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Compare Assisted Living around Jackson County The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.
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| Trustwell Living of Raytown |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Raytown | 76 | Yes | 54 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Raytown Opco Llc | - |
| John Knox Village |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Lee's Summit | 408 | No | 58 | Apartment / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | John Knox Village | A+ |
| Novel Place Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Blue Springs | - | Yes | 42 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - |
| The Groves |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Independence (The Groves) | - | No | 48 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ |
| Abode Health And Wellness Center | — | Independence | 20 | — | — | — | Independence Healthcare LLC | — |
| Bristol Manor Of Oak Grove | — | Oak Grove | 12 | — | — | — | Bristol Care, INC | — |
| Collier Care Home, INC | — | Blue Springs | 15 | — | — | — | Collier Care Home, INC | — |
| Essex Of Grain Valley, The | — | Grain Valley | 12 | — | — | — | Bristol Care, INC | — |
| Harris House Residential Care Facility, The | — | Kansas City | 7 | — | — | — | Swope Health Services | — |
| Hope Care Center | — | Kansas City | 16 | — | — | — | Hope Care Center, INC | — |
| Jeanne Jugan Center | — | Kansas City | 26 | — | — | — | Little Sisters Of The Poor (B00003156) | — |
| Jolet Home | — | Kansas City | 17 | — | — | — | Jolet II, INC | — |
| Lodge Residential Care Facility, The | — | Kansas City | 8 | — | — | — | Swope Health Services | — |
| Maywood Manor | — | Independence | 24 | — | — | — | Smith Care Residential, LLC | — |
| My Blessed Home | — | Kansas City | 11 | — | — | — | My Blessed Home | — |
| Tranquil Grove At Rotary Park | — | Blue Springs | 27 | — | — | — | Tranquil Grove Blue Springs LLC | — |
Trustwell Living of Rayton is an assisted living community that excels in delivering high-quality services at different levels of care. The person-centered community maintains elegance and professionalism for its residents, promoting mutual respect and trust and allowing them to feel empowered and comfortable in a nurturing environment. Trustwell Living inspires its seniors to continue to live life to the fullest.
The vibrant home aims to enhance and enrich the experiences and lifestyle of its residents by designing specific care plans that match their interests, abilities, and needs– from specialized programs to doing arts and crafts, everything is designed to satisfy one’s holistic wellness.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 363 / 404 / 697 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of John Knox Village
Burrowed in Jackson County, Lee’s Summit, MO, John Knox Village is a wonderful senior living community that offers a wide array of senior living options to cater to residents’ varying needs. The community provides assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory care, and hospice care. Believing that each person deserves dignity, comfort and respect, the community provides its residents with a team of dedicated caregivers focused on providing compassionate care that helps them live their lives to the fullest.
The community is a spacious 120-apartment neighborhood with a wide variety of options and amenities to keep residents enjoy the life they want in the comfort of their snug and sophisticated accommodations. Residents also benefit from 24-hour nursing care, which ensures their care needs are met accordingly. Home maintenance services are also offered so residents can focus instead on lifelong learning opportunities, vibrant entertainment and wellness programs.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 442 / 576 / 663 / 681 / 764 / 816 / 833 / 996 / 1034 / 1092 / 1222 / 1289 / 1371 / 1400 / 1420 sq. ft
Housing Options: Apartment / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Overview of Novel Place Senior Living
Reimagining comfort and convenience for seniors, Novel Place Senior Living in Jackson County, Blue Springs, MO is a prominent senior living community that offers independent living. Residents here are presented with thoughtfully designed studio, one and two-bedroom apartments for a comfortable living space with light housekeeping services to keep residents’ spaces spotless and cozy. The community also offers 24-hour maintenance services and concierge services to make residents’ lives more comfortable and convenient.
A vibrant activities program and various health & wellness initiatives help residents live an active and engaged lifestyle that fosters social engagement, learning, and overall wellness. Residents relish in restaurant-style dining featuring savory and nutritious meals. The community also offers a wide array of amenities designed to provide residents with plenty of spaces for healthy living, connecting with past interests and living a fulfilling life.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Tucked away in Jackson County, Independence, MO, The Groves is an inviting senior living community that offers a continuum of care services, including independent living, assisted living, short-term care, and long-term care. The community offers loving, attentive care in a secure and homey environment with private or semi-private room options and the full spectrum of services. Here, residents feel well-cared for with care services, such as skilled nursing, everyday care, medication management, cutting-edge rehab, wound and physician/dentist/podiatry, as well as professional counseling.
Residents are able to live their lives to the fullest without the hassle of chores like housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation. Transportation services are also provided so residents can get to their appointments on time, safely, and without the hassles of public commuting. In addition to delectable dining experiences, residents are also offered plenty of opportunities to connect, engage, and learn new things through a vibrant recreational curriculum.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Jackson County, MO
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Missouri?
Assisted living in Missouri supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Missouri?
Assisted living in Missouri is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Missouri Medicaid cover assisted living?
Missouri Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Missouri) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 4 assisted living facilities in Jackson County, MO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Jackson County, MO?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Jackson County, MO, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Jackson County, MO?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
