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The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rolla, MO for 2024

The historically rich community of Rolla, located in south-central Missouri, is known for its shopping and dining amenities and cultural events throughout the year. Its low cost of living is beneficial to older adults, and favorable weather throughout the year appeals to active residents. Seniors account for 14% of the city’s 20,000 residents, further promoting a social environment for those seeking long-term care.

Assisted living is a popular option among older adults in Rolla, offering comfort and convenience for those who need daily help. This residential care option features individualized care plans, and compassionate caregivers provide one-on-one assistance with daily living activities, such as dressing, bathing and mobility. Residents can enjoy daily meals and participate in recreational activities, including arts and crafts, fitness classes and community outings. On average, seniors in Rolla pay $2,075 per month for assisted living, which is well below the state and national norms of $3,000 and $4,500, respectively.

This guide provides more details on assisted living costs in Rolla, along with some of the most common ways seniors pay for care. It also lists some of the licensing requirements all facilities in the city and state follow.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Rolla

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services licenses all assisted living facilities in Rolla and the rest of the state and enforces minimum standards for staffing, housing and the scope of services facilities must provide. The department also houses the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which provides advocacy and information for current and prospective assisted living residents.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Rolla

 

  • Rolla is a generally affordable place to live with an overall cost of living that’s below state and national norms, making it a favorable option for seniors seeking budget-friendly care. On a 100-point scale based on living costs nationwide, the city scores 79.2 versus the Missouri score of 85.6. Housing, groceries and utilities all cost less in Rolla than in a typical U.S. city, which may drive down the cost of assisted living.  
  • As is typical of Missouri, Rolla has hot, muggy summers and very cold and snowy winters, offering changing scenery throughout the year. Average temperatures typically fall between 25 and 88 degrees Fahrenheit but may occasionally dip into the single digits or climb to 97 degrees Fahrenheit. Fortunately, many assisted living facilities have individually controlled thermostats and host indoor activities throughout the year, promoting optimal comfort for residents.
  • Crime, particularly property-related crime, is more common in Rolla than in a typical U.S. city, which may make assisted living a preferred alternative to living alone. On a 100-point index, the city rates 26.5 for violent crime compared to the national norm of 22.7. The property crime score is higher at 51 versus 35.4 nationally, although rates have been trending slightly downward for the past two decades.
  • Rolla is home to Phelps Health, a 240-bed major medical facility that serves as the only hospital in a 25-mile radius. This hospital has an emergency department and a walk-in clinic, and it offers a broad range of specialties, including rehabilitative services, orthopedics and cancer care. It also has the Senior Care Division, which works alongside local assisted living facilities to provide specialized care for residents.
  • Missouri’s income tax laws are generally friendly toward retirees, particularly those who make less than $85,000 per year. Those whose income is below this threshold don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits. While other retirement income is taxable, qualified individuals can claim a $6,000 exemption to reduce their tax bill.

Paying for Assisted Living in Rolla

 

In Rolla, assisted living facilities charge $2,075 per month for care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Rolla is among the most budget-friendly places in the state and nation for residential care, with local assisted living facilities charging $2,075 per month for services. This is 31% lower than what’s typical for Missouri and less than half the national average of $4,500, and it's hundreds of dollars below the regional norm. Nearby cities generally have costlier care, including Columbia, where facilities charge $2,800 per month for services, and Springfield, where care costs exceed Rolla’s average by 57%. Similarly, in St. Louis, assisted living facilities charge about twice as much as facilities in Rolla, with care costs at $4,100, and in Kansas City, rates come in at $4,585.

Rolla

$2,075

Missouri

$3,000

United States

$4,500

Columbia

$2,800

St. Louis

$4,100

Kansas City

$4,585

Springfield

$3,250

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is the most economical senior care solution in Rolla, with seniors paying $2,075 per month for residential care. This is hundreds of dollars less than adult day health care, which costs $2,466 but doesn’t include housing, and it’s about 46% less than what agencies charge for private in-home care and home health care. In addition to this, assisted living is considerably more affordable than nursing home care, which starts at $5,703.

In-Home Care

$3,813

Home Health Care

$3,813

Adult Day Health Care

$2,466

Assisted Living Facility

$2,075

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$5,703

Note: Data for Rolla was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Jefferson City, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Rolla

Elderly Rolla residents who need financial aid for assisted living expenses can receive state-funded benefits from MoHealthNet for Seniors. Seniors eligible for this Medicaid program have the option of requesting assistance from the State Plan Personal Care Option and the Missouri Medicaid Aged and Disabled Waiver.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Missouri page.

Financial Assistance in Missouri

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Rolla

Rolla and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Rolla, please visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Rolla

 

Rolla Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Missouri are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Missouri

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Barbara

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oak Pointe of Rolla

My husband and I did a walkthrough of Oak Pointe of Rolla and we were very impressed with the whole facility. We even saw a friend of ours that's living there, and she was very comfortable. All in...

Provider response

Hi Barabara, Thank you for your feedback about your tour at Oak Pointe of Rolla. We take pride in our friendly and caring staff, well-appointed rooms, lovely common areas, and our relaxing salon....

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Greg

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oak Pointe of Rolla

My dad moved into Oak Pointe of Rolla. The experience was absolutely wonderful. The staff is fabulous. They make my dad feel comfortable. My dad's room is beautiful. It's like going to a motel. I...

Provider response

Greg, we strive for 100% satisfaction, and it is great to see you had such a positive experience at Oak Pointe of Rolla. Thank you, and have a fantastic day!

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Assisted Living

Hazel

I visited this facility

Review of Oak Pointe of Rolla

I used to go and visit Oak Pointe of Rolla. I've gone several different times because we were thinking of putting my mom there. The only thing is that there was different management and they had...

Provider response

Hi Hazel, thank you so much for your positive comments about Oak Pointe of Rolla!

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