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10 Best Independent Living Communities in California, MO

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
TigerPlace is an exciting new concept in community living for seniors that has been developed as a collaboration between Americare and the University of Missouri’s Sinclair School of Nursing. Our intimate community just minutes from campus, offers both one and two-bedroom apartments complete...
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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.
We believe that smaller is better, and personal touches go a long way. After all, it's the little things in life that count. TigerPlace in Columbia, MO offers a place where you get to know your neighbors and everything you need is easily within reach. TigerPlace offers independent living for...
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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.
Services provided at no additional cost:Private room and private bath3 nutritious meals per day and snacksMedication administration including insulin administrationHousekeeping servicesLaundry serviceActivitiesOur company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our first...
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It's so hard to pick a care center for a loved one. I'm so glad I went with KCSL for my mom. The nurses who worked with my mom and our family went out of their way to make us feel like we all belonged...
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
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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
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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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: 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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Cost of independent living in California, MO

The average cost of senior living in California is $2,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Barnett, MO with an average of $2,393 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in California, MO vs. nearby cities

California, MO
$2,974/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in California, MO vs. the state and national average

California, MO
$2,974/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in California vs. other types of senior living

$4,894/mo
Independent Living
$2,974/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in California, MO by room type

Studio
$2,468/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,877/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,527/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in California over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in California

Recent reviews for independent living in California

Essex of Sedalia

5.0
The staff's very friendly and knowledgeable

Heisinger Bluffs in Jefferson City, MO

5.0
I have a dear friend at Heisinger Bluffs in Assisted Living. She often talks about how she is so happy she moved to Heisinger Bluffs. She loves her spacious apartment and often comments on the kindness, professionalism, and expertise of the staff. She thinks the food is exceptional and much ...
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Bristol Manor of Sedalia

5.0
My mom cannot stop talking about how much this place means to her

California independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in California independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in California, 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 California 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 California partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
California, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in California 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 California communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
California, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
15.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in California 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 California offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
California, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
24.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
21.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
12.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ashbury Heights of Fayette, Lenoir Woods and Bristol Manor of Stover are the top-rated independent living facilities near California, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 38 independent living facilities near California, Missouri. See the full list.

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