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Assisted living costs in Strafford average about $3,658 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 56 communities in Strafford. Our detailed directory has 416 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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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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My dad really complained about the food, the quality just was not there. Staff was very sweet, They really worked with us on many levels. Was hard to get a doctor in to see my dad. It was a confusing...
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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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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...
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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.
Butterfield Residential Care Center located in Bolivar, Missouri, is a 78-bed residential care community designed to allow residents all the privacy of apartment living without the worries of living alone. While maintaining independent lifestyles, residents of BRCC appreciate the security of...
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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 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 NorthRidge Place.NorthRidge Place is located on Lynn Street in beautiful Lebanon, MO. Lebanon is home to many unique shops and attractions, including antiques,...
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Wedgewood has been a very good experience for my dad as well as myself. Very down home family environment. Only issues have been in relation to change in admin and DON.
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.
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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, 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.
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The Baptist Home community had over a year wait list because it was so good, we called them explaining our loved ones situation at her previous community which was so bad and they moved us in within a month....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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, 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, 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.
Hudson House is a 41-bed residential care facility located adjacent to the Aurora Nursing Center in Lawrence County, Aurora, Missouri. Hudson House is a unique health care facility with the highest of standards in both resident care and cleanliness while providing a sense of well-being for those...
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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.
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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If you are looking for an Assisted Living or Independent Living Community for your loved one, The Oaks Retirement Community is the perfect choice! [name removed], [name removed], [name removed] and all of...
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, 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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Strafford, MO

The average cost of senior living in Strafford is $3,658 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Niangua, MO with an average of $3,226 per month.

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

Strafford, MO
$3,658/mo

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

Strafford, MO
$3,658/mo
U.S. national average
$4,770/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,658/mo
$5,193/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,398/mo
Studio
$4,842/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,448/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,612/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,930/mo

Senior living costs in Strafford 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: Strafford, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStrafford, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$3,658/mo$4,008/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,193/mo$5,473/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living$3,558/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Strafford, MO:$3,658/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Strafford, MO:$5,193/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Strafford, MO:$3,558/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Strafford, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Strafford 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Strafford, MO$4,564/mo$4,222/mo+8.1%
Missouri$4,979/mo$4,848/mo+2.7%
National$5,322/mo$5,061/mo+5.2%
Strafford, MO
2024 average cost:$4,564/mo
2023 average cost:$4,222/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$4,979/mo
2023 average cost:$4,848/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
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2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Strafford, 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 Strafford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Strafford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Strafford

Essex of Ozark

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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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Ravenwood and Arbors at Ravenwood in Springfield, MO

5.0
Ravenwood is definitely the perfect place for Mom. Since moving in she has been very happy and made plenty of friends. She enjoys playing bingo and my sisters go to visit her often. I've heard no complaints about the food and the cook is such an awesome person! Since moving in my sisters have ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and care of the staff at various communities, such as Mission Ridge, where they are described as going above and beyond to make loved ones feel welcome. At Turners Rock Senior Living Community, staff members are commended for their caring attitude, quick resp ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at several communities, including The Township Senior Living, where regular town meetings and choir practice are favorites. At Castlewood Senior Living, residents take part in outings, entertainment, and spiritual input.
Thoughtful communication with families. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication they receive from staff at different communities, like The Township Senior Living, where they are able to voice suggestions and concerns. At The Bungalows at Chesterfield Village, staff members accommodate families' unique needs and a ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents look forward to mealtimes at various communities, such as Turners Rock Senior Living Community, where the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions. At Castlewood Senior Living, the facility is praised for its restaurant-style dining and beyond-good food.
Well-kept facilities and cleanliness. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with facilities being described as beautiful, clean, and well-maintained at communities like The Bungalows at Chesterfield Village and The Bungalows at Branson Meadows. Staff members at these communities work hard to ensure the faciliti ...
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Secure and caring environment. Families express confidence in the safety and security of their loved ones at different communities, such as Turners Rock Senior Living Community, where residents feel comfortable and well-cared for. At The Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care, the peaceful and friendly atmosphere puts fa ...
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Strafford review score based on 170 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 170 reviews of 52 Strafford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Strafford 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

Strafford review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Strafford, MO52 facilities
6.9
Fair Grove, MO6 facilities
7.8
Springfield, MO22 facilities

Review subcategories for Strafford 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 170 reviews of 52 Strafford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Strafford 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.
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Cleanliness
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4.1
Friendliness
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4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
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4.0
Meals & dining
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3.7
Activities
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Strafford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Strafford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Strafford, 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 Strafford 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 Strafford 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
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52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Strafford 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 Strafford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Strafford 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 Strafford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Strafford, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Strafford 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 Strafford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Strafford 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 Strafford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Strafford, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
42.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Strafford

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