Liberty at Shoal Creek

Overview of Liberty at Shoal Creek

Liberty at Shoal Creek is a specially designed independent living community in Kansas City, MO, that has a variety of one- and two-bedroom floor plans for those 55+. The community also promotes a lively and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults can feel at home during their stay. With on-site maintenance, recreational activities, and plenty of apartment features, residents can maintain their independence with ease. Residents can also downsize without hassles, accompanied by its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.

Light exercises, gardening, and social events allow residents to have fun and learn meaningful experiences. A swimming pool, a putting green, and a sports lounge are just some of the many amenities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. Here, residents have easy access to freeways, shopping, and many dining options, with its ideal location in the neighborhood of Kansas City. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Missouri, this independent living community ensures older adults can thrive in their later years.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100 Rank #188 / 545Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 188th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Putting Green
Bocce Ball
Arts & Crafts
Fitness Center
Lounge
Swimming Pool
Spa
Movie Theater
Yoga
Library
Outdoor Grilling Areas
Karaoke Nights
Bark Park
Pet Wash Station
Touring HoursMonday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Wellness Programs

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Swimming Pool

Places of interest near Liberty at Shoal Creek

Address 8800 Ne 82Nd St, Kansas City, MO 64158

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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. 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. 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.
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.
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff Skilled Facility
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Kansas City
220
Facility 220
MO AVG 96
Rank #9 / 450
No
94
Facility 94
MO AVG 46
Rank #5 / 545
Skilled Nursing Facility (56), ALF** (164)Mccrite Plaza At Briarcliff, LLC
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 10
Rank #96 / 227
-
The Bishop Spencer Place, Inc
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Kansas City
118
Facility 118
MO AVG 96
Rank #143 / 450
Yes
94
Facility 94
MO AVG 46
Rank #5 / 545
Skilled Nursing Facility (57), ALF** (61)The Bishop Spencer Place, Inc
30
Facility 30
MO AVG 10
Rank #23 / 227
-
St. Anthony‘s Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Kansas City (South Kansas City)
81
Facility 81
MO AVG 96
Rank #265 / 450
Yes
55
Facility 55
MO AVG 46
Rank #188 / 545
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSt Anthony's LLC--
Brookdale Wornall Place
IL
AL
Kansas City (Country Lane Estates)
68
Facility 68
MO AVG 96
Rank #311 / 450
Yes
30
Facility 30
MO AVG 46
Rank #384 / 545
1 Bed / 2 BedBlc Kansas City-Gc, LLC
48
Facility 48
MO AVG 10
Rank #3 / 227
A+
Liberty at Shoal Creek
IL
Kansas City-Yes
55
Facility 55
MO AVG 46
Rank #188 / 545
1 Bed / 2 Bed---

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Missouri

Liberty at Shoal Creek is located in Kansas City, 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).
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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).
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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).
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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 Liberty at Shoal Creek

Is Liberty at Shoal Creek in a walkable area?

Liberty at Shoal Creek has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Liberty at Shoal Creek?

Yes, Liberty at Shoal Creek allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Liberty at Shoal Creek?

Yes — there are 27 photos of Liberty at Shoal Creek in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Liberty at Shoal Creek?

Liberty at Shoal Creek is located at 8800 Ne 82Nd St, Kansas City, MO 64158.

What is the phone number of Liberty at Shoal Creek?

(816) 407-8885 will put you in contact with the team at Liberty at Shoal Creek.

Does Liberty at Shoal Creek provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Liberty at Shoal Creek is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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