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Assisted living costs in May average about $3,654 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 81 communities in May. Our detailed directory has 253 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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I have lived at Bristol Manor for almost 10 years now. I’ve met a lot nice folks during my time here. When I first came here I was a bit hesitant about a residential care facility. Being a disabled veteran I...
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.
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...
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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...
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.
The Bungalows at Fayetteville is a Level II Phoenix Senior Living Community where 24 hour care meets a new world of possibilities. We provide assisted living services in apartment style settings. A trained staff of CNA's and LPN's are here 24 hour per day for medical assistance and activities of...
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5 on all categories. Everyone was very kind and it is a beautiful facility. The food is good. I recommend without reservation.
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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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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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
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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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Photo of Love and Care Boarding Home
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
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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.
Photo of The Autumn Place
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.
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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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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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.
Photo of St. Luke's Assisted Living Facility
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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.
Photo of Autumn Place at Oak Ridge
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.
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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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
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.
Photo of The Autumn Place
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.

Cost of assisted living in May, MO

The average cost of senior living in May is $3,654 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seneca, MO with an average of $3,394 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in May, MO vs. nearby cities

May, MO
$3,654/mo
$3,619/mo
$3,996/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in May, MO vs. the state and national average

May, MO
$3,654/mo
U.S. national average
$4,805/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in May vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,654/mo
$4,285/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in May, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$4,307/mo
Studio
$4,560/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,731/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,948/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,048/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in May over time

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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.

Village on the Park Bentonville

4.6
The community is a little pricey but in comparison to where our loved one was previous it is working out better because she has a good nursing staff that is on deck. The meals were good up until about this point and now they have ran out of some essential items and we aren't sure why. Even ...
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Oak Pointe of Neosho

5.0
Our experience has been great! The staff has really made her feel welcome. She really enjoys all of the creative activities they come up with. Especially the outings outside of the center they have an opportunity to do. Also, if the menu does not appeal for that day, they give the resident ...
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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 114 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 114 reviews of 63 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

7.4
May, MO63 facilities
7.4
Goodman, MO84 facilities
9.0
Anderson, MO12 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 114 reviews of 63 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
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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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
39.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.2%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

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
47.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
13.5%
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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
23.8%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
36.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
14%
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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
19%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
23.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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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
34.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.8%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
20.6%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.7%
45.4%
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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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in May protect seniors.

Learn about Missouri Assisted Living regulations

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Concordia of Bella Vista, The Bungalows at Springdale and Oak Pointe of Neosho are the top-rated assisted living facilities near May, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 81 assisted living facilities near May, Missouri. See the full list.

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