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4 Best Memory Care Facilities in Vernon County, MO

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Memory care in Vernon County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Vernon County is about $5,528 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 4 communities, read 17 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Oak Pointe of Carthage
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We were overall satisfied with the care they provided Mom and Dad. Two points of concern. First, the food is mediocre at best. They told us they had a chef on staff but the food was equivalent to a school...
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.
Oak Pointe of Carthage is intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older adults, offering a harmonious blend of comfort, safety, and support. We provide both assisted living and memory care services tailored to enhance the quality of life for our residents.A place where support,...
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Country Place is now called Credo Senior Living. I believe it's still under the same management but different owners. Unclear. The ED was fired or resigned. The interim director is adequate but I don't know...
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.
If Country Place® Living feels like home, it’s purely intentional. This is a community in thetruest sense. We set out to create Country Place® Living with the understanding that ourlives are all about relationships - with our friends, loved ones, the folks we see every day inour surroundings....
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Overall my husband received good care. They were very attentive to his needs at this community. All of my interactions with the staff were mostly very positive. This was an open community also and they were...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our Mission is to foster peace of mind for our residents and their loved ones and to enhance each resident's individuality, promote their dignity and lovingly encourage their independence. At Country Place Memory Care, every effort has been made to ensure that you or your loved one are provided...
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The Arbors at Glendale Gardens staff keep me very well informed. Sometimes I think they are a bit understaffed and the workers are quite young. My mother is very happy there. She is confused and that's why...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at The Arbors at Glendale Gardens.Glendale Gardens is located on South Main Street in beautiful Clinton, MO. Clinton is perched on the edge of Truman Lake Park...
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Cost of memory care in Vernon County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Vernon County is $5,528 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Richards, MO with an average of $4,166 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Vernon County, MO vs. nearby counties

Vernon County, MO
$5,528/mo
$5,528/mo
$4,979/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Vernon County, MO vs. the state and national average

Vernon County, MO
$5,528/mo
U.S. national average
$5,444/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Vernon County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,528/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Vernon County, MO by room type

Studio
$5,850/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,980/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,490/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Vernon County

Recent reviews for memory care in Vernon County

Credo Senior Living in Fort Scott, KS

3.5
We chose Country Place because my parents were both in another Country Place in another location so we knew the company. When speaking to my dads doctor, they also recommended this location for memory care. The staff has turned over so we do not have a good feel for the new staff quite yet, but ...
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Oak Pointe of Carthage

4.1
Don't take anything unless you don't mind if it gets lost. Things tend to disappear. They don't have enough staff. I don't think the activities are that great. They say they take the residents to participate, but very rarely do I see my loved one participating. I think that ties back to ...
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The Arbors at Glendale Gardens in Clinton, MO

4.7
Any issues mom has had at The Arbors at Glendale Gardens have been quickly resolved. The staff work really well with her. The value is good but of course it is expensive. She really hasn't been there long enough for me to say too much but so far so good.

Vernon County memory care services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Vernon County memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Vernon County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Vernon County memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Vernon County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
100%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Vernon County memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Vernon County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
75%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Vernon County memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Vernon County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
100%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
75%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vernon County memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Vernon County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oak Pointe of Carthage, Country Place Senior Living and Credo Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Vernon County, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 4 memory care facilities near Vernon County, Missouri. See the full list.

The 4 memory care facilities near you in Vernon County, Missouri typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Vernon County, Missouri, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Vernon County, Missouri, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Vernon County, Missouri ranges from $1785 to $6760. The average Memory Care cost in Vernon County, Missouri is $5,528. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Vernon County, Missouri typically starts at $1785. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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