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10 Best Nursing Homes in Polk County, MO

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County or another care type is right for you. Browse 70 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Polk County.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Greene, Christian or Dallas.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Polk County, MO

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Century Pines in Ozark, MO
4.9

When it comes to the activities they haven't really had a chance to get our anywhere because of the weather. However, our loved one likes it there. It makes it much easier to know she is so loved by all the people who take care of her there.

Essex of Ozark
5.0

I am happy with the care from the staff at this community. This is a smaller community. The community offers a lot of great meals that are home cooked. The community is clean and a nice positive environment. I like that she is happy with they have a dog for her to enjoy. I would highly recommend this community for excellent care and value.

Lakewood - Assisted Living By Americare in Springfield, MO
5.0

This was not an easy decision to make. Not at all. We cared for my mother for a few years at home but wandering in the middle of the night started and it became a safety issue for my mother. Having toured several facilities in the Springfield Missouri area, both my sister and I agreed that the Arbors at Lakewood stood out among their peers. Since my mothers arrival, I can't express how reassured I am that we made the right choice. This provides me as much peace as this difficult decision can. If you have a loved one who suffers from Alzheimer's/Dementia I highly recommend this facility and their genuinely caring staff. From administration to activities and meals and their flexible "Best Friends" approach.

Bristol Manor of Willard

511 Watson Street, Willard, MO 65781

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3 reviews

We loved the managers and they helped our Mom more than expected with her clothes and bedding. They were always available for us when needed.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...

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Turners Rock Senior Living Community

3911 E State Hwy D, Springfield, MO 65809

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9.9
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28 reviews

I really can't say enough about Turner's Rock. Initially my parents were in the assisted living section and after my mother passed away my dad had to move to the independent living side. The staff made sure...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.

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Cedarhurst of Springfield

1146 E. Lakewood Street, Springfield, MO 65810

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9.5
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29 reviews

The staff contacts me for any changes, like meds and moving to a different room and why. The patients are free to roam the facility as they wish (within reason) they make sure anything that can cause harm to...

Provides: Memory Care
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Cedarhurst of Springfield, MO is home to 66 Memory Care apartments. This location is specifically designed to meet the needs of people living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of Springfield, MO is staffed with a friendly and expertly-trained team dedicated to the preservation...

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Mission Ridge

4349 South Kansas Avenue, Springfield, MO 65810

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7 reviews

I'm most impressed with the staff. Everyone I've had contact with, from the General Manager, Community Relations Director, Maintenance Supervisor, Dining Room and Housekeeping staff - every single one was...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Located in the Southwest area of Springfield, our brand-new community offers quality senior living at its best. Mission Ridge senior living offers independent retirement living, assisted living and memory care. We feature spacious private apartments and stunning amenities.Our community is...

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Mission Ridge

4349 South Kansas Avenue, Springfield, MO 65810

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7 reviews

I'm most impressed with the staff. Everyone I've had contact with, from the General Manager, Community Relations Director, Maintenance Supervisor, Dining Room and Housekeeping staff - every single one was...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Located in the Southwest area of Springfield, our brand-new community offers quality senior living at its best. Mission Ridge senior living offers independent retirement living, assisted living and memory care. We feature spacious private apartments and stunning amenities.Our community is...

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Castlewood Senior Living

1538 N Old Castle Rd, Nixa, MO 65714

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21 reviews

The carpet in the dining room and in front of some resident doors is stained. Most of the staff is very friendly and very good with my mom. She complains almost every day about the food. It seems they...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Castlewood is located in beautiful Nixa Missouri. With a quiet country setting we provide all of the comforts of home, with a convenient location. Just a 30-minute drive will send you back in time right in the heart of Branson Mo. Enjoy all of the attractions it has to offer including shopping,...

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The Township Senior Living

4150 W Republic Rd, Battlefield, MO 65619

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18 reviews

The township really gets memory care. They met my mom where she was every day in the disease with love and hope. They helped her with her growing needs each day with kindness and allowed her to live with...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Century Pines

709 E Mccracken Rd, Ozark, MO 65721

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19 reviews

We have had a loved one in memory care at The Oaks Cottage at Century Pines for 4 months. We have been very pleased with the care he receives as well as the cleanliness of the facility. I would highly...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Century Pines Assisted Living is located in the beautiful neighborhoods of Ozark, MO. Century Pines is situated on a picturesque terrain, and the ambient landscapes that stretch far and beyond are set to give our residents a wonderful place to call home. When you visit Century Pines, your view...

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Hopedale Cottage

1314 W School St, Ozark, MO 65721

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14 reviews

The staff is just wonderful! They were so pleasant and took such good care of my mom! They always had time to talk to her if she wanted to talk. Everything was spotless! Her room was always clean and the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Cedarhurst of Lebanon

842 Lynn Street, Lebanon, MO 65536

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9 reviews

I literally can not put into words how much we loved Cedarhurst for our Mom !! From the moment we walked through the doors to tour the facility.. We knew this was the perfect place to make our mom her...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We started Cedarhurst of Lebanon to provide truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Assisted Living or Memory Care, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate amenities,...

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The Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care

1302 W Sunset St, Springfield, MO 65807

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8.4
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15 reviews

We liked The Gardens immediately, layout of asst living area dining area as well as rooms is perfect for mom. Don't like the one time activity fee and admin fee for long term care insurance but she loves...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Gardens Independent Condominiums of Springfield, MO is perfect for those who wish to remain more independent.  The community consists of 14 condos that are primarily two-bedroom, two-bath and have two-car garages.  The condos range from 1050 to 1500 square feet with three different...

