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Assisted living costs in Walnut Shade average about $3,862 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Walnut Shade. Our detailed directory has 21 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 The Bungalows at Branson Meadows
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My mother spent two years at the bungalows. She saw it as the best times of her life. They took care of my mother and they always took care of the family members. We were so blessed to have my mother be...
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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Wedgewood has been a very good experience for my dad as well as myself. Very down home family environment. Only issues have been in relation to change in admin and DON.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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If you are looking for an Assisted Living or Independent Living Community for your loved one, The Oaks Retirement Community is the perfect choice! [name removed], [name removed], [name removed] and all of...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Point Lookout Village
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Walnut Shade, MO

The average cost of senior living in Walnut Shade is $3,862 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McCord Bend, MO with an average of $3,609 per month.

Assisted living costs in Walnut Shade, MO, vs. nearby cities

Walnut Shade, MO
$3,862/mo

Assisted living costs in Walnut Shade, MO, vs. state and national averages

Walnut Shade, MO
$3,862/mo
U.S. national average
$4,766/mo

Assisted living costs in Walnut Shade, MO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,862/mo
$4,651/mo

Assisted living costs in Walnut Shade, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,875/mo
Studio
$5,383/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,880/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,720/mo

Senior living costs in Walnut Shade vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Walnut Shade, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWalnut Shade, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$3,862/mo$4,006/mo$4,766/mo
Memory Care$4,651/mo$5,473/mo$5,517/mo
Independent Living$3,523/mo$3,709/mo$4,180/mo
Assisted Living
Walnut Shade, MO:$3,862/mo
Missouri:$4,006/mo
U.S.:$4,766/mo
Memory Care
Walnut Shade, MO:$4,651/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,517/mo
Independent Living
Walnut Shade, MO:$3,523/mo
Missouri:$3,709/mo
U.S.:$4,180/mo
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Assisted living costs in Walnut Shade, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Walnut Shade and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Walnut Shade, MO

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Walnut Shade have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Walnut Shade, MO$4,375/mo$4,055/mo+7.9%
Missouri$4,839/mo$4,793/mo+1.0%
National$4,529/mo$4,607/mo-1.7%
Walnut Shade, MO
2024 average cost:$4,375/mo
2023 average cost:$4,055/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$4,839/mo
2023 average cost:$4,793/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$4,529/mo
2023 average cost:$4,607/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Walnut Shade, MO

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Walnut Shade.

What families are saying about assisted living in Walnut Shade

Recent reviews for assisted living in Walnut Shade

Essex of Ozark

5.0
I am happy with the care from the staff at this community. This is a smaller community. The community offers a lot of great meals that are home cooked. The community is clean and a nice positive environment. I like that she is happy with they have a dog for her to enjoy. I would highly recommend ...
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Hopedale Cottage in Ozark, MO

5.0
Awesome! Staff went above and beyond their call of duty.

NorthPark Village and Cottages in Ozark, MO

4.9
We couldn't be more pleased with this location. It is more expensive than some others in the area, but it is worth every penny. The services offered are very inclusive and they constantly surprise us with their generous and genuine hospitality. Around here even bad places are outrageous, so ...
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Walnut Shade assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walnut Shade assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walnut Shade, 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 Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walnut Shade 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 Walnut Shade offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walnut Shade, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
30.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Walnut Shade

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Walnut Shade protect seniors.
Learn about Missouri assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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The Bungalows at Branson Meadows, Wedgewood Gardens and The Oaks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Walnut Shade, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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