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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Medford, 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 Medford 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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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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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: 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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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.
Thank you for your interest in Claridge Court! We are a Life Care community, located in Prairie Village, Kansas. In response to your request, I am enclosing some basic information. I would encourage you to make a personal visit to our community to see firsthand the lifestyle enjoyed by over 170...
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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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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.
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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.
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...
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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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: 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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Medford, 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 Medford

Recent reviews for independent living in Medford

Essex of Sedalia

5.0
The staff's very friendly and knowledgeable

Senior Star at Villa Ventura in Kansas City, MO

5.0
So far I'm very satisfied with Villa Ventura!!! I'm extremely pleased with [name removed] who set the expectation for the facility!!! She went over and beyond to accommodate getting my mom situated with limited notice. Most of the Interim Home Health staff are great as well. I'm grateful that ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging and varied activities. Residents at various communities express their enjoyment of the diverse range of activities offered, including bingo, card games, book clubs, movie nights, restaurant and casino outings, and more. For instance, at Shawnee Hills Senior Living, activities like these make residents use their brai ...
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Thoughtful and attentive staff. Reviews highlight the kindness and helpfulness of staff members at different communities. At Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, staff go above and beyond to make transitions as smooth as possible for seniors. At The Reserve at Mission, the staff check on residents daily to ensure their safety a ...
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Clean and updated living spaces. Several reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as at Brookdale Overland Park 119th, where staff attend to housekeeping weekly and residents appreciate the spaciousness of their rooms. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, the facilities are meticulously maintained. Som ...
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Communication and transparency. Residents and their families appreciate clear and effective communication between staff and themselves at various communities, such as The Princeton Senior Living, where they are updated on any issues or care needs. At Solstice at Lee's Summit, staff maintain a policy of honesty and openness ...
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Meals and dining experiences. Quality meals and dining experiences are mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Town Village of Leawood, residents enjoy the variety and quality of the food, and the chef accommodates individual dietary restrictions and preferences. At Shawnee ...
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Friendly and inclusive community atmosphere. Adopting a warm and welcoming environment is a priority for many communities. At Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, staff and residents alike make newcomers feel at home. At The Reserve at Mission, residents appreciate the chance to make new friends and participate in social activities together ...
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Medford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Medford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Medford, 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 Medford 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 Medford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Medford, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
11.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Medford 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 Medford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54.8%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
58.1%
38.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Medford 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 Medford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Medford, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
64.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.1%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.2%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.1%
39.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.5%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
69.4%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
50%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
64.5%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.2%
47.5%
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Novel Place Blue Springs, Town Village of Leawood and Novel Place Overland Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Medford, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 67 independent living facilities near Medford, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Medford, Missouri are Novel Place Blue Springs, Novel Place Overland Park and Elliott Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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