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Photo of Bristol Manor of Stover
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Overall it's pretty good. The head person in charge there is wonderful. Her staff is not. The meals aren't great when it comes toward the end of the month. Also when their staff cooks, the meals aren't...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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People living there are friendly. Have activities. Father is satisfied with the complex. Walking distance to eateries and shopping. Father feel comfortable in the environment. Staff is helpful, friendly, and...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
The Gardens at Jackson Creek is an independent living community in Independence, MO. Independence is a part of Jackson County and is located just east of Kansas City, lying on the south bank of the Missouri River. Independence boasts many beautiful public parks and a rich frontier history. It's...
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We were told there would be enough for 2 meals at lunch, but it never seemed that plentiful. There were a lot of offerings for activities, but we couldn't get her to join in anything. It was a very nice...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Fewer chores mean more adventures. This is maintenance-free living at its best.Here at our care retirement community or CCRC just south of Kansas City, you’ll have access to four levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. That...
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Love Ashbury Heights. It is my Aunts home and the staff and director are very friendly and helpful. We like the small homey atmosphere where everyone knows your name. They have good meals and activities for...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Services provided at no additional cost:Private room and private bath3 nutritious meals per day and snacksMedication administration including insulin administrationHousekeeping servicesLaundry serviceActivitiesOur company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our first...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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Photo of Bristol Manor of Carrollton
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Finding a facility for our mother was a trying process as one would expect. We all want the best of the best, especially for our aging parents. Two years ago, I wouldn't have given Bristol Manor a second...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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They are professional. The staff is attentive. They are open to suggestions. They show care toward residents. It is clean and smells nice. The food is good. The room size is sufficient. The layout is nice.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Bristle Ridge, MO

The average cost of senior living in Bristle Ridge is $2,756 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aullville, MO with an average of $2,355 per month.

Independent living costs in Bristle Ridge, MO, vs. nearby cities

Bristle Ridge, MO
$2,756/mo

Independent living costs in Bristle Ridge, MO, vs. state and national averages

Bristle Ridge, MO
$2,756/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Bristle Ridge, MO, vs. other senior living options

$5,220/mo
Independent Living
$2,756/mo

Independent living costs in Bristle Ridge, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,853/mo
Studio
$2,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,144/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,840/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,449/mo

Senior living costs in Bristle Ridge 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: Bristle Ridge, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBristle Ridge, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$2,756/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,475/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,220/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Bristle Ridge, MO:$2,756/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Bristle Ridge, MO:$3,475/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Bristle Ridge, MO:$5,220/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Bristle Ridge, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bristle Ridge 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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Independent living cost trends in Bristle Ridge, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bristle Ridge 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
Bristle Ridge, MO$2,483/mo$2,490/mo-0.3%
Missouri$3,057/mo$3,016/mo+1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Bristle Ridge, MO
2024 average cost:$2,483/mo
2023 average cost:$2,490/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,057/mo
2023 average cost:$3,016/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bristle Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Bristle Ridge

Bristol Manor of Carrollton

4.5
Our family member really enjoys living at the home. The staff have really made our mother feel at home.

Essex of Sedalia

5.0
The staff's very friendly and knowledgeable

Bristol Manor of Odessa

5.0
We like that this home has staff that has been there long term. It was one of the reasons we chose this home. After touring for several places and going back to some we found that management and staff were always changing. We were looking for a place where the staff stayed and we felt were ...
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Bristle Ridge independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bristle Ridge independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bristle Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bristle Ridge, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
51.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Bristle Ridge independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bristle Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bristle Ridge, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bristle Ridge independent 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 independent living communities in Bristle Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bristle Ridge, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
29.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
18.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73%
47%
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Novel Place Blue Springs, Elliott Place and The Fountains at Greenbriar are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bristle Ridge, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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