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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Vera, MO
The cost of independent living in Vera is about $4,160 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 514 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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9.8
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49 reviews
The facility is beautiful and welcoming. The staff is also welcoming. Never have I entered the facility without being welcome and greeted by name. They do a wonderful job of getting to know the residents by...
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.
Clarendale of St. Peters senior living community offers extraordinary independent living, assisted living, and memory care all under one roof. Service-rich, yet as comfortable and welcoming as a friendly village, Clarendale of St. Peters keeps you connected to the people and places you love most...
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9.6
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111 reviews
It's the best place and a great price for Independent Living or Assisted Living. We picked this community because my in laws were there and we had a great experience.
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.
About the communityGarden Villas of O’Fallon Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a...
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9.2
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12 reviews
Caregivers friendly and helpful. I chose this facility because it allows personal freedom while still meeting needs of the individual. The staff and other residents have been wonderful helping her get...
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.
Curtis Creek Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated in the beautiful east end of Quincy, you'll enjoy the hometown charm of this comfortable city on the banks of the Mississippi. We're close to all the things that make life great — shopping,...
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9.2
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41 reviews
Each category gets a 5! It is a family run facility and all decisions are made locally, you don't have to wait for clearance from corporate. Apartment sizes are about 1,000 square feet. 3 meals served a...
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 Beginning... Mary Ann Huber had a vision: to provide an inviting place for residents to enjoy their friends, their families, and their independence. In 1981, Mary Ann's vision became reality with the completion of Twin Oaks Estate in O'Fallon, Missouri. After working together for 19 years,...
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Staff and residents are very friendly. Staff very helpful. The apartments are also a great size. I would recommend Park Place Living at Winghaven to others looking.
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.
Park Place Senior Living at WingHaven is truly a unique community! We offer Independent Apartment Homes and a state licensed Assisted Living. We are nestled in the community of WingHaven, close to shopping, restaurants, and more. What makes us different is our exceptional...
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27 reviews
Very,very good staff, polite, helpful, caring.... residents look after each other. Alway neat and clean. Highly recommend using this facility. The food is excellent and the serving staff is wonderful...
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.
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I feel comfortable with my parents at Teal Lakes. I feel they are safe and well cared for, especially now when I can not see them daily due to the quarantine . The staff has been great with communication and...
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.
When you have made the decision that assisted living is the right choice for you or someone you love, you'll find a loving welcome home at Teal Lake. All the help you need is right here. Assisted living at Teal Lake in Mexico, MO includes personal assistance available 24 hours a day. Whether it's...
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They're wonderful. They take very good care of my loved one. And they have bent over backwards to help us. It's not easy placing a family member. Plus she has dementia, which makes it more difficult. ...
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.
Village Center Care of Wentzville offers seniors an assisted living community that feels like home. This community is located in America's heartland. The city of Wentzville has much to offer, including hometown friendliness and charm. Those who enter the city, whether to visit or to become...
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My mom is taking more steps and she went from barely able to stand up to 60 total steps. They are a well-run organization. We are happy with the care she is getting and her progress.
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.
As Missouri’s first Green House Project community, Cottages of Lake St. Louis brings a proven and innovative approach to short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing, as well as serving Elders with memory needs. In our six ten-person houses, each Elder has a private bedroom and...
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We are very impressed with where our loved one is at, the appearance and the smell of the community really stood out to us. As an inspector for the state, we could tell the maintenance team is on top of...
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Vera, MO
The average cost of senior living in Vera is $4,160 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ashburn, MO with an average of $2,722 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vera, MO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vera, MO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vera vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Vera, MO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Vera
Recent reviews for independent living in Vera
Garden Villas of O'Fallon
5.0
It was my dad's choice to move to Garden Villas of O'Fallon! He is very familiar with the area.
He is in independent living and all has worked out well! He tells me that he really likes participating in the activities that they have provided.
Curtis Creek Senior Living in Quincy, IL
5.0
The food is amazing with lots of choices! We picked this community because of the nice apartments, housekeeper, and three meals.
Village Center Care of Wentzville
5.0
This is a very homelike atmosphere. Clean and staff are so caring to my mother. She loves her room as it is very large and has a nice bathroom. The activity director is a sweetheart and my mom loves the outtrips. I'm so happy she has such a nice home.
Vera independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vera independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vera, 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 Vera 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 Vera partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vera, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Vera 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 Vera communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vera, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vera 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 Vera offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vera, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clarendale of St. Peters, Garden Villas of O'Fallon and Curtis Creek Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Vera, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 16 independent living facilities near Vera, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Vera, Missouri are Clarendale of St. Peters and Garden Villas of O'Fallon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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