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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Pond, MO

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I am very happy at Avalon Park. We never hear, "That's not my job". The staff will stop what they are doing to help no matter what you are needing help with. I have lived her for 3 years and I don't plan on...
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.
Avalon Park is a brand-new community located in charming Cottleville, MO. Priced 10-15% lower than any other community in the area – we offer the best value in senior living. Once you arrive at Avalon Park you can feel the authentic and caring culture from the staff the moment you walk in! The...
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My mother her had the pleasure of enjoying the numerous activities happy hour and music. What seems most important are the new friends she has made. Very dear residents.
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.
About the communityGarden Villas of O’Fallon Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a...
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This place was an answered prayer for my friend. Staff is helpful and genuinely concerned about their tenants. Wish everyone could afford to live like this if they want to. I think the food is good with lots...
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.
Creek Valley, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Manchester Road in Ellisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Spring of 2021! Creek Valley will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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My 99yo mother in law lived here for the last few years. It was terrific! Her 1 bedroom apartment was just the right size, and had a nice deck for outdoor time. The staff was amazing and I knew she was well...
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.
About the community:Garden Villas Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a unique...
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The food is excellent. The apartment is pretty small. The location is great. I would recommend this community to others who are currently searching for one.
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.
Briarcrest Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds of Ballwin, a peaceful suburb of St. Louis, you'll love the graceful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the conveniences of the city. We're just minutes from...
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Chesterfield Villas has a very friendly staff. When we were looking for assisted living we were told that it looks like a cruise ship, but we weren't prepared for the happy staff. Everyone is all smiles and...
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.
Chesterfield VillasChesterfield Villas is an assisted living community located in Chesterfield, MO. The city of Chesterfield is a suburb of St. Louis, and provides a wide variety of attractions for visitors and residents alike. The city has a rich cultural heritage, and is comprised of several...
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Staff seems great. The apartment is a great size with a great walk out patio. She likes the dining room and said the food is ok.
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.
Located in Eureka on 14 acres of gently rolling countryside surrounded by picturesque woods, located just minutes from the Interstate 270 / Interstate 44 interchange. . Each of our guests receive comprehensive care based on individual needs. Marymount's focus is on matching our support to their...
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Accommodates my independent living needs and my wife’s skilled nursing needs. Good central location in Chesterfield, MO Pet friendly with new gated ‘Pet Park’ !!! Dining quality is excellent! Enjoy quick...
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.
The Friendship Village campus in Chesterfield has been here for 45+ years. We've stood as a quality example of senior care - in all levels of care - for decades. Our caregivers have some of the longest tenures in the industry, and we use no agency nursing staff. Our Assisted Living offering...
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My dad was hesitant to leave his home of 45 years. The staff and other residents have made him feel completely at home. He loves the activities, the exercise classes and the food! He tells me daily that the...
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.
For nearly 40 years the experienced staff at Gambrill Gardens Senior Community have been serving the seniors of West County St. Louis. We are proud of the excellent reputation our facility upholds due to the superior services and amenities we provide. Our convenient location in the heart of...
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I would recommend community to others for your loved ones. My loved one appreciated the fact that the rooms have a full kitchen. They are having a hard time keeping the dining staff. My loved one likes...
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.
The Fountains of West County is a wonderful place to live!  We offer one and two bedroom senior living apartment homes.  Located at the intersection of Clayton and Clarkson, we are minutes from shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and more.  We've designed this community with you...
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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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Working with The Lumiere was great. Everyone is very friendly. My Mother thinks the food is great. Here is my opinion on a few things (and these are in comparison to other communities we visited). . . The...
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.
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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.
NEW ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY IN EUREKA, MOIt’s a new kind of community built for fun.Welcome to Summerville of St. Andrew’s, St. Louis County’s one-of-a-kind active adult living rental community, designed for fun, friendships, and invigorating living.For adults ages 55+ who are energized by an...
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Victorian-Gardens is now considered home by my mom. It gives her the feeling of being independent but also a feeling of content and security knowing that there are those close by that are available to meet...
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.
Victorian Gardens is an independent living community in Eureka, Missouri. Eureka is a beautiful town in St. Louis County that focuses on country living with an urban flair, and it's only a short drive to St. Louis. Our community is located a short distance from shopping, restaurants, and an...
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Moved into a two bedroom apartment with beautiful lake view in mid-November. [Name removed] the Residency Director was very helpful in answering questions and making each resident feel that their needs were...
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.
Cape Albeon offers retirement and assisted living opportunities for seniors. A distinctive and charming senior living community, Cape Albeon, offers numerous amenities including an indoor pool and fitness area, activity centers, restaurant-style dining, a library, and an on-site beauty salon. A...
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I went to Bayberry again today. The care was much better. They were helping the people eat that are not able to eat on there own. It definitely made me feel better.
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.
Located two miles north of I-64 in St. Charles County, Breeze Park’s personal services and on-site conveniences help you lead an independent, stimulating lifestyle.Breeze Park is close to historic St. Charles, Lake St. Louis, and Chesterfield. Physicians, entertainment, churches, pharmacies, and...

Cost of independent living in Pond, MO

The average cost of senior living in Pond is $3,842 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Augusta, MO with an average of $3,685 per month.

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

Pond, MO
$3,842/mo
$3,856/mo

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

Pond, MO
$3,842/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$5,799/mo
Independent Living
$3,842/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,253/mo
Studio
$3,516/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,666/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,846/mo

Senior living costs in Pond 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: Pond, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typePond, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,842/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,721/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,799/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Pond, MO:$3,842/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Pond, MO:$4,721/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Pond, MO:$5,799/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Pond, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pond 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
Pond, MO$3,144/mo$3,547/mo-11.4%
Missouri$3,061/mo$3,020/mo+1.3%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Pond, MO
2024 average cost:$3,144/mo
2023 average cost:$3,547/mo
Percent change:-11.4%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Pond

Recent reviews for independent living in Pond

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, like Holiday Briarcrest Estates and Avalon Park Independent Living, who go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and accommodate their needs.
Variety of engaging activities. Several residents praise the abundance of activities offered at communities, such as Avalon Park Independent Living, where residents enjoy games, bingo, crafts, music events, and more, keeping them socially active and engaged.
Cleanliness and upkeep of facilities. Reviews consistently emphasize the importance of cleanliness in community living, with residents of Avalon Park Independent Living and Garden Villas noting the attention paid to maintaining both the private apartments and communal areas.
Close proximity to family and friends. Several reviewers highlight the convenience of living in communities close to their families, such as Avalon Park Independent Living and Creek Valley Retirement Community, enabling frequent visits and a sense of connection.
Delicious and nutritious dining experiences. Reviews frequently commend the quality of food and meals at communities, with residents of Holiday Briarcrest Estates and Avalon Park Independent Living expressing satisfaction with the dining services and options.
Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Many residents describe their community as a warm and caring environment, where they have formed close bonds and friendships, as noted in reviews for Holiday Briarcrest Estates, Garden Villas, and Avalon Park Independent Living.
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Pond independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pond independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pond, 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 Pond 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 Pond partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pond, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
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31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Pond 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 Pond communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pond, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pond 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 Pond offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pond, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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