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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oakland, MO
The cost of independent living in Oakland is about $3,812 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 45 options. Read 601 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Louis, St. Charles and O'Fallon.
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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: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Moved into a two bedroom apartment with beautiful lake view in mid-November. [Name removed] the Residency Director was very helpful in answering questions and making each resident feel that their needs were...
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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.
Cape Albeon offers retirement and assisted living opportunities for seniors. A distinctive and charming senior living community, Cape Albeon, offers numerous amenities including an indoor pool and fitness area, activity centers, restaurant-style dining, a library, and an on-site beauty salon. A...
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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: 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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We are very content and happy here. I have not been able to find anything to critique that they can improve on. They are doing an excellent job!
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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.
Since opening in 1988, The Gatesworth, a pioneer in providing area seniors with a wide variety of quality services in a warm residential environment, has won numerous local and national awards, including being named one of the "Nation's Top 10 Retirement Communities" by Forbes Magazine.With...
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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: 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: 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: 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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Everything is going well for my brother since his move to this community. I'am satisfied with the care and everything they have done for us. He is doing very good. They have a pleasant staff, they have been...
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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The facility is beautiful and well run. These people are very competent and when faced with a problem, will try so hard to find a solution. The community is warm and welcoming, so important after...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Rosemont Senior Living Centre simplifies retirement living. We take care of the cooking, shopping, and cleaning, so you can focus on the things that are truly important to you. Not only will you have the time to pursue your own interests, you will also make new friends, share laughter, and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Oakland, MO
The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $3,812 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Green Park, MO with an average of $3,801 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakland, MO vs. nearby cities
Oakland, MO
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakland, MO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakland vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Oakland, MO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Oakland
Recent reviews for independent living in Oakland
Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO
4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Veronica Place in Florissant, MO
5.0
this is a first class place. excellent for the amount you pay.
the only complaint is the consistency of the food quality. it all depends on who is cooking from day to day
Lutheran Convalescent Home in Webster Groves, MO
5.0
After an extensive search, I realize Lutheran Senior Services' Laclede Groves retirement community in Webster Groves offers the best Life Plan facility in the St. Louis area. I'm experiencing the high level of quality of life and care that all seniors hope to experience in their retirement. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents at communities like Brookdale Creve Coeur and Garden Villas South, creating a sense of family and community.
Varied and engaging activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at communities, such as movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more, as noted in reviews for Brookdale Creve Coeur and Holiday Orchid Terrace.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Throughout reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are consistently mentioned as priorities, with residents at communities like Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights and Holiday Briarcrest Estates expressing satisfaction with the pristine living spaces and regularly scheduled maintenance.
Accessible and responsive staff. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication from staff members at communities like Crestview Senior Living and Holiday Orchid Terrace, allowing them to stay informed and ensure their loved ones' care needs are being met.
Delicious and varied meal options. Reviews consistently praise the quality food at communities, with residents at places like Brookdale Creve Coeur and Crestview Senior Living expressing enjoyment and appreciation for the chef's accommodations of dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Thoughtful and individualized care. Many reviews mention the accommodating and attentive nature of caregivers at various communities, as described in reviews for Crestview Senior Living and Clarendale Clayton, making daily tasks easier and safer for residents and their families.
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Oakland independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland 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
13.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
17.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.9%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.2%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland 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 Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
31.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland 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 Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Regency Manor, Avalon Park Independent Living and Crestview Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oakland, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 45 independent living facilities near Oakland, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oakland, Missouri are Avalon Park Independent Living, Crestview Senior Living and Clarendale of St. Peters. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Oakland
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- Clayton, Missouri
- Fairview Heights, Illinois
- Arnold, Missouri
- Webster Groves, Missouri
- Kirkwood, Missouri
- Creve Coeur, Missouri
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