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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Prater, MO
The cost of independent living in Prater is about $3,891 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 122 options. Read 1907 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 O'Fallon, Chesterfield and Festus.
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Located in a scenic environment, Tannous Loving Care Senior Living in Waterloo, Monroe County, Illinois provides independent living for seniors. In this peaceful and quiet neighborhood, seniors get to have a peace of mind along with the freedom to do whatever they want provided they achieve...
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My mother is in independent living for now and she loves living there. It was an easy transition from her previous home to DeSmet Retirement. The staff is very friendly and caring about their residents.
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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.
DeSmet Retirement Community is a non-profit housing community offering assisted care and independent living for seniors. As one of over 160 properties owned and operated by Retirement Housing Foundation (RHF), we strive to carry out the RHF mission of providing quality housing at an affordable...
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The rolling hills of Missouri are the perfect home to the warm and friendly atmosphere of the Bridge at Florissant. Situated in the suburbs of St. Louis, the community offers urban accessibility, state-of-the-art amenities, and the time of your life. The community itself is surrounded by greenery...
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Charles Gardens was such a welcoming community right from the start. The staff and the residents were so friendly and helpful to my family and my mom. They are really great to my mom and they watch out for...
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An independent living community located in Fairview Heights, IL, Charles Gardens is situated on a green and lush plot of land, perfect for walking and relaxing. Fairview Heights is a part of St. Clair County. In addition to the eleven acres of land we are on, there are also sitting areas and...
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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, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of independent living in Prater, MO
The average cost of senior living in Prater is $3,891 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Augusta, MO with an average of $3,844 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Prater
Recent reviews for independent living in Prater
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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Keystone Place at Richland Creek in O'Fallon, IL
5.0
So happy with Keystone!! It is the best independent living, assisted living, and memory I have seen in the area. The facility is just beautiful, and there is so much to do. But it is the quality of the people who work there and take care of your loved one who make the difference. There is so ...
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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
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Warm and friendly staff and residents. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of both the staff and residents at various communities. For instance, at Brookdale Creve Coeur, the staff are described as having a warm and helpful attitude, while residents are warm and accepting of newcomers. Additionally, residents at ...
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Variety of activities for socializing. Reviews frequently highlight the wide range of activities offered by communities, often mentioning movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and resident-organized activities such as bridge and poker. For example, at Avalon Park Independent Living, residents enjoy a multitude of activit ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are consistent themes in the reviews, with residents praising the cleanliness of their private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails. At Garden Villas of O'Fallon, the facilities are described as being well-maintained and always clean, ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers and staff members, enabling residents to feel at ease and well cared for. For instance, at St Pauls Senior Community, staff go the extra mile to help residents with their daily needs and make the transition to the community as smoo ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Holiday Briarcrest Estates, for example, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that residents look forward to every meal.
Close proximity to essential services and amenities. Many reviews emphasize the convenience of being close to essential services and amenities, such as hospitals, medical doctors, and shopping areas. At Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights, the location to Mercy Hospital and medical doctors and facilities is a major selling point for families.
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Prater independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Prater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Prater, 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 Prater 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 Prater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Prater, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Prater 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 Prater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Prater, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Prater 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 Prater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.9%
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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 Prater, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 122 independent living facilities near Prater, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Prater, 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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