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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Westwood, MO

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We are very content and happy here. I have not been able to find anything to critique that they can improve on. They are doing an excellent job!
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.
Since opening in 1988, The Gatesworth, a pioneer in providing area seniors with a wide variety of quality services in a warm residential environment, has won numerous local and national awards, including being named one of the "Nation's Top 10 Retirement Communities" by Forbes Magazine.With...
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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.
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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.
Bethesda Dilworth, St. Louis’ premier nursing care residence, continues to earn its reputation as an outstanding leader by providing the highest quality nursing care for St. Louis seniors. With a reputation for excellence in medical and nursing care, Bethesda Dilworth is home to over 350...
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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...
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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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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.
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Westwood, MO

The average cost of senior living in Westwood is $3,803 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oakland, MO with an average of $3,739 per month.

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

Westwood, MO
$3,803/mo
$3,787/mo

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

Westwood, MO
$3,803/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$5,709/mo
Independent Living
$3,803/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,768/mo
Studio
$4,206/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,346/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,028/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,560/mo

Senior living costs in Westwood 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: Westwood, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWestwood, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,803/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,720/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,709/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Westwood, MO:$3,803/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Westwood, MO:$4,720/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Westwood, MO:$5,709/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Westwood, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Westwood 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Westwood, MO$3,405/mo$3,432/mo-0.8%
Missouri$3,057/mo$3,016/mo+1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Westwood, MO
2024 average cost:$3,405/mo
2023 average cost:$3,432/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
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 Westwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Westwood

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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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

Lutheran Convalescent Home in Webster Groves, MO

5.0
After an extensive search, I realize Lutheran Senior Services' Laclede Groves retirement community in Webster Groves offers the best Life Plan facility in the St. Louis area. I'm experiencing the high level of quality of life and care that all seniors hope to experience in their retirement. ...
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Westwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Westwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Westwood, 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 Westwood 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 Westwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Westwood, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Westwood 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 Westwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Westwood, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Westwood 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 Westwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
39%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.2%
47%
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Avalon Park Independent Living, Crestview Senior Living and Creek Valley Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Westwood, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 50 independent living facilities near Westwood, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Westwood, Missouri are Avalon Park Independent Living, Garden Villas of O'Fallon and Holiday Orchid Terrace. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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