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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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66 reviews
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. It is fairly new and the decor is lovely and the people are very friendly. I felt at home right away. We do a lot of activities in the community and are always welcome.
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.
Affordable conveniences re-imagined for those 55 years and better.More amenities usually means more money in independent living, but at Novel Place you don't have to give up your entire life savings to get the conveniences you desire. Your monthly rent includes dining, light housekeeping,...
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9.3
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34 reviews
9.3
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34 reviews
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Care staff wonderful, administrative personnel are not as communicative as they should be. Beautiful facility. I would recommend.
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 Princeton Senior Living is Lee’s Summit’s premier senior living community. Spend your days enjoying great company and staying active – instead of doing household chores. Try brand new things, enjoy your favorite hobbies, and welcome friends and neighbors excited to share your passion for...
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9.2
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74 reviews
9.2
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74 reviews
5 star
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The staff is quite amazing. It is nice that they have an in-house physician dedicated to AL & MC. We were able to do Hospice in her apartment. Very nice that John Knox has varied levels of care available. ...
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.
Since it was established a little more than 40 years ago, John Knox Village has been the leading continuing care retirement community in the Midwest. Situated on a 420-acre campus in Lee's Summit, Mo., the Village is now home to more than 1,800 residents who enjoy a wide array of residential and...
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9.2
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62 reviews
9.2
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62 reviews
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The Parkway Senior living is a very good place for seniors. My mom is in independent living, where both staff and residents are very friendly and interactive with one another. There are a variety 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.
Opened in 2015 - The Parkway Senior Living Community is the first continuing care community in the Blue Springs, Missouri area. The Parkway is designed for the convenience and satisfaction of residents. All services and amenities are provided with attentiveness and professionalism to ensure...
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9.1
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70 reviews
9.1
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70 reviews
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We find there is a lot of value here. My mom is treated very well. They have an onsite doctor and 24 hour care for hire. We couldn't be more happy with the Fountains! They have shopping trips and...
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.
The Fountains at Greenbriar offers extraordinary rental retirement living in a quaint, suburban setting that is ideally located to all the area has to offer. Improve your swing at a nearby golf course. Enjoy a dinner theater performance in Kansas City. Explore the collections of fine art at area...
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77 Floor plans available
8.6
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86 reviews
8.6
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86 reviews
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They've changed management since we first moved her in. Since then, I don't think it's as clean as it used to be. It seems to need some maintenance cleaning, like deep cleaning the carpets, etc. But the...
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.
Enjoy life on easy street at Solstice Senior Living at Lee’s Summit, where our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care professionals and our proximity to St. Luke’s...
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8.5
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14 reviews
8.5
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14 reviews
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The manager went above and beyond to help me get my daughter situated and settled in. The meals are healthy and well prepared. The managers there,check on her. They have activities daily, some housekeeping...
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.
Living at Elliott Place gives our residents every opportunity to keep active, stay involved and age gracefully. Enhance your lifestyle while taking advantage of the great Opportunities Elliott Place Retirement Community offers! Home Cooked Meals Our chefs plan meals that are similar to ones that...
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7.5
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80 reviews
7.5
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80 reviews
5 star
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We picked this community, because of the central to family members and price and cleanliness. The experience is good. They offer breakfast through the week, activities, lunch to purchase, trips to Walmart...
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.
The Gardens at Jackson Creek is an independent living community in Independence, MO. Independence is a part of Jackson County and is located just east of Kansas City, lying on the south bank of the Missouri River. Independence boasts many beautiful public parks and a rich frontier history. It's...
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6.8
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16 reviews
6.8
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16 reviews
5 star
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Excellent physical therapy department. Responsive medical staff. I love Dr. [name removed]. My mother's health has improved while living there. The facility is old, but a new director just hired and already...
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.
At The Groves, you’ll find we’re a community dedicated to your comfort and security. We’ll take care of the yard, the housekeeping, and the maintenance, leaving you free to do the things you choose to do! Feel carefree!We are located in Independence, MO-Harry Truman’s choice of retirement...
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Our parent has lived in the facility for years. We are pleased with the care our parent receives. The rooms are big plenty of room. The home cooked meals with big portions are appreciated. When we have...
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 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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They are professional. The staff is attentive. They are open to suggestions. They show care toward residents. It is clean and smells nice. The food is good. The room size is sufficient. The layout is nice.
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.

Cost of independent living in Jackson County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Jackson County is $3,552 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Levasy, MO with an average of $2,884 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jackson County, MO vs. nearby counties

Jackson County, MO
$3,552/mo

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

Jackson County, MO
$3,552/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

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

$5,734/mo
Independent Living
$3,552/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,853/mo
Studio
$3,595/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,528/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,729/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,449/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Jackson County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Jackson County

Recent reviews for independent living in Jackson County

Senior Star at Villa Ventura in Kansas City, MO

5.0
So far I'm very satisfied with Villa Ventura!!! I'm extremely pleased with [name removed] who set the expectation for the facility!!! She went over and beyond to accommodate getting my mom situated with limited notice. Most of the Interim Home Health staff are great as well. I'm grateful that ...
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Bristol Manor of Odessa

5.0
We like that this home has staff that has been there long term. It was one of the reasons we chose this home. After touring for several places and going back to some we found that management and staff were always changing. We were looking for a place where the staff stayed and we felt were ...
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The Fairways of Ironhorse in Leawood, KS

5.0
Locations is GREAT. We enjoy that there is quality in every aspect of the property. Office Mgmt is also superb. Love love [Name removed]... Few features my wife and I enjoy would be 24/7 help, exercise room (they have what I like to use), golf course (it's right there), and the great management ...
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Jackson County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jackson County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jackson County, 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 Jackson County 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 Jackson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jackson County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Jackson County 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 Jackson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jackson County, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jackson County 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 Jackson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jackson County, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
72.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
63.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
90.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Novel Place Overland Park, Novel Place Blue Springs and Town Village of Leawood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jackson County, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Jackson County, Missouri. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Jackson County, Missouri are Novel Place Overland Park, Novel Place Blue Springs and Town Village of Leawood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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