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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gainesville, MO
Assisted living costs in Gainesville average about $4,956 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 20 communities in Gainesville. Our detailed directory has 149 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Mountain Home, Squires and Hammond.
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22 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
60 reviews
PT was good for my body. Stroke in Jan. Right side of body was weak. PT strengthened my left knee and arm. My right knee some better. Rec Center is great place if you need therapy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
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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9.6
Review score
69 reviews
I have thoroughly enjoyed my stay and have found the staff very friendly . The food has been better than expected and the facility very clean . New management has taken initiative to make outdoor...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
Review score
6 reviews
I have lived here since opening day and have made many friends. I think that if your loved one would give it a try they would love it. We have many activities with volunteers who come in. We also have a blue...
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.
Cedarhurst of West Plains will be home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 21 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of West Plains strives to be the...
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8.2
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14 reviews
We have been very pleased with the Bungalows. They run a very clean and attractive facility. The staff is friendly and very responsive to our needs. They have a lot of activities and many local entertainers....
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Gainesville, MO
The average cost of senior living in Gainesville is $4,956 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mountain Grove, MO with an average of $3,051 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gainesville, MO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gainesville, MO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gainesville vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gainesville, MO by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville.
Private income options in Missouri
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VA benefits in Missouri
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Medicare and Medicaid in Missouri
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gainesville
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gainesville
The Bungalows at Branson Meadows
4.9
We picked this community, becasue it was close to home. Everything has been good so far. It is perfectly fine. It's an afforrdable facility. Overall, I would recommend to other families.
Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home
4.8
I am so glad my friend has a safe and clean place to live. The activities are wonderful for everyone. The staff appear to have the best interest to every resident.
Cedarhurst of West Plains
4.8
My family has checked in different states and the cost is about the same. Cedarhurst of West Plains is a newer facility than the ones they have looked at! I have made several friends here at Cedarhurst.
Gainesville review score based on 32 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 15 Gainesville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gainesville 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
Gainesville review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gainesville 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 32 reviews of 15 Gainesville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gainesville 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.Gainesville, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Gainesville assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gainesville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gainesville, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
13.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gainesville 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 Gainesville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gainesville, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
6.7%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
6.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
6.7%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gainesville 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 Gainesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gainesville, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Gainesville 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 Gainesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gainesville, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gainesville 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 Gainesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
13.3%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gainesville
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Gainesville protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home, Southern Meadows Senior Living and Cedarhurst of West Plains are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gainesville, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 20 assisted living facilities near Gainesville, Missouri. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Gainesville, Missouri is Southern Meadows Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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