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The cost of independent living in Platte Gardens is about $3,740 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 339 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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Photo of Riverstone Retirement Community
1515 Photos available
9.7
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86 reviews
9.7
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86 reviews
5 star
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5s across the board! Everyone is so friendly - staff and residents. Mom is very involved in activities. Meals are fantastic (especially the salad bar). Ability to ask for something off-menu is a plus....
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.
Riverstone Retirement is Kansas City’s Premier independent living community. Riverstone Retirement comprises apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Riverstone Retirement is an all-inclusive retirement...
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33 Photos available
9.8
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28 reviews
9.8
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28 reviews
5 star
85%
4 star
11%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
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They were always willing to help at Our Lady of Mercy. They did offer several activities, but my dad did not want to participate in most of them. The ones he did participate in, he liked. Dad passed away,...
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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2525 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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106 reviews
9.6
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106 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
28%
3 star
7%
2 star
3%
1 star
3%
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Friendliness of staff- 1 of the big draws for us, everyone with few exceptions very welcoming and friendly. Meals/dining - only true negative. Has deteriorated significantly since coming here. Probably...
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.
Welcome to Senior Star at Wexford Place! Wexford Place is an independent living, assisted living, and state-of-the-art memory support community located in the heart of "The Northland" in Kansas City, Miissouri. It's a community filled with friendship and lots of ways to enjoy a life full of...
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9.2
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30 reviews
9.2
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30 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
30%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
13%
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Everyone who works here is friendly and helpful. Their kindness is genuine, they are patient and do their best to solve any issue that arises. To be honest, since my husband died I don't go to lunch or...
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.
Tiffany Springs offers upscale, luxury senior living with a variety of care options.By locating independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation health care together on one campus in the Northland of Kansas City, we’re able to meet a variety of needs for individuals and...
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1616 Floor plans available
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8.2
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104 reviews
8.2
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104 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
30%
3 star
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2 star
3%
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This has been my first experience living in a senior living community. I have been here almost 6 months. All the current staff is very friendly. There have been many changes and a very big turnover in staff,...
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.
Garden Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping and linen...
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8.0
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9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
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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, 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.
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4 star
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2 star
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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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Cost of independent living in Platte Gardens, MO

The average cost of senior living in Platte Gardens is $3,740 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ridgely, MO with an average of $3,140 per month.

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

Platte Gardens, MO
$3,740/mo

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

Platte Gardens, MO
$3,740/mo
U.S. national average
$4,065/mo

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

$5,566/mo
Independent Living
$3,740/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,885/mo
Studio
$4,682/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,046/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,139/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Platte Gardens over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Platte Gardens

Recent reviews for independent living in Platte Gardens

Armour Oaks in Kansas City, MO

4.0
They are caring for my wife very well and I am pleased. The community looks great and very clean. The staff is nice and very helpful. There many activities for her to choose from. She enjoys the meals, the food tastes good. I am happy with this community and would recommend it.

Garden Villas of Lenexa

5.0
This community is much closer to me than the other places we saw. It is a very nice place and my mom is transitioning very well. She has been doing some activities and she has made some new friends too. Her room is a good size for her comfort and we get to see her often.

Shawnee Hills Senior Living

4.9
The staff cares for residents like their family, checking in on them if they miss meals and helping them adjust to their new homes. The facility is updated with tile floors and blue/gray tones that feel clean and soothing. If I were of an age, I'd stay there.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at the communities, such as at Holiday Garden Village, where they go above and beyond to ensure residents' comfort and happiness. At Tiffany Springs Senior Living, staff members are described as motivated to make residents f ...
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Variety of activities for socializing. Many reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered at the communities, like at Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, where residents enjoy a variety of activities, from daily mass to outings and games. At Riverstone Retirement Community, residents praise the frequent social events and opp ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Food is a major highlight for residents, as evidenced by numerous reviews. At Linden Woods Village, the welcome materials and delicious meals were noted as standout features. At Riverstone Retirement Community, the food is described as exceptional, with special treats and prime rib on Sunday ...
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Thorough and consistent communication. Clear communication between families and staff is highly valued in the reviews. At Senior Star at Wexford Place, the staff is praised for their informative responses to questions and their availability for updates on residents' care. At Riverstone Retirement Community, the concierges are qui ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents appreciate the individual care they receive at the communities. At Tiffany Springs Senior Living, the staff are described as respectful and accommodating, making transitions as easy as possible for seniors. At Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, the peaceful and tranquil environment al ...
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Scenic and secure living environments. The beautiful and secure settings of the communities are frequently mentioned in the reviews. At Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, the country setting with deer sightings and a lovely courtyard offers a sense of peace and relaxation. At Riverstone Retirement Community, the grounds and faciliti ...
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Platte Gardens independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Platte Gardens independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Platte Gardens, 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 Platte Gardens 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 Platte Gardens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Platte Gardens, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Platte Gardens 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 Platte Gardens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Platte Gardens, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Platte Gardens 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 Platte Gardens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Platte Gardens, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.7%
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Novel Place Overland Park, Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Riverstone Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Platte Gardens, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Platte Gardens, Missouri. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Platte Gardens, Missouri are Novel Place Overland Park, Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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