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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Post Oak, MO
The cost of independent living in Post Oak is about $3,032 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 20 options. Read 593 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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66 reviews
. It is fairly new and the decor is lovely and the people are very friendly. I felt at home right away. We do a lot of activities in the community and are always welcome.
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.
Affordable conveniences re-imagined for those 55 years and better.More amenities usually means more money in independent living, but at Novel Place you don't have to give up your entire life savings to get the conveniences you desire. Your monthly rent includes dining, light housekeeping,...
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9.3
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34 reviews
Care staff wonderful, administrative personnel are not as communicative as they should be. Beautiful facility. I would recommend.
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 Princeton Senior Living is Lee’s Summit’s premier senior living community. Spend your days enjoying great company and staying active – instead of doing household chores. Try brand new things, enjoy your favorite hobbies, and welcome friends and neighbors excited to share your passion for...
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9.2
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74 reviews
The staff is quite amazing. It is nice that they have an in-house physician dedicated to AL & MC. We were able to do Hospice in her apartment. Very nice that John Knox has varied levels of care available. ...
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.
Since it was established a little more than 40 years ago, John Knox Village has been the leading continuing care retirement community in the Midwest. Situated on a 420-acre campus in Lee's Summit, Mo., the Village is now home to more than 1,800 residents who enjoy a wide array of residential and...
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9.2
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62 reviews
The Parkway Senior living is a very good place for seniors. My mom is in independent living, where both staff and residents are very friendly and interactive with one another. There are a variety 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.
Opened in 2015 - The Parkway Senior Living Community is the first continuing care community in the Blue Springs, Missouri area. The Parkway is designed for the convenience and satisfaction of residents. All services and amenities are provided with attentiveness and professionalism to ensure...
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9.1
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70 reviews
We find there is a lot of value here. My mom is treated very well. They have an onsite doctor and 24 hour care for hire. We couldn't be more happy with the Fountains! They have shopping trips and...
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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77 Floor plans available
8.6
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86 reviews
They've changed management since we first moved her in. Since then, I don't think it's as clean as it used to be. It seems to need some maintenance cleaning, like deep cleaning the carpets, etc. But 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.
Enjoy life on easy street at Solstice Senior Living at Lee’s Summit, where our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care professionals and our proximity to St. Luke’s...
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8.5
Review score
14 reviews
The manager went above and beyond to help me get my daughter situated and settled in. The meals are healthy and well prepared. The managers there,check on her. They have activities daily, some housekeeping...
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.
Living at Elliott Place gives our residents every opportunity to keep active, stay involved and age gracefully. Enhance your lifestyle while taking advantage of the great Opportunities Elliott Place Retirement Community offers! Home Cooked Meals Our chefs plan meals that are similar to ones that...
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8.2
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26 reviews
We were told there would be enough for 2 meals at lunch, but it never seemed that plentiful. There were a lot of offerings for activities, but we couldn't get her to join in anything. It was a very nice...
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.
Fewer chores mean more adventures. This is maintenance-free living at its best.Here at our care retirement community or CCRC just south of Kansas City, you’ll have access to four levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. That...
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8.2
Review score
50 reviews
This commutry made my spouse feel right at home and comfortable to stay at. I have no are concerns about him. Please keep up the good work ?? This was not a easy decision to make letting go of your love one...
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.
Carnegie Village is a luxury, continuing care retirement community located in the city of Belton, Missouri, with a variety of care options available. We are minutes from shopping, restaurants, medical offices, emergency services, and right next to Belton Memorial Park. By locating Independent...
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55 Floor plans available
7.8
Review score
4 reviews
Compared to other communities in the area the value for the money is great - our loved one has a really nice apartment with a bedroom, bathroom, living room and a small kitchen. The residents do not always...
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.
John Knox Village East is one of the most affordable senior living communities in the Lafayette, Johnson, Saline, Ray and Jackson County areas. We are located on 40 acres in Higginsville, MO which is about an hour East of Kansas City. Higginsville was recently named one of the top 10 places to...
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7.5
Review score
80 reviews
We picked this community, because of the central to family members and price and cleanliness. The experience is good. They offer breakfast through the week, activities, lunch to purchase, trips to Walmart...
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 Gardens at Jackson Creek is an independent living community in Independence, MO. Independence is a part of Jackson County and is located just east of Kansas City, lying on the south bank of the Missouri River. Independence boasts many beautiful public parks and a rich frontier history. It's...
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7.0
Review score
7 reviews
Cedarhurst is now Primrose. It's a property In transition, and I've only been here for four months, so I can't pass a-lot of judgment. Presently the food is not great, and they are short of help. But I'm...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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3.0
Review score
8 reviews
The new administrator does a bunch of wonderful things for the residents, there are always plenty of different activities going on. All of the meals that are cooked there are home cooked meals. The 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.
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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1.0
Review score
9 reviews
My loved one loves it here. The community feels homey and cozy for them, and exactly what they wanted. The rooms could be a bit bigger. They seem to be short on staff currently. The community has...
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.
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...
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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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.
Services provided at no additional cost:Private room and private bath3 nutritious meals per day and snacksMedication administration including insulin administrationHousekeeping servicesLaundry serviceActivitiesOur company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our first...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
1.0
Review score
3 reviews
They are professional. The staff is attentive. They are open to suggestions. They show care toward residents. It is clean and smells nice. The food is good. The room size is sufficient. The layout is nice.
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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Cost of independent living in Post Oak, MO
The average cost of senior living in Post Oak is $3,032 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tightwad, MO with an average of $2,694 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Post Oak
Recent reviews for independent living in Post Oak
The Gardens at Jackson Creek in Independence, MO
4.7
[Names Removed] are wonderful to work with and very good to all of the residents.
They took the main entrance room away from the residents to put a "welcome" and often there's no one at it. They have moved the gathering room to a little side room. Highly disappointed in that decision and don't ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents consistently praise the wide range of social activities offered at various communities, such as movie nights, gardening classes, and group outings. At The Princeton Senior Living, my parents have enjoyed all of the activities and I would highly recommend The Princeton for retirement ...
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Helpful and friendly community staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of community staff members, including the assistance provided during the moving process and ongoing support for residents. At The Gardens at Jackson Creek, the staff's warm and caring nature has led to meaningful friendships between reside ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Fountains at Greenbriar, the restaurant and coffee shop next to the building serve excellent food and the servers are friendly and patient. The chef at Novel Place Blue Springs accommodates dietary ...
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Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Many residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, from the private rooms to the communal areas and outdoor spaces. At Novel Place Blue Springs, the library and common areas are kept neat and tidy, while The Parkway Senior Living residents enjoy the convenient locatio ...
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Access to convenient amenities and services. Communities with on-site amenities and services, such as laundry facilities and transportation options, receive positive feedback from residents. At Solstice Senior Living at Lee's Summit, Solstice Senior Living at Lee's Summit offers shuttle services, aging in place options, and select rehabi ...
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Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of their senior living communities, allowing residents to easily make new friends and feel at home. At Elliott Place, the management bent over backwards to provide a place for my mother, and she has made many new connections at her ...
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Post Oak independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Post Oak independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Post Oak, 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 Post Oak 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 Post Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Post Oak, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Post Oak 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 Post Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Post Oak, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.8%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
47.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Post Oak 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 Post Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
36.8%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.7%
45.7%
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Novel Place Blue Springs, The Princeton Senior Living and John Knox Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Post Oak, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 20 independent living facilities near Post Oak, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Post Oak, Missouri is Novel Place Blue Springs. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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