The Groves
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Independence, MO

The Groves

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Independence, MO

Overview of The Groves

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.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #262 / 563Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd out of 563 homes in Missouri. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Missouri facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Missouri that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactLenny Heater, Administrator (per BBB, record updated May 2026)

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Independence's city center to The Groves's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Nursing Homes around Independence

The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.

4 facilities compared · CMS & MO Dept. of Health data

Sunterra Springs Independence
NH
SNF
Independence
38
Facility 38
MO AVG 97
Rank #424 / 454
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #1 / 434
+50%
3.37
Facility 3.37
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #187 / 282
+95%-10%
$0
Facility $0
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #1 / 289
22
Facility 22
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #89 / 287
4.4
Facility 4.4
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #98 / 287
-36-
30
Facility 30
MO AVG 45
Rank #386 / 563
Johnathan Bangerter
$6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #143 / 292
$2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #192 / 292
43.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #239 / 292
265864
Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s
NH
MC
PC
SNF
Blue Springs
130
Facility 130
MO AVG 97
Rank #76 / 454
64.6%
Facility 64.6%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #242 / 434
-3%
2.74
Facility 2.74
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #253 / 282
-36%-27%
$0
Facility $0
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #1 / 289
35
Facility 35
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #172 / 287
11.7
Facility 11.7
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #284 / 287
184-
64
Facility 64
MO AVG 45
Rank #135 / 563
Ignite St Marys Jv LLC
$13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #27 / 292
$5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #52 / 292
39%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #264 / 292
265759
The Rehabilitation Center of Independence
NH
PC
SNF
Independence
130
Facility 130
MO AVG 97
Rank #76 / 454
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #35 / 434
+36%
2.85
Facility 2.85
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #248 / 282
-81%-24%
$135.7k
Facility $135.7k
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #267 / 289
56
Facility 56
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #242 / 287
11.2
Facility 11.2
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #281 / 287
5122-
18
Facility 18
MO AVG 45
Rank #460 / 563
Kendel Brooks
$11.4MFiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 08/2024
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #60 / 292
$5.7MFiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 08/2024
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #50 / 292
50.3%Fiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility 50.3%Fiscal year ending 08/2024
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #162 / 292
265693
Independence Manor Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Independence
99
Facility 99
MO AVG 97
Rank #186 / 454
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #321 / 434
-18%
4.02
Facility 4.02
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #103 / 282
+23%+7%
$0
Facility $0
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #1 / 289
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #125 / 287
9.3
Facility 9.3
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #274 / 287
-46-
81
Facility 81
MO AVG 45
Rank #43 / 563
Independence Manor Inc
$6.0MFiscal year ending 11/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 11/2023
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #135 / 292
$3.4MFiscal year ending 11/2023
Facility $3.4MFiscal year ending 11/2023
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #129 / 292
56.8%Fiscal year ending 11/2023
Facility 56.8%Fiscal year ending 11/2023
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #103 / 292
265682

Financial Assistance for
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The Groves is located in Independence, 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 Groves

What neighborhood is The Groves in?

The Groves is in the The Groves neighborhood of Independence.

Is The Groves in a walkable area?

The Groves has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of The Groves?

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

What is the address of The Groves?

The Groves is located at 1415 W White Oak St, Independence, MO 64050.

What is the phone number of The Groves?

(816) 254-3500 will put you in contact with the team at The Groves.

Is The Groves Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Groves is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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