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The 3 Best Nursing Homes in Poplar Bluff, MO for 2024

 

Poplar Bluff, often referred to as the Gateway to the Ozarks, has a population of over 16,200, with 18.8% aged 65 and over. The town offers access to medical services and maintains a small-town atmosphere, factors that can be considered by seniors looking at retirement options. For instance, the city is home to the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, Saint Francis Medical Center Poplar Bluff and John J Pershing VA Medical Center. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average nursing home care costs in Poplar Bluff are $5,232, which is lower than both the state and national average.

Seniors needing constant skilled nursing care may find nursing home services necessary. These communities assist with daily activities, medication administration and specialty care, such as incontinence care or physical therapy. Seniors who don’t require extensive, 24/7 care but need some level of supportive services may prefer assisted living or home care options.

This guide provides seniors and their loved ones with more information about nursing home services in Poplar Bluff along with associated costs. It also includes a list of free and low-cost resources for seniors.

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Nursing Home Costs in Poplar Bluff, MO

 

Average monthly nursing home care costs in Poplar Bluff are $5,232 for a semi-private room and $6,023 for a private room.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Poplar Bluff’s average monthly nursing home costs of $5,232 are $2,676 lower than the national average, but just $30 less than the state average. Compared to other cities in the state, Poplar Bluff offers some of the most affordable rates. In fact, St. Joseph is the only location to offer lower rates at $5,019 per month. Larger cities, such as Kansas City and Jefferson City, have higher nursing home costs, which are 23.5% and 9.0% higher, respectively. 

Poplar Bluff

$5,232

Missouri

$5,262

United States

$7,908

Kansas City

$6,464

Jefferson City

$5,703

St. Joseph

$5,019

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Nursing home care, at $5,232 per month, is the most expensive senior care option because it provides 24/7 comprehensive supportive care. For seniors with less care requirements, assisted living is a cost-effective solution, offering a blend of independence, personal care and some health services at less than half the nursing home cost. In-home or home health care, which is $1,476 less per month, suits those preferring to stay in their homes, providing services such as personal care, medication management and occasional medical assistance. Adult day health care, the most affordable at $2,817 monthly, offers daytime care and activities for seniors who need some supervision and social interaction.

In-Home Care

$3,756

Home Health Care

$3,756

Adult Day Health Care

$2,817

Assisted Living Facility

$2,538

Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)

$5,232

Nursing Home Care (private room)

$6,023

Note: Data for Poplar Bluff was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Cape Girardeau, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Poplar Bluff, MO

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

 

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one's stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those who need long-term care will have to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.

 

  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the cost of living expenses in a skilled nursing facility for qualifying seniors. Care and room and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras such as specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility requirements are strict and complex, so not all seniors qualify for Medicaid benefits.

 

  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

 

If these options aren't available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Poplar Bluff, MO

Making senior care decisions can be difficult for both older adults and their loved ones. Below is a list of several free and low-cost resources for seniors living in Poplar Bluff. These resources provide valuable information, services and referrals to help with the decision-making process. 

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Mary

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Review of The Manor

The Manor was nice and spacious. It was quiet and very clean. The decoration was a little outdated, but the people were very friendly. The person that took me around was knowledgeable, very...

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LaddieDee

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

Review of The Cedargate

Staff at Cedargate are so nice. They greet you with a smile. Residents seem happy and well taken care of. I have never had a serious problem while my aunt has been here. When I do, the...

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farmerdan

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Review of The Cedargate

Facility is clean, staff is friendly. Lady giving tour was very nice. Does not feel crowded like other facilities.

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