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The Bungalows at Chesterfield Village

2410 W Chesterfield Blvd, Springfield, MO 65807

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17 reviews

My brother had a great experience at the Bungalow & they quickly transitioned him to going home.., getting him out of Mercy Hospital was the best thing we ever did.., it was expensive to do because the VA...

Provides: Assisted Living
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The Fremont Senior Living

1520 E Bates, Springfield, MO 65804

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50 reviews

The caregivers provided excellent care for my dad and were genuinely concerned about his well-being. The food was delicious and the ability to order from a menu was a plus for my dad. The environment was...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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The Fremont Senior Living is a Continuum of Care community offering Independent Apartments and Patio Homes, Assisted Living Level Two Suites, and a Memory Care Cottage. The Fremont is a locally owned and operated community that has been providing the highest level of customer service and care to...

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Joy Assisted Living

2030 West Mount Vernon Street, Springfield, MO 65802

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8 reviews

They have been very helpful in overall care. The facility has beautiful spacious rooms, but there are some rough areas under renovation since moving in. There aren't many activities, but the ones they have...

Provides: Assisted Living

Joy Assisted Living is located in the bustling city of Springfield, MO. This cozy community offers a home-like building that is set in a city that is known for its great attractions, historical treasures, and many parks. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...

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The Bungalows at Springfield East

3540 E Cherokee St, Springfield, MO 65809

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8.0
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6 reviews

I have zero complaints. The staff try really hard to have activities that work for everyone! That is the best!! Yes, I sure would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Bradford Court

902 N Main St, Nixa, MO 65714

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I am so impressed with [name removed] and Bradford Court! What a wonderful place. [Name removed]... the Director of Nursing at Bradford Ct ... creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all the residents. ...

Provides: Assisted Living

When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at Bradford Court.Bradford Court is located on Main Street in Nixa, MO. Nixa is located just 5 miles south of Springfield, MO and is the “Crossroads of the...

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Essex of Lebanon

1316 Deadra Drive, Lebanon, MO 65536

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3 reviews

We have now had to move our loved one to a nursing home, but while she was at the Essex community they were wonderful. If I could give them a 10 plus I would. They were great. They're administrator was...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Services provided at no additional cost:Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...

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Bristol Manor of Aurora

740 S Hudson, Aurora, MO 65605

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I have lived at Bristol Manor for almost 10 years now. I’ve met a lot nice folks during my time here. When I first came here I was a bit hesitant about a residential care facility. Being a disabled veteran I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...

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Bristol Manor of Lamar

603 E 17th Street, Lamar, MO 64759

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Bristol Manor of Lamar did a great job overall. It was a nice looking, well kept, clean facility, and the people all seemed very friendly. They also serve some very good home-cooked food!

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...

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Essex of Ozark

5173 North 22nd Street, Ozark, MO 65721

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6 reviews

Our mother had a medical emergency that ended in her needing an assisted living facility. We were thrilled to find Essex of Ozark was able accommodate us on short notice. They were incredibly helpful,...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...

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Maranatha Village, Inc

233 E Norton Rd, Springfield, MO 65803

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9 reviews

They were so welcoming and thoughtful. Beautiful grounds and different level of options for living situation from individual homes, duplexes, apartment living, assisted living if needed, rehab, nursing home....

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Bristol Manor of Warsaw

1600 Estate Dr, Warsaw, MO 65355

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3 reviews

The facility is always clean when I come to visit. It's a friendly place. The staff are good people, and they genuinely care about the people they serve. My dad likes it there and is able to maintain his...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...

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Lakewood - Assisted Living By Americare

4685 South Robberson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65810

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12 reviews

We are comfortable with my mother in law move to this community. We know she is safe, and receiving good care. The community looks good, they do a good job with the cleanliness of the facility. They have a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at Lakewood.Lakewood and The Arbors at Lakewood are located in Springfield off the James River Freeway and South Campbell near two hospitals. Lakewood is...

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Spring Ridge

2828 S Meadowbrook Ave, Springfield, MO 65807

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My sons have been real pleased with everything at Spring Ridge. The resident is a negative person so it is hard to tell if there are real issues or not. As far as I am concerned it is a very nice facility. I...

Provides: Assisted Living

When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at Spring Ridge Assisted Living.Spring Ridge is located on Meadowbrook Avenue in beautiful Springfield, MO. Springfield is the third-largest city in Missouri and...

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NorthPark Village and Cottages

4449 N State Highway Nn, Ozark, MO 65721

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8 reviews

She's pleased with North Park Village & Cottages. It is very clean. All the staff seems really helpful. I ate all the meals there and the staff is good about observing everyone. There are so few residents...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at NorthPark Village.Our staff is trained in “spoiling” our residents with our Hometown Hospitality way of life. We pride ourselves in providing excellent care in...

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What are nursing homes?

Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Rehabilitation care, including physical and speech therapy
  • Mobility assistance
  • Palliative and hospice care
  • Health care services
  • Complimentary transportation
  • 24-hour care and supervision
Complete guide to nursing homes
Disclosure: A Place for Mom refers to "nursing home" here generally as an umbrella term to include assisted living facilities. It is not used to indicate that the facility meets official state requirements for level of care of a skilled nursing facility, as defined in that particular jurisdiction.

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