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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fordham, MO
The cost of independent living in Fordham is about $3,143 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 29 options. Read 510 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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Cost of independent living in Fordham, MO
The average cost of senior living in Fordham is $3,143 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lathrop, MO with an average of $2,629 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fordham, MO vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fordham, MO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Fordham
Recent reviews for independent living in Fordham
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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Westbrook Care Center, Inc in Kearney, MO
5.0
The staff are always very nice and kind to the residents. [name removed] and [name removed] are wonderful people and my mom is happy there!
Linden Woods Village in Gladstone, MO
5.0
my aunt has lived here in independent living for 7 years. We just moved her into the [community name removed] community due to health issues. [name removed], [name removed],[name removed] and [name removed] and many others helped facility the move and were very kind and supportive. They went ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities, such as Holiday Garden Village, who go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and assist with any needs. Staff members at Linden Woods Village even helped facilitate a smooth transition into a new ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents consistently praise the food quality at their communities, including The Grand Royale, which offers nutritious meals that cover all food groups and has a variety of offerings to accommodate different tastes. At Corby Place, the chef is highly regarded and the dining room is kept cl ...
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Wide range of engaging activities. Activities are another popular feature mentioned in the reviews, with communities like Riverstone Retirement Community offering a full calendar of activities and outings for residents to enjoy. Activities can include music, games, bingo, fitness classes, and more.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. The cleanliness and upkeep of communities are frequently noted in the reviews, such as Benedictine Living Community St Joseph, where the food is fantastic and everyone is so nice and welcoming. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining both the private living spaces and commo ...
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Caring and supportive community atmosphere. Residents and their families express gratitude for the caring and supportive atmosphere at their communities, like Riverstone Retirement Community, where everyone knows each other by name and the staff is always available to lend a helping hand. The community feels like a home for many residen ...
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Thoughtful and flexible accommodations. Reviews highlight the accommodating nature of communities, such as Holiday Garden Village, which made adjustments to make the moving process smoother for residents. This flexibility extends to accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences in meal options.
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Fordham independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fordham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fordham, 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 Fordham 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 Fordham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fordham, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Fordham 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 Fordham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fordham, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fordham 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 Fordham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.3%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, Senior Star at Wexford Place and Holiday Country Squire are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fordham, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 29 independent living facilities near Fordham, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fordham, Missouri are Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Holiday Country Squire. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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