The Cambridge Senior Living

The Cambridge Senior Living

Overview of The Cambridge Senior Living

Awarded the US News and World Report’s Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care from 2022 to 2023, The Cambridge Senior Living located in the serene South Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO, is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With beautifully designed and spacious residences, seniors enjoy comfort and relaxation at its finest. A competent and highly skilled strives to deliver top-tier care and support for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

Discover new interests and relive passions with fun activities and exciting events conducted for seniors seeking an active and well-rounded lifestyle. Feel your best with delightful and nutritious meals that satisfy dietary needs and tastes. The Cambridge Senior Living is a haven for seniors looking to live their golden years in comfort and luxury with its scenic campus filled with incredible amenities and peaceful spaces.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #67 / 545Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th 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.
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About this community

Awards

2025 Best Independent Living by U.S. News & World Report

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Bistro
Concierge
Housekeeping
Transportation
Specific ProgramsEvents & Entertainment, Restaurant
Touring HoursAvailable evenings & weekends

Pricing & Financial Information

Price Range$2,145 - $3,060 per month

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Dylan Hollister-Graham

Executive Director

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to The Cambridge 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. 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. 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.
Gardens Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
Springfield (Mark Twain)
148
Facility 148
MO AVG 96
Rank #58 / 450
Yes
47
Facility 47
MO AVG 46
Rank #274 / 545
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBslc II
30
Facility 30
MO AVG 10
Rank #23 / 227
A+
Springfield Skilled Care Center
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Springfield
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 96
Rank #87 / 450
No
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 46
Rank #401 / 545
-Springfield Healthcare Management, LLC-A+
Cedarhurst of Springfield
IL
AL
MC
Springfield
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 96
Rank #317 / 450
Yes
94
Facility 94
MO AVG 46
Rank #5 / 545
ALF** (66)Maple Wood Managem4Ent Mo, LLC
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 10
Rank #116 / 227
-
NorthPark Village Senior Living
IL
ADC
AL
HOS
RC
Ozark
52
Facility 52
MO AVG 96
Rank #380 / 450
Yes
18
Facility 18
MO AVG 46
Rank #457 / 545
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedOzark Residential, LLC
42
Facility 42
MO AVG 10
Rank #9 / 227
-
The Cambridge Senior Living
IL
Springfield (Meador Park)-Yes
75
Facility 75
MO AVG 46
Rank #67 / 545
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Missouri

The Cambridge Senior Living is located in Springfield, 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 Cambridge Senior Living

What neighborhood is The Cambridge Senior Living in?

The Cambridge Senior Living is in the Meador Park neighborhood of Springfield.

Is The Cambridge Senior Living in a walkable area?

The Cambridge Senior Living has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Does The Cambridge Senior Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at The Cambridge Senior Living on this page.

Are pets allowed at The Cambridge Senior Living?

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

Are there photos of The Cambridge Senior Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Cambridge Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Cambridge Senior Living?

The Cambridge Senior Living is located at 2900 S Jefferson Ave, Springfield, MO 65807.

What is the phone number of The Cambridge Senior Living?

(417) 882-2223 will put you in contact with the team at The Cambridge Senior Living.

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