Gardens Senior Living Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Springfield, MO
Gardens Senior Living Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Springfield, MO
Overview of Gardens Senior Living Community
The numbers alone tell part of the story: 148 beds, three layout options, multiple decades of operation, and a care menu that spans assisted living, memory care, short-term rehab, and respite, all in a single-story building on Springfield’s west side. Gardens Senior Living Community, operated by BSLC II and run day-to-day by administrator Heather Brown, is built for range. That breadth is the defining feature.
The on-site service list is substantial. Pharmacy, therapy, podiatry, and medication management are all available without leaving the building, and licensed nurses and CNAs are on-site around the clock. For families weighing how long a placement will hold as needs shift, that infrastructure matters. The Garden Homes program is a named offering within the community, and religious services are available on-site, which will be relevant for residents and families for whom faith life is part of daily routine.
Restaurant-style dining, a fitness center, chapel, library, computer center, Jacuzzi spa, and salon fill out the amenity picture. The neighborhood at 1302 W Sunset St in the Mark Twain area has a Walk Score of 47, meaning most trips out will need a car or transportation coordination. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units are available, so housing options scale with circumstance.
Gardens is a practical match for older adults who need substantive on-site medical support across a range of care levels, and for families who want a faith-oriented community large enough to accommodate changing needs without requiring a move.
148-bed community Rank #59 / 454Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th out of 454 homes in Missouri. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Missouri facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Missouri that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
30 years in operation Rank #24 / 209Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 209 homes in Missouri. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Missouri facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Missouri that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #275 / 563Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 275th out of 563 homes in Missouri. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Missouri facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Missouri that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyGreene
Gardens Senior Living Community is legally operated by Bslc Ii, and administered by Heather Brown.
Corporate EntityBSLC II
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
ActivitiesCommunity Activity Calendar available
Specific ProgramsGarden Homes
Religious Services
Inspection History
In Missouri, the Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure performs the inspections and unannounced surveys required for all long-term care providers.
Since 2018 · 8 years of data
0 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Missouri state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2018 vs. Missouri state average
Overall vs. MO average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Total inspections (100% below)
• Total inspections (100% below)
Inspections
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer total inspections than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (0 vs. MO avg 7).↓ 100% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Gardens Senior Living Community
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4.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to Gardens Senior Living Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.
| Gardens Senior Living Community | AL IL MC | Springfield (Mark Twain) | 148
Facility
148
MO AVG
97
Rank
#59 / 454 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
MO AVG
45
Rank
#275 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Bslc II | 30
Facility
30
MO AVG
11
Rank
#24 / 209 | A+ |
| Lakewood Senior Living | AL ADC HC MC RC | Springfield | 67
Facility
67
MO AVG
97
Rank
#317 / 454 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
MO AVG
45
Rank
#307 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed | Lakewood Residential Care, LLC | 23
Facility
23
MO AVG
11
Rank
#43 / 209 | A+ |
| NorthPark Village Senior Living | AL ADC HC IL RC | Ozark | 52
Facility
52
MO AVG
97
Rank
#384 / 454 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
MO AVG
45
Rank
#460 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ozark Residential, LLC | 42
Facility
42
MO AVG
11
Rank
#12 / 209 | - |
| Bradford Court | AL ADC HC RC | Nixa | 50
Facility
50
MO AVG
97
Rank
#390 / 454 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
MO AVG
45
Rank
#124 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed | Nixa Residential, LLC | 23
Facility
23
MO AVG
11
Rank
#43 / 209 | A+ |
| The Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care | AL IL MC | Springfield (Mark Twain) | - | No |
47
Facility
47
MO AVG
45
Rank
#275 / 563 | studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | - | 7
Facility
7
MO AVG
11
Rank
#85 / 209 | A+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gardens Senior Living Community
What neighborhood is Gardens Senior Living Community in?
Gardens Senior Living Community is in the Mark Twain neighborhood of Springfield.
Who is the owner of Gardens Senior Living Community?
Gardens Senior Living Community is legally operated by Bslc Ii, and administered by Heather Brown.
Is Gardens Senior Living Community in a walkable area?
Gardens Senior Living Community has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Does Gardens Senior Living Community have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Gardens Senior Living Community on this page.
Who is the administrator of Gardens Senior Living Community?
Heather Brown is the administrator of Gardens Senior Living Community.
How many beds does Gardens Senior Living Community have?
Gardens Senior Living Community has 148 beds.
Are there photos of Gardens Senior Living Community?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Gardens Senior Living Community in the photo gallery on this page.
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