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The cost of independent living in Dessa is about $3,417 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 50 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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Photo of Wildwood Senior Living
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8.9
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25 reviews
8.9
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25 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
16%
3 star
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My Dad didn't want to go but after 3 weeks he was going to breakfast with friends. The staff was amazing. In three weeks my Dad actually gained weight. They have a chef and the food was exceptional in which...
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.
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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Photo of Chapters Living of Joplin
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8.3
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25 reviews
8.3
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5 star
28%
4 star
32%
3 star
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There's always room for improvement. My mom has lost her sight and there are very few employees that help her out. Shout out to [names removed] for helping her without being asked. She is a difficult person....
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.
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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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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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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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Dessa, MO

The average cost of senior living in Dessa is $3,417 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stark City, MO with an average of $3,005 per month.

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

Dessa, MO
$3,417/mo
$3,417/mo
$3,251/mo

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

Dessa, MO
$3,417/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$5,092/mo
Independent Living
$3,417/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,075/mo
Studio
$3,898/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,834/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,103/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,500/mo

Senior living costs in Dessa 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: Dessa, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDessa, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,417/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,688/mo$4,008/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,092/mo$5,473/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Dessa, MO:$3,417/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Dessa, MO:$3,688/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Dessa, MO:$5,092/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Dessa, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dessa 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
Dessa, MO$2,925/mo$2,391/mo+22.4%
Missouri$2,786/mo$2,678/mo+4.0%
National$2,927/mo$2,836/mo+3.2%
Dessa, MO
2024 average cost:$2,925/mo
2023 average cost:$2,391/mo
Percent change:+22.4%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$2,786/mo
2023 average cost:$2,678/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,927/mo
2023 average cost:$2,836/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dessa

Recent reviews for independent living in Dessa

Honeycreek Retirement Village in Grove, OK

5.0
Very clean and nice looking apartments. It is owned by the Southern Baptist and has a strong Christian environment. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming, both the employees and residence. [Name removed], the manager has worked there for many years and is truly called to this job. He goes ...
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Chapters Living of Joplin

5.0
I love it here. The staff is extremely helpful. It's very clean. Meals are good and plenty. Lots if activities. Expensive but affordable. I would highly recommend independent living and assisted living here at Spring River Christian Village.

Wildwood Senior Living in Joplin, MO

5.0
I absolutely love Wildwood and so does dad. All the staff are very friendly. Really Care about the people who live here. The facility is not like a nursing facility. It feels like a home. It is beautiful. And kept completely clean

Dessa independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dessa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dessa, 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 Dessa 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 Dessa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dessa, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dessa 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 Dessa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dessa, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dessa 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 Dessa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dessa, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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Wildwood Senior Living, Chapters Living of Joplin and Cowskin Bluff Retirement Vlg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dessa, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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