Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Mustang, OK

Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Mustang, OK

Overview of Sand Sage of the Highlands Senior Living

Sand Sage of the Highlands Senior Living in Mustang, OK, delivers assisted living, memory care, and temporary respite care. Daily support in assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and managing medications. Dedicated memory care takes place in a secured layout with constant supervision for seniors prone to wandering, while short-term respite stays accommodate individuals whose primary family caregivers need time away.

Administrator Alex Baggs manages the 79-bed property. Studio and one-bedroom apartment options give residents private space, featuring separate bedrooms and living areas in the larger floor plans. Combining assisted living and memory care under one roof ensures individuals can step up to higher care levels over time without changing communities, and pet owners are welcome to bring their pets along.

Older adults looking for independent living alternatives alongside dedicated support programs can contact Sand Sage of the Highlands Senior Living to learn more or arrange a property visit.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 79 Rank #38 / 110Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 38th out of 110 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #19 / 24Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 19th out of 24 assisted living communities we track in Oklahoma for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oklahoma facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
4 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #92 / 134Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 92nd out of 134 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
26 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #83 / 96Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 83rd out of 96 assisted living communities we track in Oklahoma for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Oklahoma average, with its Statewide rank out of 96. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Oklahoma that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
55.7% This home usually has availability

Based on 44 residents and 79 beds. Source: state inspection report (Nov 2025)

Lower than the Oklahoma average: 72.7%
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$3,500/Month

License Details

StatusActive
CountyCanadian
License NumberAL090201

Certifications & Programs

In the Moment® Memory Care Program — Milestone RetirementA branded memory-care program developed by this community's operator - a structured approach to dementia care, rather than an independent external certification.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living is administered by Alex Baggs.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staff

Additional Services

5 services
Respite Care
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation
Maintenance

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Library
Courtyard
Wi-Fi
Cable Tv
Living Room with Grand Piano
Wellness Room with Fitness Equipment
Emergency Call System
Activities
Fitness Classes

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living.
  • Outdoor dining option.

Room Accommodations

Studio Floor plans as listed by the community: AL Studio (325 sq ft) · AL Studio Deluxe (440 sq ft) Floor plans: Deluxe 325–440 sq ft
1 Bedroom 500–545 sq ft
Private Room Floor plans as listed by the community: AL Basic (252 sq ft) · MC Basic (252 sq ft) · MC Private (507–545 sq ft) Floor plans: Basic 252–545 sq ft

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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 data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
18 deficiencies 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Oklahoma average:
• Total deficiencies (80% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (78% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 1810.0 This facility has 80% more total deficiencies than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (18 vs. OK avg 10).↑ 80% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.60.9 This facility has 78% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oklahoma assisted living residence (1.6 vs. OK avg 0.9).↑ 78% worse

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. 1111.0 This facility has total inspections in line with the Oklahoma average (11 vs. OK avg 11).— At avg

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mustang's city center to Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living
AL
MC
Mustang (Southwest Oklahoma City)
79
Facility 79
OK AVG 70
Rank #38 / 110
Yes
26
Facility 26
OK AVG 39
Rank #92 / 134
Studio / 1 Bed
4
Facility 4
OK AVG 18
Rank #19 / 24
55.7%
Facility 55.7%
OK AVG 72.7%
Rank #83 / 96
A+Alex Baggs11
5
Facility 5
OK AVG 3
Rank #72 / 96
5
Facility 5
OK AVG 3.1
Rank #73 / 96
18
Facility 18
OK AVG 8
Rank #84 / 96
1.6
Facility 1.6
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #84 / 96
Arbor House of Mustang
AL
MC
Mustang (Southwest Oklahoma City)
70
Facility 70
OK AVG 70
Rank #45 / 110
No
5
Facility 5
OK AVG 39
Rank #128 / 134
----Latasha Winsip13
2
Facility 2
OK AVG 3
Rank #33 / 96
0
Facility 0
OK AVG 3.1
Rank #1 / 96
0
Facility 0
OK AVG 8
Rank #1 / 96
0.0
Facility 0.0
OK AVG 0.7
Rank #1 / 96

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other OK assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oklahoma

Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living is located in Mustang, 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 Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living

What neighborhood is Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living in?

Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living is in the Southwest Oklahoma City neighborhood of Mustang.

Is Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living in a walkable area?

Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living has a walk score of 26. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living?

According to OK state health department records, Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living's license number is AL090201.

What is the occupancy rate at Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living?

Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living's occupancy is 55.7%.

How long has Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living been in business?

Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living?

Yes, Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living?

Alex Baggs is the administrator of Sand Sage of The Highlands Senior Living.

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