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Assisted living costs in May average about $3,887 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 70 communities in May. Our detailed directory has 327 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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When we were able to visit the cleanliness of the community was really good, and we never had any complaints when it came to the care services. We thought the value was on par with everything else we saw in...
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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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My father was not here very long. The staff was very nice and understanding with his needs. They do have activities that are offered. The community is very nice and clean. I would recommend this for good...
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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.
When you visit Oswego Home Place, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments. Our care...
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Comment on activities: is like so many other facilities that have a high level of attrition with activities director. We do like the director is a good, Christian man. They also do have several biblical...
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.
Our mission is to provide quality senior living in a caring environment. Our mission statement is reflected in all Providence Assisted Living facilities. Residents are encouraged to maintain maximum independence while having access to professional, caring staff in a home-like environment.
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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.
Webwood Assisted Living is a family owned facility conveniently located minutes from I-49, directly across from the Neosho Golf Course. This beautiful "state of the art" facility boasts spectacular sunsets from our 70 foot back patio looking over a picturesque valley, all part of a 15 acre...
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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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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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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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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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It is a very clean, nice community. The room floor plans are the same, they could be bigger. It is a good size for one person. My mother in law has made a lot of friends. Staff is very responsive. The food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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, 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.
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.
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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My loved one is staying here until a cottage opens up at one of the two facilities she is on the wait list for. Overall the experience has been pretty good. She is in a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment that...
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.
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 May, MO

The average cost of senior living in May is $3,887 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seneca, MO with an average of $3,566 per month.

Assisted living costs in May, MO, vs. nearby cities

May, MO
$3,887/mo
$3,838/mo
$4,046/mo

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

May, MO
$3,887/mo
U.S. national average
$4,770/mo

Assisted living costs in May, MO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,887/mo
$4,340/mo

Assisted living costs in May, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,615/mo
Studio
$5,065/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,005/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,533/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,957/mo

Senior living costs in May 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: May, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMay, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$3,887/mo$4,008/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$4,340/mo$5,473/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living$3,174/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
May, MO:$3,887/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
May, MO:$4,340/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Independent Living
May, MO:$3,174/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in May, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in May 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
May, MO$5,990/mo$4,021/mo+49.0%
Missouri$4,827/mo$4,833/mo-0.1%
National$5,167/mo$4,875/mo+6.0%
May, MO
2024 average cost:$5,990/mo
2023 average cost:$4,021/mo
Percent change:+49.0%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$4,827/mo
2023 average cost:$4,833/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,167/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in May, 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 May.

What families are saying about assisted living in May

Recent reviews for assisted living in May

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.

Oak Pointe of Carthage, a Viva Community

5.0
We picked this community, because of the location, and it's close to my home.. It's a great place. I guess they are all pricey, but I would definitely recommend it. It's about 15 min further away but the cost is much more affordable for whats in the bank.

The Bungalows at Fayetteville

3.8
We like our room with its view of a hayfield behind us and our private patio. We are continually working with the food director to provide a quality diet. The size of the room was very important--larger than most other facilities.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of apartment sizes. Multiple reviews mention the ample living space provided at various communities, such as Brookfield Bella Vista and Oak Pointe of Neosho, where residents appreciate having a larger private apartment and open community areas.
Skilled and responsive nursing staff. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of having a competent nursing staff for loved ones, as expressed at Concordia, where the nursing staff is on deck and observant of residents' physical and mental needs.
Affordable pricing. Some families praise the cost-effectiveness of certain communities, like Pinnacle Groves in Rogers, which offers a reasonable price for the quality of care and living conditions, allowing families to feel confident that their loved ones are receiving good value.
Superior food quality and variety. Reviews for facilities like The Bungalows at Fayetteville and Brookfield Bella Vista emphasize the importance of quality and diverse meal offerings, with residents and families expressing satisfaction with the food and the alternative options available.
Access to off-site activities. Communities like Oak Pointe of Carthage and The Bungalows at Springdale offer engaging outings and activities outside of the facilities, allowing residents to stay active and enjoy new experiences.
Friendly and accommodating staff. Reviews frequently comment on the pleasant demeanor and willingness to help of staff members, as seen at Brookstone and Concordia, where the staff are described as kind, caring, and attentive to residents' needs
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May review score based on 144 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 144 reviews of 59 May assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The May 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

May review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
May, MO59 facilities
7.9
Goodman, MO72 facilities
8.9
Anderson, MO10 facilities

Review subcategories for May 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 144 reviews of 59 May assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare May 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.
May, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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May assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in May assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in May, 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 May 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 May that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
May, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.2%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in May 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 May Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
May, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in May 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 May partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
May, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
39%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in May 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 May communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
May, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in May 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 May offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
May, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
37.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
23.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in May

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