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Assisted Living Communities in Fulton, Missouri

Fulton sits in central Callaway County, about 20 miles outside Columbia, in a region where seniors can access 36 assisted living communities, including 7 within Fulton's limits. In 2024,...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that assisted living facilities in Fulton charge about $5,779 monthly. This price surpasses the Missouri median by around $900, outpaces the national norm by roughly $400 and exceeds rates in nearby cities. Facilities charge around $4,850 in St. Joseph, and seniors pay approximately $5,475 in Kansas City. Monthly rates run even lower in Columbia, where assisted living fees are about $4,411.

Fulton

$5,779

Missouri

$4,851

The United States

$5,350

Columbia

$4,411

St. Louis

$5,100

Kansas City

$5,475

St. Joseph

$4,850

Paying for Assisted Living in Fulton

As reported by the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in the Fulton area is $2,075 per month. This makes the city a very affordable option compared to both the national average of $4,500 and the average Missouri city.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fulton

Missouri’s Medicaid system offers the Home and Community-Based Services Waiver, which can help pay for certain services received in an assisted living community. Aside from Medicaid, the Independent Living Waiver can also help seniors living in assisted living facilities receive certain items, such as specialized medical equipment and supplies. 

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

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living residents in Fulton pay around $5,779 per month. While this rate exceeds adult day health care fees by roughly $400, it falls below the cost of senior care options, including skilled nursing. Seniors who need 24-hour medical support pay approximately $6,007 for shared rooms in nursing homes, and those who obtain private medical care at home pay about $7,627 monthly for home health care services.

Home Health Care

$7,627

Adult Day Health Care

$5,373

Assisted Living Facility

$5,779

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,007

Note: Since data for Fulton is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Jefferson City, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Fulton

Fulton seniors have access to a variety of free resources to support their aging needs. The following list includes services and programs offered by local nonprofits and government agencies, such as senior legal aid, financial assistance, caregiver support and elder-focused recreational programming.

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Aging Best(573) 443-5823 or (800) 369-5211Aging Best is the Area Agency on Aging serving 19 counties across Central Missouri. The organization answers questions, provides information and directs seniors to support services and programs, such as case management, benefits counseling, legal aid, transportation and caregiver support. Aging Best is also responsible for the region's long-term care ombudsman program, which advocates for the rights of residents in long-term care facilities.
Central Missouri Community Action(573) 443-8706The Central Missouri Community Action offers assistance for low-income individuals, including seniors. Its key areas of focus are well-being, social connectivity and economic stability. Some of the agency's programs include health insurance counseling, housing assistance, financial guidance and a foster grandparents volunteer program.
Callaway Senior Center(573) 642-2458To support the needs of aging adults, the Callaway Senior Center offers a welcoming environment where seniors have access to services, meals and programs. Seniors aged 60 and older can participate in the center's daily hot lunch buffet and activities such as exercises, card games, dinners and dances. The center also offers nutrition services and a care coordination program.
Missouri Veterans Commission(573) 751-3779The Missouri Veterans Commission is a state agency that provides aid to veterans and their dependents. Through its Veterans Service Program, the agency's accredited officers can provide counseling and information to help veterans understand the benefits they're entitled to and assist in the application process. The commission also provides information about veterans' rights and can offer referrals to other VA programs and entitlements.
Mid-Missouri Legal Services(573) 634-4545or (800) 568-4931Mid-Missouri Legal Services provides free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals across central Missouri, including the elderly. Cases handled by MMLS include health care access, consumer fraud, public benefits and housing issues. For seniors aged 60 and up, the organization can handle wills, powers of attorney and beneficiary deeds. In addition to these services, the organization provides representation for seniors appealing involuntary discharges from long-term care facilities.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fulton

Fulton 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.

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Review of VALLEY PARK NORTH

My interaction with the staff member name Brittany was horrible! I thought my Aunt was having a stroke, and Brittany laughed about it, stating that she was just in my aunt’s room and my Aunt...

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Review of Kingdom Care Senior Living

It's so hard to pick a care center for a loved one. I'm so glad I went with KCSL for my mom. The nurses who worked with my mom and our family went out of their way to make us feel like we all...

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Review of Bridgeway Assisted Living Care

The place is a dump in need of major remodeling. Stuff appears old, worn, outdated, like yard sale castaways. The walls need to be painted with new window treatments added. The place is dreary....

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