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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Defiance, MO

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The cost of independent living in Defiance is about $4,399 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 302 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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This place is absolutely incredible! As a Homecare PT, I’ve been in a lot of senior, independent living facilities and this one is head and shoulders above any of them! The staff is all friendly and...
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.
Avalon Park is a brand-new community located in charming Cottleville, MO. Priced 10-15% lower than any other community in the area – we offer the best value in senior living. Once you arrive at Avalon Park you can feel the authentic and caring culture from the staff the moment you walk in! The...
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9.8
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142 reviews
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I have gone through several changes when I moved into Garden Villas, but immediately felt at home. Welcomed and safe. I'm very content.
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.
About the communityGarden Villas of O’Fallon Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a...
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89 reviews
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We generally have nothing but completely positive things to say about Park Place. Other than my mother's own reticence about leaving her home, we've had a tremendous experience with the team.
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.
Park Place Senior Living at WingHaven is truly a unique community!  We offer Independent Apartment Homes and a state licensed Assisted Living.  We are nestled in the community of WingHaven, close to shopping, restaurants, and more.  What makes us different is our exceptional...
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I went to Bayberry again today. The care was much better. They were helping the people eat that are not able to eat on there own. It definitely made me feel better.
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.
Located two miles north of I-64 in St. Charles County, Breeze Park’s personal services and on-site conveniences help you lead an independent, stimulating lifestyle.Breeze Park is close to historic St. Charles, Lake St. Louis, and Chesterfield. Physicians, entertainment, churches, pharmacies, and...
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Cost of independent living in Defiance, MO

The average cost of senior living in Defiance is $4,399 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Augusta, MO with an average of $3,978 per month.

Independent living costs in Defiance, MO, vs. nearby cities

Defiance, MO
$4,399/mo
$3,978/mo
$4,179/mo

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

Defiance, MO
$4,399/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Defiance, MO, vs. other senior living options

$5,952/mo
Independent Living
$4,399/mo

Independent living costs in Defiance, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,360/mo
Studio
$4,719/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,870/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,804/mo

Senior living costs in Defiance 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: Defiance, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDefiance, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$4,399/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$5,044/mo$4,008/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,952/mo$5,473/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Defiance, MO:$4,399/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Defiance, MO:$5,044/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Defiance, MO:$5,952/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Defiance, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Defiance 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
Defiance, MO$3,788/mo$3,265/mo+16.0%
Missouri$3,016/mo$2,799/mo+7.8%
National$3,166/mo$3,004/mo+5.4%
Defiance, MO
2024 average cost:$3,788/mo
2023 average cost:$3,265/mo
Percent change:+16.0%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,016/mo
2023 average cost:$2,799/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,166/mo
2023 average cost:$3,004/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about independent living in Defiance

Recent reviews for independent living in Defiance

EverTrue Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO

4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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The Rockwood in Webster Groves, MO

4.8
The staff at The Rockwood are wonderful and for a small facility the activities are varied and fun. The chef is very good and tries new things. It is not a cheap facility and annual cost increases are something to watch. I strongly recommend The Rockwood to others.

EverTrue Laclede Groves in Webster Groves, MO

5.0
After an extensive search, I realize Lutheran Senior Services' Laclede Groves retirement community in Webster Groves offers the best Life Plan facility in the St. Louis area. I'm experiencing the high level of quality of life and care that all seniors hope to experience in their retirement. ...
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Defiance independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Defiance independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Defiance, 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 Defiance 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 Defiance partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Defiance, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Defiance 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 Defiance communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Defiance, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
75%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Defiance 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 Defiance offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
75%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
75%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
75%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
75%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Avalon Park Independent Living, Garden Villas of O'Fallon and Park Place Senior Living at Winghaven are the top-rated independent living facilities near Defiance, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 5 independent living facilities near Defiance, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Defiance, Missouri are Avalon Park Independent Living, Garden Villas of O'Fallon and Holiday Orchid Terrace. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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