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10 Best Nursing Homes in Forest City, MO

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Forest City is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 23 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Forest City, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Forest City is about $3,413, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 34 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Forest City, MO

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Photo of Vintage Gardens
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55 Floor plans available
8.9
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28 reviews
8.9
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28 reviews
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We felt my mother was very well taken care of. The ladies that looked after her were nothing short of amazing. The facility was pretty and clean. Very much appreciated all that was done for her in her 2...
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.
Settle into a beautiful country setting at Vintage Gardens while enjoying modern amenities and desired services in St. Joseph, Missouri. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community provides several floor plans with a range of conveniences such as full-sized kitchenettes and walk-in closets....
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My mom is a resident at Vintage Park at Hiawatha and overall things have been great. As for the friendliness/staff, one of the aides is rude but the rest are wonderful. Mom is a very picky eater, but the...
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.
Vintage Park at Hiawatha is an assisted living community in beautiful rural Kansas. Residents enjoy being a part of an active, vibrant community with a wealth of social activities and delicious, restaurant-style dining. Vintage Park at Hiawatha offers supportive assistance when and where it is...
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You always wonder if the price is too cheap and not a good place but this place has the BEST staff and at an inexpensive price and no add-ons. Lots of communication. What you would expect form the most...
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.
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From what I am told my mom really likes the community. She seems to be enjoying herself and participating in social events. She says the food is very good and she enjoys it. My mom or my sister have not...
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.
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.
Photo of Jonesbrook Estates, LLC
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.
Photo of Falls City Care Ctr
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 Green Acres
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 Chilton Place
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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Photo of Heartland RCF
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 Eastgate Manor
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Bliss Manor Assisted Living
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Forest City, MO

The average cost of senior living in Forest City is $3,413 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Barnard, MO with an average of $3,063 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forest City, MO vs. nearby cities

Forest City, MO
$3,413/mo
$3,449/mo
$3,501/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forest City, MO vs. the state and national average

Forest City, MO
$3,413/mo
U.S. national average
$4,857/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forest City vs. other types of senior living

$4,631/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,413/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Forest City, MO by room type

Studio
$4,298/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,875/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,800/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Forest City over time

Forest City, MOMO stateNational

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Forest City

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Forest City

Vintage Park at Hiawatha

5.0
We picked this community because, it's close to the family. They have been so kind, and really help to transition my loved ones. It's a a small community, and they treat the residents like family. They bend over backwards to accommodate them. My loved one is comfortable. I would recommend to ...
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Vintage Gardens in Saint Joseph, MO

4.4
The marketing Lady very nice to work with, getting a a tour, answering all questions. No fluff-honest The Administrator excellent in setting up the Villas pricing, payment method and services for the Villa's. The maintanance staff including Housekeeping · Very efficient, Nice people

Forest City nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest City nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest City, 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 Forest City nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Forest City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest City, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.1%
2.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
23.1%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
15.4%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.1%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest City nursing homes

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 Forest City Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest City, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
15.4%
3.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
7.7%
5.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest City nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Forest City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest City, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
1.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest City nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Forest City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest City, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest City nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Forest City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest City, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.4%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.1%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
0.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.4%
0.4%
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Vintage Gardens, Vintage Park at Hiawatha and Vintage Park are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Forest City, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 23 nursing homes facilities near Forest City, Missouri. See the full list.

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