31 Nursing Homes Near Independence, MO
Located just 10 miles from downtown Kansas City, Independence is an ideal suburban town for seniors. In fact, out of its more than 116,000 residents, 17.8% are aged 65 and over. Seniors have access to some of the state’s premier medical facilities, including the Centerpoint Medical Center and Saint Luke’s Hospital. Nursing home costs in Independence are lower than the national average. According to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost for a semiprivate room in Independence is $6,844 compared to the national average of $7,756.
Nursing home services are ideal for seniors who require 24/7 skilled nursing supervision and monitoring. The skilled care teams at nursing homes handle everything from medication management to frequent wellness checks. Nursing home costs tend to be higher than many other senior care options. Seniors who don’t require around-the-clock care may want to consider more affordable options, including home health care and assisted living.
This guide compares nursing home costs in Independence with those in nearby cities. It also looks at the costs of other types of senior care in Independence and provides a list of resources that may be helpful to area seniors and their loved ones.
Directory of Nursing Homes in Independence, MO
Villages of Jackson Creek
19400 E 40th Street Ct South, Independence, MO, 64057
Villages of Jackson Creek is located in Independence, Missouri, home to the Truman Library and Museum, Community of Christ Temple and the Frontier Trails Museum. Visitors note the cleanliness of the f
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Villages of Jackson Creek is located in Independence, Missouri, home to the Truman Library and Museum, Community of Christ Temple and the Frontier Trails Museum. Visitors note the cleanliness of the facility, the spacious rooms and the knowledgeable, helpful staff. A variety of activities are provided to keep residents healthy and socially engaged, such as crafts, Bible study and happy hours. Transportation is available to take residents to appointments and on shopping trips. A computer library, ice cream parlor and beauty and barber shop are a few of the many amenities provided for residents.
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Villages of Jackson Creek is located in Independence, Missouri, home to the Truman Library and Museum, Community of Christ Temple and the Frontier Trails Museum. Visitors note the cleanliness of the f
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Villages of Jackson Creek is located in Independence, Missouri, home to the Truman Library and Museum, Community of Christ Temple and the Frontier Trails Museum. Visitors note the cleanliness of the facility, the spacious rooms and the knowledgeable, helpful staff. A variety of activities are provided to keep residents healthy and socially engaged, such as crafts, Bible study and happy hours. Transportation is available to take residents to appointments and on shopping trips. A computer library, ice cream parlor and beauty and barber shop are a few of the many amenities provided for residents.
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The Groves Retirement Community
1515 West White Oak Street, Independence, MO, 64050
The Groves Retirement Community is located in Independence, Missouri, near Interstate 435, U.S. Highway 24 and Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. Visitors say the inside is nice, staff is gracious an
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The Groves Retirement Community is located in Independence, Missouri, near Interstate 435, U.S. Highway 24 and Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. Visitors say the inside is nice, staff is gracious and helpful and grounds are well-groomed with gardens and a walking trail. Residents’ relatives report the well-balanced meals are quite good, and their loved ones may choose what they want to eat. Amenities include a library, game room, meeting room and heated indoor salt-water pool. Community members can take part in water fitness classes, chair tai chi, meditation, worship services and weekly outings to shop or watch movies.
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The Groves Retirement Community is located in Independence, Missouri, near Interstate 435, U.S. Highway 24 and Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. Visitors say the inside is nice, staff is gracious an
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The Groves Retirement Community is located in Independence, Missouri, near Interstate 435, U.S. Highway 24 and Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. Visitors say the inside is nice, staff is gracious and helpful and grounds are well-groomed with gardens and a walking trail. Residents’ relatives report the well-balanced meals are quite good, and their loved ones may choose what they want to eat. Amenities include a library, game room, meeting room and heated indoor salt-water pool. Community members can take part in water fitness classes, chair tai chi, meditation, worship services and weekly outings to shop or watch movies.
