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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ernestville, MO
The cost of independent living in Ernestville is about $2,962 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 670 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, Senior Apartments
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.
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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My mom gets everything she needs whenever she needs it. The food is excellent, the place is nice, and they keep it clean.
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.
Found in Kearney, Missouri, Westbrook Villas is a senior living community situated about 25 minutes to the north of downtown Kansas City. Spread out over well-maintained expanse of land, our residences are built using brick, which combines with our green lawns and white fences to create the...
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Cost of independent living in Ernestville, MO
The average cost of senior living in Ernestville is $2,962 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whiteman AFB, MO with an average of $2,752 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ernestville, MO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ernestville, MO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ernestville vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ernestville, MO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Ernestville
Recent reviews for independent living in Ernestville
The Gardens at Jackson Creek in Independence, MO
4.7
[Names Removed] are wonderful to work with and very good to all of the residents.
They took the main entrance room away from the residents to put a "welcome" and often there's no one at it. They have moved the gathering room to a little side room. Highly disappointed in that decision and don't ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and helpful nature of the staff at various senior living communities. At The Gardens at Jackson Creek, the entire staff is phenomenal, and the residents are fond of the staff member named '[name removed]', who is a total sweetheart. While there have been some ...
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Variety of activities and socializing opportunities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at different communities, which encourage socializing and engagement. For example, at Novel Place Blue Springs, residents participate in various activities including exercise, crafts, outings, and social events. The activities director is kn ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness of the communities, whether it's for private rooms or communal areas. At Novel Place Blue Springs, residents appreciate the beautiful facility with plenty of places to meet people and the library, sitting in rockers, and fireplace in the winter. The ...
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Reasonable affordability. Some residents commend the affordability of the communities they live in, such as Solstice Senior Living at Lee's Summit, where the rent is reasonable and the value for the money is great. The facility offers various apartment sizes from studio to two bedrooms, and the amenities make the livin ...
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Access to on-site health care services. For residents who require additional health care services, some communities offer on-site care and assistance. For instance, at Solstice Senior Living at Lee's Summit, Solstice Senior Living at Lee's Summit has a working active beauty salon in-house, as well as select rehabilitation for profes ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Some reviews highlight the thoughtful and accommodating nature of the management teams at senior living communities. For example, at Novel Place Blue Springs, the management team bent over backwards to provide a place for a resident and truly cared to help her. They are responsive to residents ...
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Ernestville independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ernestville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ernestville, 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 Ernestville 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 Ernestville 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
25.9%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ernestville 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 Ernestville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
40.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ernestville 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 Ernestville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.9%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
59.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Novel Place Blue Springs, Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and The Princeton Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ernestville, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near Ernestville, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ernestville, Missouri are Novel Place Blue Springs and Our Lady of Mercy Country Home. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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