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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oakland, MO
If you’re looking for independent living in the Oakland area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Oakland. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 55 independent living facilities in Oakland, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Oakland, MO
The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $3,739 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Green Park, MO with an average of $3,729 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakland, MO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakland, MO vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Oakland, MO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Oakland
Recent reviews for independent living in Oakland
Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO
4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Veronica Place in Florissant, MO
5.0
this is a first class place. excellent for the amount you pay.
the only complaint is the consistency of the food quality. it all depends on who is cooking from day to day
Lutheran Convalescent Home in Webster Groves, MO
5.0
After an extensive search, I realize Lutheran Senior Services' Laclede Groves retirement community in Webster Groves offers the best Life Plan facility in the St. Louis area. I'm experiencing the high level of quality of life and care that all seniors hope to experience in their retirement. ...
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Oakland independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.9%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland 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 Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.7%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland 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 Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.6%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.4%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.2%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.8%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.7%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.7%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon Park Independent Living, Clarendale of St. Peters and Crestview Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oakland, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 55 independent living facilities near Oakland, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oakland, Missouri are Avalon Park Independent Living, Clarendale of St. Peters and Crestview Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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