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Photo of Victorian Place of Owensville
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Victorian Place of Owensville, residential care by Americare in Owensville, MO, our focus is on you. Our person-centered approach to care puts residents and their families at the heart of everything we do.When you visit Victorian Place of Owensville, you'll find a warm, friendly community...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
When you visit Victorian Place of Hermann, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey 1-bedrom suites, each with...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Arbors At Parkside - Memory Care Assisted Living By Americare
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
When you visit Parkside, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments and one bedroom suites....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Cole County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Cole County is $4,441 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lohman, MO with an average of $3,949 per month.

Assisted living costs in Cole County, MO, vs. nearby counties

Cole County, MO
$4,441/mo

Assisted living costs in Cole County, MO, vs. state and national averages

Cole County, MO
$4,441/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Cole County, MO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,441/mo
$5,974/mo

Assisted living costs in Cole County, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,419/mo
Studio
$4,130/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,152/mo

Senior living costs in Cole County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cole County, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCole County, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$4,441/mo$5,427/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,974/mo$6,733/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,232/mo$3,355/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Cole County, MO:$4,441/mo
Missouri:$5,427/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Cole County, MO:$5,974/mo
Missouri:$6,733/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Cole County, MO:$3,232/mo
Missouri:$3,355/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cole County, MO

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Cole County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cole County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cole County

Oak Tree - ALF in Jefferson City, MO

5.0
The staff at the Oak Tree have been very helpful and accommodating to my mother's needs since her move to this community. They bend over backward to make sure everything was ready for her before she got there. From what she has told me, the meals are better than the place she lived before, no ...
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Bluff Creek Terrace Assisted Living in Columbia, MO

5.0
I am happy with the care that my mother-in-law gets here. The staff are doing a good job and they communicate with me well. I think my mother-in-law likes the meals, she is eating the meals. I would recommend them to my family or friends.

Bristol Manor of Eldon

4.5
I have been at the Bristol community now going on four months. This is my first experience with an assisted living facility. I could not be happier. The facility is very accommodating to my needs. I really enjoy the food and activities. It is super clean. Would recommend it to anyone. I ...
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Cole County review score based on 30 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 30 reviews of 4 Cole County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cole County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Cole County review score compared against nearby cities

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9.1

Cole County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cole County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cole County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Cole County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Cole County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cole County, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.8%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.3%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.6%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.7%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.3%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.1%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.4%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.4%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.9%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cole County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Cole County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cole County, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.4%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.3%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cole County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cole County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cole County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.8%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Cole County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cole County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cole County, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.9%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27%
37%
Room service
Room service
17.8%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cole County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Cole County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cole County, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
27.2%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.3%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.5%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.2%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.6%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.2%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.4%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.3%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.4%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
28.3%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
15.8%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.9%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cole County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cole County protect seniors.
Learn about Missouri assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Westbury Senior Living, Oak Pointe of Rolla and Cedarhurst of Columbia are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cole County, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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