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The cost of independent living in Whiteside is about $4,420 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 45 options. Read 1208 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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My dad was hesitant to leave his home of 45 years. The staff and other residents have made him feel completely at home. He loves the activities, the exercise classes and the food! He tells me daily that the...
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.
For nearly 40 years the experienced staff at Gambrill Gardens Senior Community have been serving the seniors of West County St. Louis. We are proud of the excellent reputation our facility upholds due to the superior services and amenities we provide. Our convenient location in the heart of...
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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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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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Wonderful caring people, my spouse is thriving there and has become much more independent. Price for what you receive is fantastic. Highly recommend.
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.
Harvester Residential Care Inc. is dual licensed (Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Missouri Department of Mental Health) facility that conveniently located in the middle of family oriented residential neighborhood of St. Charles county, with easy access (less than 10-15...
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Overall the facility has a very comfortable feeling, clean fresh facility, friendly caring staff. The residents living there also make a difference. They really do care about each other.
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.
The Daughters of Charity of St.Vincent de Paul, Franciscan Sisters of Mary, Society of the Sacred Heart, School Sisters of Notre Dame, and the Sisters of Loretto founded the Sarah Community in 1997. Together, the sisters of these five congregations established a community where respect,...
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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
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 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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I would recommend community to others for your loved ones. My loved one appreciated the fact that the rooms have a full kitchen. They are having a hard time keeping the dining staff. My loved one likes...
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 Fountains of West County is a wonderful place to live!  We offer one and two bedroom senior living apartment homes.  Located at the intersection of Clayton and Clarkson, we are minutes from shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and more.  We've designed this community with you...
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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
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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
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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
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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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I went to Bayberry again today. The care was much better. They were helping the people eat that are not able to eat on there own. It definitely made me feel better.
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 two miles north of I-64 in St. Charles County, Breeze Park’s personal services and on-site conveniences help you lead an independent, stimulating lifestyle.Breeze Park is close to historic St. Charles, Lake St. Louis, and Chesterfield. Physicians, entertainment, churches, pharmacies, and...
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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.
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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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: 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
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.

Cost of independent living in Whiteside, MO

The average cost of senior living in Whiteside is $4,420 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Curryville, MO with an average of $3,469 per month.

Independent living costs in Whiteside, MO, vs. nearby cities

Whiteside, MO
$4,420/mo
$4,456/mo
$4,319/mo

Independent living costs in Whiteside, MO, vs. state and national averages

Whiteside, MO
$4,420/mo
U.S. national average
$4,259/mo

Independent living costs in Whiteside, MO, vs. other senior living options

$5,717/mo
Independent Living
$4,420/mo

Independent living costs in Whiteside, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,785/mo
Studio
$3,169/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,777/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,631/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,364/mo

Senior living costs in Whiteside vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Whiteside, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhiteside, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$4,420/mo$3,788/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living$4,569/mo$4,034/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$5,717/mo$5,519/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Whiteside, MO:$4,420/mo
Missouri:$3,788/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Whiteside, MO:$4,569/mo
Missouri:$4,034/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Whiteside, MO:$5,717/mo
Missouri:$5,519/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
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Independent living costs in Whiteside, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Whiteside and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Whiteside, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whiteside have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Whiteside, MO$3,547/mo$3,407/mo+4.1%
Missouri$3,061/mo$3,020/mo+1.3%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Whiteside, MO
2024 average cost:$3,547/mo
2023 average cost:$3,407/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,061/mo
2023 average cost:$3,020/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Whiteside

Recent reviews for independent living in Whiteside

EverTrue 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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Chesterfield Villas

4.8
This is an excellent experience for us and our loved one. It is very good here. The staff are extremely easy to work with. There is housekeeping and laundry service include in the fee per month. The food is good and our loved ones are pleased with it. Some of the activities available ...
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The Sarah Community in Bridgeton, MO

4.4
I moved here in 2017 and began Assisted Living, because my health was poor. The excellent care I got helped me get my health back and I moved to Independent Living. This is a caring and friendly community and I'm happy living here.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Creve Coeur, the staff remember new residents' names after just two days and make them feel at home. Residents and families alike praise the kindness and attentiveness of the s ...
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Variety of activities to suit different interests. Several communities offer a wide range of activities to cater to residents' diverse interests. At Brookdale Creve Coeur, residents enjoy organized activities such as bridge, poker, mah jongg, and movie nights, as well as resident-organized activities.
Comfortable and spacious living spaces. Reviews highlight the importance of comfortable and spacious living spaces for seniors. Families and residents at Brookdale Creve Coeur appreciate the apartment sizes and the opportunity to bring personal items to make their space feel like home.
Nutritious and delicious meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of food stands out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Brookdale Creve Coeur, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and preferences, making mealtimes a highlight of the day for many.
Secure and accessible community. Some families mention the importance of a secure and accessible community for their loved ones. At The Village at Riverwood, residents appreciate the ease of access to amenities, as well as the peace of mind that comes with the building's security features.
High-quality care for those in need. Residents and their families express gratitude for the excellent care provided to those in need at various communities, such as St. Catherine Retirement Community. Staff are praised for their attentiveness and dedication to the well-being of their residents.
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Whiteside independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whiteside independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whiteside, 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 Whiteside 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 Whiteside partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whiteside, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.9%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
53.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.5%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Whiteside 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 Whiteside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whiteside, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.5%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.3%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
65.9%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whiteside 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 Whiteside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whiteside, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
73.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.7%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.2%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.9%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
68.3%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.3%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
70.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
53.7%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
65.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.2%
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Garden Villas of O'Fallon, Avalon Park Independent Living and Creek Valley Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whiteside, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 45 independent living facilities near Whiteside, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Whiteside, Missouri are Garden Villas of O'Fallon, Avalon Park Independent Living and Clarendale of St. Peters. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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