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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Mount Vernon, MO
If your loved one needs memory care in Mount Vernon, A Place for Mom can help. With 29 memory care facilities in Mount Vernon, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Mount Vernon incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Mount Vernon memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Mount Vernon, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Republic, Monett and Fairview.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Republic, Monett and Fairview.
Mount Vernon Memory Care Facilities | 305 Reviews
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Last Updated: 12/18/24
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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.
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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Cost of memory care in Mount Vernon, MO
The average cost of senior living in Mount Vernon is $4,780 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hoberg, MO with an average of $4,734 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Mount Vernon, MO vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Mount Vernon
Recent reviews for memory care in Mount Vernon
Lakewood - Assisted Living By Americare in Springfield, MO
5.0
This was not an easy decision to make. Not at all. We cared for my mother for a few years at home but wandering in the middle of the night started and it became a safety issue for my mother. Having toured several facilities in the Springfield Missouri area, both my sister and I agreed that the ...
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Century Pines in Ozark, MO
4.7
We moved my Dad here per his request because he grew up in Ozark. He was formerly at The Fremont in Springfield because that was close to our house. Century Pines seemed old, confusing and more like the old time rest homes, but I was wrong.
The staff here has been phenomenal. As his ...
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Ravenwood and Arbors at Ravenwood in Springfield, MO
5.0
Ravenwood is definitely the perfect place for Mom. Since moving in she has been very happy and made plenty of friends. She enjoys playing bingo and my sisters go to visit her often. I've heard no complaints about the food and the cook is such an awesome person! Since moving in my sisters have ...
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Mount Vernon review score based on 119 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 119 reviews of 25 Mount Vernon memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Mount Vernon review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Mount Vernon memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 119 reviews of 25 Mount Vernon memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mount Vernon resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Mount Vernon, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Mount Vernon memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Vernon memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Mount Vernon 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
73.1%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
65.4%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80.8%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Mount Vernon memory care
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 Mount Vernon Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.1%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65.4%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.6%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mount Vernon memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mount Vernon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.2%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Vernon memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mount Vernon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.5%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.5%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Vernon memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Mount Vernon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.2%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.4%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.7%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Turners Rock Senior Living Community, Cedarhurst of Springfield and Mission Ridge are the top-rated memory care facilities near Mount Vernon, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 29 memory care facilities near Mount Vernon, Missouri. See the full list.
The 29 memory care facilities near you in Mount Vernon, Missouri typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mount Vernon, Missouri, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Mount Vernon, Missouri, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Mount Vernon, Missouri ranges from $649 to $8525. The average Memory Care cost in Mount Vernon, Missouri is $4,780. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Mount Vernon, Missouri typically starts at $649. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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