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Assisted Living Communities in Independence, Missouri

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Independence, MO below include 153 Assisted Living facilities with 1196 reviews. On average in Independence, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.2 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Independence, MO and Nearby Cities

Seniors in Independence can expect to pay $4,460 per month for assisted living. Although this is just $160 higher than the national average, it’s $1,460 higher than the state as a whole. Rates are significantly cheaper in Joplin at $2,500. Seniors in St. Joseph pay an average of $3,488. However, prices rise by a considerable margin in Lawrence, Kansas, where the going rate is $5,280 per month.

Independence

$4,460

Missouri

$3,000

The United States

$4,300

St. Joseph

$3,488

Joplin

$2,500

Lawrence, KS

$5,280

Paying for Assisted Living in Independence

Assisted living facilities in Independence charge $4,460 per month on average, which is slightly higher than the rest of the country and significantly higher than the rest of the state.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Independence

Eligible seniors seeking financial assistance in Independence have options between the Medicaid State Plan Personal Care (SPPC) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. 

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 Living in Independence, MO

With an average cost of $4,460 per month, assisted living represents a competitive value compared to other forms of long-term care. Homemaker services and home health aides both average $4,576. Personal assistance and recreational activities are also available through adult day health care programs for approximately $1,625 per month. Skilled nursing facilities cost an average of $6,844 for a semiprivate room and $7,452 per month for a private room.

Homemaker Services

$4,576

Home Health Aide

$4,576

Adult Day Health Care

$1,625

Assisted Living Facility

$4,460

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,844

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,452

Note: Data for Independence was unavailable, so data for the nearest metropolitan area, Kansas City, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Independence

If you want information about assisted living and long-term care but aren’t sure where to start, the following organizations can help. They can also provide information about related programs and resources that are available in your community.

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Mid-America Regional Council(816) 421-4980The Mid-America Regional Council is the Area Agency on Aging for seniors in Independence and five surrounding counties. It provides information and referrals regarding long-term care and community-based services. Seniors can access transportation, healthy aging courses and legal advice through this organization. MARC’s long-term care ombudsman provides information, advice and confidential dispute resolution services to individuals who live in one of the area’s 170 nursing homes and assisted living facilities or are seeking admission.
The Palmer Center(816) 325-6200If you live in Independence and are aged 60 or older, you can visit The Palmer Center Monday through Friday to participate in various life-enhancing programs designed to promote physical and mental well-being. The center features a media lab, craft studio/game room, 6,956-square-foot gym and a spacious patio designed for outdoor activities. Seniors who want to give back to the community can contact the Vital Volunteer Program to learn more about available opportunities in the local area.
Missouri Veterans Commission(816) 325-5883Independence is home to more than 8,400 veterans served by two full-time veterans service officers. The Missouri Veterans Commission operates a service center on South Noland Road that provides free benefits consultations and application assistance to veterans and their dependents. Accredited service officers can help with health care, long-term care, disability payments, pensions and final arrangements among other services.
UMKC Consortium for Aging in Community(816) 235-2490Part of the University of Missouri-Kansas City, the Consortium for Aging in Community is an interdisciplinary project dedicated to training future gerontologists and conducting age-related research. It works with various community partners, including AARP, the Shepherd’s Center and the Black Health Care Coalition, to ensure the health and well-being of seniors and mid-life adults in Independence and the greater Kansas City area.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Independence

Independence-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Missouri are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Patricia

I visited this facility

Review of The Groves

I toured The Groves. The tour was wonderful from what she showed me. She answered all my questions and I was interested. The rooms looked nice. I feel they need some updates in their place, but it...

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Natalie

I visited this facility

Review of The Groves

The Groves seems more like a family place. My visit there was fine. It was good. It was clean. I'm hoping I don't have to go because I can't afford it. It's a lot of money to go there. The place is...

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Twylla

I visited this facility

Review of The Groves

I toured The Groves. I like the staff and the people who live there. The size of the apartment is nice. They invited us for lunch, and the food was just excellent. They are half the cost of the...

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