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10 Best Nursing Homes in Ponder, MO
Ponder is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 30 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Ponder, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Ponder is about $3,548, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 12 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Success, Pocahontas and East Pocahontas.
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4 reviews
I think I would tell them for sure. On a short term stay like my mom who was doing respite care it was a good place. I picked it because a place for Mom suggested it, and they had an opening.
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.
Sunshine ManorNestled in the heart of the northeastern corner of Arkansas, Paragould provides residents of Sunshine Manor with small town charm combined with urban amenities and abundant natural beauty. Paragould offers significant historic ambiance as long term landmarks have been restored...
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I have lived here since opening day and have made many friends. I think that if your loved one would give it a try they would love it. We have many activities with volunteers who come in. We also have a blue...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Cedarhurst of West Plains will be home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 21 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of West Plains strives to be the...
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1 review
I have already sent a review in and there are a few things I do not understand. In your statement about how you provide for your clients. I see a lot of things that you say you have I have not witnessed...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Cedargate is located in Poplar Bluff, MO. This community offers multiple levels of care, depending on the individual needs. The residents will enjoy the benefits of staff dedicated to serving their individual needs at any time, day or night. Cedargate provides three nutritious meals a day,...
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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.
The Chateau on the Ridge assisted living community is located in beautiful Paragould, AR. This area is known for its small town charm and great amenities. There are several places to shop and eat around the Paragould area. For the nature lovers out there, Paragould, AR has a number of hiking...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Because no two people are alike there are not one-size-fits-all situations, we offer the residents a variety of services and care options that provide solutions for today and security for changesthat develop tomorrow. We treat every individual according to their personal needs, and will adapt our...
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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.
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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.
Welcome to StoneBridge Senior Living Community in Pocahontas, AR. Located in the foothills of the Ozarks in Randolph County, we offer assisted living accommodations in a friendly small-town community. Private apartments, restaurant style dining, activities and outings are just a few of the...
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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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at RiverMist.RiverMist is located on West Maud Street in beautiful Poplar Bluff, MO. Situated in Southeast Missouri midway between St. Louis, MO and Memphis, TN,...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Americare’s communities offer person-centered skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Resident needs and preferences take priority over work routines and standardized procedures. When you visit an Americare skilled nursing community you’ll see the difference. When you need a level of care...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
When you think "nursing home," what usually comes to mind is a place for people who need long-term medical care. That's true of our nursing home, but we also offer short-term help for people who just need to get back on their feet after an illness or injury. Whatever your specific needs, our goal...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Assisted 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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Ponder, MO
The average cost of senior living in Ponder is $3,548 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eminence, MO with an average of $2,349 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Ponder
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Ponder
Sunshine Manor in Paragould, AR
4.0
Sunshine Manor is a nice facility, the rooms well equipped, basic care needs are usually taken care of. Most of the staff members are friendly, but with anywhere, a few are not as friendly. Any issues that I've taken to the owner have been resolved quickly. Overall I think it is a good ...
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Cedarhurst of West Plains
4.8
My family has checked in different states and the cost is about the same. Cedarhurst of West Plains is a newer facility than the ones they have looked at! I have made several friends here at Cedarhurst.
Ponder nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponder nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponder, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Ponder nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Ponder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ponder, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.7%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ponder nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Ponder Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ponder, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ponder nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ponder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponder, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ponder nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ponder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponder, MONational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponder nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Ponder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponder, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
26.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
0.4%
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Sunshine Manor, Cedarhurst of West Plains and Cedargate are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Ponder, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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