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Independence Manor Care Center
1600 SOUTH KINGSHIGHWAY, Independence, MO, 64055
Thank you brandon for taking care of my mother, your thoughts an prayers kept us going in our time of need , thank you so much an god bless
Thank you brandon for taking care of my mother, your thoughts an prayers kept us going in our time of need , thank you so much an god bless
Sunterra Springs Independence
19200 E 37th Terrace S, Independence, MO, 64057
My mom is in Sunterra Springs Independence for rehab. It’s very clean, I think the people are skilled, they are working with her this morning for rehab. I’ve been very impressed with the facility and
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My mom is in Sunterra Springs Independence for rehab. It’s very clean, I think the people are skilled, they are working with her this morning for rehab. I’ve been very impressed with the facility and the majority of the staff. I walked through the dining area, it’s very nice. The room is fine, even though it’s not a very old place, they just brought in all new furniture in the room which surprised me, but it looks good. The meals they brought looked fine.
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My mom is in Sunterra Springs Independence for rehab. It’s very clean, I think the people are skilled, they are working with her this morning for rehab. I’ve been very impressed with the facility and
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My mom is in Sunterra Springs Independence for rehab. It’s very clean, I think the people are skilled, they are working with her this morning for rehab. I’ve been very impressed with the facility and the majority of the staff. I walked through the dining area, it’s very nice. The room is fine, even though it’s not a very old place, they just brought in all new furniture in the room which surprised me, but it looks good. The meals they brought looked fine.
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Maywood Terrace Living Center
10300 EAST TRUMAN RD, Independence, MO, 64052
My mother has been a resident of Maywood for over 2 years. My bother and I visit often and are happy with the way mom is being treated. Mom tells us she is treated good. I noticed the staff is dedicat
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My mother has been a resident of Maywood for over 2 years. My bother and I visit often and are happy with the way mom is being treated. Mom tells us she is treated good. I noticed the staff is dedicated professionals who do the best they can in a difficult job. The food service is dedicated to delivering restaurant quality with a variety of foods. They go the extra mile to make it taste better by seasonings and spices and caring if it is right. If a resident does not care for the food. They fix them something they are happy with. The management has always been good to us and listen to our wants and needs. They also helped me with professional advise on the way to make this all happen smoothly to the new changes in mom’s life, like getting a Elder lawyer. Maywood does not have the fancy water fountains, chandeliers or scenic views, but they do have people who care, who are working hard to follow rules and regulations of the state. They are currently working on a remodeling the facility. New paint, new floors, are already done. We toured several facilities at the beginning and I feel I made the right decision for my mom.
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My mother has been a resident of Maywood for over 2 years. My bother and I visit often and are happy with the way mom is being treated. Mom tells us she is treated good. I noticed the staff is dedicat
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My mother has been a resident of Maywood for over 2 years. My bother and I visit often and are happy with the way mom is being treated. Mom tells us she is treated good. I noticed the staff is dedicated professionals who do the best they can in a difficult job. The food service is dedicated to delivering restaurant quality with a variety of foods. They go the extra mile to make it taste better by seasonings and spices and caring if it is right. If a resident does not care for the food. They fix them something they are happy with. The management has always been good to us and listen to our wants and needs. They also helped me with professional advise on the way to make this all happen smoothly to the new changes in mom’s life, like getting a Elder lawyer. Maywood does not have the fancy water fountains, chandeliers or scenic views, but they do have people who care, who are working hard to follow rules and regulations of the state. They are currently working on a remodeling the facility. New paint, new floors, are already done. We toured several facilities at the beginning and I feel I made the right decision for my mom.
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VILLAGES OF JACKSON CREEK, THE
3980 SOUTH JACKSON DRIVE, Independence, MO, 64057
My mom transferred from the hospital to a rehab care facility at Villages of Jackson Creek. They have a spot for my father. We’re just trying to get everything ready and figured out, so we can go ahea
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My mom transferred from the hospital to a rehab care facility at Villages of Jackson Creek. They have a spot for my father. We’re just trying to get everything ready and figured out, so we can go ahead and get him down there. Then they can eventually be with each other. He is going to move into assisted living for the moment.
It seemed excellent. The social workers have been more than willing to reach out to me and let me know everything that was going on. They have helped me labeling mom’s clothes. They have helped me in so many ways, and I’m so appreciative to them for that. The administrator was very helpful. She came and interviewed my father. She did an evaluation of him in my sister’s home where he’s at right now. They have gone out of their way and been very helpful. We’re just waiting on a couple of installments from my parents so we can get my father down there.
They have a very large assisted living facility, a very large memory care facility, and their rehab facility is about the same size (and it’s connected by hallways). The staff was very helpful, very courteous, very polite, and very professional. My mother says the food is excellent; they just give her too much. It looked like an old stately mansion. It was very nice and very clean. They have a chapel, an ice cream shop, a candy store, movie night, and all kinds of little activities for them to do inside.
