Page 5 of Best Independent Living in Missouri

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 155 independent living communities in MO using MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MO
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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-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. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Aberdeen Heights
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Kirkwood
91
Facility 91
MO AVG 99
Rank #42 / 103
Yes
89
Facility 89
MO AVG 42
Rank #7 / 153
Skilled Nursing Facility (38), ICF (17), ALF** (36)Ashfield Active Living And Wellness Communities, Inc-
Ascension Living Sherbrooke Village
IL
ADC
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
St. Louis
149
Facility 149
MO AVG 99
Rank #16 / 103
Yes
29
Facility 29
MO AVG 42
Rank #99 / 153
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Carnegie Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
Belton
85
Facility 85
MO AVG 99
Rank #47 / 103
No
55
Facility 55
MO AVG 42
Rank #51 / 153
Studio / 1 BedCarnegie Village Senior Living Community LLC-
Spring Valley Health and Rehabilitation Center
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Springfield (Meador Park)
194
Facility 194
MO AVG 99
Rank #10 / 103
No
65
Facility 65
MO AVG 42
Rank #31 / 153
-Mc Fremont Healthcare, LLC-
Springfield Skilled Care Center
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Springfield
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 99
Rank #24 / 103
No
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 42
Rank #102 / 153
-Springfield Healthcare Management, LLCA+
The Ozarks Methodist Manor
IL
AL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
College Marionville
154
Facility 154
MO AVG 99
Rank #15 / 103
No
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 42
Rank #102 / 153
Skilled Nursing Facility (78), Residential Care Facility (76)Ozarks Methodist Manor (The)A+
Cedarhurst of Lebanon Assisted Living & Memory Care
IL
AL
MC
Lebanon
90
Facility 90
MO AVG 99
Rank #43 / 103
Yes
67
Facility 67
MO AVG 42
Rank #27 / 153
ALF** (90)Cedarhurst Of Lebanon Operator, LLC-
The Parkway Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Blue Springs
72
Facility 72
MO AVG 99
Rank #61 / 103
Yes
52
Facility 52
MO AVG 42
Rank #60 / 153
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed550 Ne Napoleon Opco LLC-
The Fremont Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Springfield
72
Facility 72
MO AVG 99
Rank #61 / 103
Yes
61
Facility 61
MO AVG 42
Rank #39 / 153
-Vop Fremont LLCA+
Tiffany Springs Senior Living
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
Kansas City (Coves North)
97
Facility 97
MO AVG 99
Rank #37 / 103
Yes
30
Facility 30
MO AVG 42
Rank #95 / 153
1 Bed / 2 BedTiffany Springs Senior Care Community, LLC-

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Overview of Abbey Senior Health

Abbey Senior Health offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home and skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in O’Fallon, MO. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.

Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care focuses on comfort at the end of life, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief during serious illness.

Respite care offers a short stay, while short term rehabilitation provides therapy during recovery from illness or injury. Because Abbey Senior Health offers several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time or for a family needing temporary support while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

The community has 65 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 8 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly.

A Walk Score of 65 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain outings independently.

Residents can attend Catholic Mass and Communion, use the chapel for prayer and Bible study, and participate in exercise classes. Spa treatments are also available, and C Christopher Brown serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Parkway Senior Living

An elegant and luxurious home that steeps excellence, The Parkway Senior Living has raised the standard of senior living. Their dedicated team of professional staff strives to provide care that is nothing short of extraordinary. The resident-centered community aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care seniors– leading to a purposeful life experienced during their golden years.

The Parkway offers comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free. They boast their specialized memory care program that focuses on the cognitive ability of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Services and amenities are provided with full attention at any time of day, such as ADLs, medication management, chef-prepared meals, scheduled activities, and 24/7 care.

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Overview of Cedarhurst of Lebanon Assisted Living & Memory Care

Cedarhurst of Lebanon Assisted Living & Memory Care offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Lebanon, MO. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering.

Having multiple care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time because care can change without leaving the community. Respite care is also available for short stays, which may suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 90 beds. Dining includes chef-prepared meals, seasonal menus, daily specials, and personalized attention to nutrition, giving residents menu variety with nutrition-focused service. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet.

A Walk Score of 67 out of 100 makes the area somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still complete certain nearby errands independently. Kimberly Douglas serves as administrator, and Cedarhurst Of Lebanon Operator operates the community.

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Overview of Carnegie Village

Rates start at $2,400 a month at Carnegie Village in Belton, Missouri, which is a real number for a family doing arithmetic at a kitchen table rather than a vague range. Five kinds of care sit behind it: independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and respite.

Independent living means a private home with community services attached and no daily care, so nobody knocks on the door with a medication cup. Assisted living adds that knock, along with help for dressing and bathing. Nursing home care puts licensed nursing support in the building around the clock, and staff are present day and night.

Memory care runs in a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering. Dementia gets to a point where explaining why the doors stay closed simply stops registering, and supervision handles what conversation no longer can.

Because the levels sit on one campus, a resident whose needs grow moves within the community rather than out of it.

Respite care and short-term stays cover temporary need. Sometimes the family who normally checks in every day lives two hours off and a stretch of weather or work puts them out of reach, and somebody has to fill those weeks.

