The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Q: What neighborhood is The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care in?

The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is in the Mark Twain neighborhood of Springfield.

Q: Is The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?

The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Does The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care on this page.

Q: Are there photos of The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Yes — there are 9 photos of The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the phone number of The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

(417) 889-7600 will put you in contact with the team at The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care.

Q: Is The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Located amidst the charming streets of Springfield, the Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is a beacon of faith-based goodness that has been inspiring social, spiritual, and physical health among its esteemed residents since 1959. Here, every individual is celebrated and cherished, with a devoted team of caregivers available round the clock and a wide range of health services, including pharmacy services, therapy services, onsite podiatry, and medication management, ensuring that every individual has access to the care they require to live their lives to the fullest.

The Gardens boasts a stunning array of amenities, from its awe-inspiring chapel that exudes serenity and tranquility to its immaculate library. Its computer center and WiFi cater to the tech-savvy, while the rejuvenating Jacuzzi spa and onsite salon offer the perfect oasis of relaxation and pampering. The community’s well-appointed fitness center further inspires a sense of vitality, inviting residents to indulge in their fitness goals and live their best lives in their golden years.

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Types of Care at The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

30 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 47 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Pets Allowed

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

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4.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.73 miles to nearest hospital (CoxHealth Network)

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Missouri Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Missouri resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural access prioritized.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Home health services

Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC)

MO SNC

Age 65+

General Missouri resident, in approved facility.

Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Supplements SSI; facility-based only.

Benefits

Monthly cash payment (~$156-$292/month) for care costs

Structured Family Caregiving Waiver (SFCW)

Missouri Structured Family Caregiving Waiver

Age 65+

General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, NFLOC, dementia diagnosis, live with caregiver.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.

Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).

Caregiver must be family; small program size.

Benefits

Cash stipend ($1,000-$1,500/month) to family caregiver Respite Training Supplies ($500/year)

MO HealthNet Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Missouri MO HealthNet ABD

Age 65+ or disabled

General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,690/month (individual, projected); spenddown allowed.

Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).

Less intensive than waivers; statewide access.

Benefits

Personal care (2-4 hours/day) Homemaker services Limited respite Medical equipment

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Missouri Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Missouri resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Missouri Caregiver Program (Customized Caregiver Training & Relief)

Missouri Caregiver Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ with dementia, Missouri resident, functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

Administered via AAAs and Alzheimer’s Association; rural focus.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week) Training Assistive tech ($500/year) Supplies

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Missouri VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Missouri resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

What neighborhood is The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care in?

The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is in the Mark Twain neighborhood of Springfield.

Is The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?

The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care on this page.

Are there photos of The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Yes — there are 9 photos of The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

(417) 889-7600 will put you in contact with the team at The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care.

Is The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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