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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Platte Woods, MO
The cost of independent living in Platte Woods is about $3,722 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 356 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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9.6
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106 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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28 reviews
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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9.7
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86 reviews
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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9.2
Review score
30 reviews
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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8.9
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13 reviews
The staff has a high caring level and does an excellent job communicating with me. The housekeeping is dependable. Moving in was easy -- they provide large flat carts and luggage carriers that came in...
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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8.2
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4 reviews
I would say that no matter where a loved one lives that the family or one family member should definitely be involved on a regular basis. Especially someone who needs extra care. Like Alzheimer's. Some...
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.
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is a family owned and operated senior-living community that provides the full continuum of care. The McCrite family opened the original McCrite Plaza in 1975 in Topeka, KS and in December of 2013 opened their Kansas City location in the Northland. Nestled in the bluffs...
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8.2
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104 reviews
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...
8.0
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9 reviews
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.
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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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: 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, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Platte Woods, MO
The average cost of senior living in Platte Woods is $3,722 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tracy, MO with an average of $3,261 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Platte Woods
Recent reviews for independent living in Platte Woods
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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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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and caring staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff across different communities, like Holiday Garden Village, Tiffany Springs Senior Living, and Riverstone Retirement Community, where they go above and beyond to ensure residents are comfortable and well-cared for.
Variety of activities. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities available at their communities, including games, movies, music, religious services, and more, as noted in reviews for Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, Linden Woods Village, and Riverstone Retirement Community.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews highlight the importance of clean and updated living spaces, from apartments to common areas and outdoor gardens, as seen in reviews for Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, Linden Woods Village, and Riverstone Retirement Community.
Supportive and accommodating environment. Several residents share their appreciation for communities that cater to their individual needs and provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere, as expressed in reviews for Senior Star at Wexford Place, Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, and Riverstone Retirement Community.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Reviews consistently praise the nutritious and delicious food offered at various communities, with specific mentions of prime rib dinners, gourmet treats, and individualized meal accommodations in reviews for Riverstone Retirement Community and Holiday Garden Village.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families appreciate the open and frequent communication they receive from staff members about their loved ones' care and well-being, as noted in reviews for Holiday Garden Village, Linden Woods Village, and Riverstone Retirement Community.
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Platte Woods independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Platte Woods independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Platte Woods, 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 Woods 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 Woods partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Platte Woods, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Platte Woods 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 Woods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Platte Woods, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Platte Woods 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 Woods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Our Lady of Mercy Country Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Platte Woods, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Platte Woods, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Platte Woods, Missouri are Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Our Lady of Mercy Country Home. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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