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My mom transferred from the hospital to a rehab care facility at Villages of Jackson Creek. They have a spot for my father. We’re just trying to get everything ready and figured out, so we can go ahea
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My mom transferred from the hospital to a rehab care facility at Villages of Jackson Creek. They have a spot for my father. We’re just trying to get everything ready and figured out, so we can go ahead and get him down there. Then they can eventually be with each other. He is going to move into assisted living for the moment.
It seemed excellent. The social workers have been more than willing to reach out to me and let me know everything that was going on. They have helped me labeling mom’s clothes. They have helped me in so many ways, and I’m so appreciative to them for that. The administrator was very helpful. She came and interviewed my father. She did an evaluation of him in my sister’s home where he’s at right now. They have gone out of their way and been very helpful. We’re just waiting on a couple of installments from my parents so we can get my father down there.
They have a very large assisted living facility, a very large memory care facility, and their rehab facility is about the same size (and it’s connected by hallways). The staff was very helpful, very courteous, very polite, and very professional. My mother says the food is excellent; they just give her too much. It looked like an old stately mansion. It was very nice and very clean. They have a chapel, an ice cream shop, a candy store, movie night, and all kinds of little activities for them to do inside.
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Monterey Park Nursing Center
4600 Little Blue Parkway, Independence, MO, 64057
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I’m sure anyone could agree that end-of-life care decisions can be the most difficult to make of any in our everyday lives. And everyone’s situation, whether personal or that of our loved one, has to be uniquely different. But when we needed it most,
the staff at Monterey Park, from the top to the bottom, stepped in to provide all that could possibly be expected of anyone outside of our mother’s own concerned family.
We found them ready and willing to find solutions to any concerns…always helpful (even when circumstances stretched them very thin), with heartfelt attention to resident needs. And even when our requests sometimes went beyond the call
of duty to address day-to-day experiences they worked with us to meet those needs and often considered and implemented change.
Our 97 year old mother, though not a willing participant at first, settled in to her new digs and situation with reasonable grace, but not without many care worker’s and staff member’s continual support and efforts to help her feel like part of their
family. And because of our acceptance and hers, mom quickly came to feel cared for and loved by all those around her.
There will always be times or circumstances when things don’t go as planned or even as needed…can anyone not identify with that? But we always found
that recovery time for any lapses at Monterey Park was swift, effective, caring and sometimes very creative. They cared for her heart as well as her limbs, and for that we will always be thankful.
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March 1, 2019 * * * * * Jan B
I’m sure anyone could agree that end-of-life care decisions can be the most difficult to make of any in our everyday lives. And everyone’s situation, whether personal or that of our loved one, has to be uniquely different. But when we needed it most,
the staff at Monterey Park, from the top to the bottom, stepped in to provide all that could possibly be expected of anyone outside of our mother’s own concerned family.
We found them ready and willing to find solutions to any concerns…always helpful (even when circumstances stretched them very thin), with heartfelt attention to resident needs. And even when our requests sometimes went beyond the call
of duty to address day-to-day experiences they worked with us to meet those needs and often considered and implemented change.
Our 97 year old mother, though not a willing participant at first, settled in to her new digs and situation with reasonable grace, but not without many care worker’s and staff member’s continual support and efforts to help her feel like part of their
family. And because of our acceptance and hers, mom quickly came to feel cared for and loved by all those around her.
There will always be times or circumstances when things don’t go as planned or even as needed…can anyone not identify with that? But we always found
that recovery time for any lapses at Monterey Park was swift, effective, caring and sometimes very creative. They cared for her heart as well as her limbs, and for that we will always be thankful.
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Golden Livingcenter – Independence
17451 EAST MEDICAL CENTER PARKWAY, Independence, MO, 64057
The staff are so personable and genuinely kind and caring. I had to place my mom here and I feel that I made a safe decision for her. I feel that she is in good hands here. The staff take good care of
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The staff are so personable and genuinely kind and caring. I had to place my mom here and I feel that I made a safe decision for her. I feel that she is in good hands here. The staff take good care of her and always willing to discuss how she does on a daily basis with me. I would recommend this to anyone who has to make the difficult decision to place a loved one in a long term care facility and be able to be experience peace about the choice.
