What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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Brookdale Stillwater

1616 East McElroy Road, Stillwater, OK View Map

Brookdale Stillwater is an Assisted Living Home in Oklahoma

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Overview of Brookdale Stillwater

Brookdale Stillwater in Stillwater, Oklahoma, offers vibrant assisted living for seniors seeking a fulfilling lifestyle. At Brookdale Stillwater, seniors receive personalized care tailored to their needs, allowing them to maintain independence while receiving assistance with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. The community encourages a fulfilling lifestyle with opportunities for social engagement, intellectual growth, and personal enrichment. Residents can participate in a variety of activities such as painting classes or enjoying a book in the peaceful courtyard garden, ensuring each day is spent doing what they love.

Residents at Brookdale Stillwater benefit from a range of amenities, from cozy fireside chats in the living room to refreshing moments in the whirlpool, every aspect of daily living is catered to promote comfort and well-being. The community also offers convenient services like transportation, a library for quiet reading, and a beauty/barber shop for pampering. With its commitment to holistic wellness and a supportive environment, Brookdale Stillwater is an ideal choice for seniors looking to embrace a meaningful lifestyle in a welcoming community setting.

405-624-1616 info@brookdalestillwater.com

What families are saying

Sense of community and social connection

The staff at Brookdale Stillwater are consistently praised for their exceptional care, kindness, and attentiveness, treating each resident like family and creating a welcoming and supportive environment.

Community Care & staff

Cleanliness, hygiene, and facility upkeep

The facility is noted for its cleanliness and well-maintained spaces, including a lovely central garden, which contribute to a cozy and pleasant atmosphere for both residents and visitors.

Cleanliness

Activities, programs, and daily engagement

Residents benefit from a variety of engaging activities and high-quality food, which are important elements in promoting resident well-being and satisfaction.

Activities Quality of life Dining

Home Information Brookdale Stillwater

39-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

18+ years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 23 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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Facility & Licensing Details

Primary Contact Main representative or administrator responsible for the community, as listed in Oklahoma licensing records. Mr. Cody Erikson, Executive Director
County County in Oklahoma where the facility is located. PAYNE
License Number State-issued license number for this facility. AL6001
Administrator Name of the facility administrator. KRISTEL BREWER
Date Business Started The date the business reports it began operations. January 1, 1990

Types of Care at Brookdale Stillwater

Assisted Living

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1616 East McElroy Road, Stillwater, OK

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

ADvantage Waiver

Oklahoma Medicaid ADvantage

Official government program page

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Oklahoma resident.
Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
OK Specifics: Limited vouchers; rural focus.

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Age 65+ (or disabled), 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 Specifics: No NFLOC required (less stringent than ADvantage); statewide via SoonerCare.

Services: Personal care (5-20 hours/week), bathing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal prep.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Oklahoma OAA Services

Official government program page

General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: 11 AAAs; services vary by region (e.g., urban vs. rural).

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Oklahoma LIHEAP

Official government program page

General: Age 60+ prioritized, OK resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
OK Specifics: Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP).

Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max via ECAP), weatherization.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Oklahoma SCSEP

Official government program page

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OK resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
OK Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Services: 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

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Age 60+, OK resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not assessed.
OK Specifics: Vouchers (~$50/season) via 11 AAAs; farmers’ market focus.

Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets.

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Oklahoma Senior Property Tax Exemption

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

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

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Oklahoma Medicaid ADvantage

ADvantage Waiver

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).

Official Program Page

OK Respite Vouchers

Oklahoma Respite Voucher Program

Requirements:

General:
Caregiver of someone 60+, Oklahoma resident.
Income Limits:
~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
Asset Limits:
$40,000 (individual).
OK Specifics:
Limited vouchers; rural focus.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day), facility respite (up to 5 days).

Official Program Page

Oklahoma Personal Care Program

Personal Care Program

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ (or disabled), 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 Specifics:
No NFLOC required (less stringent than ADvantage); statewide via SoonerCare.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-20 hours/week), bathing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal prep.

Official Program Page

Oklahoma OAA Services

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Requirements:

General:
Age 60+, 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 Specifics:
11 AAAs; services vary by region (e.g., urban vs. rural).

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Meals (home-delivered or congregate, ~$5-$7/meal value), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.

Official Program Page

Oklahoma Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Official Program Page

Oklahoma LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 60+ prioritized, OK resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025):
~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
Asset Limits:
Not assessed; income-focused.
OK Specifics:
Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP).

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max via ECAP), weatherization.

Official Program Page

Oklahoma SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OK resident.
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-focused.
OK Specifics:
Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Official Program Page

Oklahoma VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.