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Independent living in Independence, MO

1 independent living community and continuing care retirement communities from public records.

Independent living community
1
in Independence
Units
300
across all 1
Adults 65+
22,794
Census estimate for Independence
Within 25 miles
21
of the center of Independence
Independent LivingAssisted Living 3Memory Care 5Home Care 5Nursing Homes 10Senior Apartments 10Care Homes 3
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Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Independence (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Independent living communities near Independence

Counting neighboring towns, there are 21 independent living communities within 25 miles of the center of Independence, 20 more than in Independence itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Independence

See all 21 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Independent living in Independence at a glance

Independence has one independent living community in our directory, drawn from CMS Care Compare records.1

Licensing and oversight

How independent living is regulated in Missouri

Independent living is housing. Any assisted living, memory care or nursing care offered on the same campus is licensed separately; in Missouri, residential care is licensed by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.2

Paying for care

Ways to pay for independent living in Missouri

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Missouri Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Missouri Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.4
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.5 The Missouri Veterans Commission helps with claims (573-751-3779).6
Medicare counseling
Missouri’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-390-3330.7

Local resources

Local help for families in Independence

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Jackson County8

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Jackson County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Mid-America Regional Council Region 079

    (816) 474-4240

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Jackson County.

    Website

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Missouri Adult Protective Services

    800-392-0210

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Missouri State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)7

    1-800-390-3330

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Missouri Veterans Commission6

    573-751-3779

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Missouri Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about independent living in Independence

How many independent living communities are in Independence, MO?

WeFoundCare lists 1 independent living community in Independence, MO, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Independence there are 21.

How many units can independent living communities in Independence serve?

1 of the 1 independent living communities report units, for a combined 300 units. The Census Bureau estimates 22,794 adults age 65 and older live in Independence.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Independence?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Jackson County, call (816) 474-4240. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Missouri Adult Protective Services at 800-392-0210.

Are there independent living communities near Independence?

Nearby cities with listings include Lee's Summit (2, 11.5 mi), Kansas City (3, 13.3 mi), Gladstone (1, 14.2 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing independent living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Independence

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from CMS Care Compare (Nursing Home Provider Information), Sep 1, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Independence (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.10
  • Units is the figure on the public record; 1 of 1 independent living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Independence (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Nursing Home Provider Information. data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py Accessed Sep 1, 2026.
  2. Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. data.mo.gov/Health/LTC-DIRECTORY/fenu-sipv Accessed .
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.