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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Buxton, MO
The cost of independent living in Buxton is about $3,646 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 371 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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9.7
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86 reviews
5s across the board! Everyone is so friendly - staff and residents. Mom is very involved in activities. Meals are fantastic (especially the salad bar). Ability to ask for something off-menu is a plus....
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.
Riverstone Retirement is Kansas City’s Premier independent living community. Riverstone Retirement comprises apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Riverstone Retirement is an all-inclusive retirement...
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9.6
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106 reviews
Friendliness of staff- 1 of the big draws for us, everyone with few exceptions very welcoming and friendly. Meals/dining - only true negative. Has deteriorated significantly since coming here. Probably...
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.
Welcome to Senior Star at Wexford Place! Wexford Place is an independent living, assisted living, and state-of-the-art memory support community located in the heart of "The Northland" in Kansas City, Miissouri. It's a community filled with friendship and lots of ways to enjoy a life full of...
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9.2
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30 reviews
Everyone who works here is friendly and helpful. Their kindness is genuine, they are patient and do their best to solve any issue that arises. To be honest, since my husband died I don't go to lunch or...
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.
Tiffany Springs offers upscale, luxury senior living with a variety of care options.By locating independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation health care together on one campus in the Northland of Kansas City, we’re able to meet a variety of needs for individuals and...
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104 reviews
This has been my first experience living in a senior living community. I have been here almost 6 months. All the current staff is very friendly. There have been many changes and a very big turnover in 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.
Garden Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping and linen...
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4 reviews
The Twin Oaks team is wonderful! Lori is such a caring Director and [name removed] works diligently, wearing several hats to keep the residents happy! They are truly a family and for the almost 4 yrs Mom...
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.
Twin Oaks Independent Living is designed to maintain individuality and independence. Our elegant community provides hospitality and a worry free lifestyle in a safe and secure environment. Interesting and exciting social, recreational and educational activities and events are part of our...
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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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Cost of independent living in Buxton, MO
The average cost of senior living in Buxton is $3,646 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ridgely, MO with an average of $3,140 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Buxton
Recent reviews for independent living in Buxton
Shawnee Hills Senior Living
4.9
The staff cares for residents like their family, checking in on them if they miss meals and helping them adjust to their new homes.
The facility is updated with tile floors and blue/gray tones that feel clean and soothing.
If I were of an age, I'd stay there.
Westchester Village of Lenexa
5.0
Thank you Westchester for the great care for my dear aunt. Over the past four years our family has been and continues to be happy with the care the community is giving to our loved one. We appreciate your professionalism and desire to accommodate our needs.
The Wellington Senior Living in Liberty, MO
3.9
I have enjoyed living here and looking forward to them getting a better handle in organizing the facility and especially having the food situation corrected. It is a clean facility. There is construction traffic, which brought in lots of dust and mud. There is not a janitor or an outside ...
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Buxton independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buxton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buxton, 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 Buxton 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 Buxton 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
14.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buxton 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 Buxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buxton, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buxton 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 Buxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, Riverstone Retirement Community and Shawnee Hills Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buxton, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Buxton, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Buxton, Missouri are Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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