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The cost of independent living in Kerr is about $3,531 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 35 options. Read 1002 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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In a week we will move my Mother into Linden Woods Village. We received a fantastic tour from [name removed]. She helped us decide this was the place for my Mother. [name removed] answered all of our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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.
The Fountains at Corby Place allows you to take charge of your future with confidence and peace of mind. Our dynamic programs are designed to offer help with the little things in life, so you can appreciate the bigger things. Here, you blend your own mix of privacy with camaraderie to create an...
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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.
Kendallwood Hills Estates has 104 apartment homes and is one of the newest properties north of the river. If you want a home that focuses on family, community, and service, not just amenities, we are the one to see. At Kendallwood Hills Estates, we provide luxury living for the young at heart...
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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 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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They are professional. The staff is attentive. They are open to suggestions. They show care toward residents. It is clean and smells nice. The food is good. The room size is sufficient. The layout is nice.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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 Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Now Open! Call and reserve your new one-bedroom apartment now. This new exciting senior apartment community is exclusive for those 62 years of age and better. Parallel Senior Villas is conveniently located only 3 miles west of Interstate 635 in Kansas City, Kansas. Plus you can shop and dine at...
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Cost of independent living in Kerr, MO

The average cost of senior living in Kerr is $3,531 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stewartsville, MO with an average of $3,155 per month.

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

Kerr, MO
$3,531/mo
$3,531/mo
$3,583/mo

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

Kerr, MO
$3,531/mo
U.S. national average
$4,259/mo

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

$6,098/mo
Independent Living
$3,531/mo

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

Studio
$2,599/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,983/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,929/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,753/mo

Senior living costs in Kerr 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: Kerr, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKerr, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,531/mo$3,788/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living$4,143/mo$4,034/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$6,098/mo$5,519/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Kerr, MO:$3,531/mo
Missouri:$3,788/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Kerr, MO:$4,143/mo
Missouri:$4,034/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Kerr, MO:$6,098/mo
Missouri:$5,519/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
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Independent living costs in Kerr, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Kerr 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Kerr, MO$2,582/mo$2,554/mo+1.1%
Missouri$3,061/mo$3,020/mo+1.3%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Kerr, MO
2024 average cost:$2,582/mo
2023 average cost:$2,554/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,061/mo
2023 average cost:$3,020/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Kerr

Recent reviews for independent living in Kerr

The Wellington Senior Living in Liberty, MO

4.4
They all seem pleasant and helpful snd try to accommodate your suggestions. However they have to report to their boss too. My mom has recommended to others and a few have moved in. I think this place struggles like all others with retention of employees. It's hard to see someone go that they ...
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Westbrook Care Center 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 helpful staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in several communities, such as Garden Village, The Gardens at Jackson Creek, and Corby Place. Residents and their families appreciate the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers, and the staff's ability ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at the communities. For example, at Novel Place Blue Springs, there's something for every interest, from exercising to arts and crafts, group outings, and games. At Linden Woods Village, moving in was made easier with the help of ...
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Reasonably priced and clean living spaces. Several reviews praise the affordability and cleanliness of the communities. At Hidden Lake Care Center, renters appreciate the value for the money they pay, while The Gardens at Jackson Creek highlights the cleanliness of the common areas and the apartments. Residents of Senior Star at Wex ...
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Individualized attention to meet resident needs. Reviews for various communities show that the staff caters to the unique needs of each resident. At The Wellington Senior Living, the staff have been very welcoming and helpful, offering a full calendar of activities and outings. At The Parkway Senior Living, the friendliness and knowledge o ...
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Reasonable food selection and quality. While not every community's food receives rave reviews, several residents express satisfaction with the variety and taste of the meals. At Novel Place Blue Springs, the head chef is praised for their culinary skills and the delicious meals. At The Wellington Senior Living, while the food sit ...
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Secure and safe community environment. Several residents and their families note the safety measures taken at the communities, allowing them peace of mind. At Tiffany Springs Senior Living, Tiffany Springs Senior Living provides transportation to medical appointments and ensures the security of their facilities. At Garden Village ...
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Kerr independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kerr independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kerr, 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 Kerr 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 Kerr partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kerr, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.1%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.4%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Kerr 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 Kerr communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kerr, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kerr 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 Kerr offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kerr, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.4%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Novel Place Blue Springs, Riverstone Retirement Community and Vintage Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kerr, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 35 independent living facilities near Kerr, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Kerr, Missouri are Novel Place Blue Springs, Riverstone Retirement Community and The Fountains at Greenbriar. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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