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Assisted living costs in Dessa average about $3,660 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 63 communities in Dessa. Our detailed directory has 235 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Oak Pointe of Neosho
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What we like the most about Oak Pointe is that the workers seem to really care about patients...individual care...knowledgeable. We would certainly recommend the community to other families based on 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.
Oak Pointe of Neosho is an Assisted Living and Memory Care Community offering private rental apartments and a variety of services. Oak Pointe is a place where support, relationships, and comfort come together, creating a senior community that residents proudly call home. Our assisted living and...
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My mom brags on the staff, how clean they keep her room and the place itself, they know what she wants and her needs, and she loves the food. She stays in room a lot but when he does activities especially...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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 Spring Hill.Spring Hill Assisted Living is nestled in the quiet hillside surroundings of Beautiful Neosho Missouri. Known to the locals as the “Flowerbox City”...
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Concordia of Bella Vista is more like an apartment complex with a kitchen serving meals and room and laundry service. Once a resident needs help beyond that like incontinence they are forced to leave....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
As a trusted landmark in northwest Arkansas for over 50 years, Concordia of Bella Vista is deeply committed to providing an enjoyable and fulfilling lifestyle for each of our independent living and assisted living residents.Perched high on a ridge overlooking Little Sugar and Tanyard Creeks,...
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Caring, bubbly personalities, helpful. Facility is nice and clean. Well maintained. Staff is friendly and attentive. Good communication.
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.
When it’s time to choose a senior living community where you or a loved one can Live Life Well®, Village on the Park Bentonville in Bentonville, Arkansas, may just be the perfect choice. Our community offers you or your loved one a variety of lifestyle and care options, including Independent...
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Modern amenities and good location. Large floor plans, nice flooring and appliances. Large showers and closets. Staff is quick to respond when there is a maintenance request. Various food options and quality...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Rogers, Arkansas, Pinnacle Groves senior living community offers a diverse range of living options tailored to your unique lifestyle. Whether you seek independent living, assisted living, or memory care, we have the ideal solution for you.Our...
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Village on the Park, Bentonville Memory Care: During her six month stay, our Mom received adequate care from the staff who usually were extremely attentive and had a positive attitude to care for her needs....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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The staff had a passion to know the residents and interact with them hourly. Everything was very clean and fresh. They encouraged family visits and were always welcoming.
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 Brookfield at Highland Crossing serves each resident a well rounded, supportive and active lifestyle all within the security of a warm and friendly northwest Arkansas community.We are dedicated to bringing you a peace of mind in a beautifully designed spacious single level apartments....
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Expensive and we felt for the cost, overall care could have been better, we were under the impression that they were short on staff and having difficulty hiring quality staff, but there was no reflection 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.
We do the work so that you can live the life you’ve always wanted.The Wildwood offers services and amenities that make life open and full of opportunity for residents. We bring events to residents. We take care of tidying up. We work with residents and families to make a health plan. We do the...
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5 stars for all. Grandpa enjoyed his stay there. The Facility was clean. He enjoyed the food and Staff was very friendly. We will definitely use them again in the future, should we need Respite care for...
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 Bungalows at Springdale is a licensed Assisted Living Level I community that has proudly served seniors and those who love them for over a decade. We are ideally located near the Upscale Har-Ber Meadows neighborhood convenient to all that Springdale has to offer. Residents enjoy our tranquil...
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I can say that my parents both like it there. My dad was skeptical and more negative about having to be there at first but he has come around as he does like how the nursing and personal contact staff...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Via Christi Village is an assisted living community in Pittsburg Kansas. You will find our assisted living community easy to access for visitors coming from all parts of the city .Via Christi is dedicated to the independence of each resident within our secured environment. We provide ample...
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Photo of Bristol Manor of Aurora
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I'm 72 have been here for 2 months it is a very awesome living facility the employees are very caring and helpful. I recommend this facility to everyone. Thank you wonderful meals located near grocery store...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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The staff at Prestige are very friendly. They care a lot about the residents. The room sizes and amenities are fine. They have been just fine with communication to the family.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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We were overall satisfied with the care they provided Mom and Dad. Two points of concern. First, the food is mediocre at best. They told us they had a chef on staff but the food was equivalent to a school...
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.
Oak Pointe of Carthage is intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older adults, offering a harmonious blend of comfort, safety, and support. We provide both assisted living and memory care services tailored to enhance the quality of life for our residents.A place where support,...
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They have a terrific staff! It's clean & smells fresh, the food is so so from what I hear but there's variety & plenty to eat.
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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My mom is doing really great at this community. The staff is very caring and helpful. Mom loves all of the meals and variety. She stays active with great activities. The community is very clean and nice. We...
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 Silver Creek.Silver Creek and The Arbors at Silver Creek is located on Texas Avenue in beautiful Joplin, MO. Joplin is in southwest Missouri in the “four...
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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.
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.
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 Foxberry Terrace.Foxberry Terrace is located in Webb City, Missouri. We specialize in person centered care offering a home away from home atmosphere. Our staff...
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Our loved one at times is not very happy with the meals but other than that our loved one and our family are really happy with Carl Junction. She loves her apartment, whenever she needs something the staff...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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My friend uses to live at one of the sister communities to this property and his experience has been much better than where he was. He is doing very well making friends enjoying his new surroundings. He...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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She has not been in there for long, but so far everything has been great. They take good care of her. I can go in there and anyone who is on staff knows what's going on. It's been a good experience thus far.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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 Maple Tree Terrace.Maple Tree Terrace is located in beautiful Carthage, MO, just minutes away from Mercy McCune Brooks Hospital. Located in the heart of...
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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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Most all of the staff is very friendly and they do have a new activity director who keeps everyone engaged. They could improv on the quality of care by hiring and retention of staff. There are occasionally...
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.
Our mission is to be the best place a senior adult has ever lived. We prioritize helping residents remain connected to friends, family and community, and always maintain a firm commitment to well-being that nourishes the body, mind and spirit. Assisted Living At Oak Pointe, we start with...
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When we were able to visit the cleanliness of the community was really good, and we never had any complaints when it came to the care services. We thought the value was on par with everything else we saw in...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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The people at the front desk are very friendly and if we have any questions they address it right away and take care of any issues. The community is very well taken care of, well managed and very clean. It...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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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My father was not here very long. The staff was very nice and understanding with his needs. They do have activities that are offered. The community is very nice and clean. I would recommend this for good...
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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.
When you visit Oswego Home Place, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments. Our care...
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Bristol Manor of Lamar did a great job overall. It was a nice looking, well kept, clean facility, and the people all seemed very friendly. They also serve some very good home-cooked food!
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Cost of assisted living in Dessa, MO

