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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Claycomo, MO

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Photo of Our Lady of Mercy Country Home
33 Photos available
9.7
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28 reviews
9.7
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28 reviews
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Mom does not care for the food. It is very bland with no real choices and a lot of sandwiches are given for meals. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Facility is old but well kept. There also needs to...
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.
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Photo of The Grand Royale
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8.2
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12 reviews
8.2
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12 reviews
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The staff has a high caring level and does an excellent job communicating with me. The housekeeping is dependable. Moving in was easy -- they provide large flat carts and luggage carriers that came in...
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.
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Photo of Senior Star at Wexford Place
2525 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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106 reviews
9.6
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106 reviews
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The food is pretty good, lots of variety, but definitely institutional. There are lots of activities & special celebrations. There's even a brain training program available. Family members are regularly kept...
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.
Welcome to Senior Star at Wexford Place! Wexford Place is an independent living, assisted living, and state-of-the-art memory support community located in the heart of "The Northland" in Kansas City, Miissouri. It's a community filled with friendship and lots of ways to enjoy a life full of...
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Photo of McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff
99 Photos available
8.2
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4 reviews
8.2
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4 reviews
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I would say that no matter where a loved one lives that the family or one family member should definitely be involved on a regular basis. Especially someone who needs extra care. Like Alzheimer's. Some...
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.
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is a family owned and operated senior-living community that provides the full continuum of care. The McCrite family opened the original McCrite Plaza in 1975 in Topeka, KS and in December of 2013 opened their Kansas City location in the Northland. Nestled in the bluffs...
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8.2
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104 reviews
8.2
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104 reviews
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29%
3 star
15%
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3%
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The company that provides in home services on site is a third party separate from the building management company and is paid separately.
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.
Garden Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping and linen...
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Photo of The Wellington Senior Living
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7.9
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12 reviews
7.9
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12 reviews
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33%
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41%
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2 star
13%
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My Mom and Mother in law love it. Bingo and the crafts the entertainment the beauty shop are their Favs. The food is ok. It's always clean and smells good. I would recommend it to anyone who's looking for...
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.
The Wellington Senior Living is a community that embraces technology to improve the lifestyle, health, and overall well-being of our residents.The Wellington's full service restaurant is open daily from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm with Bistro options available 24 hours a day.The Wellington offers a full...
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8.2
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16 reviews
8.2
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16 reviews
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[name removed] , the director, is wonderful! If your family member has dementia/mental issues, ask her to attend the assessment with your loved one. The woman who did the assessment can be cold and without...
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.
At The Groves, you’ll find we’re a community dedicated to your comfort and security. We’ll take care of the yard, the housekeeping, and the maintenance, leaving you free to do the things you choose to do! Feel carefree!We are located in Independence, MO-Harry Truman’s choice of retirement...
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In a week we will move my Mother into Linden Woods Village. We received a fantastic tour from [name removed]. She helped us decide this was the place for my Mother. [name removed] answered all of our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of The Estates of Liberty
44 Floor plans available
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
Kendallwood Hills Estates has 104 apartment homes and is one of the newest properties north of the river. If you want a home that focuses on family, community, and service, not just amenities, we are the one to see. At Kendallwood Hills Estates, we provide luxury living for the young at heart...

Cost of independent living in Claycomo, MO

The average cost of senior living in Claycomo is $3,585 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Missouri City, MO with an average of $3,186 per month.

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

Claycomo, MO
$3,585/mo
$3,587/mo

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

Claycomo, MO
$3,585/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

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

$5,647/mo
Independent Living
$3,585/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,343/mo
Studio
$3,833/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,949/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,590/mo

Senior living costs in Claycomo 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: Claycomo, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClaycomo, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,585/mo$3,240/mo$4,064/mo
Assisted Living$4,645/mo$3,798/mo$4,587/mo
Memory Care$5,647/mo$5,250/mo$5,339/mo
Independent Living
Claycomo, MO:$3,585/mo
Missouri:$3,240/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
Assisted Living
Claycomo, MO:$4,645/mo
Missouri:$3,798/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Memory Care
Claycomo, MO:$5,647/mo
Missouri:$5,250/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Claycomo

Recent reviews for independent living in Claycomo

Senior Star at Villa Ventura in Kansas City, MO

5.0
So far I'm very satisfied with Villa Ventura!!! I'm extremely pleased with [name removed] who set the expectation for the facility!!! She went over and beyond to accommodate getting my mom situated with limited notice. Most of the Interim Home Health staff are great as well. I'm grateful that ...
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Armour Oaks in Kansas City, MO

4.0
They are caring for my wife very well and I am pleased. The community looks great and very clean. The staff is nice and very helpful. There many activities for her to choose from. She enjoys the meals, the food tastes good. I am happy with this community and would recommend it.

Garden Villas of Lenexa

5.0
This community is much closer to me than the other places we saw. It is a very nice place and my mom is transitioning very well. She has been doing some activities and she has made some new friends too. Her room is a good size for her comfort and we get to see her often.

Claycomo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Claycomo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Claycomo, 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 Claycomo 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 Claycomo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Claycomo, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Claycomo 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 Claycomo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Claycomo, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Claycomo 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 Claycomo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Claycomo, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.3%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
40%
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Novel Place Overland Park, Novel Place Blue Springs and Town Village of Leawood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Claycomo, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Claycomo, Missouri. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Claycomo, Missouri are Novel Place Overland Park, Novel Place Blue Springs and Town Village of Leawood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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