caregiver support, legal assistance, homemaker services and other community-based resources.
• Affordable Housing Support: The Housing Authority of the City of Tulsa can help qualifying residents learn more about public housing, project-based rental assistance and Housing Choice Voucher options. Tulsa Housing Authority also manages properties for seniors and people with disabilities, which may be helpful for older adults looking for affordable housing options.
• Legal Assistance for Older Adults: Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma offers the OK-SPLASH helpline for Oklahomans ages 60 and older. This program can help qualifying seniors access free legal advice and counseling for certain civil legal issues, including concerns related to housing, benefits, health care, family issues and other important matters.
• Meal and Nutrition Support: Meals on Wheels of Metro Tulsa provides nutritious meals, wellness checks and caring contact for elderly, disabled and homebound residents in Tulsa and surrounding communities. Tulsa & Creek Counties Senior Nutrition may also help older adults access community meal programs, nutrition sites and home-delivered meal options.
• Medicare Counseling: Seniors who are preparing for Medicare or reviewing current coverage can contact Oklahoma’s Medicare Assistance Program, which includes SHIP counseling. This program offers one-on-one help for Medicare beneficiaries, families and caregivers who need guidance on benefits, coverage options and related questions.
• Transportation and Community Support: LIFE Senior Services offers several programs that support healthy aging and aging in place, including transportation. MetroLink Tulsa’s LinkAssist paratransit service may also help eligible riders with disabilities who are unable to use fixed-route bus service.
Support That Makes Aging at Home Easier
Many seniors want to stay in the homes they know and love, and Senior Helpers Tulsa helps make that possible. Our in-home care services support older adults with daily routines, companionship, personal care, mobility, meal planning and medication reminders. Whether your loved one needs occasional help, daily support, overnight care or 24-hour care, our team can help create a plan that fits your family.
Senior Helpers Tulsa provides companion care, personal care, respite care, Return Home transitional care, veterans care services, chronic disease care and specialized support for seniors living with Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s or dementia. With trained caregivers, clear communication and a compassionate approach, we help older adults remain safer, more comfortable and more independent at home.
Let’s Talk About the Right Care Plan
Personalized elder care begins with a conversation. We take time to understand your loved one’s daily routines, preferences and goals for aging in place. Our LIFE Profile assessment, short for Lifestyle, Feasibility and Evaluation, gives us a clearer picture of what support is needed and how care should be delivered.
Senior Helpers Tulsa is locally owned and operated, and has been serving local families since 2009. We provide in-home senior care throughout the Tulsa area, including Bixby, Broken Arrow, Catoosa, Claremore, Collinsville, Coweta, Glenpool, Jenks, Kiefer, Owasso, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Tulsa, West Tulsa and nearby communities.
Ready to get started? Reach out to our team for a no-pressure conversation and start exploring options.