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Baptist Home

17451 Medical Center Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care

Business Description

Baptist Home is a Christian senior living community that accommodates clients in and around the Independence area. Its facility is abundant in natural light because of the large windows it is surrounded with. It is also equipped with a spacious dining area, a private courtyard with a garden, and a physical therapy department that offers outpatient services. Chapel services are also available. Baptist Home provides benevolent assistance each year to long-term care residents. It also facilitates outreach programs to help other organizations and churches.

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4.9
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4.9 / 5 (53)
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5.0 / 5 (1)

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Cedarhurst of Blue Springs

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20551 E. Trinity Pl., Blue Springs, MO 64015
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

Business Description

Cedarhurst of Blue Springs is an assisted living and memory care community serving seniors in Independence. It offers wheelchair-accessible residences with climate controls and emergency call systems. Its Living TRUE program helps residents live their preferred lifestyle with curated meals, enrichment activities, and support services based on their personal wishes and medical requirements. It has a 24/7 caregiving staff, licensed nurses, a movie theater, salon, and therapy services on site. The community is ADA-compliant, pet-friendly, and adheres to the U.S. equal housing opportunity policy.

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4.2
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4.1 / 5 (49)
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5.0 / 5 (2)

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John Knox Village

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1001 N.W. Chipman Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
  • Hospice Services

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John Knox Village offers heart-of-the-Midwest community experiences to seniors in Independence. It provides the elderly with various support such as living assistance, dementia care, and rehabilitation and nursing services. Its caregivers assist residents with daily tasks like bathing and dressing, arranging their personal spaces, and attending socialization, leisure, and dining programs. The not-for-profit life plan community was established in 1970 and has studios and apartments with individual thermostat controls, walk-in showers, and emergency call systems.

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3.9
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4.0 / 5 (19)
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2.0 / 5 (3)

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The Parkway Senior Living

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550 NE Napoleon Drive, Blue Springs, MO 64014
  • Pet Friendly
  • Day Trips
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care

Business Description

The Parkway Senior Living, which is located near healthcare providers and local parks, provides continuing care for elders in and around Independence. Personalized assisted living plans are developed by the resident, family members, and the community's Director of Wellness, Krystal Pine. The process involves taking into account clients' goals and needs, whether personal care assistance or socialization skills improvement. Residents have over 50 meal options to select from daily. They are also allowed to bring pets.

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4.0 / 5 (56)

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The Princeton Senior Living

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1701 SE Oldham Pkwy, Lee's Summit, MO 64081
  • Fitness Classes
  • Memory Care

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The Princeton Senior Living is a continuing care provider that has been serving Independence and nearby locations since 2021. It offers different residency options, including assisted living, which involve individualized plans that cater to seniors who need partial or full assistance. Holistic events that promote the physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being of clients are also held at the facility. Residents may reserve the community's private dining area for family gatherings. The Princeton Senior Living supports the Greater Missouri Alzheimer’s Association.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How is assisted living different from a nursing home?

    Nursing homes are for people who require round-the-clock care, while assisted living facilities are for those who need some help, but are also capable of managing some of their daily activities on their own. Nursing homes are more expensive, and may look more like a clinic or hospital rather than a home.

  • What are Activities of Daily Living or "ADLs"?

    You’ll hear about ADLs, or Activities of Daily Living, when you’re researching assisted living facilities. These are the basic tasks that we undertake each day, such as dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, and walking. Not being able to do several of the ADLs is a sign that you or your loved one should consider moving to an assisted living facility.

  • Do I pay for assisted living on a monthly basis?

    Usually, yes. You should receive a statement each month that indicates the base fee (the rent you're paying for your space) along with a services fee, which covers the time spent by staff members helping the resident with their ADLs.

  • Are there low-cost options for assisted living facilities?

    HUD (U.S. Housing and Urban Development) has a program called Section 202 that provides supportive housing for very low-income elders, and your local agency for the elderly will have information on state and regional programs.

  • Am I allowed to keep my car at an assisted living facility?

    Probably, but you will need to talk to the facility to find out what its rules are for residential driving. There may be an additional parking fee required. If you do not drive, your facility should be able to offer rides to shopping and health care appointments.

  • Do assisted living facilities allow pets?

    They may — you will need to ask if your pet is allowed. Cats are often fine, but there may be restrictions on large dog breeds or on the number of pets that are allowed.

  • What happens if the resident’s health declines after they are in an assisted living facility?

    Many assisted living facilities include several levels of care, so if declining health means that more care is required, they can stay where they are, although the cost will increase. You can also consider hiring a private duty nurse or moving the resident to a more comprehensive care nursing home.