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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Scruggs, MO

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 35 independent living facilities in Scruggs, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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zipAveragecost: $3,006

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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
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: 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: 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Scruggs, MO

The average cost of senior living in Scruggs is $3,006 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Russellville, MO with an average of $2,549 per month.

Independent living costs in Scruggs, MO, vs. nearby cities

Scruggs, MO
$3,006/mo
$2,995/mo

Independent living costs in Scruggs, MO, vs. state and national averages

Scruggs, MO
$3,006/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Scruggs, MO, vs. other senior living options

$4,574/mo
Independent Living
$3,006/mo

Independent living costs in Scruggs, MO, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,488/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,850/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,310/mo

Senior living costs in Scruggs 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: Scruggs, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeScruggs, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,006/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,425/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,574/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Scruggs, MO:$3,006/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Scruggs, MO:$3,425/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Scruggs, MO:$4,574/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Scruggs, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Scruggs 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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Independent living cost trends in Scruggs, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Scruggs 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
Scruggs, MO$2,451/mo$2,465/mo-0.5%
Missouri$3,030/mo$2,829/mo+7.1%
National$3,194/mo$3,045/mo+4.9%
Scruggs, MO
2024 average cost:$2,451/mo
2023 average cost:$2,465/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,030/mo
2023 average cost:$2,829/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,194/mo
2023 average cost:$3,045/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 Scruggs

Recent reviews for independent living in Scruggs

The Westbury Senior Living in Columbia, MO

4.8
I chose The Westbury because it was brand new in November when I moved in, I have a one bedroom apartment that was bigger than other facilities I checked into, and I just really liked the staff members. The staff is really excellent, I lived in a different facility before so I have something to ...
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Ashbury Heights of Laurie in Gravois Mills, MO

4.9
Admins change often - do your due diligence. But our experience has been very positive so far. My Mother enjoys being there and has others to talk and sit with.

Ashbury Heights of Fayette

4.0
My mother came to Ashbury when she could no longer live unassisted in her home. The move was very hard for her. Not only was she recovering from a broken hip, she also had to give up her independence and the privacy of her own home. The Ashbury staff helped her make this transition in a very ...
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Scruggs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scruggs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scruggs, 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 Scruggs 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 Scruggs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scruggs, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
63.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Scruggs 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 Scruggs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scruggs, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
13.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scruggs 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 Scruggs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
23.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ashbury Heights of Fayette, The Westbury Senior Living and Solstice Senior Living at Columbia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Scruggs, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 35 independent living facilities near Scruggs, Missouri. See the full list.
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