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Photo of Town Village Tulsa
1515 Photos available
9.6
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62 reviews
9.6
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62 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
24%
3 star
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I love the location. I love that my father is happy there. I like the options for meals, although he said at dinner time, he has to wait awhile for his dinner. I wish they would encourage/advertise to get...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Town Village provides a distinctive lifestyle filled with friendships and life enrichment activities. Take one of the many classes offered in our fitness center, hit a matinee in our auditorium, or step outside and discover peaceful outdoor spaces. Town Village boasts courtyards, walking paths, a...
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9.6
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91 reviews
9.6
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91 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
22%
3 star
3%
2 star
2%
1 star
4%
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Facility was clean. Seemed like the residents were active and there were things to do. The staff was attentive. This facility is better than most at this price rang
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Legend is an assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in an inviting, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We remain dedicated to those who entrust their housing...
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9.4
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30 reviews
9.4
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30 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
10%
3 star
17%
2 star
3%
1 star
0%
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We feel so blessed to have found this wonderful place for my dad. Everyone there from the cleaning crew to the office staff to the dining staff are welcoming and helpful. The friendly residents make it a...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Country Club At Woodland Hills, one of Tulsa's finest Independent rental retirement communities. Our all-inclusive retirement lifestyle is designed for you to be able to live in maintenance-free comfort, which frees you to retire on your terms. We recently finished a complete remodel...
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1717 Photos available
9.4
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35 reviews
9.4
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35 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
29%
3 star
3%
2 star
0%
1 star
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Within the first few minutes of us walking in the door, we both looked at each other and said "this is it!" Everybody was super friendly, employees and residents, it didn't smell, the kitchen was good about...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Stonehaven, we offer a variety of amenities for residents. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. The residence is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi. All meals are provided...
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2020 Photos available
9.3
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25 reviews
9.3
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25 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
16%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
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1. Happy with experience overall. 2. Very clean and well maintained, with friendly cleaning staff. 3. Everyone is friendly, that includes all the staff and the individuals living here. 5. Administrative...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you’re looking for a relaxing retirement that will enable you to spend your time on whatmatters, Cedarhurst of Woodland Hills is an excellent choice. This community offers independent living to seniors in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Whether you want to go for a swim in the heated saltwater pool, or...
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2020 Photos available
9.3
Review score
53 reviews
9.3
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53 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
25%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
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My MIL moved in last month. The staff helped us get settled. The maintenance staff went out of his way to help get the tv set up. The nurse called and talked to us a long time. The front desk person...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Legend at Mingo Road, we...
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9.3
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81 reviews
9.3
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81 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
33%
3 star
9%
2 star
5%
1 star
4%
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The facility is clean. The staff is really friendly. Local administration has been kind and helpful. The lower rating was for the actions of 1 new employee and the failure of regional administration to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Golden YearsIf you are ready to trade in a life of fear, worry and stress for one rich in quality care, beautiful accommodations, an exciting community calendar and some of the most interesting men and women you’ve ever met, look no further. Nestled among the trees overlooking the beautiful...
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1616 Photos available
9.2
Review score
29 reviews
9.2
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29 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
21%
3 star
10%
2 star
3%
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It's an older facility but well-maintained. It feels comfortable like stepping in to someone's home- not clinical. Also, Mom passed away a few weeks ago and the staff was extremely accommodating when so many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
University Village offers the full spectrum of senior living options including cottage living, independent living, assisted living and a skilled nursing center. Through these continuing levels of care, our residents are able to remain among loved ones, friends, and familiar staff members if their...
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99 Photos available
9.2
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23 reviews
9.2
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23 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
35%
3 star
13%
2 star
4%
1 star
0%
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Courtyards is much less expensive than most AL/MC facilities. I cannot give a rating for 6 and 7 because I do not have enough awareness. I believe the food is good, but I don't know about activities. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ambassador Courtyards Assisted Living & Memory Care is the perfect choice for seniors looking for an apartment home setting, with supportive staff available 24 hours a day to assist with personal needs. Our team recognizes that each resident has individual needs and we are committed to doing...
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1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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32 reviews
9.0
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32 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
25%
3 star
3%
2 star
0%
1 star
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My mom has had the best experience- she has independence of her own apartment, paired with a variety of activities and events available every day. The staff is exceptional- their care, compassion and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Senior Star at Burgundy Place! Burgundy Place is an independent living community in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Residents at this exciting and vibrant retirement community enjoy a special bond with the staff, a bond that creates beautiful new friendships and cherished memories. People who visit...
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Photo of Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
34 reviews
8.5
Review score
34 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
15%
3 star
3%
2 star
9%
1 star
3%
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We have been looking for a place for our mom for about 2 years. The first place we chose was a disappointment and we started another search. Then we found Aberdeen Heights! Now we feel confident that Mom is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living! Aberdeen Heights offers a warm and relaxed atmosphere that enables residents to maintain their independent lifestyle while receiving personalized assistance. Aberdeen Heights is located on Yale near medical facilities and numerous services and is an...
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Photo of Asher Point Independent Living of Tulsa
1717 Photos available
8.4
Review score
101 reviews
8.4
Review score
101 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
18%
3 star
12%
2 star
4%
1 star
8%
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Love the friendly staff, and the convenience of living here. The housekeeping staff is friendly and very courteous. Meals are decent, I would prefer that the food be hotter. Also that the transportation...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Prairie Rose provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located on the south edge of Tulsa in Oklahoma's Green Country, you'll love our beautiful, landscaped grounds which feature mature trees and large beds of Prairie Roses. In spite of our pastoral park-like...
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88 Photos available
8.3
Review score
54 reviews
8.3
Review score
54 reviews
5 star
30%
4 star
39%
3 star
17%
2 star
7%
1 star
7%
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[name removed] is absolutely the best. She makes everyone feel right at home and is very caring. We picked Cedar Ridge because it fit our grandma the best. It is wooded and has a creek and horse farm right...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Life Worth LivingTucked away in an idyllic, rural setting in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, you will have a community that offers you everything you need to embrace a life worth living. You have easy access to medical offices and hospitals, as well as local dining and shopping. You can even admire the...
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66 Photos available
1.0
Review score
20 reviews
1.0
Review score
20 reviews
5 star
35%
4 star
15%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
50%
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I was very pleased with the attitude of all of the workers. Everyone was friendly respectful and seem to have a helpful attitude. Mini were willing to go the extra mile to see that I had what I needed. There...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to a Remarkable Assisted Living and Senior Healthcare Community. Welcome to the Villages at Southern Hills, where exceptional living meets comprehensive professional care. The Villages at Southern Hills is a charming lifestyle community that was designed with your needs in mind. With...
Photo of Oxford Springs Tulsa Assisted Living
77 Photos available
6.0
Review score
28 reviews
6.0
Review score
28 reviews
5 star
39%
4 star
32%
3 star
18%
2 star
4%
1 star
7%
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They treat my mom like family. I am not able to visit as often as I want to, know ing she's treated with love and care eases my mind. They know her as an individual and not just a room number. They are...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Embrace Your Golden YearsIf you are passionate about making the most of your golden years, you are going to love being a part of our assisted living community in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We handle all the household chores, from cooking and cleaning to laundry and lawn maintenance, so you can spend more...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Inverness Village is Tulsa’s only non-profit community for people 55 and better offering the Life Care Advantage. Located on 190 acres in a park-like setting, Inverness provides resort-style services and a wellness lifestyle.The Life Care Advantage at Inverness Village (The ONLY Life Care...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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1.0
Review score
2 reviews
1.0
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2 reviews
5 star
0%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Watkins, OK

