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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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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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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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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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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.
Photo of Fountainbleau Lodge
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Shelton Ford, MO

The average cost of senior living in Shelton Ford is $3,639 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mill Spring, MO with an average of $2,807 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelton Ford, MO vs. nearby cities

Shelton Ford, MO
$3,639/mo
$3,333/mo
$3,493/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelton Ford, MO vs. the state and national average

Shelton Ford, MO
$3,639/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelton Ford vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,639/mo
$5,092/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shelton Ford, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$1,750/mo
Studio
$4,382/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,573/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,500/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Shelton Ford over time

Shelton Ford, MOMO stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelton Ford, 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 Shelton Ford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shelton Ford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelton Ford

Ashbrook in Farmington, MO

5.0
Careful and professional care, I know that my Aunt is in safe hands with Ashbrook! The lady in charge has been incredibly helpful getting her settled in and really making it feel like home for her. It's great to see someone you love finally happy. They provide good entertaining senior care and ...
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Capetown and Cottages at Capetown in Cape Girardeau, MO

4.0
I would not recommend the food at Capetown. There are not a lot of choices and there have been times when my mom went to bed without a meal. The staff are good and keep us informed of her care. They do offer activities however she is not able to participate due to health issues. Everything else ...
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Farmington Presbyterian Manor

5.0
Our dear friend is still settling in, but so far the feedback she has given me is that she is very happy there. This community is exactly what she was looking for, especially for the price. She says the meals are absolutely awesome, but wishes she had a little bit more floor space in the ...
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Shelton Ford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelton Ford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelton Ford, 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 Shelton Ford 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 Shelton Ford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelton Ford, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.8%
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
26.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
2.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelton Ford 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 Shelton Ford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelton Ford, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
23.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
2.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelton Ford 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 Shelton Ford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelton Ford, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
20.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelton Ford 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 Shelton Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelton Ford, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
8.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelton Ford 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 Shelton Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelton Ford, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
17.6%
46.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
8.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelton Ford

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 Shelton Ford protect seniors.

Learn about Missouri Assisted Living regulations

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Cedarhurst of Farmington, Farmington Presbyterian Manor and Ashbrook are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelton Ford, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 44 assisted living facilities near Shelton Ford, Missouri. See the full list.

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