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The staff are so personable and genuinely kind and caring. I had to place my mom here and I feel that I made a safe decision for her. I feel that she is in good hands here. The staff take good care of
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The staff are so personable and genuinely kind and caring. I had to place my mom here and I feel that I made a safe decision for her. I feel that she is in good hands here. The staff take good care of her and always willing to discuss how she does on a daily basis with me. I would recommend this to anyone who has to make the difficult decision to place a loved one in a long term care facility and be able to be experience peace about the choice.
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Carmel Hills Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
810 EAST WALNUT, Independence, MO, 64050
My mother-in-law is currently with Carmel Hills Healthcare and Rehab Center. The staff seems very caring. The facility is very clean and very secure. The administrative staff is unbelievably helpful w
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My mother-in-law is currently with Carmel Hills Healthcare and Rehab Center. The staff seems very caring. The facility is very clean and very secure. The administrative staff is unbelievably helpful when it’s such a trying time and you don’t know what you’re doing.
They have a lot of different exercises, and the rehabilitation rooms are very nice ones. I am very satisfied.
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My mother-in-law is currently with Carmel Hills Healthcare and Rehab Center. The staff seems very caring. The facility is very clean and very secure. The administrative staff is unbelievably helpful w
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My mother-in-law is currently with Carmel Hills Healthcare and Rehab Center. The staff seems very caring. The facility is very clean and very secure. The administrative staff is unbelievably helpful when it’s such a trying time and you don’t know what you’re doing.
They have a lot of different exercises, and the rehabilitation rooms are very nice ones. I am very satisfied.
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Rehabilitation Center Of Independence, The
1800 S Swope Drive , Independence, MO, 64057
My family member was given the wrong medications before. (given someone else’s medications) I have also visited her and taken her to the bathroom and found that she had on two pull-up diapers. A soaki
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My family member was given the wrong medications before. (given someone else’s medications) I have also visited her and taken her to the bathroom and found that she had on two pull-up diapers. A soaking wet one, and a new one pulled up on top of the soaked one. The nurse call buttons are POINTLESS to have here because the nursing staff is usually too busy looking at their phones to help residents. Took over 25 min to have someone check on my family member when I pushed the call button for their assistance to put her in bed. I would not recommend the memory care unit to anyone. They have no compassion for the needs of this patient population. No compassion or kindness at all.
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My family member was given the wrong medications before. (given someone else’s medications) I have also visited her and taken her to the bathroom and found that she had on two pull-up diapers. A soaki
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My family member was given the wrong medications before. (given someone else’s medications) I have also visited her and taken her to the bathroom and found that she had on two pull-up diapers. A soaking wet one, and a new one pulled up on top of the soaked one. The nurse call buttons are POINTLESS to have here because the nursing staff is usually too busy looking at their phones to help residents. Took over 25 min to have someone check on my family member when I pushed the call button for their assistance to put her in bed. I would not recommend the memory care unit to anyone. They have no compassion for the needs of this patient population. No compassion or kindness at all.
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Ignite Medical Resort Blue Springs
20511 E Trinity Pl, Blue Springs, MO, 64015
I’m in rehab right now at Ignite Medical Resort Blue Springs. The therapy is great, the meals are very good, the rooms are spacious, and the staff is good. They have bingo, dominoes, live music, and t
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I’m in rehab right now at Ignite Medical Resort Blue Springs. The therapy is great, the meals are very good, the rooms are spacious, and the staff is good. They have bingo, dominoes, live music, and today is parlor day.
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I’m in rehab right now at Ignite Medical Resort Blue Springs. The therapy is great, the meals are very good, the rooms are spacious, and the staff is good. They have bingo, dominoes, live music, and t
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I’m in rehab right now at Ignite Medical Resort Blue Springs. The therapy is great, the meals are very good, the rooms are spacious, and the staff is good. They have bingo, dominoes, live music, and today is parlor day.
