Best Memory Care in Norman, OK

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 memory care providers in Norman, OK using OK State Dept. of Health (OSDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in OK
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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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Arbor House of Norman
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Norman
62
Facility 62
OK AVG 75
Rank #44 / 72
ANo
16
Facility 16
OK AVG 36
Rank #75 / 91
Studio / 1 Bed
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
OK AVG 75.2%
Rank #39 / 60
Judy Kirkland11
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 3
Rank #25 / 59
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 3
Rank #5 / 59
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 7
Rank #5 / 59
0.1
Facility 0.1
OK AVG 0.6
Rank #5 / 59
The Gardens at Rivermont
MC
AL
IL
Norman
70
Facility 70
OK AVG 75
Rank #34 / 72
A-No
26
Facility 26
OK AVG 36
Rank #59 / 91
1 Bed
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
OK AVG 75.2%
Rank #38 / 60
June Rose9
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 3
Rank #25 / 59
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 3
Rank #5 / 59
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 7
Rank #15 / 59
0.3
Facility 0.3
OK AVG 0.6
Rank #16 / 59
Sooner Station at University North Park
MC
AL
IL
Nw Norman
100
Facility 100
OK AVG 75
Rank #13 / 72
A+Yes
19
Facility 19
OK AVG 36
Rank #71 / 91
-
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
OK AVG 75.2%
Rank #4 / 60
Michael Dean6
2
Facility 2
OK AVG 3
Rank #16 / 59
0
Facility 0
OK AVG 3
Rank #1 / 59
0
Facility 0
OK AVG 7
Rank #1 / 59
0.0
Facility 0.0
OK AVG 0.6
Rank #1 / 59
Arbor House Reminisce
MC
AL
RESC
Norman
48
Facility 48
OK AVG 75
Rank #58 / 72
B-No
9
Facility 9
OK AVG 36
Rank #82 / 91
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
OK AVG 75.2%
Rank #1 / 60
Judy Kirkland23
6
Facility 6
OK AVG 3
Rank #46 / 59
5
Facility 5
OK AVG 3
Rank #45 / 59
11
Facility 11
OK AVG 7
Rank #42 / 59
0.5
Facility 0.5
OK AVG 0.6
Rank #25 / 59
Luxe Life Norman Al, LLC
MC
AL
IL
RC
Norman
86
Facility 86
OK AVG 75
Rank #20 / 72
D+No
7
Facility 7
OK AVG 36
Rank #84 / 91
-
75.6%
Facility 75.6%
OK AVG 75.2%
Rank #34 / 60
Meaghan Skelton21
9
Facility 9
OK AVG 3
Rank #55 / 59
7
Facility 7
OK AVG 3
Rank #55 / 59
34
Facility 34
OK AVG 7
Rank #59 / 59
1.6
Facility 1.6
OK AVG 0.6
Rank #54 / 59
Rivermont Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
Norman
--No
22
Facility 22
OK AVG 36
Rank #70 / 91
Suite-------
Sooner Station
MC
AL
IL
Norman
--Yes
10
Facility 10
OK AVG 36
Rank #79 / 91
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-------
Arbor House Alzheimer‘s Unit
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Norman
--No
14
Facility 14
OK AVG 36
Rank #76 / 91
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-------
Luxe Life Senior Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
RC
Norman
--No
69
Facility 69
OK AVG 36
Rank #6 / 91
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Rivermont Assisted Living Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
Norman
--No
26
Facility 26
OK AVG 36
Rank #59 / 91
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other OK memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 11 analyzed for Norman. See how we rank facilities

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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.

Contact Arbor House of Norman

Overview of The Gardens at Rivermont

The Gardens at Rivermont offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Norman, OK. Independent living means having a private home with community services, without daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Care needs can change over time. Because the community offers several care levels, a resident who needs more support may be able to move to another level of care without leaving the community. The Gardens at Rivermont has 70 beds, and June Rose serves as the administrator. The range of care levels may make this a good fit for someone who may need more support over time.

Contact The Gardens at Rivermont

Overview of Sooner Station at University North Park

Sooner Station at University North Park in Norman, Oklahoma, provides independent living, assisted living, and secured memory care. Independent living offers private residential units with resort-style amenities, whereas assisted living assists with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, and medication administration. Memory care delivers structured supervision through the specialized SHINE® program inside a secure environment designed to prevent wandering.

Administrator Michael Dean manages the 100-bed campus. Floor plans range from studios to two-bedroom apartments, featuring full kitchens in independent units and kitchenettes in assisted living residences. Pet-friendly features include a courtyard pool, meditation garden, on-site salon and spa, and chef-prepared table-service dining. Dedicated offerings also feature a Military Veterans Program.

Interested individuals considering multi-level senior living options in Norman can reach out to Sooner Station at University North Park to inquire about floor plans or schedule a walkthrough.

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Overview of Arbor House Reminisce

Arbor House Reminisce offers assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Norman, Oklahoma. Its memory care is provided in a secured setting, giving residents who may be at risk of wandering a supervised environment.

