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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.
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Mc Donald County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Mc Donald County is $3,646 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seneca, MO with an average of $3,384 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mc Donald County, MO, vs. nearby counties

Mc Donald County, MO
$3,646/mo
$3,647/mo
$3,930/mo

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

Mc Donald County, MO
$3,646/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,646/mo
$4,996/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Donald County, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,969/mo
Studio
$4,336/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,650/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,803/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,212/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Donald 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: Mc Donald County, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Donald County, MOMissouriU.S.
Assisted Living$3,646/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,996/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,655/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Donald County, MO:$3,646/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Mc Donald County, MO:$4,996/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Mc Donald County, MO:$3,655/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mc Donald County, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mc Donald County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Mc Donald County, MO

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mc Donald County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mc Donald County, MO$5,990/mo$4,021/mo+49.0%
Missouri$4,827/mo$4,833/mo-0.1%
National$5,167/mo$4,875/mo+6.0%
Mc Donald County, MO
2024 average cost:$5,990/mo
2023 average cost:$4,021/mo
Percent change:+49.0%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$4,827/mo
2023 average cost:$4,833/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,167/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Donald County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Donald County

Oak Pointe of Carthage

5.0
We picked this community, because of the location, and it's close to my home.. It's a great place. I guess they are all pricey, but I would definitely recommend it. It's about 15 min further away but the cost is much more affordable for whats in the bank.

The Bungalows at Fayetteville

3.8
We like our room with its view of a hayfield behind us and our private patio. We are continually working with the food director to provide a quality diet. The size of the room was very important--larger than most other facilities.

Village On The Park Bentonville

5.0
Village on the Park Bentonville was the absolute Best Place for My Mom. We visited every assisted living place in Rogers and Bentonville . Village on the Park was heads above every place else. We first visited places unannounced to get the Real picture. Village on the Park was clean, had ...
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Mc Donald County review score based on 116 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 116 reviews of 56 Mc Donald County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Donald 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

Mc Donald County review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Mc Donald County, MO56 facilities
7.9
Pineville, MO79 facilities
8.9
Anderson, MO12 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Donald 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 116 reviews of 56 Mc Donald County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Donald 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.
Mc Donald County, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Mc Donald County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Donald County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald 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
37.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.1%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mc Donald County, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.8%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Donald County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
23.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald County protect seniors.
Learn about Missouri assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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