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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cole County, MO
If you’re looking for assisted living in Cole County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Cole County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Cole County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Cole County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 61 assisted living facilities in the Cole County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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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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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...
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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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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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Ambrose Park is a Residential Care Facility I. We provide 24 hour protective oversight and administration of medications. Three meals provided per day with an evening snack. Alternate meal provided as needed. Activities for residents daily. Residents must be able to negotiate a path to safety for...
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Cost of assisted living in Cole County, MO
The average cost of senior living in Cole County is $3,631 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Taos, MO with an average of $3,340 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cole County, MO vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cole County, MO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cole County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cole County, MO by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Cole County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cole County, MO
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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 42 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 56 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
Review subcategories for Cole County assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 42 reviews of 56 Cole County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cole County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Cole County, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.5
Friendliness
3.9
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
3.7
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
3.3
4.1
Value for cost*
3.5
4.1
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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.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.8%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.9%
53.8%
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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.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.7%
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
51.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
13%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
16.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
17.7%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
45.6%
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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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cole County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cedarhurst of Columbia, Lenoir Woods and Lake George Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cole County, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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