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10 Best Nursing Homes in Ritter, MO

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Ritter nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Ritter, MO may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Ritter, MO

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Photo of Mission Ridge
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We recently relocated my mother to Mission Ridge Assisted Living. My mother had always insisted that she would never go to a "home for old people" but after it became unsafe for her to live alone even she...
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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Photo of Turners Rock Senior Living Community
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1616 Floor plans available
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I feel secure here. I’ve met some great friends . I was nervous moving in that I wouldn’t know anyone but I was pleasantly surprised at how friendly the people are here. To top it off I absolutely love my...
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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Photo of The Township Senior Living
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23 reviews
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Food is good. Everybody's so nice to me. Bringing my meds at the appropriate times and always pleasant!! I Really like all the nurses!! So helpful to me
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.
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Photo of The Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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19 reviews
8.7
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19 reviews
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I have had no negative interactions and observed no negligent actions to date. Everyone I have encountered has been courteous and committed to the residents. They contact me often with care needs and...
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.
The Gardens Independent Condominiums of Springfield, MO is perfect for those who wish to remain more independent.  The community consists of 14 condos that are primarily two-bedroom, two-bath and have two-car garages.  The condos range from 1050 to 1500 square feet with three different...
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Photo of The Bungalows at Chesterfield Village
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88 Floor plans available
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19 reviews
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5 on all of them! The Bungalows has been a great experience! [name removed]is very attentive, helpful and quick to handle any issues.
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 Bristol Manor of Willard
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4 reviews
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4 reviews
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The staff helped Mom with her wash and changing her bed because she was unable to take care of it herself. Even though it was assisted living they did more for her than expected. They were always nice and...
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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8.0
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8 reviews
8.0
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8 reviews
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They have been very helpful in overall care. The facility has beautiful spacious rooms, but there are some rough areas under renovation since moving in. There aren't many activities, but the ones they have...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Joy Assisted Living is located in the bustling city of Springfield, MO. This cozy community offers a home-like building that is set in a city that is known for its great attractions, historical treasures, and many parks. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...
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7.5
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9 reviews
7.5
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9 reviews
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They were so welcoming and thoughtful. Beautiful grounds and different level of options for living situation from individual homes, duplexes, apartment living, assisted living if needed, rehab, nursing home....
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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Photo of Spring Ridge
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My sons have been real pleased with everything at Spring Ridge. The resident is a negative person so it is hard to tell if there are real issues or not. As far as I am concerned it is a very nice facility. I...
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.
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 Spring Ridge Assisted Living.Spring Ridge is located on Meadowbrook Avenue in beautiful Springfield, MO. Springfield is the third-largest city in Missouri and...
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Very nice staff. The facility is in the process of remodeling, so a little chaotic sometimes. The assisted living should not be confused with the care/rehab facility. They have been running a little short...
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: 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.
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 Quality Residential Care
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 The Lodges
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.
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 Heartland of Springfield
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Ritter, MO

The average cost of senior living in Ritter is $4,083 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bolivar, MO with an average of $3,702 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ritter, MO vs. nearby cities

Ritter, MO
$4,083/mo
$4,083/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ritter, MO vs. the state and national average

Ritter, MO
$4,083/mo
U.S. national average
$4,830/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ritter vs. other types of senior living

$4,937/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,083/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Ritter, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$4,056/mo
Studio
$4,132/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,797/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,458/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Ritter over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Ritter

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Ritter

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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Century Pines in Ozark, MO

4.6
We have had a loved one in memory care at The Oaks Cottage at Century Pines for 4 months. We have been very pleased with the care he receives as well as the cleanliness of the facility. I would highly recommend them.

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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Ritter nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ritter nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ritter, 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 Ritter 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 Ritter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ritter, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.3%
10.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.3%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.3%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.7%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.7%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ritter 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 Ritter Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ritter, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.7%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.7%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.7%
6.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ritter 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 Ritter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ritter, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
3.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Ritter 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 Ritter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ritter, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ritter 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 Ritter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ritter, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
7.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
0.4%
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Mission Ridge, Turners Rock Senior Living Community and The Township Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Ritter, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 21 nursing homes facilities near Ritter, Missouri. See the full list.

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