The Wildwood Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Joplin, MO

The Wildwood Senior Living

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

Overview of The Wildwood Senior Living

Nestled in the tranquil grounds of John Duffy Drive, Joplin, MO, The Wildwood Senior Living is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Have a relaxing time within the stunning and spacious residences of The Wildwood Senior Living. Optimize your independence and reach your full potential with top-tier care and support from a compassionate and highly qualified team available around the clock.

Rediscover passions and seek new adventures through enjoyable activities and engaging programs for leisure and wellness. Have an unforgettable dining experience with delectable and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Enjoy peace and convenience with the fabulous amenities of The Wildwood Senior Living. The US News and World Report regarded The Wildwood Senior Living as the Best Assisted Living, Best Memory Care, and Best Assisted Living in 2024 for its exceptional quality.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 74 Rank #282 / 450Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 282nd 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.

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

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #542 / 545Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 542nd 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.
2 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #132 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 132nd 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.
77% This home usually has availability
Higher than the Missouri average: 66.6%
Occupied beds
57 / 74

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyJasper

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Wildwood Senior Living is legally operated by Joplin Senior Community LLC, and administered by Daniel Shields.

Corporate EntityJOPLIN SENIOR COMMUNITY, LLC

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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 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 3 deficiencies 3 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 2021 vs. Missouri state average
Overall vs. MO average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Total deficiencies (95% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (80% 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. 366 This facility has 95% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (3 vs. MO avg 66).↓ 95% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.05.12 This facility has 80% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (1 vs. MO avg 5.12).↓ 80% 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. 312 This facility has had 75% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (3 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Places of interest near The Wildwood Senior Living

Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Joplin's city center to The Wildwood Senior Living'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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
Chapters Living of Joplin
AL
IL
MC
Joplin
93
Facility 93
MO AVG 96
Rank #213 / 450
Yes
77
Facility 77
MO AVG 46
Rank #53 / 545
ALF** (93)Chapters Joplin Opco LLC--
The Wildwood Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Joplin
74
Facility 74
MO AVG 96
Rank #282 / 450
Yes
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 46
Rank #542 / 545
-Joplin Senior Community LLC--
Maple Tree Terrace
AL
ADC
HOS
RC
Carthage (Grand Heights)
50
Facility 50
MO AVG 96
Rank #386 / 450
Yes
57
Facility 57
MO AVG 46
Rank #176 / 545
Studio / SuiteCarthage Residential, LLC
23
Facility 23
MO AVG 10
Rank #44 / 227
A+
Foxberry Terrace Senior Living
AL
ADC
HOS
IL
MC
RC
Webb City
46
Facility 46
MO AVG 96
Rank #401 / 450
Yes
8
Facility 8
MO AVG 46
Rank #510 / 545
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCarthage Assisted Living, LLC--
Autumn Place Residential Care of Joplin
AL
ADC
IL
MC
RESC
RC
Joplin
38
Facility 38
MO AVG 96
Rank #420 / 450
No
77
Facility 77
MO AVG 46
Rank #53 / 545
Residential Care Facility (38)Autumn Home Care Facilities, Inc--

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Missouri

The Wildwood Senior Living is located in Joplin, 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 Wildwood Senior Living

Who is the owner of The Wildwood Senior Living?

The Wildwood Senior Living is legally operated by Joplin Senior Community LLC, and administered by Daniel Shields.

Is The Wildwood Senior Living in a walkable area?

The Wildwood Senior Living has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Wildwood Senior Living?

The Wildwood Senior Living's occupancy is 77%.

Are pets allowed at The Wildwood Senior Living?

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

Who is the administrator of The Wildwood Senior Living?

Daniel Shields is the administrator of The Wildwood Senior Living.

How many beds does The Wildwood Senior Living have?

The Wildwood Senior Living has 74 beds.

Has The Wildwood Senior Living had any deficiencies?

The Wildwood Senior Living has had 3 reported deficiencies since 2021 according to records from Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).

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