The average cost of senior living in Dessa is $3,660 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seneca, MO with an average of $3,551 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dessa, MO vs. nearby cities

Dessa, MO
$3,660/mo
$3,551/mo
$3,764/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dessa, MO vs. the state and national average

Dessa, MO
$3,660/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dessa vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
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$5,095/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dessa, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$4,337/mo
Studio
$4,438/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,562/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,893/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,957/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Dessa over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dessa, MO

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What families are saying about assisted living in Dessa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dessa

Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Pittsburg

4.0
So far everything is working out well for my mother here. She has been in the hospital a bit, so her time has been limited. The staff have been pretty decent. The residents have been nice and friendly. I know she is going be safe and in good hands. So far this is a community I would recommend.

Oak Pointe of Carthage

5.0
We picked this community, because of the location, and it's close to my home.. It's a great place. I guess they are all pricey, but I would definitely recommend it. It's about 15 min further away but the cost is much more affordable for whats in the bank.

Oak Pointe of Monett

4.6
Giving overall experience a 4 only because I'm giving quality of care and value for cost 4's. Quality of care - Have noticed my mom wears the same clothes several days in a row and was told by a relative that she smelled on one occasion. Not sure if it's the staffs duty to see that she's ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Varied meal options and accommodating food services. Many reviews mention the importance of meal quality and food options for residents at various communities. At Chapters Living of Joplin, the nurses are very nice, and while the food is fine, residents have the option of ordering sandwiches or hamburgers if they don't prefer the main meal. At ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Reviews consistently praise the kindness and willingness of staff members to go above and beyond for residents. At Brookfield Bella Vista, the staff painted a resident's room to her request and the activity department arranges outings that residents enjoy. At Village on the Park Bentonville, ...
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Cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness is a significant concern for residents and their families, and many reviews highlight the importance of clean and well-maintained facilities. At Brookfield Bella Vista, the housekeeping staff is wonderful, and residents have complimented the cleanliness of their rooms. At Oak Poin ...
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Individualized living spaces. Residents value having personal living spaces that cater to their individual preferences and needs. At Oak Pointe of Neosho, the room sizes are generous and there is plenty of open community space. At Pinnacle Groves, although it's a newly built facility, some residents feel left out due to ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Socializing and staying engaged is essential for residents' overall well-being, and many reviews highlight the importance of diverse and interesting activities. At Oak Pointe of Neosho, residents enjoy outings outside the facility, and there are numerous scheduled activities for residents to p ...
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Supportive environment for emotional needs. Emotional support and encouragement are crucial aspects of senior living, and many reviews mention the importance of a caring and compassionate community. At Chapters Living of Joplin, the staff provided exceptional support during a loved one's passing, and at Brookfield Bella Vista, the sta ...
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Dessa review score based on 107 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 107 reviews of 52 Dessa assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dessa review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Dessa review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Dessa, MO52 facilities
8.5
Seneca, MO7 facilities
7.6
Goodman, MO70 facilities

Review subcategories for Dessa assisted living

When assisted living 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 107 reviews of 52 Dessa assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dessa resident and family assisted living 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.
Dessa, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dessa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dessa assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dessa, 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 Dessa assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Dessa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dessa, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
52.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.2%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.2%
57%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.2%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.6%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.6%
53.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dessa assisted living

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 Dessa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dessa, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.9%
51.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dessa assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dessa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dessa, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.5%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
16.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Dessa assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dessa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dessa, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.3%
18.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dessa assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Dessa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dessa, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
36.5%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.2%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.9%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.5%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
36.5%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.7%
46.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Dessa

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dessa protect seniors.

Learn about Missouri Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Concordia of Bella Vista, Village on the Park Bentonville and Oak Pointe of Neosho are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dessa, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 63 assisted living facilities near Dessa, Missouri. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Dessa, Missouri is Concordia of Bella Vista. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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