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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Matson, MO

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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: 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.
The Bridges of Columbia offers the perfect mix of privacy,independance and community for people ready to live a more carefree lifestyle. With a comprehensive list of services and ammenities that are included in your monthly rent, we take the headaches of home ownership away so you can focus on...
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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: 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.
Autumn Ridge offers two levels of occupancy, residential care and retirement living. We are convieniently located just off the freeway in Herculaneum.Autumn Ridge offers and tranquil and gracious lifestyle; we are just minutes away from restaurants, pharmacies, grocers and shopping centers. Our...
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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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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: 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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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.
Located in a scenic environment, Tannous Loving Care Senior Living in Waterloo, Monroe County, Illinois provides independent living for seniors. In this peaceful and quiet neighborhood, seniors get to have a peace of mind along with the freedom to do whatever they want provided they achieve...
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Magnolia Terrace really offers the most for your money compared to other senior facilities in Monroe County. I'm comforted knowing there are certified nurse aides working 24 hours a day along with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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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Charles Gardens was such a welcoming community right from the start. The staff and the residents were so friendly and helpful to my family and my mom. They are really great to my mom and they watch out for...
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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.
An independent living community located in Fairview Heights, IL, Charles Gardens is situated on a green and lush plot of land, perfect for walking and relaxing. Fairview Heights is a part of St. Clair County. In addition to the eleven acres of land we are on, there are also sitting areas and...
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My parents chose to live in Meridian village because it was a Christian-based organization, and it was ranked one of the best in the area. They were very pleased with the kind and loving care that they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Meridian Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Glen Carbon/Edwardsville, IL area. This beautiful community is situated on 31 acres and features a pond and walking trails. Meridian Village offers a full range of senior living options: * Independent Living offers 2 bedroom...
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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.
Villa Rose offers some of the best in Senior Living in the river bend area. Conveniently located between Edwardsville and Alton, Illinois, Villa Rose is just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis by way of the new 255 extension.We offer affordable independent living with a blend of supportive...
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Matson, MO

The average cost of senior living in Matson is $3,753 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Augusta, MO with an average of $3,685 per month.

Independent living costs in Matson, MO, vs. nearby cities

Matson, MO
$3,753/mo
$3,685/mo
$3,856/mo

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

Matson, MO
$3,753/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Matson, MO, vs. other senior living options

$5,438/mo
Independent Living
$3,753/mo

Independent living costs in Matson, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,145/mo
Studio
$4,002/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,056/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,718/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,385/mo

Senior living costs in Matson 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: Matson, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMatson, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,753/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,411/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,438/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Matson, MO:$3,753/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Matson, MO:$4,411/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Matson, MO:$5,438/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Matson, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Matson 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 Matson, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Matson 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
Matson, MO$3,512/mo$3,385/mo+3.8%
Missouri$3,061/mo$3,020/mo+1.3%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Matson, MO
2024 average cost:$3,512/mo
2023 average cost:$3,385/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,061/mo
2023 average cost:$3,020/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Matson

Recent reviews for independent living in Matson

Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO

4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Bristol Manor of Wentzville

5.0
We love it and mom loves it, it's more homey than she is used to. We love Suzy and hate that she's leaving. It's perfect because of how small it is. She has found a rummy partner, so she stays busy. I liked that she is eating meals with someone rather than alone. She likes the food, and has ...
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Veronica Place in Florissant, MO

5.0
this is a first class place. excellent for the amount you pay. the only complaint is the consistency of the food quality. it all depends on who is cooking from day to day

Matson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Matson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Matson, 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 Matson 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 Matson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Matson, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Matson 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 Matson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Matson, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Matson 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 Matson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Matson, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.4%
47%
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