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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Ray County, MO

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Photo of John Knox Village East and Meyer Care Center
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55 Floor plans available
7.8
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5 star
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Compared to other communities in the area the value for the money is great - our loved one has a really nice apartment with a bedroom, bathroom, living room and a small kitchen. The residents do not always...
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.
John Knox Village East is one of the most affordable senior living communities in the Lafayette, Johnson, Saline, Ray and Jackson County areas. We are located on 40 acres in Higginsville, MO which is about an hour East of Kansas City. Higginsville was recently named one of the top 10 places to...
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This facility has been wonderful to our family member. Caring staff that are available 24/7. We are grateful to have this facility in our community.
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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13%
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[Names removed] that are the best managers ever! Things have greatly improved since June of this year when the last managers were there. All of the residents are like family now. The managers treat...
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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We did not know what to think when we had to start looking at places for our parent. When we stopped and toured the facility we were met immediately by the administrator who was answered all our questions...
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: 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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My mom gets everything she needs whenever she needs it. The food is excellent, the place is nice, and they keep it clean.
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.
Found in Kearney, Missouri, Westbrook Villas is a senior living community situated about 25 minutes to the north of downtown Kansas City. Spread out over well-maintained expanse of land, our residences are built using brick, which combines with our green lawns and white fences to create the...
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Cost of independent living in Ray County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Ray County is $2,320 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lawson, MO with an average of $2,653 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ray County, MO vs. nearby counties

Ray County, MO
$2,320/mo
$2,680/mo
$2,680/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ray County, MO vs. the state and national average

Ray County, MO
$2,320/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ray County vs. other types of senior living

$5,511/mo
Independent Living
$2,320/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ray County, MO by room type

Studio
$2,311/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,832/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Ray County

Recent reviews for independent living in Ray County

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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Bristol Manor of Oak Grove

5.0
I am very happy with this community. My mom is happy here and she likes the staff who are caring. The food is very good.She likes a lot of the activities.I like that the community is small and it felt like a good fit for my mom. I would recommend this community to others.

Westbrook Care Center, Inc in Kearney, MO

5.0
The staff are always very nice and kind to the residents. [name removed] and [name removed] are wonderful people and my mom is happy there!

Ray County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ray County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ray County, 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 Ray County 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 Ray County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ray County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
30.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ray County 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 Ray County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ray County, MONational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ray County 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 Ray County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
46.1%
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John Knox Village East and Meyer Care Center, Bristol Manor of Lexington and Bristol Manor of Oak Grove are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ray County, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Ray County, Missouri. See the full list.

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