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10 Best Nursing Homes in Locust, MO

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Locust 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 40 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Locust, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Locust is about $4,312, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 175 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Locust, MO

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Photo of Southern Meadows Senior Living
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9.6
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72 reviews
9.6
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72 reviews
5 star
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I did have a bad experience with, Southern Meadows, but I have to say that it scored high on these section questions that you have ask about, here! If your family member is wanting to leave the facility,...
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.
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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8.6
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20 reviews
8.6
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20 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
15%
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20%
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0%
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What we like the most about Century Place is that the staff is super friendly as well as the administrators. And it is always clean!! We would 100% recommend this community to other families based on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Century Pines Assisted Living is located in the beautiful neighborhoods of Ozark, MO. Century Pines is situated on a picturesque terrain, and the ambient landscapes that stretch far and beyond are set to give our residents a wonderful place to call home. When you visit Century Pines, your view...
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1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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6 reviews
8.5
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6 reviews
5 star
67%
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0%
3 star
33%
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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.
At Cedarhurst of West Plains, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in West Plains, Missouri, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory...
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Photo of Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home
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22 Floor plans available
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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.
Photo of The Bungalows at Branson Meadows
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1212 Floor plans available
7.5
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15 reviews
7.5
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15 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
20%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
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The staff was very responsive when my mothers condition declined( she had been mostly independent before) and she was placed on hospice they worked very well with the hospice team and were very kind and...
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.
Riverview Residential Place is a 40 bed, state licensed Residential Care II Facility that is located on seven and a half acres of the Finley River in Ozark, Missouri. Just minutes from Springfield and Branson, this facility offers a home-like atmosphere with 24-hour protective oversight for...
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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
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: 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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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.
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
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 Maple Esplanade 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.
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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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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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.
Photo of Lamplight Village
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 Point Lookout Village
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
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 Country Living 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.
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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.
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.
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Photo of Ozark Nursing & Care Ctr
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 Ozark Country Village Inc
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 Coachlight Village
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 Locust, MO

The average cost of senior living in Locust is $4,312 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mountain Grove, MO with an average of $3,087 per month.

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

Locust, MO
$4,312/mo
$4,718/mo

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

Locust, MO
$4,312/mo
U.S. national average
$4,937/mo

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

$5,026/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,312/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,967/mo
Studio
$5,234/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,613/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,525/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Locust over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Locust

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Locust

The Bungalows at Branson Meadows

5.0
We have been very pleased with the Bungalows. They run a very clean and attractive facility. The staff is friendly and very responsive to our needs. They have a lot of activities and many local entertainers. My mother is not always happy with the food, but anyone would get tired of eating at the ...
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Century Pines in Ozark, MO

4.6
We have had a loved one in memory care at The Oaks Cottage at Century Pines for 4 months. We have been very pleased with the care he receives as well as the cleanliness of the facility. I would highly recommend them.

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.

Locust nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Locust nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Locust, 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 Locust 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 Locust that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Locust, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
24%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
22.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
12%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Locust 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 Locust Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Locust, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
8%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Locust 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 Locust partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Locust, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Locust 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 Locust communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Locust, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
16%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Locust 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 Locust offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Locust, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
12%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.4%
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Southern Meadows Senior Living, Century Pines and Cedarhurst of West Plains are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Locust, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 40 nursing homes facilities near Locust, Missouri. See the full list.

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