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7 Best Nursing Homes in Walnut Shade, MO

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Walnut Shade, MO

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Photo of The Bungalows at Branson Meadows
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17 reviews
8.6
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17 reviews
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4 star
24%
3 star
6%
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6%
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12%
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My mother spent two years at the bungalows. She saw it as the best times of her life. They took care of my mother and they always took care of the family members. We were so blessed to have my mother be...
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.
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Even though it was a shared room, there was plenty of space. Both the management and staff were wonderful and treated my husband the best I could have asked for. As he got closer to passing they took special...
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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Walnut Shade, MO

The average cost of senior living in Walnut Shade is $3,858 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McCord Bend, MO with an average of $3,648 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Walnut Shade, MO, vs. nearby cities

Walnut Shade, MO
$3,858/mo

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

Walnut Shade, MO
$3,858/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

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

$4,287/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,858/mo

Nursing homes costs in Walnut Shade, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,900/mo
Studio
$4,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,600/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,200/mo

Senior living costs in Walnut Shade 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: Walnut Shade, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWalnut Shade, MOMissouriU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,858/mo$3,997/mo$4,836/mo
Assisted Living$3,733/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,287/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,254/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Nursing Homes
Walnut Shade, MO:$3,858/mo
Missouri:$3,997/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Assisted Living
Walnut Shade, MO:$3,733/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Walnut Shade, MO:$4,287/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Walnut Shade, MO:$3,254/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Walnut Shade, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade, MO

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Walnut Shade 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
Walnut Shade, MO$4,375/mo$4,055/mo+7.9%
Missouri$5,196/mo$5,132/mo+1.3%
National$4,804/mo$4,847/mo-0.9%
Walnut Shade, MO
2024 average cost:$4,375/mo
2023 average cost:$4,055/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$5,196/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,804/mo
2023 average cost:$4,847/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
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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 nursing homes in Walnut Shade

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Walnut Shade

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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NorthPark Village and Cottages in Ozark, MO

4.9
We couldn't be more pleased with this location. It is more expensive than some others in the area, but it is worth every penny. The services offered are very inclusive and they constantly surprise us with their generous and genuine hospitality. Around here even bad places are outrageous, so ...
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Hopedale Cottage in Ozark, MO

5.0
My mother was at Hopedale this past Spring &Summer. I can’t find the words to express the wonderful care she received while there. It is exceptionally clean & the food wonderful.Patient care is like they are caring for their own family member. The nursing staff is very caring and watchful of the ...
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Walnut Shade nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walnut Shade nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walnut Shade, 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 Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
2.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.7%
10.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
4%
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Availability of select dining options in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
0.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Bungalows at Branson Meadows, Wedgewood Gardens and Golden LivingCenter - Branson are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Walnut Shade, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 7 nursing homes facilities near Walnut Shade, Missouri. See the full list.

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