Arbor House of Norman
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Norman, OK

Arbor House of Norman

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Norman, OK

Overview of Arbor House of Norman

Arbor House of Norman operates on West Main Street in Norman, Oklahoma. The location carries a Walk Score of 16, indicating a car-dependent logistical environment. The physical plant is a single-story structure containing 62 beds across studio and one-bedroom configurations. Current data shows 73% occupancy, representing 45 active residents.

Operational support includes 24-hour staffing by licensed nurses and CNAs. The service model includes respite care for short-term requirements. Nutritional intake is managed through home-cooked meals served in main or private dining areas. The Life in Motion program provides a structured framework for daily social and physical activity.

The facility includes a courtyard for outdoor access. Regulatory history from state inspections shows a consistent focus on the maintenance of resident rights and protections.

Arbor House of Norman is a compact, single-story community providing continuous nursing coverage and systematic engagement. The facility is configured for individuals requiring a supported living environment within the Norman area.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 62 Rank #76 / 137Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 137 homes we track in Oklahoma for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oklahoma facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #168 / 195Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 168th out of 195 homes we track in Oklahoma for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oklahoma facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
16 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #69 / 117Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 69th out of 117 homes we track in Oklahoma for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Oklahoma average, with its Statewide rank out of 117. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
73% This home usually has availability
Higher than the Oklahoma average: 60.6%
Occupied beds
45 / 62

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
CountyCleveland
License NumberAL1405

Ownership & Operating Entity

Arbor House of Norman is administered by Judy Kirkland.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Courtyard
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsLife in Motion
Specific ProgramsTransitional Care, Aging In Place

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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.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 1 deficiency 11 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Oklahoma state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Oklahoma state average
Overall vs. OK average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Oklahoma average:
• Total deficiencies (90% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (89% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOK Averagevs. OK Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 110 This facility has 90% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (1 vs. OK avg 10).↓ 90% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.10.89 This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (0.1 vs. OK avg 0.89).↓ 89% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityOK Averagevs. OK Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1111 This facility has total inspections in line with the Oklahoma average (11 vs. OK avg 11).— At avg

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Arbor House of Norman

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Address 4.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Norman's city center to Arbor House of Norman's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.05 miles to nearest hospital (Norman Regional Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Norman

Info below is compiled from the OK State Dept. of Health (OSDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Sooner Station at University North Park
AL
IL
MC
Nw Norman
100
Facility 100
OK AVG 73
Rank #28 / 137
Yes
19
Facility 19
OK AVG 40
Rank #158 / 195
-
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
OK AVG 72.7%
Rank #10 / 117
Michael Dean6
2
Facility 2
OK AVG 3
Rank #34 / 102
0
Facility 0
OK AVG 3.1
Rank #1 / 102
0
Facility 0
OK AVG 8
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #1 / 102
Luxe Life Norman Al, LLC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Norman
86
Facility 86
OK AVG 73
Rank #43 / 137
No
7
Facility 7
OK AVG 40
Rank #183 / 195
-
75.6%
Facility 75.6%
OK AVG 72.7%
Rank #59 / 117
Meaghan Skelton21
9
Facility 9
OK AVG 3
Rank #97 / 102
7
Facility 7
OK AVG 3.1
Rank #95 / 102
34
Facility 34
OK AVG 8
Rank #101 / 102
1.6
Facility 1.6
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #90 / 102
The Gardens at Rivermont
AL
IL
MC
Norman
70
Facility 70
OK AVG 73
Rank #61 / 137
No
26
Facility 26
OK AVG 40
Rank #140 / 195
1 Bed
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
OK AVG 72.7%
Rank #67 / 117
June Rose9
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 3
Rank #50 / 102
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 3.1
Rank #7 / 102
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 8
Rank #25 / 102
0.3
Facility 0.3
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #23 / 102
Arbor House of Norman
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Norman
62
Facility 62
OK AVG 73
Rank #76 / 137
No
16
Facility 16
OK AVG 40
Rank #168 / 195
Studio / 1 Bed
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
OK AVG 72.7%
Rank #69 / 117
Judy Kirkland11
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 3
Rank #50 / 102
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 3.1
Rank #7 / 102
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 8
Rank #7 / 102
0.1
Facility 0.1
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #7 / 102
Brookdale Norman
AL
Norman
39
Facility 39
OK AVG 73
Rank #117 / 137
Yes
67
Facility 67
OK AVG 40
Rank #18 / 195
Suite
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
OK AVG 72.7%
Rank #33 / 117
Florence (Naomi) Abbey11
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 3
Rank #50 / 102
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 3.1
Rank #51 / 102
6
Facility 6
OK AVG 8
Rank #47 / 102
0.5
Facility 0.5
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #39 / 102

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oklahoma

Arbor House of Norman is located in Norman, Oklahoma.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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%)

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Arbor House of Norman

Is Arbor House of Norman in a walkable area?

Arbor House of Norman has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Arbor House of Norman?

According to OK state health department records, Arbor House of Norman's license number is AL1405.

What is the occupancy rate at Arbor House of Norman?

Arbor House of Norman's occupancy is 73%.

Does Arbor House of Norman have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Arbor House of Norman on this page.

Are pets allowed at Arbor House of Norman?

No, Arbor House of Norman has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Arbor House of Norman?

Judy Kirkland is the administrator of Arbor House of Norman.

How many beds does Arbor House of Norman have?

Arbor House of Norman has 62 beds.

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