Sixty-seven of the 85 beds were occupied at the last count, roughly 79 percent. Studio and one-bedroom units are the two layouts, the difference being whether the bedroom stands apart from the living space. Nursing time per resident stands at 3 hours and 29 minutes daily, and rehabilitation services are available for recovery support.

Dining is handled on site, a wellness center and activities give residents somewhere to spend the day, and salon appointments happen in the building. The walk score is 55, so some errands finish on foot while farther destinations need a ride. Jessica Bradham is the administrator, and Carnegie Village Senior Living Community operates the community.

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Overview of The Ozarks Methodist Manor

Located in Marionville, MO, The Ozarks Methodist Manor offers independent living, assisted living, residential care, memory care, and nursing home and skilled nursing services. With a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit, the community can accommodate older adults with memory-related conditions. Residents also receive care whenever needed, with 24-hour staffing available.

The community has 154 beds, with a 39% occupancy. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services also give residents access to therapy. Outings are also available as organized activities beyond their residence.

Administered by Wayne Rainey, the community also accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

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Overview of The Fremont Senior Living

Fremont Senior Living offers seniors the opportunity to bask in the bliss of home ownership, without the burden of responsibilities. With a dedication to providing an extension of the home, the community boasts an unwavering commitment to helping every resident achieve their goals, whether they be in independent living, assisted living, or memory care. They feature spacious 1, 2, and 3-bedroom homes, thoughtfully designed to offer a tranquil and welcoming ambiance. Residents can take advantage of housekeeping services, transportation, and the ever-helpful concierge.

The home also offers an array of activities, from invigorating exercise classes to delightful shopping excursions, all of which promote a sense of vitality and purpose. The amenities include private dining, inviting lounges, a fully stocked library, a crafting center, and a 24-hour bistro, among other offerings. Dining at the Winfrey Restaurant is an experience unto itself, with daily specials and an impressive range of mouth-watering delicacies. With an unmatched level of service, top-tier amenities, and a steadfast dedication to compassionate care, Fremont Senior Living is a haven of serenity, where seniors can revel in the beauty of worry-free living. 

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Overview of Aberdeen Heights

Aberdeen Heights provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Kirkwood, MO. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, hospice care focuses on comfort for someone nearing the end of life, and independent living offers private living without daily care. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time, with several levels available through the same community. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Aberdeen Heights has 91 beds, and pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them. A Walk Score of 89 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

The community’s dining room offers a three-course menu with changing entrees, side dishes, desserts, and healthy dining options. The cafe, resident clubs and committees, and programs and events give residents places to dine and participate in organized activities. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid can help a family whose savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 31 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident. Anthony Altobella serves as administrator, and Ashfield Active Living & Wellness Communities operates Aberdeen Heights. Aberdeen Heights may be a good fit for someone who needs access to more than one level of care as needs change, including a resident who may eventually require memory care or skilled nursing.

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Overview of Ascension Living Sherbrooke Village

Sherbrooke Village has built a reputation as a leading provider of exceptional care for older adults, with a focus on hospitality and a commitment to creating a seamless living experience. They prioritize the comfort and well-being of their residents above all else. From their carefully crafted wellness programs to their inviting dining options and social activities, they strive to create a warm and welcoming environment that feels like home. But it’s not just their commitment to quality care and hospitality that sets them apart. Their location in the heart of St. Louis, with easy access to all that the vibrant city has to offer, makes them a popular choice among locals as well.
The senior living community provides a wide range of essential services and amenities to ensure that residents receive the care and support they need to live comfortably and independently. Some of these services include daily meals served in the dining room, medication management, care coordination, laundry and housekeeping services, and regular wellness checks by staff members. In addition to these vital services are amenities designed to enhance the quality of life for residents. Some of these amenities include in-room dining services up to three times per month, local transportation up to four times per month, a weekly happy hour, group outings and events, a life enrichment program, and a wellness program. Routine maintenance services are provided to ensure that the community remains safe and comfortable for all residents. Registered dietitian consultation is also available to help residents maintain optimal health and well-being.

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Overview of Spring Valley Health and Rehabilitation Center

Spring Valley Health and Rehabilitation Center offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, and independent living in Springfield’s Meador Park neighborhood. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident maintains an apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Several care levels are available in one community. For a resident whose needs grow over time, moving between care levels may be possible without leaving the community. The home has 194 beds, with total nurse staffing of 2 hours and 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Holly Anderson serves as administrator, and Mc Fremont Healthcare operates the community.

The area has a Walk Score of 65, making it somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who does not drive may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. The home may be a good fit for someone who wants a choice of independent living, assisted living, or nursing care as needs change.

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Overview of Springfield Skilled Care Center

Begin your healing journey with the outstanding senior living community of Springfield Skilled Care Center in West Grand, Springfield, MO, providing long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. The community features 120 cozy and warm accommodations for seniors to enjoy unparalleled comfort and convenience. A team of qualified and specially trained professionals cares for seniors’ special needs and aspirations.

The community accepts Medicare and Medicaid to ease financial constraints. Alzheimer’s care is also provided for individuals with memory-related needs. Experience the utmost care and support you deserve with a reliable community. Springfield Skilled Care Center is ideal for seniors aiming to make the most out of their best years with its exceptional services.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Missouri

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 155 independent living communities in Missouri. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Missouri?

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 Missouri, 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 independent living communities in Missouri?

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.

Independent Living in Missouri at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Missouri. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 99The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Missouri. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90