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Assisted living costs in Forest City average about $3,757 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 12 communities in Forest City. Our detailed directory has 50 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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My mom did not want to move from her home but she was unable to care for herself on her own. But now she loves being here. She has her own apartment. But has care and assistance. All the staff are very nice...
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.
Settle into a beautiful country setting at Vintage Gardens while enjoying modern amenities and desired services in St. Joseph, Missouri. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community provides several floor plans with a range of conveniences such as full-sized kitchenettes and walk-in closets....
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My mom is a resident at Vintage Park at Hiawatha and overall things have been great. As for the friendliness/staff, one of the aides is rude but the rest are wonderful. Mom is a very picky eater, but the...
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.
Vintage Park at Hiawatha is an assisted living community in beautiful rural Kansas. Residents enjoy being a part of an active, vibrant community with a wealth of social activities and delicious, restaurant-style dining. Vintage Park at Hiawatha offers supportive assistance when and where it is...
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You always wonder if the price is too cheap and not a good place but this place has the BEST staff and at an inexpensive price and no add-ons. Lots of communication. What you would expect form the most...
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, 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.
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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.
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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, 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.
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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.
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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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From what I am told my mom really likes the community. She seems to be enjoying herself and participating in social events. She says the food is very good and she enjoys it. My mom or my sister have not...
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
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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Forest City, MO

The average cost of senior living in Forest City is $3,757 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bigelow, MO with an average of $3,035 per month.

Assisted living costs in Forest City, MO, vs. nearby cities

Forest City, MO
$3,757/mo
$3,737/mo
$3,746/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest City, MO, vs. state and national averages

Forest City, MO
$3,757/mo
U.S. national average
$4,770/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest City, MO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,757/mo
$5,468/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest City, MO, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,650/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,750/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,300/mo

Senior living costs in Forest City vs. state and 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 destination: Forest City, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest City, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$3,757/mo$4,008/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,468/mo$5,473/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living$3,618/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Forest City, MO:$3,757/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Forest City, MO:$5,468/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Forest City, MO:$3,618/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Forest City, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Forest City and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Forest City, MO

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Forest City have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Forest City, MO$4,025/mo$3,943/mo+2.1%
Missouri$4,846/mo$4,692/mo+3.3%
National$4,973/mo$4,631/mo+7.4%
Forest City, MO
2024 average cost:$4,025/mo
2023 average cost:$3,943/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$4,846/mo
2023 average cost:$4,692/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,973/mo
2023 average cost:$4,631/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest City, 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 Forest City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forest City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest City

Vintage Gardens in Saint Joseph, MO

4.9
I was at Vintage Gardens north to complete rehabilitation from a severely broken leg. My room was a very good size, with a roomy bathroom and closet readily accessible. It was perfect for use in a wheelchair or walker. The staff involved in my care was absolutely fabulous, helpful, cheerful and ...
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Vintage Park at Hiawatha

5.0
We picked this community because, it's close to the family. They have been so kind, and really help to transition my loved ones. It's a a small community, and they treat the residents like family. They bend over backwards to accommodate them. My loved one is comfortable. I would recommend to ...
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Forest City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest City, 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 Forest City 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 Forest City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest City, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
52.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25%
56.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest City 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 Forest City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest City, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
8.3%
41.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest City 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 Forest City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest City, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
8.3%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest City 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 Forest City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest City, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest City 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 Forest City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest City, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest City

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 Forest City protect seniors.
Learn about Missouri assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Vintage Gardens, Vintage Park at Hiawatha and Carriage Square Rehab and Healthcare Center are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forest City, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 12 assisted living facilities near Forest City, Missouri. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Forest City, Missouri is Vintage Gardens. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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