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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Plad, MO
The cost of independent living in Plad is about $3,365 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 399 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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9.9
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28 reviews
I really can't say enough about Turner's Rock. Initially my parents were in the assisted living section and after my mother passed away my dad had to move to the independent living side. The staff made sure...
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.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.
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9.9
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21 reviews
I like that the independent living condos are separate and since there are relatively few (20ish) the residents can feel that they are part of a smaller community. I would recommend the condos at The...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Gardens, a Bethesda Senior Living Community is a non-profit, faith- based independent retirement living community that has been located in southwest Springfield, Missouri since 2001. This retirement community has everything active seniors are looking for and great customer service provided by...
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55 Floor plans available
9.8
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121 reviews
Dad loved Iron Bridge but unfortunately moved out in [date removed] due to declining health and need for more care We like that it is Friendly family like
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.
Put a spring in your step at The Waterford at Ironbridge. Our community offers exceptional Independent Living services in Springfield, Missouri. From thoughtfully designed floor plans to the world-class service and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may just find that we have...
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9.5
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8 reviews
I'm most impressed with the staff. Everyone I've had contact with, from the General Manager, Community Relations Director, Maintenance Supervisor, Dining Room and Housekeeping staff - every single one was...
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.
Located in the Southwest area of Springfield, our brand-new community offers quality senior living at its best. Mission Ridge senior living offers independent retirement living, assisted living and memory care. We feature spacious private apartments and stunning amenities.Our community is...
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9.4
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83 reviews
Staff is very un friendly. Food is low quality. Portions are small. Just because they are seniors doesn't mean they have to watch their weight. Some still have their teeth. Some of the services that were...
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 Cambridge Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Conveniently nestled within four manicured acres in downtown Springfield, you'll enjoy a beautiful, peaceful home in the heart of it all. Residents have easy access to all the shopping, golf,...
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9.1
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18 reviews
The township really gets memory care. They met my mom where she was every day in the disease with love and hope. They helped her with her growing needs each day with kindness and allowed her to live with...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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33 reviews
The apartments are nice (I guess that comes under "clean") the atrium is pretty, gives a sense of spaciousness! The on your own activities like the library and the exercise area are not stuck off in ...
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.
Live the good life at The Montclair, offering Independent Living services in Springfield, Missouri. From thoughtfully designed floor plans to world-class service and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may just find that we have thought of everything. Each of our floor plan...
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9.0
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10 reviews
The facility is beautiful and the staff is superb!! My mom has made many new friends as well. An excellent place for my mom. Apartment size is perfect. Many amenities include ride every Sunday to church,...
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.
Experience the highest standard of living available to retirees in Southwest Missouri. At the Preston, life is one long, never-ending vacation, with amenities specifically designed to cater not only to your needs, but unique interests. Enjoy our wide selection of programs, daily five-star dining,...
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8.4
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51 reviews
The caregivers provided excellent care for my dad and were genuinely concerned about his well-being. The food was delicious and the ability to order from a menu was a plus for my dad. The environment was...
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.
The Fremont Senior Living is a Continuum of Care community offering Independent Apartments and Patio Homes, Assisted Living Level Two Suites, and a Memory Care Cottage. The Fremont is a locally owned and operated community that has been providing the highest level of customer service and care to...
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8.0
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7 reviews
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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7.5
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9 reviews
They were so welcoming and thoughtful. Beautiful grounds and different level of options for living situation from individual homes, duplexes, apartment living, assisted living if needed, rehab, nursing home....
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.
Opening in mid 2016, Ingram Mill Villa's is Springfield's Premier 55+ Luxury Lifestyle! 1 and 2 bedroom villas with hardwood floors, granite counter tops and space galore will be just among the few features that you will love about this community! The Villas are part of The Wooten Company, which...
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She's pleased with North Park Village & Cottages. It is very clean. All the staff seems really helpful. I ate all the meals there and the staff is good about observing everyone. There are so few 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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at NorthPark Village.Our staff is trained in “spoiling” our residents with our Hometown Hospitality way of life. We pride ourselves in providing excellent care in...
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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The Baptist Home community had over a year wait list because it was so good, we called them explaining our loved ones situation at her previous community which was so bad and they moved us in within a month....
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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Cost of independent living in Plad, MO
The average cost of senior living in Plad is $3,365 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Preston, MO with an average of $2,079 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Plad, MO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Plad, MO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Plad vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in Plad
Recent reviews for independent living in Plad
The Township Senior Living in Battlefield, MO
4.1
Friendly, helpful staff. Nice facility. Visit twice weekly and consistent care and experience.
I would recommend them to others looking.
Maranatha Village, Inc in Springfield, MO
3.8
The quality of the housing seems to be very good. It's a new and updated facility, and the apartment size offerings are very good, especially given the price of the rent. The availability of activities has been pretty good, given Covid throwing a wrench in everything. But they're kind of ...
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The Fremont Senior Living in Springfield, MO
4.7
We do think the meals and dining service is pretty good, but right now due to covid the food is being delivered to their rooms. The community has a calendar that lists activities for the residents, and there seems to always be a good amount of things for the residents to do.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff and residents. Residents and families frequently mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff and residents at various communities, such as The Waterford at Ironbridge, where they feel their loved ones are treated like family. Everyone goes out of their way to make newcomers feel welcome.
Variety of activities and social opportunities. Communities like Turners Rock Senior Living Community offer an extensive range of activities to encourage socializing and stimulate residents' minds and bodies. Activities include movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more.
Clean and updated living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as The Cambridge Senior Living, where both private rooms and common areas are maintained to a high standard. Renovations and updates are common to keep the facilities modern.
Safety and security features. Safety is a top priority for communities like The Gardens Independent Living, with features like 24-hour security, emergency response systems, and assisted living options available for those needing extra care. These measures allow residents and their families to have peace of mind.
Delicious and diverse meal options. Residents often comment on the quality of the food at communities, such as The Waterford at Ironbridge, where the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences. Meals are a highlight, with a variety of choices and often made from scratch.
Personalized care and attention. Communities like The Waterford at Ironbridge are praised for their individualized care and attention to each resident's unique needs. Staff members are dedicated to ensuring that every resident feels valued and receives the care they deserve.
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Plad independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Plad independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Plad, 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 Plad 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 Plad partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Plad, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Plad 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 Plad communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Plad, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
62.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
56.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Plad 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 Plad offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Plad, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
68.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
68.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
56.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.8%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Turners Rock Senior Living Community, The Gardens Independent Living and The Waterford at Ironbridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Plad, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 18 independent living facilities near Plad, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Plad, Missouri are The Waterford at Ironbridge and The Cambridge Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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