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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Columbia, MO

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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Columbia, MO
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Solstice was a very nice, friendly facility, and provided my Dad excellent care prior to his moving to a nursing home for his final months.

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My mother came to Ashbury when she could no longer live unassisted in her home. The move was very hard for her. Not only was she recovering from a broken hip, she also had to give up her independence and the privacy of her own home. The Ashbury staff helped her make this transition in a very caring ...

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We are happy and have met so many friends. New friends and ones that we knew before we moved into Lenoir. We love the food and are learning about new activities every day. We are anxious to have COVID behind us so we can invite friends to visit us and eat with us.

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We have told a friend about Solstice. We explained what services are available and how they have had such a positive effect on our loved one. We picked this place over others because of the services, 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.
Solstice Senior Living at Columbia, conveniently situated on Keene Street, offers a harmonious blend of exceptional amenities and a strategic location. The community's thoughtfully designed living spaces provide comfort and a sense of home, while the private lake offers a picturesque backdrop for...
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I feel that I am receiving the best in this area. I picked this community because of the value and ease of change.
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.
Lake George is a small senior living community nestled in the heart of Columbia, Missouri. Lake George offers a feeling of living in the country while still close to the downtown area and local hospitals. From the abundant outdoor space, the beautiful sunsets, views of deer and birds, and the...
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We have had a great experience at The Westbury Senior Living. The staff have always been available for any questions we had about our loved one. They were helpful in understanding what my loved one might...
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.
I Believe Acts of Kindness Can Change the WorldAt The Westbury, our goal is simple; we want to provide senior citizens with the absolute best in senior living. Featuring Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, our community ensures seniors can age in place and their loved ones may...
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First I want to thank the hard working staff of Lenoir Woods in making my transition to my new home easy. As we age change can be challenging but I was given information about my new house making the move...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
An active lifestyle. Freedom from the hassles of home repairs. Priority access to quality health care. A community of close friends. It’s all here at Lenoir Woods.Nestled in the beautiful wooded Columbia countryside, our community offers a full continuum of services – from independent living and...
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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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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.
We believe that smaller is better, and personal touches go a long way. After all, it's the little things in life that count. TigerPlace in Columbia, MO offers a place where you get to know your neighbors and everything you need is easily within reach. TigerPlace offers independent living for...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
TigerPlace is an exciting new concept in community living for seniors that has been developed as a collaboration between Americare and the University of Missouri’s Sinclair School of Nursing. Our intimate community just minutes from campus, offers both one and two-bedroom apartments complete...
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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 father is thriving since his move to this community. Everything has worked out very well, and I'am comfortable with his move here. They have a wonderful staff, and I know he is in good hands. He is...
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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you're willing and able to give on your own, you'll find a welcome home at Mill Creek Village. You do the living and we help you do it. Mill Creek Village living will offer person-centered assisted living while providing a combination of...
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Cost of independent living in Columbia, MO

The average cost of senior living in Columbia is 3400.96 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pierpont, MO with an average of 3307.32 per month.

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Columbia, MO

$3,401

Sapp, MO

$3,307

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Lenoir Woods, Solstice Senior Living at Columbia and Lake George Senior Living are the top rated independent living facilities near Columbia, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Columbia, Missouri. See the full list.

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