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The cost of independent living in Ionia is about $2,848 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 39 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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Ionia Independent Living Facilities | 39 Reviews

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Last Updated: 12/20/24
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Photo of Garden Gate Estates
1010 Photos available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
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Very nice facility. This is not an assisted living facility but they do offer many services that my mother takes advantage of such as laundry, hair dresser and meals.
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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Photo of John Knox Village East and Meyer Care Center
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.8
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4 reviews
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4 reviews
5 star
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Compared to other communities in the area the value for the money is great - our loved one has a really nice apartment with a bedroom, bathroom, living room and a small kitchen. The residents do not always...
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.
John Knox Village East is one of the most affordable senior living communities in the Lafayette, Johnson, Saline, Ray and Jackson County areas. We are located on 40 acres in Higginsville, MO which is about an hour East of Kansas City. Higginsville was recently named one of the top 10 places to...
Photo of Primrose Retirement Community Sedalia
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1010 Floor plans available
7.0
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7 reviews
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Cedarhurst is now Primrose. It's a property In transition, and I've only been here for four months, so I can't pass a-lot of judgment. Presently the food is not great, and they are short of help. But I'm...
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.
Photo of Bristol Manor of Sedalia
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9 reviews
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My loved one loves it here. The community feels homey and cozy for them, and exactly what they wanted. The rooms could be a bit bigger. They seem to be short on staff currently. The community has...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Photo of Essex of Sedalia
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3.0
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8 reviews
3.0
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The new administrator does a bunch of wonderful things for the residents, there are always plenty of different activities going on. All of the meals that are cooked there are home cooked meals. The residents...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Photo of Bristol Manor of Boonville
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3 reviews
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The staff were consistently caring and helpful. Turn over was very high, so house managers changed frequently. This seems to be a reality of health care and perhaps all industries at this time. ...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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It is a very close knit community where everybody knows everybody. It is more like a family that it is an institution. It is just a great community. Our loved on loves it here and that in turn makes us...
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.
When you visit Hartmann Village, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments, alcoves, and...
Photo of Winchester Meadows Assisted living
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.
Photo of Landmark Terrace
55 Photos available
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.
Services provided at no additional cost:Private room and private bath3 nutritious meals per day and snacksMedication administration including insulin administrationHousekeeping servicesLaundry serviceActivitiesOur company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our first...
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Cost of independent living in Ionia, MO

The average cost of senior living in Ionia is $2,848 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Warsaw, MO with an average of $2,694 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ionia, MO vs. nearby cities

Ionia, MO
$2,848/mo
$2,752/mo
$2,847/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ionia, MO vs. the state and national average

Ionia, MO
$2,848/mo
U.S. national average
$4,065/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ionia vs. other types of senior living

$4,808/mo
Independent Living
$2,848/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ionia, MO by room type

Studio
$2,460/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,818/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,925/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Ionia

Recent reviews for independent living in Ionia

Essex of Sedalia

5.0
The staff's very friendly and knowledgeable

Bristol Manor of Sedalia

5.0
My mom cannot stop talking about how much this place means to her

Garden Gate Estates in Osage Beach, MO

5.0
What we like the most about the Garden Gate Estates community is that we know our loved one is safe and well taken care of. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who are looking for a place for their loved ones

Ionia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ionia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ionia, 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 Ionia 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 Ionia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ionia, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ionia 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 Ionia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ionia, MONational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ionia 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 Ionia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ionia, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
88.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.7%
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