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10 Best Nursing Homes in Mercer County, MO

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Mercer County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Mercer County, MO may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Mercer County or another care type is right for you. Browse 41 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Mercer County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like High Point, Woodland and Brooklyn.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Mercer County, MO

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted 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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Northridge Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of life...
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Cost of nursing homes in Mercer County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Mercer County is $3,489 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Princeton, MO with an average of $2,253 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, MO vs. nearby counties

Mercer County, MO
$3,489/mo
$2,253/mo
$3,577/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, MO vs. the state and national average

Mercer County, MO
$3,489/mo
U.S. national average
$4,804/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County vs. other types of senior living

$4,884/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,489/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$4,510/mo
Studio
$3,768/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,020/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,430/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 families are saying about nursing homes in Mercer County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Mercer County

StoneBridge Chillicothe - RCF

5.0
This is a nice community with good care. The meals are very good. I am happy knowing that they are happy with community. The meals are outstanding and a great variety. They do have actvities for the residents who want to participate. This is a great place with great care and value. We highly ...
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Ashbury Heights of Chillicothe

4.5
This place is wonderful my daughter has been living there almost a year now and has made lots of friends and loves the staff. I'm glad we chose this home for our daughter.

Homestead of Centerville

5.0
Homestead of Centerville was the ideal place for my mother. The staff was professional, personable, and aimed to please at any time of day or night. The facility is clean, well lit and maintained, and free of odor and clutter. When mom required adapted assistance, the staff was willing to ...
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Mercer County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer County, 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 Mercer County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Mercer County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mercer County, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
66.7%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
66.7%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
66.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mercer County nursing homes

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 Mercer County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25.9%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.7%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mercer County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mercer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mercer County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
3.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
3.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mercer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Mercer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
7.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
7.4%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
3.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
7.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
11.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
3.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Homestead of Centerville, Bristol Manor of Trenton and Bristol Manor of Unionville are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Mercer County, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 41 nursing homes facilities near Mercer County, Missouri. See the full list.

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