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The Gardens
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Springfield, MO
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The Gardens

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Springfield, MO
1414 W Edgewood St, Springfield, MO 65807 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Gardens

Located in Greene County, The Gardens is a 148-bed senior living community in Springfield, Missouri, operated by BSLC II (Bethesda Senior Living) under administrator Heather Brown The community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care across a continuum of care, with floor plan options ranging from studios to one-bedroom deluxe units.

CMS-reported staffing data shows LPN coverage at 1h 17m per resident per day, about 40 percent above the Missouri average of 55 minutes, a figure that reflects stronger medication administration and hands-on care presence than most comparable Missouri communities. Weekend total nursing hours run 3h 54m per resident per day, 12 percent above the state average of 3h 29m.

Amenities include a garden, computer lab, and structured activity calendar. The built-in overview describes flexible meal plans, housekeeping and laundry, and pharmacy services within the independent living program.

The Gardens suits older adults in Greene County looking for a planned continuum of care across independent living, assisted living, and memory care within a single Bethesda Senior Living campus in Springfield.

Facility Direct Line (417) 889-7600
Facility Direct Line (417) 889-7600 icp@health.ny.gov

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
99
Bed community size
148-bed community Rank #58 / 450Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 450 homes 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 cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #274 / 545Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 274th out of 545 homes 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 cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Rank #205 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 205th out of 407 homes we track in Missouri for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Missouri average, with its Statewide rank out of 407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Missouri average: 66.6%
Occupied beds
99 / 148
Average occupied beds in Missouri homes 72 beds

License Details

CountyGreene

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Gardens is legally operated by Bslc Ii, and administered by Heather Brown.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesCOVID-19 screening, mask requirement, hand sanitization.

Additional Policies & Features

Visitor PolicyVisitation by appointment only, screening required.
Admission CriteriaNo discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, handicap, sex and age.

Amenities & Lifestyle

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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 and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 27 deficiencies 13 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 (58% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (60% 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. 2764 This facility has 58% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (27 vs. MO avg 64).↓ 58% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.15.3 This facility has 60% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2.1 vs. MO avg 5.3).↓ 60% 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. 1312 This facility has had 8% more total inspections than the Missouri average (13 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 8% more
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Gardens

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Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to The Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
The Gardens
AL
IL
MC
Springfield (Mark Twain)
148
Facility 148
MO AVG 96
Rank #58 / 450
No
47
Facility 47
MO AVG 46
Rank #274 / 545
-Bslc II--
The Fremont Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Springfield
72
Facility 72
MO AVG 96
Rank #290 / 450
Yes
61
Facility 61
MO AVG 46
Rank #154 / 545
-Vop Fremont LLC-A+
Turners Rock Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
Springfield
70
Facility 70
MO AVG 96
Rank #302 / 450
Yes
26
Facility 26
MO AVG 46
Rank #416 / 545
studio / 1 bed / 2 bed / 3 bedSenior Living Consulting Group, LLC--
NorthPark Village Senior Living
AL
ADC
HOS
IL
RC
Ozark
52
Facility 52
MO AVG 96
Rank #380 / 450
Yes
18
Facility 18
MO AVG 46
Rank #457 / 545
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedOzark Residential, LLC
42
Facility 42
MO AVG 10
Rank #9 / 226
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Bradford Court
AL
ADC
HOS
RC
Nixa
50
Facility 50
MO AVG 96
Rank #386 / 450
Yes
65
Facility 65
MO AVG 46
Rank #124 / 545
Studio / 1 BedNixa Residential, LLC
23
Facility 23
MO AVG 10
Rank #44 / 226
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Missouri

The Gardens is located in Springfield, Missouri.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Missouri.

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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).
MO

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
MO

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).
MO

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).
MO

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).
MO

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.
MO

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
MO

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens

What neighborhood is The Gardens in?

The Gardens is in the Mark Twain neighborhood of Springfield.

Who is the owner of The Gardens?

The Gardens is legally operated by Bslc Ii, and administered by Heather Brown.

Is The Gardens in a walkable area?

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

What is the occupancy rate at The Gardens?

The Gardens's occupancy is 67%.

Are pets allowed at The Gardens?

No, The Gardens has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The Gardens?

Heather Brown is the administrator of The Gardens.

How many beds does The Gardens have?

The Gardens has 148 beds.

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