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Joy Assisted Living

2030 W Mt Vernon St

3.3(31 ratings)· Springfield average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
74 residents

Missouri DHSS

Licensed operator
Joyco, Inc
Ownership
Family-owned and operated, not corporate
Transportation
Staff drive residents to doctor appointments

What Families Think

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Reviews for Joy Assisted Living are sharply divided: many families praise the small, family-owned feel and describe staff as personally devoted to residents, while a significant cluster of reviewers report a persistent bed bug infestation and lapses in hygiene care. The community is family-owned rather than corporate, which reviewers frequently cite as a reason for personalized attention, but several serious complaints about cleanliness and neglect appear alongside the positive accounts.

What reviewers praise

  • Family-owned, not corporate-run
  • Staff described as personally attentive and caring
  • Residents say it feels like home
  • Helps coordinate doctor appointments and transportation
  • Monthly outings like Branson trips or casino visits

What reviewers flag

  • Multiple reports of an ongoing bed bug infestation
  • Several reports of infrequent bathing and unchanged bed linens
  • Reports of rooms not cleaned regularly, overflowed toilets left uncleaned
  • One report of a fall and difficulty reaching staff by phone

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Joy Assisted Living is a senior living community in Springfield, Missouri offering Assisted Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.3 out of 5 across 31 reviews.

About Joy Assisted Living

Joy Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Springfield, Missouri, serving residents who need help with daily activities and medication management. The facility allows couples to reside together and has undergone interior renovation.

Reviews reveal a deeply divided picture. Five-star reviewers consistently praise specific staff members, Don, Carmen, Kathy, and Amanda, for going the extra mile, showing genuine care, and treating residents with kindness and respect. One family wrote that their father "absolutely loved being at Joy." Residents describe a family-like atmosphere, and a therapy provider noted the staff's knowledge of individual resident needs is uncommon. However, one-star reviewers report serious concerns: ongoing bedbug infestations despite frequent spraying, inadequate housekeeping and hygiene assistance, residents going extended periods without bathing, soiled bed linens not being changed promptly, poor food quality, and neglect of basic care. These critical reviews suggest inconsistent care standards across the facility.

Joy Assisted Living holds a 3.3 out of 5 Google rating based on 31 reviews. The stark contrast between five-star and one-star accounts suggests that experience may depend significantly on which staff members provide care and which residents require what level of support.

Types of Care at Joy Assisted Living

Assisted Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Joy Assisted Living

3.3overall · 31 ratings combined

3.3★ on Google (31)

Teresa Oldham

Jun 2026

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Since the day I walked into this place I have felt comfortable. The people are nice. I feel as if the staff and residents have accepted me as myself, feel very comfortable with the administrator she's so nice too everyone. The facility as a whole is a good place to be. It feels like home and it's one big family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Joy Assisted Living offer?

Joy Assisted Living offers Assisted Living.

How much does Joy Assisted Living cost?

Joy Assisted Living has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Springfield that publish rates start around $4,665 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.

Where is Joy Assisted Living located?

Joy Assisted Living is located at 2030 W Mt Vernon St in Springfield, Missouri.

What do families say about Joy Assisted Living?

Joy Assisted Living carries a 3.3 out of 5 rating from 31 Google reviews. Reviews for Joy Assisted Living are sharply divided: many families praise the small, family-owned feel and describe staff as personally devoted to residents, while a significant cluster of reviewers report a persistent bed bug infestation and lapses in hygiene care. The community is family-owned rather than corporate, which reviewers frequently cite as a reason for personalized attention, but several serious complaints about cleanliness and neglect appear alongside the positive accounts. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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