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St. Mary’s Village
111 Mock Avenue, Blue Springs, MO, 64014
St. Mary’s Village is located in Blue Springs, Missouri, just northeast of St. Mary’s Medical Center and near Adam’s Pointe Golf Club and various shops and restaurants. Visitors are impressed with the
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St. Mary’s Village is located in Blue Springs, Missouri, just northeast of St. Mary’s Medical Center and near Adam’s Pointe Golf Club and various shops and restaurants. Visitors are impressed with the friendly, helpful staff and spacious, clean rooms. Residents enjoy the delicious chef-prepared meals served in the cafeteria-style dining room and appreciate the menus that change daily. Residents may participate in a full calendar of activities, which include exercise classes, arts and crafts, shopping trips and outings to local events. St. Mary’s Village is a Catholic facility, but all faiths are welcome.
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St. Mary’s Village is located in Blue Springs, Missouri, just northeast of St. Mary’s Medical Center and near Adam’s Pointe Golf Club and various shops and restaurants. Visitors are impressed with the
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St. Mary’s Village is located in Blue Springs, Missouri, just northeast of St. Mary’s Medical Center and near Adam’s Pointe Golf Club and various shops and restaurants. Visitors are impressed with the friendly, helpful staff and spacious, clean rooms. Residents enjoy the delicious chef-prepared meals served in the cafeteria-style dining room and appreciate the menus that change daily. Residents may participate in a full calendar of activities, which include exercise classes, arts and crafts, shopping trips and outings to local events. St. Mary’s Village is a Catholic facility, but all faiths are welcome.
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Saint Luke’s Bishop Spencer Place
4301 MADISON AVENUE, Kansas City, MO, 64111
The staff claims they lost my mom’s paperwork and were unable to get it to the social worker to confirm visits, so visiting my mom was next to impossible. When I visited – In the morning (9:30am), I
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The staff claims they lost my mom’s paperwork and were unable to get it to the social worker to confirm visits, so visiting my mom was next to impossible. When I visited – In the morning (9:30am), I found my mom slumped in bed with oatmeal on her face and neck, and still wearing her night gown. I helped her get dressed. While visiting, a nurse came in and explained that my mom was in too much pain earlier to get changed.
Later in the day (2:30pm), my sister visited, and my mom had not received her pain medication or any lunch. When my sister found a nurse and demanded that my mom receive her meds, the nurse said she was offered them and refused.
When I called that same night after talking with my sister, I asked my mom if she had lunch or dinner. She said, "I order too much food. It’s my responsibility to eat it all." I asked several more times if any food had been brought – she said, "I know I ordered some. But I’m not hungry."
When I asked about her pain meds, she said, "It’s my responsibility to ask for my medications."
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The staff claims they lost my mom’s paperwork and were unable to get it to the social worker to confirm visits, so visiting my mom was next to impossible. When I visited – In the morning (9:30am), I
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The staff claims they lost my mom’s paperwork and were unable to get it to the social worker to confirm visits, so visiting my mom was next to impossible. When I visited – In the morning (9:30am), I found my mom slumped in bed with oatmeal on her face and neck, and still wearing her night gown. I helped her get dressed. While visiting, a nurse came in and explained that my mom was in too much pain earlier to get changed.
Later in the day (2:30pm), my sister visited, and my mom had not received her pain medication or any lunch. When my sister found a nurse and demanded that my mom receive her meds, the nurse said she was offered them and refused.
When I called that same night after talking with my sister, I asked my mom if she had lunch or dinner. She said, "I order too much food. It’s my responsibility to eat it all." I asked several more times if any food had been brought – she said, "I know I ordered some. But I’m not hungry."
When I asked about her pain meds, she said, "It’s my responsibility to ask for my medications."
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Seasons Day Services
15600 WOODS CHAPEL ROAD, Kansas City, MO, 64139
My mother was at this nursing facility for a number of years. I think some of the staff were good and really tried. The issue is that they were terribly understaffed. As a result, my mother was not w
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My mother was at this nursing facility for a number of years. I think some of the staff were good and really tried. The issue is that they were terribly understaffed. As a result, my mother was not well cared for. They kept giving her chopped up food. We told them she didn’t need this done as she was not presently a choking risk. Yet they continued. She hated the food. She lost so much weight they had to put her in hospice to get her weight back up. She fell multiple times. They could never tell us what had happened and since she has Alzheimer’s she was unable to tell us . One time she fell and was so bruised up. Her face was swollen with huge black eyes and she looked like she had been punched in the face. Still no one could tell us what happened. The last time she fell she broke her hip. We eventually were able to move her out of this facility. We were afraid she would be killed due to neglect. If I could give it zero stars I would.
