Overview of The Veraden

Sister home of the Lyndale Edmond Senior Living, The Veraden is a vibrant community that excels in housing a professional care staff and convenient features all thought of to offer comfort and hospitality.  The luxury senior home boasts a serene environment that practices a resident-centered philosophy where they aim to enhance the standard of living of every senior. They are an embodiment of enriched lifestyle practices. The Veraden is a community that aims to mark a difference in the lives of its residents, serving with compassion, patience, and understanding. 

A member of the Sagoria Senior Living community, expect The Veraden to have something for everyone, where residents can dip their toes and find interest through their restaurant-style dining, walking paths, fishing pond,  and full-service salon; as well as cottages for independent living and private apartments for assisted living are designed to meet the needs of every resident.

(405) 341-8600
Bed community size
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
13 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Higher than the Oklahoma average: 60.6%
Occupied beds
97 / 110
Average residents 60 per day

License Details

StatusActive
CountyOklahoma
License NumberAL5545

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Veraden is administrated by Amber Saunders.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Leslie Stone, Executive Director

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 279 - 401 / 463 - 793 / 773 - 1,141 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at The Veraden

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

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Inspection History

In Oklahoma, the State Department of Health, Protective Health Services is the regulatory body responsible for conducting unannounced inspections and reporting on facility compliance.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 8 years.

11 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date November 24, 2025
Complaint Investigation

11 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Oklahoma average: 8 deficiencies

1.0 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for The Veraden

The most recent inspection on November 24, 2025, found multiple deficiencies related to kitchen sanitation, medication administration, resident assessments, and quality assurance processes. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with prior complaint investigations citing issues mainly around food sanitation, assistance with activities of daily living, and care documentation. Inspectors noted recurring themes involving food service sanitation and medication or care documentation errors. Complaint investigations included substantiated findings related to care and notification failures, while most other complaints were unsubstantiated. The facility’s deficiencies appear to persist over time without a clear trend of improvement or decline based on the available reports, and enforcement actions were not listed in the available reports.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans

The Veraden Senior Living 2 Bed
The Veraden Senior Living 1 Bed C
The Veraden Senior Living 1 Bed B
The Veraden Senior Living 1 Bed
The Veraden Senior Living Studio B
The Veraden Senior Living Studio
The Veraden Senior Living 2 Bed B

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oklahoma

The Veraden is located in Edmond, Oklahoma.
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ADvantage Waiver

Oklahoma Medicaid ADvantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oklahoma resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OK

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Oklahoma Respite Voucher Program

OK Respite Vouchers

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Oklahoma resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
OK

Limited vouchers; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Personal Care Program

Oklahoma Personal Care Program

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OK resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OK

No NFLOC required (less stringent than ADvantage); statewide via SoonerCare.

Benefits
Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Bathing Grooming Light housekeeping Meal prep

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Oklahoma OAA Services

Age 60+
General OK resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged for some services.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OK

11 AAAs; services vary by region (e.g., urban vs. rural).

Benefits
Meals (home-delivered or congregate, ~$5-$7/meal value) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oklahoma Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OK resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OK

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Oklahoma LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OK resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OK

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP).

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max via ECAP) Weatherization

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Oklahoma SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, OK resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
OK

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oklahoma VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OK resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OK

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Oklahoma SFMNP

Age 60+
General OK resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OK

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 11 AAAs; farmers’ market focus.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Oklahoma Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General OK resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$25,000/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value < $1M.
OK

Exemption up to $1,000 of assessed value; homestead required.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$100-$200/year avg., varies by county)

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Edmond's city center to The Veraden's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.15 miles to nearest hospital (Charles Funderburk, MD)

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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