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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Glenaire, MO

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The cost of independent living in Glenaire is about $2,887 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options.

Read 243 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Kansas City, Lee's Summit and North Kansas City.

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Photo of Our Lady of Mercy Country Home
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5s across the board. Everything has been exceptional and accommodating. Very friendly and homey. Employees are friendly and know all the residents. Love that its all inclusive.
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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Photo of The Wellington Senior Living
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My Mom and Mother in law love it. Bingo and the crafts the entertainment the beauty shop are their Favs. The food is ok. It's always clean and smells good. I would recommend it to anyone who's looking for...
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 Wellington Senior Living is a community that embraces technology to improve the lifestyle, health, and overall well-being of our residents.The Wellington's full service restaurant is open daily from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm with Bistro options available 24 hours a day.The Wellington offers a full...
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1515 Photos available
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112 reviews
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I have lived here for for five years. My life began in a great home in the state of Virginia. After looking at three other retirement places, my son [name removed] brought be back here three times and the...
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.
"RiverstoneKansas City’s Independent Retirement ResortWelcome to Worry-Free Senior Living in Kansas City!Surrounded by beautifully manicured landscapes, our Kansas City-based retirement community of Riverstone is the perfect location for sports, music, and food enthusiasts alike. Just minutes...
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My son & I thought we'd found the perfect place for his Dad. The staff was amazing & we fell in love with the place. The apt was perfect. The only problem was his Dad. My son called it Disneyland for...
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.
The Fountains at GreenbriarWhere serenity and peaceful landscapes meet a vibrant city lifestyle.Explore Independent Living and Short-Term Stays designed just for you in Independence, Missouri.Amenities and services as unique as you.From housekeeping and maintenance to health screenings and...
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1616 Floor plans available
8.7
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114 reviews
8.7
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Easy to get transport to:from doctor appointment. Everyday activities to suit most from walking, board games and meeting with staff. Can arrange assist with shower and for a fee laundry which is picked up...
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.
Garden Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping and linen...
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8.6
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37 reviews
8.6
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When moved in it was great then all of a sudden they got rid of the person who was in charge and they have someone new was not informed of the change. Are not very nice they are to certain people. Not happy...
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.
At The Groves, you’ll find we’re a community dedicated to your comfort and security. We’ll take care of the yard, the housekeeping, and the maintenance, leaving you free to do the things you choose to do! Feel carefree!We are located in Independence, MO-Harry Truman’s choice of retirement...
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8.1
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My friend was the first resident in the Memory Care Unit - now there are 5 residents. The staff has been wonderful. They are very attentive and very caring. The rooms are just studio size but their reasoning...
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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I would say that no matter where a loved one lives that the family or one family member should definitely be involved on a regular basis. Especially someone who needs extra care. Like Alzheimer's. Some...
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.
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is a family owned and operated senior-living community that provides the full continuum of care. The McCrite family opened the original McCrite Plaza in 1975 in Topeka, KS and in December of 2013 opened their Kansas City location in the Northland. Nestled in the bluffs...
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The staff has a high caring level and does an excellent job communicating with me. The housekeeping is dependable. Moving in was easy -- they provide large flat carts and luggage carriers that came in...
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.
Grand Royale Senior LivingGrand Royale Senior Living is a luxury senior living community in Gladstone, Missouri. A suburb of Kansas City, Gladstone sits just 10 minutes from downtown Kansas City, and 10 minutes from the Kansas City airport. Grand Royale is within convenient access to shopping,...
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44 Floor plans available
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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In a week we will move my Mother into Linden Woods Village. We received a fantastic tour from [name removed]. She helped us decide this was the place for my Mother. [name removed] answered all of our...
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.
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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.
Kendallwood Hills Estates has 104 apartment homes and is one of the newest properties north of the river. If you want a home that focuses on family, community, and service, not just amenities, we are the one to see. At Kendallwood Hills Estates, we provide luxury living for the young at heart...

Cost of independent living in Glenaire, MO

The average cost of senior living in Glenaire is $2,887 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kansas City, MO with an average of $2,562 per month.

Independent living costs in Glenaire, MO, vs. state and national averages

Glenaire, MO
$2,887/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Glenaire, MO, vs. other senior living options

$7,361/mo
Independent Living
$2,887/mo

Independent living costs in Glenaire, MO, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,754/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,220/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,251/mo

Senior living costs in Glenaire 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: Glenaire, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlenaire, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$2,887/mo$3,347/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,586/mo$5,576/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,361/mo$6,865/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Glenaire, MO:$2,887/mo
Missouri:$3,347/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Glenaire, MO:$5,586/mo
Missouri:$5,576/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Glenaire, MO:$7,361/mo
Missouri:$6,865/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Glenaire, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Glenaire 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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Independent living cost trends in Glenaire, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glenaire 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Glenaire, MO$2,960/mo$2,901/mo+2.0%
Missouri$3,211/mo$3,091/mo+3.9%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Glenaire, MO
2024 average cost:$2,960/mo
2023 average cost:$2,901/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,211/mo
2023 average cost:$3,091/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Glenaire

Recent reviews for independent living in Glenaire

The Wellington Senior Living in Liberty, MO

4.4
They all seem pleasant and helpful snd try to accommodate your suggestions. However they have to report to their boss too. My mom has recommended to others and a few have moved in. I think this place struggles like all others with retention of employees. It's hard to see someone go that they ...
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Armour Oaks in Kansas City, MO

4.0
They are caring for my wife very well and I am pleased. The community looks great and very clean. The staff is nice and very helpful. There many activities for her to choose from. She enjoys the meals, the food tastes good. I am happy with this community and would recommend it.

Westchester Village of Lenexa

5.0
Thank you Westchester for the great care for my dear aunt. Over the past four years our family has been and continues to be happy with the care the community is giving to our loved one. We appreciate your professionalism and desire to accommodate our needs.

Glenaire independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glenaire independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glenaire, 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 Glenaire 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 Glenaire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glenaire, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
32.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
11.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Glenaire 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 Glenaire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glenaire, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
44.9%
Room service
Room service
60%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glenaire 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 Glenaire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glenaire, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
34.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
44.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70%
39.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
48.5%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
40%
34.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
70%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
47.8%
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Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, The Wellington Senior Living and Riverstone Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glenaire, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Glenaire, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Glenaire, Missouri are Novel Place Blue Springs, Riverstone Retirement Community and Novel Place Overland Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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