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My mother was at this nursing facility for a number of years. I think some of the staff were good and really tried. The issue is that they were terribly understaffed. As a result, my mother was not w
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My mother was at this nursing facility for a number of years. I think some of the staff were good and really tried. The issue is that they were terribly understaffed. As a result, my mother was not well cared for. They kept giving her chopped up food. We told them she didn’t need this done as she was not presently a choking risk. Yet they continued. She hated the food. She lost so much weight they had to put her in hospice to get her weight back up. She fell multiple times. They could never tell us what had happened and since she has Alzheimer’s she was unable to tell us . One time she fell and was so bruised up. Her face was swollen with huge black eyes and she looked like she had been punched in the face. Still no one could tell us what happened. The last time she fell she broke her hip. We eventually were able to move her out of this facility. We were afraid she would be killed due to neglect. If I could give it zero stars I would.
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Northland Rehabilitation & Health Care
4301 NE Parvin Road, Kansas City, MO, 64117
Rooms are awesome. The staff go beyond excellent!!! The activities are personalized to the needs of the patient. Staff, especially the Asst. Director of Nursing – Ariel goes above and beyond to become
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Rooms are awesome. The staff go beyond excellent!!! The activities are personalized to the needs of the patient. Staff, especially the Asst. Director of Nursing – Ariel goes above and beyond to become like a family member! She goes beyond in keeping the family informed and up to date.
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Rooms are awesome. The staff go beyond excellent!!! The activities are personalized to the needs of the patient. Staff, especially the Asst. Director of Nursing – Ariel goes above and beyond to become
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Rooms are awesome. The staff go beyond excellent!!! The activities are personalized to the needs of the patient. Staff, especially the Asst. Director of Nursing – Ariel goes above and beyond to become like a family member! She goes beyond in keeping the family informed and up to date.
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Ignite Medical Resorts-UNIV OF KS (KCK)
3910 Rainbow Blvd Unit 400, Kansas City, KS, 66103
My sister was in Ignite Medical Resorts for rehab. The overall experience was good. She loved the food, she loved the atmosphere, it just seemed like the right place for her. The accommodations were n
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My sister was in Ignite Medical Resorts for rehab. The overall experience was good. She loved the food, she loved the atmosphere, it just seemed like the right place for her. The accommodations were nice. It was kind of compact, but they were nice accommodations. It was not too large of a room. The staff was personable, professional, they did a good job. I ate only once, it was prepared by a chef, and it was tasty. It wasn’t bland. She would talk about playing bingo and card games and things like that. She stayed there for about two months.
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My sister was in Ignite Medical Resorts for rehab. The overall experience was good. She loved the food, she loved the atmosphere, it just seemed like the right place for her. The accommodations were n
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My sister was in Ignite Medical Resorts for rehab. The overall experience was good. She loved the food, she loved the atmosphere, it just seemed like the right place for her. The accommodations were nice. It was kind of compact, but they were nice accommodations. It was not too large of a room. The staff was personable, professional, they did a good job. I ate only once, it was prepared by a chef, and it was tasty. It wasn’t bland. She would talk about playing bingo and card games and things like that. She stayed there for about two months.
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Autumn Terrace Health and Rehabilitation
6124 Raytown Rd, Raytown, MO, 64133
The reason why I chose Autumn Terrace Health and Rehabilitation (Benchmark) for my mom is because they were able to work with me financially. Their staff is good and helpful. The nurses and doctors ar
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The reason why I chose Autumn Terrace Health and Rehabilitation (Benchmark) for my mom is because they were able to work with me financially. Their staff is good and helpful. The nurses and doctors are on duty 24/7. The meals are OK.
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The reason why I chose Autumn Terrace Health and Rehabilitation (Benchmark) for my mom is because they were able to work with me financially. Their staff is good and helpful. The nurses and doctors ar
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The reason why I chose Autumn Terrace Health and Rehabilitation (Benchmark) for my mom is because they were able to work with me financially. Their staff is good and helpful. The nurses and doctors are on duty 24/7. The meals are OK.
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Wilshire at Lakewood
600 N E MEADOWVIEW DRIVE, Lees Summit, MO, 64064
Mom was very sick and the staff was attentive to her needs until the end.
Mom was very sick and the staff was attentive to her needs until the end.
