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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Girdner, MO
The cost of independent living in Girdner is about $3,458 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 24 options. Read 477 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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9.9
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28 reviews
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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9.9
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21 reviews
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
Care types provided by this community
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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9.8
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121 reviews
Dad loved Iron Bridge but unfortunately moved out in [date removed] due to declining health and need for more care We like that it is Friendly family like
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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9.7
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60 reviews
PT was good for my body. Stroke in Jan. Right side of body was weak. PT strengthened my left knee and arm. My right knee some better. Rec Center is great place if you need therapy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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9.7
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10 reviews
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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9.4
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83 reviews
Staff is very un friendly. Food is low quality. Portions are small. Just because they are seniors doesn't mean they have to watch their weight. Some still have their teeth. Some of the services that were...
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.
The Cambridge Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Conveniently nestled within four manicured acres in downtown Springfield, you'll enjoy a beautiful, peaceful home in the heart of it all. Residents have easy access to all the shopping, golf,...
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9.3
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21 reviews
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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9.1
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18 reviews
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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9.0
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33 reviews
The apartments are nice (I guess that comes under "clean") the atrium is pretty, gives a sense of spaciousness! The on your own activities like the library and the exercise area are not stuck off in ...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Live the good life at The Montclair, offering Independent Living services in Springfield, Missouri. From thoughtfully designed floor plans to world-class service and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may just find that we have thought of everything. Each of our floor plan...
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8.9
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10 reviews
The facility is beautiful and the staff is superb!! My mom has made many new friends as well. An excellent place for my mom. Apartment size is perfect. Many amenities include ride every Sunday to church,...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Experience the highest standard of living available to retirees in Southwest Missouri. At the Preston, life is one long, never-ending vacation, with amenities specifically designed to cater not only to your needs, but unique interests. Enjoy our wide selection of programs, daily five-star dining,...
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8.5
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52 reviews
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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7.5
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9 reviews
They were so welcoming and thoughtful. Beautiful grounds and different level of options for living situation from individual homes, duplexes, apartment living, assisted living if needed, rehab, nursing home....
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.
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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...
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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.
Opening in mid 2016, Ingram Mill Villa's is Springfield's Premier 55+ Luxury Lifestyle! 1 and 2 bedroom villas with hardwood floors, granite counter tops and space galore will be just among the few features that you will love about this community! The Villas are part of The Wooten Company, which...
8.0
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1 review
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
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, 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
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of independent living in Girdner, MO
The average cost of senior living in Girdner is $3,458 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bakersfield, MO with an average of $1,948 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Girdner, MO vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Girdner
Recent reviews for independent living in Girdner
Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home
5.0
Very quick to respond to any concern when interested and moving in. The food in the apartments is delicious. I am really enjoying my time here. Pet friendly.
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.
Maranatha Village, Inc in Springfield, MO
3.8
The quality of the housing seems to be very good. It's a new and updated facility, and the apartment size offerings are very good, especially given the price of the rent. The availability of activities has been pretty good, given Covid throwing a wrench in everything. But they're kind of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews consistently express the friendly and inclusive environment at many senior living communities, including The Waterford at Ironbridge, where residents and staff foster strong relationships. Several residents mention the sense of family and camaraderie that keeps them engaged and happy.
Well-maintained facilities with excellent dining. Residents at multiple communities, such as The Preston Luxury Living and The Waterford at Ironbridge, praise the clean and updated facilities, as well as the high-quality food and dining experiences. Many express appreciation for the accommodating nature of staff in meeting various dietary n ...
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Engaging activities tailored to residents' interests. Several community reviews highlight the diverse range of activities and outings, which cater to various hobbies and socialization needs. At The Cambridge Senior Living, for example, residents participate in regular outings, cultural events, and educational workshops.
Personalized care and attentive staff. Multiple reviews mention the dedicated and compassionate caregivers who make a positive difference in residents' lives at communities like The Gardens Independent Living and The Waterford at Ironbridge. Staff members go above and beyond to ensure safety, comfort, and overall well-being.
Access to convenient amenities and services. Reviews for various senior living communities, like The Preston Luxury Living and The Montclair, often mention the convenience of having essential services, such as laundry and housekeeping, readily available on-site. This allows residents to maintain their independence and focus on enjoyabl ...
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Plentiful opportunities for socialization. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of socializing and meeting new people in the senior living experience. Communities such as The Waterford at Ironbridge and The Fremont Senior Living offer ample opportunities for social interaction through planned activities, group outings, and daily ...
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Girdner independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Girdner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Girdner, 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 Girdner 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 Girdner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Girdner 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 Girdner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Girdner, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
55%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Girdner 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 Girdner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Turners Rock Senior Living Community, The Gardens Independent Living and The Waterford at Ironbridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Girdner, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 24 independent living facilities near Girdner, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Girdner, Missouri are The Waterford at Ironbridge and The Cambridge Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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