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10 Best Nursing Homes in Scearces, MO

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Scearces nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Scearces, MO may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Scearces or another care type is right for you. Browse 22 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Scearces.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Jefferson Highlands, Barry Harbour and Ridgefield.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Scearces, MO

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Photo of Oak Pointe of Kearney
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44 Floor plans available
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I would definitely recommend Oak Pointe! They tend to have the same challenge as all of these facilities; staying fully staffed! But with the exception of one person, who is no longer there, we felt like the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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The people are very friendly and the facility is clean. They have a great executive director which helps tremendously. I would definitely recommend Benton House of Staley Hills to anyone.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Staley Hills the most desired in the...
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I live here and I feel like it is my home. They take good care of me. My room is always clean. We laugh a lot the staff and I. I enjoy being able to come and go when I want. The ladies here always make me...
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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I have lived here at Bristol almost a year. I love it here. The manager and her staff are helpful. They go out of there way to be helpful. I like to be out of my room and watch TV and talk to the staff when...
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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The food is fantastic and everyone is so nice and welcoming at this facility. The staff is very flexible and helpful. We're very happy at Benedictine Living Community St Joseph. My loved one loves the food!
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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My mother has been here for rehab for a couple of weeks and they have been doing a pretty good job. They seem to be rehabbing her quickly and getting her into different therapies right away. I especially...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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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
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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.
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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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.
Gower Convalescent Center, established in 1967 as a locally owned, non-profit organization. Our ownership and mission remain the same today. Our mission statement: To provide a welcoming, caring atmosphere for our residents, their families, our staff, and the community we serve. To promote...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village is a family owned and operated facility since 1983. With two levels of care The Village offers independence with oversight. We offer Residential Care and independent apartments. All private rooms, wall to wall carpet, professional staff and delicious meals makes The Village feel like...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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 nursing homes in Scearces, MO

The average cost of senior living in Scearces is $3,975 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stewartsville, MO with an average of $3,118 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Scearces, MO vs. nearby cities

Scearces, MO
$3,975/mo
$3,881/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Scearces, MO vs. the state and national average

Scearces, MO
$3,975/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Scearces vs. other types of senior living

$5,091/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,975/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Scearces, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$5,850/mo
Studio
$3,980/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,791/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,078/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Scearces over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Scearces

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Scearces

Benton House of Staley Hills in Kansas City, MO

4.3
You all took wonderful care of my beloved. It seems like yesterday I was visiting there at least once a day. It is family type of environment and friendly staff. I do however think the rates are high. It is very difficult to come up with the money to pay for the care.

Oak Pointe of Kearney

5.0
We have been very pleased with this facility and feel like we made a great decision in moving Mom into this facility! We have found every single staff member to be friendly, helpful, and truly caring! You never get the feeling of "that's not my job" from anyone there; even those in ...
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Benton House of Tiffany Springs in Kansas City, MO

5.0
We were looking for an Assisted Living facility that provided an adult day program so that the family could have a break at least once a week. We looked at a couple of the locations in our area and, at the time, Benton House of Tiffany Springs offered an adult day program. My mother participated ...
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Scearces nursing homes services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Scearces nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Scearces that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
29.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
64.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.4%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
64.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.2%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Scearces nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Scearces Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scearces, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
5.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.6%
5.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scearces nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Scearces partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scearces, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Scearces nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Scearces communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scearces, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scearces nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Scearces offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scearces, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
11.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vintage Gardens, Benton House of Tiffany Springs and Tiffany Springs Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Scearces, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 22 nursing homes facilities near Scearces, Missouri. See the full list.

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