Ashton Court Care and Rehabilitation Centre
1200 West College Drive, Liberty, MO, 64068
This facility truly has the BEST staff! Please know that our family is eternally grateful for all of the staff who continue to care for our family member. The team is warm, loving, and they make sure
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This facility truly has the BEST staff! Please know that our family is eternally grateful for all of the staff who continue to care for our family member. The team is warm, loving, and they make sure everything is clean and amazing. We vetted the best we could during COVID and we have no regrets (you’re welcome)!
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This facility truly has the BEST staff! Please know that our family is eternally grateful for all of the staff who continue to care for our family member. The team is warm, loving, and they make sure
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This facility truly has the BEST staff! Please know that our family is eternally grateful for all of the staff who continue to care for our family member. The team is warm, loving, and they make sure everything is clean and amazing. We vetted the best we could during COVID and we have no regrets (you’re welcome)!
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Pleasant Valley Manor Care Center
6814 SOBBIE ROAD, Liberty, MO, 64068
Pleasant Valley looked very clean, but the decor wasn’t to my taste because it was cluttered looking. I also didn’t like the shower facilities. We looked into one room, and it seemed OK. The beaut
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Pleasant Valley looked very clean, but the decor wasn’t to my taste because it was cluttered looking. I also didn’t like the shower facilities. We looked into one room, and it seemed OK. The beauty shop looked like a store room, and it wasn’t appealing at all.
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Pleasant Valley looked very clean, but the decor wasn’t to my taste because it was cluttered looking. I also didn’t like the shower facilities. We looked into one room, and it seemed OK. The beaut
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Pleasant Valley looked very clean, but the decor wasn’t to my taste because it was cluttered looking. I also didn’t like the shower facilities. We looked into one room, and it seemed OK. The beauty shop looked like a store room, and it wasn’t appealing at all.
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Nursing Home Costs in Independence, Missouri
Monthly nursing home costs in Independence range from $6,844 for a semiprivate room to $7,452 for a private room.
The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
When comparing monthly costs for semiprivate rooms in nursing homes, costs in Independence at $6,844 are $912 lower than the national average of $7,756 and $1,764 higher than the state average of $5,080. In fact, the Independence area has some of the highest nursing home costs in the state. Rates in Independence are $1,278 higher than the monthly costs in Joplin ($5,566) and $1,673 higher than costs in Springfield ($5,171). As you travel northeast, the difference is even more significant. For example, monthly nursing home costs in Independence are $1,904 higher than Columbia’s costs of $4,940.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
When determining which type of senior care is right for you, it’s important to compare costs. Adult daycare is the cheapest service level available, averaging just $1,625 per month. Seniors requiring more personalized care may want to consider home care or home health care services, which have average monthly costs of $4,576. If 24/7 supervision is necessary, assisted living is a viable option at $4,460 per month. A private room in a nursing home in Independence costs $7,452 per month, while a semiprivate room costs $6,844.
Note: Data for Independence was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Kansas City, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Independence, Missouri
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 in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible 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 any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Free Resources for Seniors in Independence, Missouri
Below is a list of resources available to seniors living in the Independence area. Support from these agencies may enable seniors to delay the need for nursing home services and allow them to remain in their homes longer. These supportive services can also help seniors as they transition into a nursing home setting.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| Mid-America Regional Council – Department of Aging and Adult Services | (816) 421-4980 | The Mid-America Regional Council- Department of Aging and Adult Services offers support to seniors through its Managed Services Network. This program helps to connect seniors with medical providers, insurance companies and community organizations to ensure they receive the services they need to maintain physical and mental well-being. It also operates the county’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman program. |
| Palmer Center | (813) 325-6200 | The Palmer Center caters specifically to seniors aged 60 and over. It hosts a variety of events throughout the year that promote mental, social and physical well-being. The center also offers nutritional meals in its main dining hall. |
| OATS Transit | (888) 875-6287 | OATS Transit offers ride-share transportation in 87 Missouri counties, including Jackson. Seniors can arrange transportation to and from medical appointments, shopping trips and other necessary errands. Transportation is available Monday to Friday, and rides must be booked 24 hours in advance. Most rides are covered by Medicaid and the area’s Agency on Aging. |
| Independence Meals on Wheels | (816) 254-9566 | The Independence Meals on Wheels program provides home-delivered meals to seniors living in the greater Independence area. Volunteers deliver hot meals to seniors’ homes Monday through Friday. |