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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Missouri is $5,427, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Dade County area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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I have family who have lived at Autumn Place since January 2016, including my mother, father and step-mother. I have found the staff to be exceptionally friendly and helpful at all times. My parents adjusted...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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The Baptist Home community had over a year wait list because it was so good, we called them explaining our loved ones situation at her previous community which was so bad and they moved us in within a month....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
When you have made the decision that assisted living is the best choice for you or someone you love, you'll find a welcome home at Carrington Place in Pittsburg. All the help you need is right here, but you may not notice it right away. That's part of the charm of Carrington Place. We believe in...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Dade County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Missouri is $5,427 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Assisted living costs in Dade County, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,192/mo
Studio
$4,020/mo

Senior living costs in Missouri vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeMissouriU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$5,427/mo$5,830/mo6.9% below national median
Memory Care$6,733/mo$6,999/mo3.8% below national median
Independent Living$3,355/mo$3,520/mo4.7% below national median
Assisted Living
Missouri:$5,427/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:6.9% below national median
Memory Care
Missouri:$6,733/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:3.8% below national median
Independent Living
Missouri:$3,355/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:4.7% below national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dade County, MO

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Dade County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dade County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dade County

Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Pittsburg

4.0
So far everything is working out well for my mother here. She has been in the hospital a bit, so her time has been limited. The staff have been pretty decent. The residents have been nice and friendly. I know she is going be safe and in good hands. So far this is a community I would recommend.

Essex of Ozark

5.0
I am happy with the care from the staff at this community. This is a smaller community. The community offers a lot of great meals that are home cooked. The community is clean and a nice positive environment. I like that she is happy with they have a dog for her to enjoy. I would highly recommend ...
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Lakewood - Assisted Living By Americare in Springfield, MO

5.0
This was not an easy decision to make. Not at all. We cared for my mother for a few years at home but wandering in the middle of the night started and it became a safety issue for my mother. Having toured several facilities in the Springfield Missouri area, both my sister and I agreed that the ...
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Dade County review score based on 223 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 223 reviews of 65 Dade County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dade County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Dade County review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Dade County, MO65 facilities
8.6
Polk County, MO0 facilities
8.3

Review subcategories for Dade County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 223 reviews of 65 Dade County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dade County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Dade County, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.6
Friendliness
3.6
3.7
Care services
3.5
3.3
Staff
3.6
3.5
Meals & dining
3.4
3.2
Activities
3.4
3.2
Value for cost*
3.5
3.3
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Dade County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dade County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dade 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 Dade County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Dade County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dade County, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.8%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.2%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.2%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.2%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dade County assisted living

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 Dade County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dade County, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.5%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.7%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dade County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dade County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dade County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.3%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.5%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50.8%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.6%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Dade County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dade County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dade County, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.2%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
29.2%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.2%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dade County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Dade County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dade County, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
47.7%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.2%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.1%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.2%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.9%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.6%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
43.1%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
26.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.7%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dade County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dade County protect seniors.
Learn about Missouri assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Turners Rock Senior Living Community, Mission Ridge and The Township Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dade County, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 70 assisted living facilities near Dade County, Missouri. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dade County, Missouri are Turners Rock Senior Living Community and Mission Ridge. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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