Best Memory Care in Springfield, Missouri
12 communities found
Springfield, Missouri has 15 memory care communities, all residential rather than home care agencies, with an average rating of 4.4 across all 15 rated communities based on 892 reviews read. Four communities publish pricing, ranging from $2,400 to a median of $3,500.50 per month.
- 12communities
- 4.3average rating, 12 rated
- 643family reviews read
Mission Ridge
Springfield, Missouri
4.9(71)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
From $4,860/moLakewood Senior Living
Springfield, Missouri
4.8(86)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Gardens Independent Living
Springfield, Missouri
4.8(24)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Springhouse Village
Springfield, Missouri
4.7(41)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
The Fremont Senior Living
Springfield, Missouri
4.5(103)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
From $6,700/moCedarhurst Senior Living of Springfield, MO Memory Care
Springfield, Missouri
4.5(98)
Memory Care
Suttonin Home Senior Care
Springfield, Missouri
4.4(41)
Home care · no referral needed
Creekside at Elfindale Independent Living
Springfield, Missouri
4.2(20)
Independent LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
From $4,740/moRavenwood Senior Living
Springfield, Missouri
4.1(11)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
The Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
Springfield, Missouri
3.9(48)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Easy Living
Springfield, Missouri
3.3(7)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
From $10,380/moThe Neighborhoods at Quail Creek
Springfield, Missouri
3.1(121)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated memory care in Springfield
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (71 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Mission Ridge is a new, upscale community where reviewers praise restaurant-style dining, cleanliness, and staff who treat residents like family in its memory care unit.
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4.8 (86 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care· 43 units
Lakewood Senior Living is described as small and home-like, though families raise a safety and monitoring concern in memory care and note grounds needing upkeep.
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4.8 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Gardens Independent Living is a faith-based community where families praise cleanliness, food, and staff responsiveness, despite minor gaps in activities and occasional staffing shortages.
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4.7 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Springhouse Village is a well-maintained campus with warm staff, praised grounds and dining, though some reviews note staff consistency and memory care suitability concerns.
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4.5 (103 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Reviewers describe The Fremont as a warm, well-staffed community where residents and their families feel cared for by name-known staff, particularly in the memory care cottage. At the same time, several families point to…
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Cedarhurst Senior Living of Springfield, MO Memory Care
4.5 (98 reviews)· Memory Care
Cedarhurst of Springfield offers warm, personalized dementia care with proactive communication, though some families report safety concerns including falls and hygiene lapses.
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4.4 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Sutton In-Home Senior Care is praised for compassionate caregivers and an involved owner, though some reviews cite scheduling reliability and billing accuracy concerns.
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Creekside at Elfindale Independent Living
4.2 (20 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Most reviewers describe Creekside at Elfindale as a warm, family-like community with attentive staff, good food, and a clean, well-kept setting on a large wooded campus. A couple of reviewers, however, reported…
- 9
4.1 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care0
Most reviewers praise the staff at Ravenwood Senior Living for consistent, compassionate care, especially in memory care, and highlight long-tenured employees and a caring administrator. One reviewer, however, described…
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The Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
3.9 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care0
Families generally describe The Gardens as a warm, faith-based community with friendly, caring staff and good food, and many say loved ones settled in happily. At the same time, several reviewers report serious concerns…
What families say about memory care in Springfield
Counted across the review summaries of 12 Springfield communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Caring, attentive staff show up in 100% of the 15 communities' reviews, and cleanliness is mentioned favorably in 67%. At the same time, staff attitude is raised as a concern in 80% of communities, and cost and billing issues come up in 47%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Cleanliness 67%
- Food and dining 58%
- Activities and social life 58%
- Building and grounds 42%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 83%
- Staffing levels and turnover 33%
- Cost and billing 33%
- Communication with families 25%
“Stephanie at Mission Ridge is simply amazing. The community members are in the best hands possible. Beautiful facility run by beautiful people with such caring hearts.”
“Anthony Argenta plays such a huge roll in the family atmosphere here at The Fremont Senior Living facility. I love seeing the seniors participating in activities and having a smile on their faces!”
“The gardens has amazing entertainers!<br>They love their residence and they have a wonderful Activities Director, Kim and Sara and executive Director of sales and marketing. .”
Memory Care in Springfield: the figures
- •Among the 4 that publish a starting price, prices start at $4,740 a month with a median of $5,780.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (12), social activities (12), housekeeping (12), gathering / activity spaces (12), private rooms (12), dietary accommodations (12).
How families pay for memory care in Missouri
Most families in Missouri pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket, at least at first. That often means monthly income combined with savings, and many households also draw on the proceeds from selling a home to help cover costs. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years ago, can offset some of the monthly fee as well, though it's worth reviewing the policy's terms closely since coverage for assisted living versus memory care can differ. Veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care, and it's worth asking a veterans service officer whether a particular situation meets the requirements.
The full picture for the state: Memory Care in Missouri.
Memory Care near Springfield
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
All of Missouri: Memory Care in Missouri. Closer to home? Compare memory care near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 17, 2026 from the 12 communities listed in Springfield, 643 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 24, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Springfield ask about.
- Home Care in Missouri: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: 9 Key Differences and How to Choose the Right One
- How Routine Enhances Quality Of Life In Memory Care
Not in Springfield? Memory care near me finds communities around wherever you are.
Memory care is a specialized form of residential care designed for individuals with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other cognitive conditions. In Springfield, Missouri, families have 13 memory care communities to choose from, each offering varying levels of support and amenities.
Monthly costs for memory care in Springfield start at $2,400, with an average starting price around $4,945. When evaluating communities, consider how services, staffing ratios, activity programs, and security features align with your loved one's specific needs and your budget.
Spring Ridge Assisted Living (5 stars, 13 reviews), Lakewood Senior Living (4.8 stars, 86 reviews), and The Montclair Senior Living (4.7 stars, 180 reviews) are among the higher-rated options in the area. Reading detailed reviews and visiting multiple communities can help you understand what each offers and how residents and families describe their experience.
Memory Care in Springfield: Common Questions
How many memory care communities are in Springfield, Missouri?
MyLivingChoice lists 12 memory care communities in Springfield, Missouri, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does memory care cost in Springfield?
Among Springfield communities that publish pricing, memory care starts around $4,740/month, with an average published starting rate near $6,670/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which memory care communities in Springfield are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Mission Ridge (4.9★, 71 ratings), Lakewood Senior Living (4.8★, 86 ratings), Gardens Independent Living (4.8★, 24 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Springfield?
Beyond memory care, Springfield has skilled nursing / long term care (22 communities), assisted living (21 communities), independent living (19 communities), home health (8 communities), at-home care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate memory care in Springfield?
Families rate Springfield memory care communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 643 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Springfield memory care communities?
Across the review summaries of 12 Springfield communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), cleanliness (mentioned for 67%), food and dining (mentioned for 58%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (83%), staffing levels and turnover (33%), cost and billing (33%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Springfield bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
