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10 Best Nursing Homes in Pontiac, MO

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Pontiac, MO

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Photo of Cedarhurst of West Plains
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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Going to rate them a 5 in all groups. They are very good with mom. I would tell others to explain to the DON And RN as much information as you can about your family member. It helps them understand them...
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.
Cedarhurst of West Plains will be home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 21 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of West Plains strives to be the...
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Photo of Southern Meadows Senior Living
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9.1
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76 reviews
9.1
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76 reviews
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There was a 10% raise in rent in March. The food could be better. And the choices could be something more. The activities are more for the women than men. But they have probably 10 % men residents.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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Photo of The Bungalows at Branson Meadows
1010 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.8
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18 reviews
8.8
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5 star
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I would rate The Bungalows at Branson Meadows a 5 on all categories. The staff and facility have exceeded my expectations. I feel truly blessed that my mother is happy with her residence and care at The...
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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Photo of Century Pines
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
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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.
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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Photo of Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home
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22 Floor plans available
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PT was good for my body. Stroke in Jan. Right side of body was weak. PT strengthened my left knee and arm. My right knee some better. Rec Center is great place if you need therapy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Wedgewood has been a very good experience for my dad as well as myself. Very down home family environment. Only issues have been in relation to change in admin and DON.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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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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.
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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Photo of Marion County Nursing Home
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Ava Place
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.
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.
Photo of Maple Esplanade Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Point Lookout Village
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.
Photo of Golden LivingCenter - Branson
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Professional Asst Living Systm
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.
Photo of Lamplight Village
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.
Photo of Coachlight Village
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.
Photo of Autumn Oaks Caring Ctr
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.
Photo of Country Living Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Ozark Nursing & Care Ctr
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Ozark Country Village Inc
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Pontiac, MO

The average cost of senior living in Pontiac is $4,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Indian Point, MO with an average of $3,795 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Pontiac, MO, vs. nearby cities

Pontiac, MO
$4,037/mo
$4,000/mo

Nursing homes costs in Pontiac, MO, vs. state and national averages

Pontiac, MO
$4,037/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

Nursing homes costs in Pontiac, MO, vs. other senior living options

$4,240/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,037/mo

Nursing homes costs in Pontiac, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,517/mo
Studio
$4,536/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,513/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,525/mo

Senior living costs in Pontiac vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Pontiac, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typePontiac, MOMissouriU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,037/mo$3,997/mo$4,836/mo
Assisted Living$4,286/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,240/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$2,005/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Nursing Homes
Pontiac, MO:$4,037/mo
Missouri:$3,997/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Assisted Living
Pontiac, MO:$4,286/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Pontiac, MO:$4,240/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Pontiac, MO:$2,005/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Pontiac, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Pontiac 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Pontiac, MO

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Pontiac 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
Pontiac, MO$5,002/mo$4,281/mo+16.8%
Missouri$5,251/mo$5,005/mo+4.9%
National$5,314/mo$4,970/mo+6.9%
Pontiac, MO
2024 average cost:$5,002/mo
2023 average cost:$4,281/mo
Percent change:+16.8%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$5,251/mo
2023 average cost:$5,005/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,314/mo
2023 average cost:$4,970/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Pontiac

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Pontiac

Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home

5.0
Good contact with all departments, repair requests handled in a timely manner, would like to see more flower bed upkeep.

Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home

5.0
We are very impressed with the care my Husband is receiving. I am always greeted by the staff whom know me by name when I come to visit, everyday. All the little details and time matter. ...
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Southern Meadows Senior Living in Mountain Home, AR

4.0
I did have a bad experience with, Southern Meadows, but I have to say that it scored high on these section questions that you have ask about, here! If your family member is wanting to leave the facility, and they even open a door to look out, they were at the time my Sister was there, that ...
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Pontiac nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Pontiac that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pontiac, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16%
10.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
8%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
24%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pontiac nursing homes

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 Pontiac Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pontiac, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
8%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
4%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
4%
6.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pontiac nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Pontiac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pontiac, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
16%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Pontiac nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Pontiac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pontiac, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
16%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pontiac nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Pontiac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pontiac, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
16%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
12%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
8%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cedarhurst of West Plains, Southern Meadows Senior Living and The Bungalows at Branson Meadows are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Pontiac, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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