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The cost of independent living in Black Oak is about $3,260 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 30 options. Read 813 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.

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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Kendallwood Hills Estates has 104 apartment homes and is one of the newest properties north of the river. If you want a home that focuses on family, community, and service, not just amenities, we are the one to see. At Kendallwood Hills Estates, we provide luxury living for the young at heart...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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They are professional. The staff is attentive. They are open to suggestions. They show care toward residents. It is clean and smells nice. The food is good. The room size is sufficient. The layout is nice.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Black Oak, MO

The average cost of senior living in Black Oak is $3,260 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chillicothe, MO with an average of $1,899 per month.

Independent living costs in Black Oak, MO, vs. nearby cities

Black Oak, MO
$3,260/mo
$2,989/mo
$3,343/mo

Independent living costs in Black Oak, MO, vs. state and national averages

Black Oak, MO
$3,260/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Black Oak, MO, vs. other senior living options

$6,001/mo
Independent Living
$3,260/mo

Independent living costs in Black Oak, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,318/mo
Studio
$4,255/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,931/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,649/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,205/mo

Senior living costs in Black Oak 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: Black Oak, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlack Oak, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,260/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$2,903/mo$4,008/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$6,001/mo$5,473/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Black Oak, MO:$3,260/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Black Oak, MO:$2,903/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Black Oak, MO:$6,001/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Black Oak, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Black Oak 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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Independent living cost trends in Black Oak, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Black Oak 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
Black Oak, MO$2,590/mo$2,597/mo-0.3%
Missouri$3,057/mo$3,016/mo+1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Black Oak, MO
2024 average cost:$2,590/mo
2023 average cost:$2,597/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,057/mo
2023 average cost:$3,016/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Black Oak

Recent reviews for independent living in Black Oak

The Wellington Senior Living in Liberty, MO

4.4
They all seem pleasant and helpful snd try to accommodate your suggestions. However they have to report to their boss too. My mom has recommended to others and a few have moved in. I think this place struggles like all others with retention of employees. It's hard to see someone go that they ...
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The Groves in Independence, MO

4.0
About 12 years ago, my sister-in-law was here and the facility takes title 19 patients. It’s certainly an older facility, I think maybe an old hospital, but the advantage that they have over everywhere else is that they offer apartments and all different levels of care, but they’re all within ...
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Westbrook Care Center in Kearney, MO

5.0
The staff are always very nice and kind to the residents. [name removed] and [name removed] are wonderful people and my mom is happy there!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For instance, at The Gardens at Jackson Creek, the staff are described as 'wonderful to work with and very good to all of the residents'. At The Wellington Senior Living, the staff are praised for being ...
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Variety of activities. Residents at different communities express their enjoyment of the diverse range of activities offered to them. For example, at Linden Woods Village, the activities director is mentioned for 'hard work' and the fact that 'there are plenty of different things to do'. In the case of Novel Place ...
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Reasonable rent and value for money. Several reviews highlight the affordability and good value for money at different communities. For instance, at Hidden Lake Care Center, the comment is made that 'the value for the money is great'. Similarly, at The Gardens at Jackson Creek, the community is described as offering 'a really n ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Numerous reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities at different communities. For example, at Novel Place Blue Springs, residents praise the 'beautiful' and 'well-arranged' facility, and at Riverstone Retirement Community, the comment is made that 'the facility is clean and ...
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Detailed communication between staff and families. Communication between staff and families is highlighted in several reviews as a key feature of the communities. For instance, at Garden Village, the community director is praised for setting regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. At Linden W ...
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Individualized care for residents. A number of reviews mention the individualized care that residents receive at different communities. For example, at The Gardens at Jackson Creek, staff members are described as 'welcoming' and 'knowing each resident by name'. In the case of Linden Woods Village, the care provided is specifi ...
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Black Oak independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Black Oak independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Black Oak, 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 Black Oak 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 Black Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Black Oak, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Black Oak 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 Black Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Black Oak, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
46.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Black Oak 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 Black Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Black Oak, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Riverstone Retirement Community, The Fountains at Greenbriar and Novel Place Blue Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Black Oak, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 30 independent living facilities near Black Oak, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Black Oak, Missouri is Riverstone Retirement Community. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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