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1919 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
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I love living at Turners Rock. It is very comfortable and homey. The staff and residents are great and we have lots of fun together. Every day is a happy day and I just love being here. I have met some...
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.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.
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44 Photos available
9.9
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35 reviews
9.9
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35 reviews
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I moved to Mission Ridge from out of state over a year ago and I've had a very good experience. I've met a lot of wonderful people and feel welcome here. I've made so many friends. The 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.
Located in the Southwest area of Springfield, our brand-new community offers quality senior living at its best. Mission Ridge senior living offers independent retirement living, assisted living and memory care. We feature spacious private apartments and stunning amenities.Our community is...
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22 Photos available
8.6
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21 reviews
8.6
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21 reviews
5 star
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5 for all. Extremely satisfying. What we like the most about the community is the people, the compassion, and the cleanliness.
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.
Century Pines Assisted Living is located in the beautiful neighborhoods of Ozark, MO. Century Pines is situated on a picturesque terrain, and the ambient landscapes that stretch far and beyond are set to give our residents a wonderful place to call home. When you visit Century Pines, your view...
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11 Floor plan available
8.5
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15 reviews
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15 reviews
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The staff is just wonderful! They were so pleasant and took such good care of my mom! They always had time to talk to her if she wanted to talk. Everything was spotless! Her room was always clean and the...
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.
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1212 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.4
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8.4
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5 on all of them. We are very happy. What we like the most about The Bungalows at Springfield East community is the cleanliness, the décor, the friendliness of staff and residents. Everyone seems happy.
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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She's pleased with North Park Village & Cottages. It is very clean. All the staff seems really helpful. I ate all the meals there and the staff is good about observing everyone. There are so few residents...
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 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 NorthPark Village.Our staff is trained in “spoiling” our residents with our Hometown Hospitality way of life. We pride ourselves in providing excellent care in...
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Our mother had a medical emergency that ended in her needing an assisted living facility. We were thrilled to find Essex of Ozark was able accommodate us on short notice. They were incredibly helpful,...
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.
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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The Baptist Home community had over a year wait list because it was so good, we called them explaining our loved ones situation at her previous community which was so bad and they moved us in within a month....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Zenar, MO

The average cost of senior living in Zenar is $3,892 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Niangua, MO with an average of $3,143 per month.

Assisted living costs in Zenar, MO, vs. nearby cities

Zenar, MO
$3,892/mo
$3,892/mo

Assisted living costs in Zenar, MO, vs. state and national averages

Zenar, MO
$3,892/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Zenar, MO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,892/mo
$4,858/mo

Assisted living costs in Zenar, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,213/mo
Studio
$4,231/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,172/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,850/mo

Senior living costs in Zenar 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: Zenar, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeZenar, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$3,892/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,858/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,171/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Zenar, MO:$3,892/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Zenar, MO:$4,858/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Zenar, MO:$3,171/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Zenar, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Zenar 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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Assisted living cost trends in Zenar, MO

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Zenar 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
Zenar, MO$4,086/mo$3,730/mo+9.5%
Missouri$4,848/mo$4,717/mo+2.8%
National$5,062/mo$4,710/mo+7.5%
Zenar, MO
2024 average cost:$4,086/mo
2023 average cost:$3,730/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$4,848/mo
2023 average cost:$4,717/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,062/mo
2023 average cost:$4,710/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Zenar, 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 Zenar.

What families are saying about assisted living in Zenar

Recent reviews for assisted living in Zenar

Essex of Ozark

5.0
I am happy with the care from the staff at this community. This is a smaller community. The community offers a lot of great meals that are home cooked. The community is clean and a nice positive environment. I like that she is happy with they have a dog for her to enjoy. I would highly recommend ...
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Lakewood - Assisted Living By Americare in Springfield, MO

5.0
This was not an easy decision to make. Not at all. We cared for my mother for a few years at home but wandering in the middle of the night started and it became a safety issue for my mother. Having toured several facilities in the Springfield Missouri area, both my sister and I agreed that the ...
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Ravenwood and Arbors at Ravenwood in Springfield, MO

5.0
Ravenwood is definitely the perfect place for Mom. Since moving in she has been very happy and made plenty of friends. She enjoys playing bingo and my sisters go to visit her often. I've heard no complaints about the food and the cook is such an awesome person! Since moving in my sisters have ...
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Zenar review score based on 45 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 45 reviews of 8 Zenar assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Zenar review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Zenar review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Zenar, MO8 facilities
7.2
Fordland, MO16 facilities
8.9
Rogersville, MO8 facilities

Review subcategories for Zenar assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 45 reviews of 8 Zenar assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Zenar resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Zenar, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.1
Friendliness
4.8
4.2
Care services
4.8
3.8
Staff
4.8
4.1
Meals & dining
4.8
3.7
Activities
4.8
3.7
Value for cost*
4.7
3.8
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Zenar assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zenar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zenar, 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 Zenar 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 Zenar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Zenar, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Zenar 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 Zenar Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Zenar, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Zenar 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 Zenar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Zenar, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Zenar 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 Zenar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Zenar, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Zenar 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 Zenar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Zenar, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Zenar

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Zenar protect seniors.
Learn about Missouri assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Turners Rock Senior Living Community, Mission Ridge and Century Pines are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Zenar, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near Zenar, Missouri. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Zenar, Missouri is Mission Ridge. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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