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10 Best Nursing Homes in Howell County, MO

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Howell County 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 44 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Howell County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Howell County is about $4,719, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 133 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Brandsville, Elliot Ford and Moody.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Howell County, MO

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Photo of Cedarhurst of West Plains
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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6 reviews
8.5
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5 star
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I have lived here since opening day and have made many friends. I think that if your loved one would give it a try they would love it. We have many activities with volunteers who come in. We also have a blue...
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.
Cedarhurst of West Plains will be home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 21 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of West Plains strives to be the...
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Photo of Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home
66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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60 reviews
9.8
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60 reviews
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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
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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.
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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9.4
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65 reviews
9.4
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Southern Meadows has been nothing but wonderful to our family for the entire process of moving our loved one into a memory care facility. Each meeting with the Director [name removed] was informative and...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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My father was put in the nursing home on short notice. They were wonderful there. During Covid, the staff gave great care, helped with paperwork, and took very good care of him. Someone called when a...
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.
Americare’s communities offer person-centered skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Resident needs and preferences take priority over work routines and standardized procedures. When you visit an Americare skilled nursing community you’ll see the difference. When you need a level of care...
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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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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.
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.
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.
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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: 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: 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.
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: 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 Ava 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.
Photo of Pioneer Assisted Living
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Howell County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Howell County is $4,719 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eminence, MO with an average of $2,727 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Howell County, MO vs. nearby counties

Howell County, MO
$4,719/mo

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

Howell County, MO
$4,719/mo
U.S. national average
$5,022/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Howell County vs. other types of senior living

$5,517/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,719/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Howell County, MO by room type

Studio
$5,100/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,650/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,850/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Howell County over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Howell County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Howell County

Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home

5.0
Good contact with all departments, repair requests handled in a timely manner, would like to see more flower bed upkeep.

Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home

5.0
We are very impressed with the care my Husband is receiving. I am always greeted by the staff whom know me by name when I come to visit, everyday. All the little details and time matter. ...
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Birch Tree Place

4.9
I would like to Thank ALL of the staff at Birch Tree Place. When my mom was placed there in 2014 at the end of her Renal Failure, they took her in with open arms. My family and I couldn't of asked for a better group of nursing staff and administrator. May God bless each and every one of ...
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Howell County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howell County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howell County, 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 Howell County 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 Howell County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
13.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.7%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Howell County 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 Howell County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
6.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
6.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
13.3%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Howell County 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 Howell County 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
6.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Howell County 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 Howell County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Howell County 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 Howell County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
13.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.7%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
6.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home, Southern Meadows Senior Living and Cedarhurst of West Plains are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Howell County, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 44 nursing homes facilities near Howell County, Missouri. See the full list.

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