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Memory care in Dunnegan offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Dunnegan is about $5,074 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 16 communities, read 217 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Turners Rock Senior Living Community
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1616 Floor plans available
9.9
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28 reviews
9.9
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28 reviews
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I really can't say enough about Turner's Rock. Initially my parents were in the assisted living section and after my mother passed away my dad had to move to the independent living side. The staff made sure...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.
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Photo of Mission Ridge
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9.7
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10 reviews
9.7
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10 reviews
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Mission Ridge is a beautiful facility. Everyone is genuinely helpful and so kind. It was a difficult decision to move my 91year old mother from the home she loved. However, after a few short weeks of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the Southwest area of Springfield, our brand-new community offers quality senior living at its best. Mission Ridge senior living offers independent retirement living, assisted living and memory care. We feature spacious private apartments and stunning amenities.Our community is...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Springfield
2222 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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29 reviews
9.5
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29 reviews
5 star
70%
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0%
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The staff contacts me for any changes, like meds and moving to a different room and why. The patients are free to roam the facility as they wish (within reason) they make sure anything that can cause harm to...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cedarhurst of Springfield, MOAt Cedarhurst of Springfield, MO, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Springfield, Missouri, offers memory care for those who have received a diagnosis of...
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Photo of Castlewood Senior Living
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9.3
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21 reviews
9.3
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21 reviews
5 star
71%
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5%
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5%
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The carpet in the dining room and in front of some resident doors is stained. Most of the staff is very friendly and very good with my mom. She complains almost every day about the food. It seems they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Castlewood is located in beautiful Nixa Missouri. With a quiet country setting we provide all of the comforts of home, with a convenient location. Just a 30-minute drive will send you back in time right in the heart of Branson Mo. Enjoy all of the attractions it has to offer including shopping,...
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Photo of The Township Senior Living
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9.1
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18 reviews
9.1
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18 reviews
5 star
55%
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33%
3 star
6%
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6%
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The township really gets memory care. They met my mom where she was every day in the disease with love and hope. They helped her with her growing needs each day with kindness and allowed her to live with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of The Fremont Senior Living
88 Photos available
8.5
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52 reviews
8.5
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52 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
27%
3 star
6%
2 star
2%
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2%
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The caregivers provided excellent care for my dad and were genuinely concerned about his well-being. The food was delicious and the ability to order from a menu was a plus for my dad. The environment was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Fremont Senior Living is a Continuum of Care community offering Independent Apartments and Patio Homes, Assisted Living Level Two Suites, and a Memory Care Cottage. The Fremont is a locally owned and operated community that has been providing the highest level of customer service and care to...
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Photo of Hopedale Cottage
55 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.5
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14 reviews
8.5
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14 reviews
5 star
57%
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36%
3 star
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The staff is just wonderful! They were so pleasant and took such good care of my mom! They always had time to talk to her if she wanted to talk. Everything was spotless! Her room was always clean and the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of The Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.4
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15 reviews
8.4
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15 reviews
5 star
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33%
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We liked The Gardens immediately, layout of asst living area dining area as well as rooms is perfect for mom. Don't like the one time activity fee and admin fee for long term care insurance but she loves...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gardens Assisted Living provides senior with the care they need, the independence they want, and the dignity they deserve. Three restaurant-style meals are served daily in our open, naturally lit dining room. Our 24 our nursing staff can help with medication administration, bathing, dressing,...
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They were recommended by our Orthopedist, which really surprised us. It's old and dingy and has been here forever. They have long term nursing, and assisted living here, and this surprised us. We had no...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Lakewood - Assisted Living By Americare
1111 Photos available
5 star
75%
4 star
17%
3 star
8%
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We are comfortable with my mother in law move to this community. We know she is safe, and receiving good care. The community looks good, they do a good job with the cleanliness of the facility. They have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at Lakewood.Lakewood and The Arbors at Lakewood are located in Springfield off the James River Freeway and South Campbell near two hospitals. Lakewood is...
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Photo of Ravenwood and Arbors at Ravenwood
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5 star
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3 star
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I pop in at various times and days therefore I can say with confidence that the care takers there are respectful and provide immediate attention whenever possible. I have never seen or heard anyone be short...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at Ravenwood Assisted Living and Arbors.The Arbors at Ravenwood Assisted Living by Americare is a special care community for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s...
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The Arbors at Glendale Gardens staff keep me very well informed. Sometimes I think they are a bit understaffed and the workers are quite young. My mother is very happy there. She is confused and that's why...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at The Arbors at Glendale Gardens.Glendale Gardens is located on South Main Street in beautiful Clinton, MO. Clinton is perched on the edge of Truman Lake Park...
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8.0
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When it comes to the activities they haven't really had a chance to get our anywhere because of the weather. However, our loved one likes it there. It makes it much easier to know she is so loved by all the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Dunnegan, MO

The average cost of senior living in Dunnegan is $5,074 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weaubleau, MO with an average of $4,555 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dunnegan, MO vs. nearby cities

Dunnegan, MO
$5,074/mo
$4,904/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dunnegan, MO vs. the state and national average

Dunnegan, MO
$5,074/mo
U.S. national average
$5,448/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dunnegan vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,074/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Dunnegan, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$5,146/mo
Studio
$5,162/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,835/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,130/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,665/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dunnegan over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Dunnegan

Recent reviews for memory care in Dunnegan

Lakewood - Assisted Living By Americare in Springfield, MO

5.0
This was not an easy decision to make. Not at all. We cared for my mother for a few years at home but wandering in the middle of the night started and it became a safety issue for my mother. Having toured several facilities in the Springfield Missouri area, both my sister and I agreed that the ...
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Ravenwood and Arbors at Ravenwood in Springfield, MO

5.0
Ravenwood is definitely the perfect place for Mom. Since moving in she has been very happy and made plenty of friends. She enjoys playing bingo and my sisters go to visit her often. I've heard no complaints about the food and the cook is such an awesome person! Since moving in my sisters have ...
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Hopedale Cottage in Ozark, MO

5.0
My mother was at Hopedale this past Spring &Summer. I can’t find the words to express the wonderful care she received while there. It is exceptionally clean & the food wonderful.Patient care is like they are caring for their own family member. The nursing staff is very caring and watchful of the ...
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Dunnegan review score based on 78 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 78 reviews of 13 Dunnegan memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dunnegan review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Dunnegan review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Dunnegan, MO13 facilities
9.0
Fair Play, MO14 facilities
9.2
Humansville, MO13 facilities

Review subcategories for Dunnegan memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 78 reviews of 13 Dunnegan memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dunnegan resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Dunnegan, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.5
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Dunnegan memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunnegan memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunnegan, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Dunnegan memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Dunnegan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dunnegan, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
92.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
76.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.6%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dunnegan memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Dunnegan Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dunnegan, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
92.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
84.6%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
92.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
46.2%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dunnegan memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dunnegan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunnegan, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.8%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunnegan memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dunnegan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dunnegan, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.2%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
61.5%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunnegan memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Dunnegan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dunnegan, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
76.9%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
69.2%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
84.6%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
84.6%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
92.3%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
76.9%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.2%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Turners Rock Senior Living Community, Mission Ridge and Cedarhurst of Springfield are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dunnegan, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 16 memory care facilities near Dunnegan, Missouri. See the full list.

The 16 memory care facilities near you in Dunnegan, Missouri typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dunnegan, Missouri, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Dunnegan, Missouri, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Dunnegan, Missouri ranges from $649 to $8525. The average Memory Care cost in Dunnegan, Missouri is $5,074. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dunnegan, Missouri typically starts at $649. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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