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Photo of Cedarhurst of Lebanon
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I literally can not put into words how much we loved Cedarhurst for our Mom !! From the moment we walked through the doors to tour the facility.. We knew this was the perfect place to make our mom her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
We started Cedarhurst of Lebanon to provide truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Assisted Living or Memory Care, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate amenities,...
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We have now had to move our loved one to a nursing home, but while she was at the Essex community they were wonderful. If I could give them a 10 plus I would. They were great. They're administrator was...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost:Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Our experience was really positive. Our loved one enjoyed her stay there. In fact, she enjoyed it enough that after we picked her up, she expressed an interest in going back to visit the people she had met...
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.
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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 NorthRidge Place.NorthRidge Place is located on Lynn Street in beautiful Lebanon, MO. Lebanon is home to many unique shops and attractions, including antiques,...
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The staff at Oak Pointe of Rolla are very caring. I feel like I don't have to worry too much that my dad's needs are being met. Overall, we are pretty happy with everything. On the weekends and evenings it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Oak Pointe of Rolla is a 52-apartment senior living community that was intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older adults. With both assisted living and memory care services, residents have their choice of purposefully designed studio and one-bedroom private apartments, which include...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
When you visit Parkside, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments and one bedroom suites....
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Clara, MO

The average cost of senior living in Clara is $3,540 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eminence, MO with an average of $2,349 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clara, MO vs. nearby cities

Clara, MO
$3,540/mo
$3,608/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clara, MO vs. the state and national average

Clara, MO
$3,540/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clara vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,540/mo
$5,566/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Clara, MO by room type

Studio
$5,225/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,604/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,500/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Clara over time

Clara, MOMO stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Clara, MO

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Clara.

What families are saying about assisted living in Clara

Recent reviews for assisted living in Clara

Cedarhurst of Lebanon

5.0
We cannot comment on the activities because we did not participate in them although they were offered to the residents. We have been so impressed with the community overall....we would even pick this community to live here ourselves when the time comes!! We have also recommend Cedarhurst of ...
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Essex of Lebanon

4.0
overall the facility is nice, modern, and up to date. The food is good and they provide a great diet. The admin was a little rigid but the main concern is the safety of their residence. My brother received good care while there.

Clara assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clara assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clara, 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 Clara assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Clara that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clara, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clara assisted living

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 Clara Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clara, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clara assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Clara partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clara, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Clara assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Clara communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clara, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clara assisted 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 assisted living communities in Clara offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clara, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Clara

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Clara protect seniors.

Learn about Missouri Assisted Living regulations

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Cedarhurst of Lebanon, Essex of Lebanon and Salem Residential Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Clara, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 28 assisted living facilities near Clara, Missouri. See the full list.

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