Compare Memory Care around Independence
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.
| The Parkway Senior Living | MC AL IL | Blue Springs (Northeast Napoleon Drive) | 72
Facility
72
MO AVG
96
Rank
#290 / 450 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
MO AVG
45
Rank
#232 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 550 Ne Napoleon Opco LLC |
| Cedarhurst of Blue Springs | MC AL | Blue Springs | 89
Facility
89
MO AVG
96
Rank
#243 / 450 | Yes |
11
Facility
11
MO AVG
45
Rank
#500 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Cedarhurst Of Blue Springs Real Estate, LLC |
| The Groves | MC AL IL NH SNF | Independence (The Groves) | - | No |
48
Facility
48
MO AVG
45
Rank
#262 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Blue Hills Rest Home | MC ADC AL HC HOS RC | Independence | 63
Facility
63
MO AVG
96
Rank
#333 / 450 | Yes |
1
Facility
1
MO AVG
45
Rank
#549 / 563 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | Blue Hills Rest Home, Inc |
| Jackson Creek Memory Care | MC | South Independence | 70
Facility
70
MO AVG
96
Rank
#302 / 450 | No |
81
Facility
81
MO AVG
45
Rank
#43 / 563 | ICF (70) | Independence Mc LLC |
| Benton House of Raymore | MC AL | Raymore | 95
Facility
95
MO AVG
96
Rank
#207 / 450 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
MO AVG
45
Rank
#456 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed | Ahr Raymore Mo Alf Trs Sub, LLC |
| Villages of Jackson Creek Memory Care | MC | Independence | - | No |
41
Facility
41
MO AVG
45
Rank
#322 / 563 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - |
| Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s | MC NH PC SNF | Blue Springs | 130
Facility
130
MO AVG
96
Rank
#75 / 450 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
MO AVG
45
Rank
#135 / 563 | Private Rooms | Ignite Medical Resort St Marys, LLC |
| Independence Manor Care Center | MC HOS NH RC SNF | Independence | 99
Facility
99
MO AVG
96
Rank
#184 / 450 | No |
81
Facility
81
MO AVG
45
Rank
#43 / 563 | Skilled Nursing Facility (99) | Independence Manor, Inc |
| Baptist Homes of Independence | MC AL IL NH RESC SNF | Independence | 118
Facility
118
MO AVG
96
Rank
#143 / 450 | No |
39
Facility
39
MO AVG
45
Rank
#329 / 563 | - | The Baptist Home |
| Maywood Terrace Living Center | MC HOS NH SNF | Independence (Maywood) | 89
Facility
89
MO AVG
96
Rank
#243 / 450 | No |
46
Facility
46
MO AVG
45
Rank
#283 / 563 | - | Independence #1, Inc |
| White Oak at The Groves Senior Living Community | MC AL IL NH SNF | Independence (The Groves) | - | Yes |
0
Facility
0
MO AVG
45
Rank
#553 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Forest View Senior Living at The Groves | MC AL IL NH SNF | Independence | - | Yes |
15
Facility
15
MO AVG
45
Rank
#478 / 563 | - | - |
| Blue Hills Rest Home, Inc | MC ADC AL HC HOS RC | Independence | - | No |
1
Facility
1
MO AVG
45
Rank
#549 / 563 | - | - |
Overview of Maywood Terrace Living Center
Maywood Terrace Living Center is a nursing home ideal for residents who seek to relax and recover. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, the community provides professional and compassionate service for its residents. Maywood Terrace cultivates the holistic needs of its residents in a home-like setting, allowing them to age gracefully.
The services are multidisciplinary for both skilled nursing and rehabilitation– focusing on rehabilitative therapy (physical, occupational, speech) and mobility improvement, and medical professionals are on-call– medical directors, nurse practitioners, and physicians.
Overview of White Oak at the Groves Senior Living Community
White Oak at The Groves promises a beautiful assisted living experience with its exquisite services and elegant interior, it ensures a trusted choice with the service there. The upscale retirement home aims to let its residents live a worry-free lifestyle by providing companionship and meaningful conversations to upraise graceful aging. White Oak ensures that each resident lives their life fully in a nurturing environment.
As a proud member of The Groves senior living community, residential living is as vibrant as its services and amenities. Seniors can have seamless access to a full-service salon, transportation, laundry and housekeeping, delicious dining, and fun-filled recreational activities.
Overview of Forest View Senior Living at the Groves
Forest View Senior Living at the Groves is an independent living community in Independence, Missouri, operating under the broader Groves campus brand. It accepts Medicaid, which is a meaningful access point for independent living communities in Missouri where private-pay-only options are the norm.
Pets are welcome. Religious services are available on-site. The amenity set includes a beauty salon and barbershop, carports and garages for residents with vehicles, and laundry facilities. A recreational curriculum rounds out the lifestyle programming, alongside dining and social activities that the profile references without detailing further.
The Walk Score is 15, so a car is a practical necessity for most errands and appointments. That said, the on-site amenities cover enough daily needs that residents without regular transportation aren’t entirely without options.
For older adults in the Independence area looking for independent living with Medicaid acceptance and a standard set of community amenities, Forest View at The Groves covers the basics in a car-dependent suburban setting.
Blue Hills Rest Home is a tightly knit assisted living in Independence. Residents are guaranteed to live comfortably and securely with the helpful support and easy accessibility that has become their standard for senior living. Management and staff are encouraged to be with their residents every step of their journey.
Blue Hills offers various services, including ADLs, medication management, mobility assistance, daily meals, scheduled activities, stimulating programs, and 24/7 care available.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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.
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 Memory Care in Independence, MO
What is the average cost of memory care in Independence, MO?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Independence, MO is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Independence, MO?
Memory care in Independence, MO typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Independence, MO?
Memory care communities in Independence, MO typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
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.
Does Missouri Medicaid cover memory care?
Missouri Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 14 memory care communities in Independence, MO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
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