With multiple care types, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Arbor House Reminisce has 48 beds and is currently at 100% occupancy, so all beds are occupied.

Private rooms with private baths give each resident an individual sleeping space and bathroom. In room kitchenettes and refrigerators provide space for food storage and preparation within the resident’s room. A secured courtyard offers an enclosed outdoor area, while Baking and Life in Motion engagement programming center activities on cooking and purposeful engagement. Judy Kirkland serves as the administrator, and Arbor House Assisted Living Center LLC operates the community.

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Overview of Luxe Life Norman Al

Luxe Life Norman AL provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Norman, Oklahoma. Independent residents enjoy private living alongside community perks without daily care assistance. Assisted living delivers help with routine tasks like medication management, dressing, and bathing inside individual apartments. Secure supervision protects residents with dementia in the memory care unit, while respite stays give family caregivers a brief break. Combining these programs makes it easy to transition between support levels as health needs change over time.

Meaghan Skelton serves as administrator for the 86-bed property. On-site therapy options help residents maintain physical function through dedicated rehabilitation programs. Daily conveniences feature chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style, a salon and spa, and newly renovated outdoor grounds.

Families considering long-term care or short-term relief in Norman can get in touch with Luxe Life Norman AL to discuss options or schedule a visit.

Contact Luxe Life Norman Al, LLC

Overview of Rivermont Assisted Living and Memory Care

Rivermont Assisted Living and Memory Care is situated in Norman, Oklahoma on Canadian Trails Drive in a single-story environment with suite-style housing options. The community is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 22, so most errands and outings need to be driven for visiting families and residents.

The facility is for seniors in the Norman area who are looking for assisted living or memory care support in a more intimate, ground-level environment. The single-story layout and suite housing format can be helpful for residents who may want to avoid stairs and prefer private or semi-private accommodation.

For families considering a visit, the location is accessible by car. It’s situated within Norman’s residential neighborhoods. Prospective residents and families should take a tour here to see how the setting, daily rhythms, and care approach align with individual care needs and preferences.

Starting Price $2,460/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Contact Rivermont Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overview of Sooner Station

Sooner Station is in a mid-rise building located on 24th Avenue NW in Norman, Oklahoma. The community offers housing options in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations for different preferences and needs. The surrounding area scores 10 on the Walk Score scale, indicating that most errands will require a car; the neighborhood lacks extensive pedestrian access to nearby shops and services.

For anyone considering Sooner Station or comparing options in the Norman area, an in-person visit can help families learn about the types of care offered, staffing and services, amenities, dining, activities, pricing, and payment options.

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Overview of Arbor House Alzheimer‘s Unit

Arbor House Alzheimer’s Unit is located on 48th Ave SW in Norman, Oklahoma. The structure is a single-story building that provides both private and semi-private rooms, offering some flexibility in how you might structure a placement. The area is car-dependent with a Walk Score of 14, meaning visitors will effectively need to drive.

The name reveals the core purpose of the community. This is a facility built from the ground up for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, rather than a standard assisted living environment with a memory wing attached as an afterthought. Their listed programs, specifically transitional and specialized care, imply a capacity to manage both new arrivals from other care settings and residents with complex, advanced needs.

While the profile is relatively sparse on granular specifics, it does clarify the essential data points: the specific care focus, the physical building type, and the room configurations. These are the variables most families evaluate first when analyzing a potential memory care transition. For those based in the Norman area who require a dementia-focused environment with flexibility in room type and specific care programming, the facility targets that demographic directly.

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Overview of Luxe Life Senior Living and Memory Care

Luxe Life Senior Living and Memory Care in Norman, OK, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing and medication while residents keep their own apartments.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Because several care levels are available, a resident whose needs grow can move to a different level of support without leaving the community or starting over socially.

Luxe Life Senior Living and Memory Care may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting. The area has a Walk Score of 69 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot.

Contact Luxe Life Senior Living and Memory Care

Overview of Rivermont Assisted Living Memory Care

Rivermont Assisted Living Memory Care in Norman, Oklahoma, offers a comprehensive range of services designed to support residents’ memory care needs. Their commitment to providing specialized memory care therapy and services sets them apart in the senior living community. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals with memory impairments, their expert team creates tailored therapy programs to enhance cognitive function, promote emotional well-being, and improve overall quality of life.
At Rivermont, memory care services go beyond the basics. They provide personalized assistance with daily activities, ensuring that residents receive the support they need while preserving their independence. Their compassionate staff is trained to handle memory-related issues with sensitivity and patience, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for residents. From medication management to assistance with personal care, the memory care services at Rivermont are designed to meet each resident’s specific needs.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in Norman at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 21/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Norman, OK. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 73The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Norman, OK. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Norman, OK

What is the average cost of memory care in Norman, OK?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Norman, OK is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Norman, OK?

Memory care in Norman, OK typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Norman, OK?

Memory care communities in Norman, OK typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Oklahoma?

Assisted living in Oklahoma supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Oklahoma Medicaid cover memory care?

Oklahoma Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Oklahoma) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 11 memory care communities in Norman, OK. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.