The average cost of senior living in Watkins is $4,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prue, OK with an average of $3,714 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Watkins, OK vs. nearby cities

Watkins, OK
$4,037/mo
$3,979/mo
$4,024/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Watkins, OK vs. the state and national average

Watkins, OK
$4,037/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Watkins vs. other types of senior living

$4,944/mo
Independent Living
$4,037/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Watkins, OK by room type

Semi-Private
$5,893/mo
Studio
$4,474/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,550/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,944/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,318/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Watkins

Recent reviews for independent living in Watkins

Brookdale Owasso

4.6
The staff at Brookdale Owasso is lovely. However, lots of boiled chicken is served in a variety of ways. The snacks could be more nutritious with higher protein levels. Also, the doctors don't really look for any problems unless clients complain so if clients forget or don't complain needs may ...
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Canoe Brook Assisted Living-Catoosa

5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Canoe Brook Assisted Living Catoosa and everything has been great for him at this facility so far. The staff is great and they care about their residents, they are involved with them. Communication with the family is great. The charge nurse responds back ...
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Aberdeen Heights Assisted Living in Tulsa, OK

5.0
Aberdeen Heights is a warm, friendly, family-oriented Assisted Living. I was so nervous about moving my mom from her home, but she has loved every minute there! The majority of their staff has been their for many years, and they treat the residents just like their own family. The meals are ...
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Watkins independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watkins independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watkins, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watkins independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Watkins partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watkins, OKNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Watkins independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Watkins communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watkins, OKNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watkins independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Watkins offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watkins, OKNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Town Village Tulsa, Legend at Tulsa Hills and Green Tree Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Watkins, Oklahoma. See full list of communities.

There are 35 independent living facilities near Watkins, Oklahoma. See the full list.

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