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Assisted living costs in Ray County average about $4,620 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 135 communities in Ray County. Our detailed directory has 2816 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 Homestead of Shawnee
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22 Floor plans available
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The staff seems to be very nice and caring even when the patients are having a bad day. I have eaten there, and I found the food to be very good. The manager and supervising nurse ([name removed]) are very...
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.
Homestead of Shawnee is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Shawnee, KS.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require 24-hour care. Homestead of Shawnee offers many services and amenities...
Photo of Silvercrest College View
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When I interviewed at Silvercrest I found [name removed] to be gracious and helpful. I moved in [date removed] and I find the staff friendly and helpful, from the top on down. The girls who clean 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.
Silvercrest at College View is an exciting new concept in Senior Community Living with lots of variety and amenities to choose from. Our unique and beautiful brand new buildings are contemporary and do not look like the traditional retirement or Assisted Living community. Large spacious floor to...
Photo of Luxe Life Senior Living at Ignite Medical Resort St Mary's
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[name removed], who is the chief nurse in assisted-living is absolutely incredible. She's one of the best we've ever worked with. I will say they are the only facility that accommodated my mother-in-law with...
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.
Experience the fullest life at Luxe Life Senior Living, a purpose-driven community. Various room options, expansive communal spaces, in-home concierge-style services, a spa on-site, and a sophisticated dining room offering globally inspired cuisine by our executive chef. Live at Luxe...
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They took very good care of my husband. They had medical staff who cared. They have assisted living, rehab, skilled nursing & long term care. Their food was very good & they had activities to do. I would...
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.
Norterre, a beautiful community located in Liberty, MO, located just north of Liberty Hospital, five minutes to downtown Liberty and area shopping and dining.Norterre is a vibrant community built with the desire and vision to serve generations of people in one unique place. A place that offers...
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So far it has been a positive experience, the staff is friendly and helpful. Dining is transitioning with new staff and they are listening to the residents making positive changes. The facility is clean and...
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Staley Hills the most desired in the...
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Photo of Bristol Manor of Raymore
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Generally our loved ones are enjoying it there. Maintenance is slow and there is some internal drama but overall for the money, you can't beat it.
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 Bristol Manor of Lexington
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This facility has been wonderful to our family member. Caring staff that are available 24/7. We are grateful to have this facility in our community.
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 Oak Pointe of Kearney, a Viva Community
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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I would definitely recommend Oak Pointe! They tend to have the same challenge as all of these facilities; staying fully staffed! But with the exception of one person, who is no longer there, we felt like 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.
At Oak Pointe of Kearney, a Viva Community, residents enjoy restaurant-style dining featuring resident-inspired dishes crafted by our talented chefs. Fill your days with engaging social activities, including visits to local Kearney favorites, all designed to keep your body and mind vibrant and...
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Photo of Bristol Manor of Oak Grove
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[Names removed] that are the best managers ever! Things have greatly improved since June of this year when the last managers were there. All of the residents are like family now. The managers treat...
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 Bristol Manor of Odessa
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We did not know what to think when we had to start looking at places for our parent. When we stopped and toured the facility we were met immediately by the administrator who was answered all our questions...
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...
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Photo of Essex of Grain Valley
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Our parent has lived in the facility for years. We are pleased with the care our parent receives. The rooms are big plenty of room. The home cooked meals with big portions are appreciated. When we have...
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 Bristol Manor of Cameron
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I live here and I feel like it is my home. They take good care of me. My room is always clean. We laugh a lot the staff and I. I enjoy being able to come and go when I want. The ladies here always make 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.
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 Heritage Village of Gladstone
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They have an onsite doctor, so the resident doesn't have to leave. The community is very friendly. They have meals and you call ahead and eat with your loved one, prior to COVID. The staff makes sure...
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.
Heritage Village of Gladstone is an assisted living community located in the city of Gladstone, Missouri in the county of Clay. Residents of this community can easily spend their days wandering through the wooded trails of Hidden Hollow Park which touches up against the back yard of Heritage...
Photo of Bristol Manor of Smithville
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I have lived here at Bristol almost a year. I love it here. The manager and her staff are helpful. They go out of there way to be helpful. I like to be out of my room and watch TV and talk to the staff when...
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 Cross Creek at Lee's Summit
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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.
Through passive monitoring, residents at Cross Creek enjoy a homelike atmosphere allowing them to live freely while still remaining safe and supported each day. Exterior security cameras, controlled and monitored access, audible alarms and community space sensors will serve to alert staff if any...
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Our child lives at the Ashbury and loves it there. The staff are friendly and helpful our child has made a lot of friends. I would recommend the Ashbury to anyone.
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 The Barrymore
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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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Photo of SummitView Terrace
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The community was very clean and the staff was very nice. I feel this was a good place for my loved one. I would recommend this community to others.
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 you visit SummitView Terrace in Lee's Summit, 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...
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I am happy that my father is in a nice community with good care. The staff are very attentive. The community is clean and a nice environment. The menu is appealing and he seems to be happy with the variety....
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.
Welcome to Indian Hills, a StoneBridge Senior Living community, located in Chillicothe, MO. If all inclusive, maintenance-free living in a beautiful private apartment is what you are looking for, then Indian Hills is for you! Our serene and immaculate grounds, spacious floor plans, and delicious...
Photo of Bristol Manor of Pleasant Hill
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My mother seems comfortable and content after a couple weeks and that is my primary concern. She actually likes the food and the staff. I'm impressed with the overall cleanliness and the responsiveness of...
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 Armour Oaks
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Overall, my loved ones are thrilled with their new home. They ended up securing a single family house that is adjacent to the main property. Armour Oaks is understaffed, but they get the job done. The...
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.
Armour Oaks Senior Living in Kansas City, Missouri – Kansas City’s oldest continuing Not-For-Profit entity - is located in the eclectic Waldo neighborhood at the corner of 81st and Wornall Road with easy access to I-435. This historic senior living community, just 15 minutes from the famous...
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Photo of Addington Place of Prairie Village
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For my father, we needed a short term stay after a surgery, Addington Place was able to help us and were very flexible working with his hospital discharge schedule. Everyone I spoke with during his stay was...
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.
Beautiful Addington Place of Prairie Village is located in Prairie Village, Kansas and can be a wonderful resting home for your elderly parent. We truly understand how difficult it can be for you to find the right spot for your parent to live if they can no longer live on their own. When choosing...
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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.
Heritage Village - Platte City is an assisted living community located in Platte City, Missouri in the county of Platte. This suburb of Kansas City is just close enough to the city to allow day trips or weekend trips or to allow friends and family to easily visit using the major airport in Kansas...
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Small ....12 residents...nice one room apts....good help w meds, showers, food. Not bad for assisted living on a budget.
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 Harmony Gardens
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The community is very clean and well maintained. The food is good. They offer daily activities such as exercise classes and cards. They bring in entertainers. I would recommend this community. The staff...
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 Harmony Gardens.When you visit Harmony Gardens, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local...

