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Assisted Living Communities in Mexico, Missouri
Mexico serves as the seat of Audrain County in east-central Missouri, a region where 21 assisted living communities serve older adults who require basic daily care. As of 2024, seniors in this region pay approximately $5,779 per month for residential care, putting fees well above the state median of $4,851.
You can get insight into the culture and amenities in local assisted living communities by reading through the 31 reviews reviews in our directory. Based on reviewer feedback, we find an average quality score of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Mexico, MO and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that seniors in Mexico spend around $5,779 per month on assisted living. This rate surpasses the national norm by about $430 and the Missouri median by nearly $930, and it exceeds costs in many nearby cities. For example, in St. Joseph, facilities charge approximately $4,850, and in Columbia, seniors pay roughly $4,411.
Mexico
$5,779
Missouri
$4,851
The United States
$5,350
Columbia
$5,100
Kansas City
$5,475
St. Joseph
$4,850
Paying for Assisted Living in Mexico, MO
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mexico
Eligible seniors seeking financial assistance in Mexico have options between the Medicaid State Plan Personal Care (SPPC) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program.Â
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 Mexico, MO
Assisted living residents in Mexico pay around $5,779 per month. By comparison, nursing homes charge about $230 more, and home health care rates run roughly $1,850 higher. However, seniors who attend adult day health care facilities pay lower rates of approximately $5,373.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Mexico
Mexico’s seniors may be pleased to know that the city, Audrain County and the state can offer them many free and subsidized resources. The following list contains some examples of what’s available.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico VA Clinic | (573) 581-9630 | The Mexico VA Clinic is a resource for the city's U.S. military veterans and their families. It specializes in primary care services and some types of specialty care, including orthopedics, mental health and audiology. The clinic is open on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Patients in need of other types of care are referred to the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital in Columbia. |
| Aging Best | (800) 369-5211 | Aging Best is the Area Agency on Aging for this part of Missouri, a nonprofit organization that offers multiple resources for seniors living at home and in community care facilities. In addition to managing the Mexico Senior Center and other centers in Audrain County, the agency can refer seniors to counselors who specialize in Medicare and Medicaid and attorneys who can provide free legal services. It can also arrange non-emergency transportation for some seniors and various resources for the disabled. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 369-5211 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a state-funded resource focused on enhancing the lives of seniors in Missouri's residential care facilities. In Mexico, duties are performed by Aging Best, the local Area Agency on Aging. The ombudsman's role is to advocate for seniors in disputes with their care providers, investigate complaints made by residents, their families and third parties, and pursue resolutions favorable to seniors. The ombudsman can also supply copies of inspection reports to seniors comparing assisted living facilities for their long-term care. |
| Laura Miller George Help Center - Volunteering | (573) 581-3238 | The Laura Miller George Help Center is a local charity that supports low-income citizens in the community. It relies on the help of volunteers, including able-bodied seniors. Volunteers can offer as much time as they have to spare to deliver fresh meals to homebound seniors, prepare emergency food baskets in the food pantry or serve customers in the charity's thrift shop. The Laura Miller George Help Center is affiliated with The Salvation Army. Volunteers may be asked to help raise funds in the community for both organizations. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mexico
Mexico-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.
