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Best Senior Living in Springfield, Missouri

43 communities found

Springfield, Missouri lists 51 senior living options, including 43 residential communities and 8 agencies. Across 47 rated communities the average rating is 4.1, drawn from 2,672 reviews read. Published prices for 4 communities range from $2,400 to a median of $3,500.50 a month.

  • 51options listed
  • 4.1average rating, 47 rated
  • 2,672family reviews read
  • 0small homes, 10 or fewer

Best-rated senior living in Springfield

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Turners Rock

    4.9 (73 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living

    Turners Rock draws overwhelmingly positive reviews, with attentive staff, abundant activities, and a modern, clean environment, though a few reviews raise memory care discharge concerns.

  2. 2

    Mission Ridge

    4.9 (71 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care

    Families describe Mission Ridge as a new, upscale community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with praise for dining, cleanliness, and staff.

  3. 3

    Lakewood Senior Living

    4.8 (86 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care· 43 units

    Lakewood Senior Living is described as a small, home-like community where staff know residents personally, though some reviews raise memory care safety concerns.

  4. 4

    The Montclair Senior Living

    4.7 (180 reviews)· Independent Living0

    Families praise The Montclair's caring staff and remodeled, clean facility, though some note cafeteria food quality and staffing shortages in dining.

  5. 5

    The Waterford at Ironbridge

    4.7 (106 reviews)· Independent Living, Respite / Short-Term Care

    The Waterford at Ironbridge is described as clean and welcoming, with friendly staff and a full activities calendar, though some raised cost and billing concerns.

  6. 6

    Spring Ridge Assisted Living

    5 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0

    Spring Ridge is described as a warm, home-like community with friendly staff, though the review sample of 13 is small.

  7. 7

    Gardens Independent Living

    4.8 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Gardens Independent Living is described as a warm, faith-based community with attentive staff, though a few reviews mention limited activities and staffing gaps.

  8. 8

    Springhouse Village

    4.7 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care

    Springhouse Village is described as a beautiful, well-maintained campus with warm staff, though some reviews raise concerns about staff consistency and memory care suitability.

  9. 9

    The Bungalows at Springfield East

    4.6 (43 reviews)· Assisted Living, Respite / Short-Term Care· 61 units

    The Bungalows at Springfield East is described as warm and family-like, with clean, friendly staff, though some reviews raise management and communication concerns.

  10. 10

    The Preston Luxury Living

    4.6 (41 reviews)· Independent Living

    The Preston, a 55+ independent living community, receives praise for food, amenities, and staff attentiveness, though some reviews raise management culture concerns.

What families say about senior living in Springfield

Counted across the review summaries of 43 Springfield communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, noted in 98% of 43 communities, along with cleanliness at 58% and building and grounds at 53%. Food and dining is praised in 44% of communities and medical and nursing care in 40%. On the concern side, staff attitude comes up in 72% of communities, cost and billing in 44%, staffing levels and turnover in 35%, and communication with families in 33%.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 98%
  • Cleanliness 58%
  • Building and grounds 53%
  • Food and dining 44%
  • Medical and nursing care 40%

Concerns raised

  • Staff attitude 72%
  • Cost and billing 44%
  • Staffing levels and turnover 35%
  • Communication with families 33%

“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.”

“Our family has been blessed to find a home for our mom that is so caring, loving, clean, and supportive. We truly appreciate all of the hard work that goes into running a facility like this. They are one of the best if not, the best places in Springfield!”

“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!”

Senior Living in Springfield: the figures

  • •Of the 5 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 2 have more than 60.
  • •17 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.1 out of 5: 7 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
  • •Among the 8 that publish a starting price, prices start at $2,400 a month with a median of $4,665.
  • •Most common amenities: housekeeping (41), 24-hour staff (39), private rooms (39), gathering / activity spaces (39), medication management (37), dietary accommodations (35).

How families pay for senior living 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: Senior Living in Missouri.

Senior Living near Springfield

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Ozark11.5 mi63.7 / 5
Bolivar31.2 mi53.4 / 5

All of Missouri: Senior Living in Missouri. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.

About these figures

Computed on October 19, 2026 from the 51 communities listed in Springfield, 2,672 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.

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Springfield, Missouri has 27 senior living communities offering assisted living, memory care, independent living, and other care options for older adults. Whether you're beginning to explore choices for a parent or planning ahead for yourself, this directory helps you compare what's available locally and understand the range of services and costs.

Monthly starting prices range from $2,400 to an average of $4,945 across the community. The actual cost for any individual depends on the level of care needed, room type, and specific services included. When evaluating options, families often compare pricing alongside care staff ratios, activity programs, dining services, and location convenience.

Spring Ridge Assisted Living, Lakewood Senior Living, and The Montclair Senior Living are among the highly reviewed communities in the area, based on recent resident and family feedback. Each community may specialize in different care levels or have distinct environments, so visiting in person and speaking directly with staff can help clarify which setting feels right for your situation.

Senior Living in Springfield: Common Questions

How many senior living communities are in Springfield, Missouri?

MyLivingChoice lists 51 senior living communities in Springfield, Missouri, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

How much does senior living cost in Springfield?

Among Springfield communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $2,400/month, with an average published starting rate near $4,931/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.

Which senior living communities in Springfield are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Terrace Home Health Springfield (5★, 61 ratings), Spring Ridge Assisted Living (5★, 13 ratings), Golden Estate Residential Care (5★, 5 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Springfield?

Beyond senior living, Springfield has skilled nursing / long term care (22 communities), assisted living (21 communities), independent living (19 communities), memory care (12 communities), home health (8 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate senior living in Springfield?

Families rate Springfield senior living communities 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 2,672 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Springfield senior living communities?

Across the review summaries of 43 Springfield communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 98%), cleanliness (mentioned for 58%), building and grounds (mentioned for 53%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (72%), cost and billing (44%), staffing levels and turnover (35%).

Are there small senior living homes in Springfield?

Of the 5 Springfield communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 2 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.

How do Springfield nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?

17 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Springfield carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.1 out of 5. 7 are rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.