Cost of assisted living in Ray County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Ray County is $4,620 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cowgill, MO with an average of $2,749 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ray County, MO, vs. nearby counties

Ray County, MO
$4,620/mo
$4,708/mo
$3,885/mo

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

Ray County, MO
$4,620/mo
U.S. national average
$4,780/mo

Assisted living costs in Ray County, MO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,620/mo
$6,024/mo

Assisted living costs in Ray County, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,433/mo
Studio
$5,216/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,176/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,545/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,077/mo

Senior living costs in Ray County 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: Ray County, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRay County, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$4,620/mo$4,020/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$6,024/mo$5,501/mo$5,536/mo
Independent Living$3,732/mo$3,721/mo$4,177/mo
Assisted Living
Ray County, MO:$4,620/mo
Missouri:$4,020/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Ray County, MO:$6,024/mo
Missouri:$5,501/mo
U.S.:$5,536/mo
Independent Living
Ray County, MO:$3,732/mo
Missouri:$3,721/mo
U.S.:$4,177/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ray County, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ray County 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
Ray County, MO$5,067/mo$4,596/mo+10.2%
Missouri$5,076/mo$4,857/mo+4.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Ray County, MO
2024 average cost:$5,067/mo
2023 average cost:$4,596/mo
Percent change:+10.2%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$5,076/mo
2023 average cost:$4,857/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ray County, 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 Ray County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ray County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ray County

Bristol Manor of Odessa

5.0
We like that this home has staff that has been there long term. It was one of the reasons we chose this home. After touring for several places and going back to some we found that management and staff were always changing. We were looking for a place where the staff stayed and we felt were ...
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Westchester Village of Lenexa

4.6
Mom's 1st fall led to 9 weeks of pain and substandard care in rehab facilities and with her passing. During this 9 weeks it was decided that Mom and Dad would not be able to remain in their home of 50+ years and after extensive research Westchester Village was selected for their Assisted Living ...
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Blue Hills Rest Home in Independence, MO

5.0
Every time we go into Blue Hills, it seems very clean. There is always staff on site making sure the space is spotless. Everyone on staff is very friendly and helpful. They are good people! Blue Hills is a great value and the care is wonderful for the price. My mother has fallen a couple of ...
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Ray County review score based on 539 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 539 reviews of 122 Ray County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ray County 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

Ray County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Ray County, MO122 facilities
7.3
Richmond, MO18 facilities
7.3
Henrietta, MO16 facilities

Review subcategories for Ray County 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 539 reviews of 122 Ray County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ray County 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.
Ray County, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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*Learn more about cost details

Ray County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ray County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ray County, 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 Ray County 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 Ray County 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
80.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70.5%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.8%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ray County 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 Ray County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ray County, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.7%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ray County 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 Ray County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.1%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.5%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.8%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ray County 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 Ray County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.3%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.4%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
54.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ray County 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 Ray County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.4%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.4%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.6%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.5%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
62.3%
47%
Dances
Dances
40.2%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.7%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ray County

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Benton House of Blue Springs, Brookdale Wornall Place and Senior Star at Wexford Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ray County, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 135 assisted living facilities near Ray County, Missouri. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Ray County, Missouri is Shawnee Hills Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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