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The cost of independent living in Elsey is about $3,756 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 274 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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I would give 5 to it all but I'm moving my parents to [community name removed] because my dad recently had to have a catheter and they don't do those there! The staff they were awesome!!!! Food 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.
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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I like that the independent living condos are separate and since there are relatively few (20ish) the residents can feel that they are part of a smaller community. I would recommend the condos at The...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Gardens, a Bethesda Senior Living Community is a non-profit, faith- based independent retirement living community that has been located in southwest Springfield, Missouri since 2001. This retirement community has everything active seniors are looking for and great customer service provided by...
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55 Floor plans available
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The Waterford at Ironbridge is a wonderful place! The staff although small are very helpful and caring! At the e d of the day all needs have been met. Not only is the staff kind the resident are always...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Put a spring in your step at The Waterford at Ironbridge. Our community offers exceptional Independent Living services in Springfield, Missouri. From thoughtfully designed floor plans to the world-class service and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may just find that we have...
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The facility seems very well run and the staff have been fantastic to work with on every thing. The staff has been very supportive of our resident and family.
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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The overall experience is great. The cleanliness is good. They are currently short of cleaning staff so there are times it shows. Quality of care is excellent. I call it loving care. The staff is very caring...
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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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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She's pleased with North Park Village & Cottages. It is very clean. All the staff seems really helpful. I ate all the meals there and the staff is good about observing everyone. There are so few residents...
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.
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 NorthPark Village.Our staff is trained in “spoiling” our residents with our Hometown Hospitality way of life. We pride ourselves in providing excellent care in...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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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: Independent Living
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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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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: Independent Living
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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 Baptist Home community had over a year wait list because it was so good, we called them explaining our loved ones situation at her previous community which was so bad and they moved us in within a month....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of independent living in Elsey, MO

The average cost of senior living in Elsey is $3,756 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marionville, MO with an average of $3,382 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elsey, MO vs. nearby cities

Elsey, MO
$3,756/mo
$3,457/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elsey, MO vs. the state and national average

Elsey, MO
$3,756/mo
U.S. national average
$4,216/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elsey vs. other types of senior living

$5,067/mo
Independent Living
$3,756/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elsey, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$4,740/mo
Studio
$4,209/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,142/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,858/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,028/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Elsey over time

Elsey, MOMO stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Elsey

Recent reviews for independent living in Elsey

The Township Senior Living in Battlefield, MO

4.1
Friendly, helpful staff. Nice facility. Visit twice weekly and consistent care and experience. I would recommend them to others looking.

Castlewood Senior Living in Nixa, MO

4.2
The kitchen staff are amazing and take great care of my loved one. However, the front desk staff are not the best communication wise. This is a nice safe community for seniors, it is a very comfortable setting. However, make sure you are on top of communication with management.

The Fremont Senior Living in Springfield, MO

4.7
We do think the meals and dining service is pretty good, but right now due to covid the food is being delivered to their rooms. The community has a calendar that lists activities for the residents, and there seems to always be a good amount of things for the residents to do.

Elsey independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elsey independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elsey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elsey, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Elsey independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elsey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.3%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
50%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elsey independent 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 independent living communities in Elsey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
47%
Dances
Dances
58.3%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
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Mission Ridge, The Gardens Independent Living and The Waterford at Ironbridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elsey, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Elsey, Missouri. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Elsey, Missouri are Mission Ridge and The Waterford at Ironbridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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