The Castlewood Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Nixa, MO

The Castlewood Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Nixa, MO

Overview of The Castlewood Senior Living

Located in the charming family neighborhood in Nixa, Missouri, The Castlewood Senior Living is a pet-friendly senior living community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Live boldly with an extra hand to help you with various chores, including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, pet care, and maintenance. The community ensures its residents live comfortably with their wide array of cozy residences designed to accommodate seniors’ needs and tastes.

Proving its commitment to providing exceptional care and welcoming environment for senior living, the community has been recognized as Best Assisted Living community by the U.S. News and World Report. Living is more fun and engaging with plenty of interesting activities and enrichment programs conducted both on-site and off-site. With most of the chores handled, residents have more time to explore the community’s plethora of amenities, such as a swimming pool, fitness center, library, movie theater, and beautifully maintained grounds that are perfect for basking in the sun.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 66 Rank #135 / 217Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 135th out of 217 assisted living communities we track in Missouri for bed count. 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #34 / 94Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 34th out of 94 assisted living communities we track in Missouri for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Missouri facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
11 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #248 / 258Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 248th out of 258 assisted living communities we track in Missouri for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Missouri facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
4 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #65 / 186Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 65th out of 186 assisted living communities we track in Missouri for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Missouri average, with its Statewide rank out of 186. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
72.7% This home usually has availability

Based on 48 residents and 66 beds. Source: state inspection report (Oct 2023)

Higher than the Missouri average: 63.9%
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$3,940/Month

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyChristian
AccreditationsJoint Commission

Awards

U.S. News & World Report Best Senior Living (2026)U.S. News rates communities from independent surveys of residents and their families (the 2025 edition analyzed ~450,000 responses across 3,800+ communities) covering safety, caregiving, activities, dining, management and value. Only communities meeting its data thresholds earn a Best designation for that year.

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Castlewood Senior Living is legally operated by Nixa Senior Community LLC, and administered by Courtney Darby.

Corporate EntityNIXA SENIOR COMMUNITY, LLC

Additional Services

6 services
Pet Care (Optional)
Housekeeping
Concierge
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation
Maintenance
Emergency Call SystemListed as: 24-hour emergency response

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Swimming Pool
Fitness Center
Movie Theater
Salon
Community Kitchen
Library
Bistro
Wellness Center
Private Dining Room
Volunteer Program
Activities
Exercise Classes
Local Trips and Shopping Outings
Chair Beachball
Live Entertainment
Holiday and Special Event Celebrations
Group Excursions
Personal Training
Arts & Crafts

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at The Castlewood Senior Living.
  • 24-hour food access.
  • Private dining room for family events.
  • Bistro / café on site.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeTwo-story
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Private Room Semi-Private / Shared Room

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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 These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
9 deficiencies 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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. 2 Better Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (70% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 964.0 This facility has 86% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (9 vs. MO avg 64).↓ 86% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.55.0 This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (1.5 vs. MO avg 5).↓ 70% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 612.0 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (6 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer

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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Nixa's city center to The Castlewood Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

Info below is compiled from the MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Advanced Care of St Joseph
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Saint Joseph
180
Facility 180
MO AVG 88
Rank #23 / 288
No
76
Facility 76
MO AVG 43
Rank #39 / 297
Skilled Nursing Facility (180)North 18Th Street Healthcare LLC
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 12
Rank #47 / 167
-
Alpine Breeze Health and Wellness
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Raytown
154
Facility 154
MO AVG 88
Rank #42 / 288
No
73
Facility 73
MO AVG 43
Rank #44 / 297
Skilled Nursing Facility (154)Raytown Road Healthcare LLC
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 12
Rank #47 / 167
-
Brookdale West County
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Ballwin
98
Facility 98
MO AVG 88
Rank #60 / 217
Yes
56
Facility 56
MO AVG 43
Rank #76 / 258
Unit TypeVb Ballwin Sh, LLC
48
Facility 48
MO AVG 12
Rank #2 / 94
A+
Country Meadows
AL
IL
MC
Park Hills
87
Facility 87
MO AVG 88
Rank #86 / 217
Yes
37
Facility 37
MO AVG 43
Rank #145 / 258
Skilled Nursing Facility (72), Assisted Living Facility (15)Country Meadows Nursing & Rehab, LLC
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 12
Rank #16 / 94
A+
The Castlewood Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Nixa
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 88
Rank #135 / 217
Yes
4
Facility 4
MO AVG 43
Rank #248 / 258
Studio / 1 BedNixa Senior Community LLC
11
Facility 11
MO AVG 12
Rank #34 / 94
A+

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MO assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about The Castlewood Senior Living

Who is the owner of The Castlewood Senior Living?

The Castlewood Senior Living is legally operated by Nixa Senior Community LLC, and administered by Courtney Darby.

Is The Castlewood Senior Living in a walkable area?

The Castlewood Senior Living has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Castlewood Senior Living?

The Castlewood Senior Living's occupancy is 72.7%.

How long has The Castlewood Senior Living been in business?

The Castlewood Senior Living has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Castlewood Senior Living?

Yes, The Castlewood Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Castlewood Senior Living?

The team at The Castlewood Senior Living can be reached at frontdesk@castlewoodseniorliving.com.

Who is the administrator of The Castlewood Senior Living?

Courtney Darby is the administrator of The Castlewood Senior Living.

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