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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Galena, KS
The cost of independent living in Galena is about $3,025 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 60 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Joplin, Neosho and Pittsburg.
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She is happy there, having fun and making friends. She is no longer isolated like she was living south of town. The cleanliness must be a 5 because she's always been about hospital clean. She's shared no...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Active seniors can find everything they need at College View Manor. This pleasant retirement community in Joplin, Missouri, gives residents the independence they want along with the assistance they need to live a fulfilling life. Five Star Senior Living owns this friendly community. Spacious...
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Our experience thus far would indicate they've had some issues with staffing, leaving them short handed at times but overall care has been good. My folks are 95 and 94 years of age so activities are not...
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.
We do the work so that you can live the life you’ve always wanted.The Wildwood offers services and amenities that make life open and full of opportunity for residents. We bring events to residents. We take care of tidying up. We work with residents and families to make a health plan. We do the...
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They have a terrific staff! It's clean & smells fresh, the food is so so from what I hear but there's variety & plenty to eat.
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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Our loved one at times is not very happy with the meals but other than that our loved one and our family are really happy with Carl Junction. She loves her apartment, whenever she needs something the staff...
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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My mom is doing really great at this community. The staff is very caring and helpful. Mom loves all of the meals and variety. She stays active with great activities. The community is very clean and nice. We...
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.
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 Silver Creek.Silver Creek and The Arbors at Silver Creek is located on Texas Avenue in beautiful Joplin, MO. Joplin is in southwest Missouri in the “four...
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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.
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 Foxberry Terrace.Foxberry Terrace is located in Webb City, Missouri. We specialize in person centered care offering a home away from home atmosphere. Our staff...
Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Prairie Hill is located in Joplin, Missouri which is in southern Jasper County and northern Newton County. Joplin Missouri is home to Grand Falls which is the largest naturally flowing waterfall in Missouri. Charming appeal and wonderful people fill the town of Joplin with the atmosphere and...
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Northpark is a very nice place, I'm really enjoying it here! I got one of their handicap accessible apartments and I really like how easy to reach everything is. The staff here is friendly and professional,...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Northpark is a senior apartment complex located in the vibrant city of Joplin, Missouri which is in southern Jasper County and northern Newton County. With friendly and respectful residents, Northpark is a fantastic location for your new home. Joplin is a bustling city with lots of places to...
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Cost of independent living in Galena, KS
The average cost of senior living in Galena is $3,025 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walnut, KS with an average of $2,156 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Galena, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Galena, KS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Galena vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Galena, KS by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Galena
Recent reviews for independent living in Galena
Oak Pointe of Carthage
5.0
[name removed] was totally awesome and went over and above his duty rest. The staff seem pretty nice. I was most pleased with Carthage, but I've heard really bad things from Oak point in [location removed].
It might be a completely different experience. I've understand that [name removed] has ...
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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.
College View Manor in Joplin, MO
5.0
My brother has been a resident at College View Manor for only 2 months.
He likes the facility and his apartment very much. The rent covers his apartment, restaurant style lunch and dinner daily, free use of laundry on each floor, cleaning of the apartment weekly, and free transportation by ...
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Galena independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Galena independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Galena, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Galena independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Galena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Galena, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Galena independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Galena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Galena, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
18.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Galena independent 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 independent living communities in Galena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Galena, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
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College View Manor, Oak Pointe of Neosho and Highland Meadows are the top-rated independent living facilities near Galena, Kansas. See full list of communities.
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