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In-Home Care Guidance
Understand home care options like companionship, personal care, medication reminders, and meal prep, and find the right fit.
Learn more →Your guide through senior care in Tulsa.
Senior care help for Tulsa families, free and independent
Figuring out care for someone you love is overwhelming. We make it simple: tell us what's going on, and we'll help you understand your options, afford them, and connect with trusted local providers we personally vet, all at no cost to you.
💛Always free
No cost to families, ever.
🧭Independent nonprofit
We guide. We never sell.
🤝Personally vetted
Real, trusted local providers.
👥A real human
Someone who's seen it all.
You have more options than you think
One free call replaces hours of searching
When someone comes home from the hospital or you notice mom isn't quite herself, it's hard to know where to even start. You don't have to figure it out alone, and you don't have to spend your evenings searching Google for answers.
We start by listening. We get to know your situation, the health concerns, the day-to-day struggles, what you're worried about, and then we help you understand exactly what kind of care makes sense and how to pay for it. If the right solution isn't obvious, we'll go find it for you.
How we help →Guidance across every kind of senior care
Whether you need a little help at home or you're weighing a bigger move, we'll walk you through it and connect you to providers we trust.
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Assisted Living & Facility Placement
When home isn't enough, we help you find and vet the right assisted living or care facility.
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Memory Care & Dementia Support
Guidance for dementia and Alzheimer's, plus help finding the right memory care.
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Adult Day Care
Daytime care and engagement options that give caregivers a break and seniors connection.
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Senior Transportation Resources
Connecting Tulsa seniors to reliable, accessible transportation.
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Case Management & Care Coordination
Ongoing oversight and coordination across multiple providers, so nothing falls through the cracks.
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Medicare & Medicaid Navigation
Plain-language help with eligibility, benefits, and what is actually covered.
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Paying for Care: Private Pay & Financing
Private pay, VA benefits, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, the GUIDE program, and additional assistance programs, explained.
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There are real ways to pay for this
Worried about the cost? Most families have more help than they realize
Senior care isn't free, but the bill is rarely what people expect, and the government doesn't automatically cover it. Between VA benefits, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, the GUIDE program, and assistance programs most people have never heard of, there are real ways to make care affordable.
We'll show you honest Tulsa-area costs and walk through every way to pay, in plain language.
See care costs & how to pay →Care Resources
Free guides for Tulsa families
Home Care vs Home Health
Home Care vs Home Health: What Tulsa Families Must Know Before It's Too Late
Home health and home care are not the same thing, and the confusion costs families. Here is the difference, what each covers, and how to choose.
Senior Care Options
You Don't Have to Move Mom to a Facility: Senior Care Options in Tulsa
The biggest myth in senior care is that a facility is the only choice. Here are the real options Tulsa families have, and how to find the right one.
Senior Care Options
Home Care vs. Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: How to Choose in Tulsa
Home care, assisted living, and memory care solve different problems. Here is a clear side-by-side comparison to help you choose.
Paying for Care
How Do I Pay for Senior Care in Tulsa? VA, Medicaid & Private Pay Explained
Senior care is not free, and the government does not automatically cover it. Here are the real ways Tulsa families pay, explained in plain language.
When It's Time
How to Know When Your Aging Parent Needs Help at Home
You sense something is wrong but you are not sure it is time. Here are the signs that actually matter, and what to do when you notice them.
Quality of Care
How to Spot a Quality Caregiver (and Red Flags to Avoid)
Quality of care is everything. Here are the green flags of a great caregiver and the red flags that should make you pause.
Common questions from Tulsa families
Is Tulsa Senior Compass really free?
Yes. We’re a nonprofit, and our guidance is free to families, always. There’s no fee, no obligation, and no catch. You can call, ask your questions, and get a clear next step without paying a cent.
Are you independent, or do you get paid to send me somewhere?
We’re independent. We don’t sell care and we don’t take a cut for pointing you toward a provider. Every recommendation comes from real, local relationships and is made in your family’s best interest, not ours.
Do I have to move my parent into a facility?
Not necessarily. A facility is one option, not the only one. For many families, care can come to the home. We’ll talk through what your loved one actually needs and lay out every realistic path, including staying home.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the entire Tulsa metro and surrounding suburbs: Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Owasso, Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, and the communities around them. Most of our help happens by phone or virtually, with in-home visits in special situations.
How do we get started?
Give us a call or send a message through our contact form. A real person will listen to what’s going on, help you understand your options, and point you toward trusted help, at no cost.
Not sure where to start? Let's talk it through.
Free, friendly guidance from someone who's spent years in senior care. Serving Tulsa and the surrounding area.