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Assisted living costs in Hickory Barren average about $3,811 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 15 communities in Hickory Barren. Our detailed directory has 202 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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Photo of Maranatha Village, Inc
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#1 You can feel the peace and sense of caring from the minute you pull into the facility. #2 Everything is well maintained and full sets of gardeners come every Wednesday #3 Everyone on the staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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1616 Floor plans available
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I enjoy just about everything about this place. The people here are always so happy and fun to be around. We have really great activities to participate in. I love the servers and how kind they are. They are...
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.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.
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All leadership staff goes above and beyond to make the residents feel comfortable, safe and secure. The dining room servers do an outstanding job of helping the residents. I’ve lived at Mission Ridge since...
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.
Located in the Southwest area of Springfield, our brand-new community offers quality senior living at its best. Mission Ridge senior living offers independent retirement living, assisted living and memory care. We feature spacious private apartments and stunning amenities.Our community is...
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Photo of The Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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5 for all and what I like the most about the community is the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience
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.
The Gardens Assisted Living provides senior with the care they need, the independence they want, and the dignity they deserve. Three restaurant-style meals are served daily in our open, naturally lit dining room. Our 24 our nursing staff can help with medication administration, bathing, dressing,...
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Photo of The Bungalows at Springfield East
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What stood out... The staff is friendly, seems to know and keep up with residents. Everyone is wiling to help and provide information. We especially think [name removed] is excellent as Activities...
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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Photo of The Fremont Senior Living
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8.4
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59 reviews
8.4
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The facility is very clean & well maintained. All staff are friendly and very qualified for their positions & the quality of care is excellent! The variety of meals the chef prepares are well balanced & very...
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.
The Fremont Senior Living is a Continuum of Care community offering Independent Apartments and Patio Homes, Assisted Living Level Two Suites, and a Memory Care Cottage. The Fremont is a locally owned and operated community that has been providing the highest level of customer service and care to...
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The staff helped Mom with her wash and changing her bed because she was unable to take care of it herself. Even though it was assisted living they did more for her than expected. They were always nice and...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
Photo of Joy Assisted Living
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6.0
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I am a resident of Joy Asisted Living. I have lived here for 3 1/2 years. It is like living in with a large family. The owner has been supportive of me the whole time I have lived here. She has helped me...
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.
Joy Assisted Living is located in the bustling city of Springfield, MO. This cozy community offers a home-like building that is set in a city that is known for its great attractions, historical treasures, and many parks. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...
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Photo of Spring Valley Assisted Living
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The newly refurbished facility is a bargain, and the people are awfully nice. Food is generally poor, though some options like lunch meat sandwiches and salads exist as permanent options to replace the...
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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My sons have been real pleased with everything at Spring Ridge. The resident is a negative person so it is hard to tell if there are real issues or not. As far as I am concerned it is a very nice facility. I...
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.
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 Spring Ridge Assisted Living.Spring Ridge is located on Meadowbrook Avenue in beautiful Springfield, MO. Springfield is the third-largest city in Missouri and...
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Photo of Ravenwood and Arbors at Ravenwood
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I pop in at various times and days therefore I can say with confidence that the care takers there are respectful and provide immediate attention whenever possible. I have never seen or heard anyone be short...
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.
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 Ravenwood Assisted Living and Arbors.The Arbors at Ravenwood Assisted Living by Americare is a special care community for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s...
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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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, 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.

Cost of assisted living in Hickory Barren, MO

The average cost of senior living in Hickory Barren is $3,811 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Niangua, MO with an average of $3,260 per month.

Assisted living costs in Hickory Barren, MO, vs. nearby cities

Hickory Barren, MO
$3,811/mo
$3,592/mo

Assisted living costs in Hickory Barren, MO, vs. state and national averages

Hickory Barren, MO
$3,811/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

Assisted living costs in Hickory Barren, MO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,811/mo
$5,193/mo

Assisted living costs in Hickory Barren, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,597/mo
Studio
$3,506/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,061/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,740/mo

Senior living costs in Hickory Barren 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: Hickory Barren, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHickory Barren, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$3,811/mo$4,032/mo$4,836/mo
Memory Care$5,193/mo$5,517/mo$5,606/mo
Independent Living$3,681/mo$3,786/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Hickory Barren, MO:$3,811/mo
Missouri:$4,032/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Memory Care
Hickory Barren, MO:$5,193/mo
Missouri:$5,517/mo
U.S.:$5,606/mo
Independent Living
Hickory Barren, MO:$3,681/mo
Missouri:$3,786/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hickory Barren, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hickory Barren 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 Hickory Barren, MO

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hickory Barren 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
Hickory Barren, MO$4,285/mo$3,865/mo+10.9%
Missouri$4,787/mo$4,747/mo+0.8%
National$5,200/mo$4,876/mo+6.6%
Hickory Barren, MO
2024 average cost:$4,285/mo
2023 average cost:$3,865/mo
Percent change:+10.9%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$4,787/mo
2023 average cost:$4,747/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,200/mo
2023 average cost:$4,876/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hickory Barren, MO

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What families are saying about assisted living in Hickory Barren

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hickory Barren

Butterfield Residential Care Center in Bolivar, MO

4.5
The friendliness of the staff members gets 5+ stars. The staff members here are wonderful and they are kind and always look for solutions to meet my unique needs. I sincerely love this community. My needs for activities may differ from other residents living at this community, but based on the ...
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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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Hickory Barren review score based on 84 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 84 reviews of 14 Hickory Barren assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hickory Barren 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

Hickory Barren review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Hickory Barren, MO14 facilities
9.2
Fair Grove, MO6 facilities
8.6
Goodnight, MO50 facilities

Review subcategories for Hickory Barren 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 84 reviews of 14 Hickory Barren assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hickory Barren 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.
Hickory Barren, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
3.9
Friendliness
4.1
4.0
Care services
4.0
3.6
Staff
4.0
3.9
Meals & dining
3.8
3.5
Activities
3.9
3.5
Value for cost*
3.9
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Hickory Barren assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hickory Barren assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hickory Barren, 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 Hickory Barren 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 Hickory Barren 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
71.4%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.6%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hickory Barren 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 Hickory Barren Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hickory Barren, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.7%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.7%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hickory Barren 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 Hickory Barren partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hickory Barren, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Hickory Barren 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 Hickory Barren communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hickory Barren, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hickory Barren 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 Hickory Barren offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hickory Barren, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.6%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hickory Barren

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

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Maranatha Village, Inc, Turners Rock Senior Living Community and Mission Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hickory Barren, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 15 assisted living facilities near Hickory Barren, Missouri. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Hickory Barren, 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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