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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Exeter, MO

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Missouri is $3,355, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Exeter area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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My loved one is staying here until a cottage opens up at one of the two facilities she is on the wait list for. Overall the experience has been pretty good. She is in a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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I have lived in this place for 8 years! I would bring my friends and family in any time!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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If you are looking for an Assisted Living or Independent Living Community for your loved one, The Oaks Retirement Community is the perfect choice! [name removed], [name removed], [name removed] and all of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Country Assisted Living is located in Huntsville, AR and is a local owned and operated assist living facility. We pride ourselves in making the transition from home to our facility as easy and peaceful as it can be for our residents and their loved ones. Our residents have the freedom to furnish...
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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
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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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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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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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I have family who have lived at Autumn Place since January 2016, including my mother, father and step-mother. I have found the staff to be exceptionally friendly and helpful at all times. My parents adjusted...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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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 Living in Fayetteville, ARYou may be asking, “where is the best place to retire in Arkansas?” We believe that question stops here. Find luxury senior living in Fayetteville AR at the Grand Village. Residents will find no shortage of experiences to enjoy. In fact, we boast a unique offering...
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The Baptist Home community had over a year wait list because it was so good, we called them explaining our loved ones situation at her previous community which was so bad and they moved us in within a month....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Baptist Village Honey Creek is a lovely independent living facility with a friendly Christian atmosphere. It has both apartments and duplexes. There is a beauty shop on premises. Carports are available for...
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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Exeter, MO

The average cost of senior living in Missouri is $3,355 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Missouri vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeMissouriU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,355/mo$3,520/mo4.7% below national median
Assisted Living$5,427/mo$5,830/mo6.9% below national median
Memory Care$6,733/mo$6,999/mo3.8% below national median
Independent Living
Missouri:$3,355/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:4.7% below national median
Assisted Living
Missouri:$5,427/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:6.9% below national median
Memory Care
Missouri:$6,733/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:3.8% below national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Exeter

Recent reviews for independent living in Exeter

Honeycreek Retirement Village in Grove, OK

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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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The Township Senior Living in Battlefield, MO

4.1
Friendly, helpful staff. Nice facility. Visit twice weekly and consistent care and experience. I would recommend them to others looking.

The Fremont Senior Living in Springfield, MO

3.8
The main problems is food service, small portions or running out of advertised food. My main problem is getting work orders done. You put in a work order and you don't hear anything for days. When you inquire, they tell you that they are backed up. I am not sure if I would recommend The Fremont ...
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Exeter independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Exeter independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Exeter, 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 Exeter 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 Exeter 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
24.4%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.5%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
39%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.7%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Exeter 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 Exeter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.2%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
39%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.4%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Exeter 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 Exeter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.2%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.9%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.3%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.2%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.7%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51.2%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
43.9%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.2%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.7%
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