Assisted Living Facilities in Kennett, MO

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Kennett, located in southeast Missouri, sits just four miles from the Arkansas border and boasts a sizable senior population, with more than 16 percent of its 11,000 residents aged 65 or older. Kennett seniors can choose from three assisted living facilities in the area, along with others in nearby cities like Poplar Bluff and Dyersburg. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services oversees the assisted living facilities in Kennett as well as those throughout the state.

• The cost of living in Kennett is 80.4 compared to a national average of 100. Housing is especially affordable, ranking 52.6, but healthcare costs are above the U.S. average at 117. Seniors and their families may want to consider these above-average healthcare costs when budgeting for assisted living in Kennett.
• Kennett's climate includes all four seasons, but snow-loving seniors won't see much snow annually. Winter temperatures drop to the mid-20s, but the city only sees about 5 inches of snow a year, which is well below the U.S. average of 27.8 inches. Summer highs rise to 90 degrees, which is higher than the national average.
• Crime rates in Kennett are higher than the U.S. average. The violent crime rate is 37.2, compared to the national average of 22.7. Property crime rates are higher at 87.7, compared to the U.S. average of 35.4. Seniors and their families should keep these crime rates in mind when choosing an assisted living facility.
• Kennett has no facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Rombauer.
• The Dunklin County Transit Service operates a fleet of 22 buses, which can provide convenient transportation services to seniors in Kennett. Seniors can request rides for non-emergency medical appointments, daily errands and personal business for a small fee.
• Kennett has an array of community resources for seniors, including Kennett OAKS, an organization that offers health screenings, daily meals for seniors and social activities like bingo. 

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Assisted Living costs in Kennett start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Kennett and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page.