The Groves

The Groves in Independence, Missouri, is a comprehensive senior living community designed to provide comfort, security, and freedom for residents. By taking care of housekeeping, yard work, and maintenance, the community allows residents to focus on the activities they enjoy. Residents can choose from independent living, independent living with services, licensed residential care, short-term rehabilitation, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. Apartments are available for rent, preserving residents’ assets with no buy-in requirement, and pets are welcome throughout the community.

Independent living residents enjoy maintenance-free living in studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments, with priority access to residential care or skilled nursing if needed. Licensed residential care provides 24-hour nursing staff, medication administration, housekeeping, laundry, and one-bedroom or studio apartments with kitchenettes. Meals are served in a welcoming dining room with multiple menu options. For short-term rehabilitation after hospitalization, Rosewood Health Center’s “Return to Independence” unit offers all-private suites. Long-term care residents have the option of private or semi-private furnished rooms, all supported by specially trained staff to meet individual needs.

For more details, The Groves emphasizes a continuum-of-care approach, ensuring that each resident can access the appropriate level of support as their needs change, all while enjoying a vibrant and pet-friendly community that promotes independence and social engagement.

Care and support at The Groves

The Groves offers the following levels of care in Independence:

• Assisted Living: Help from trained staff with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication, in a social community setting.
• Independent Living: Maintenance-free living for active older adults who don’t need daily care, with dining and activities on site.

Residents also have access to diabetic care, incontinence care and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. During a visit, ask how the team builds and reviews each resident’s care plan.

You can also browse more assisted living communities and independent living communities in our directory.

Living spaces and amenities

Living options at The Groves include one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms, with private bathrooms. Amenities include Wi-Fi and high-speed internet, air conditioning, ground-floor apartments, accessible design and kitchenettes. Shared spaces such as outdoor seating areas, indoor lounges, an indoor atrium, a library, an outdoor patio and a TV lounge give residents room to relax and socialize.

Dining at The Groves

Daily meals are included as part of community life, with guest meals for visiting family and restaurant-style dining. Other dining spaces include a café or bistro and a private dining room for family occasions.

Lifestyle and activities

Residents can stay active and social with pet-focused programs, live dance or theater performances, live musical performances, day trips and outings, Wii bowling, trivia games, community service programs, other religious services and forever fit, among 19 listed activities. On-site recreation includes an arts and crafts center, a billiards lounge, a fitness center, a game room, a movie theater room, a piano or organ, a swimming pool and a woodworking shop. To make day-to-day life easier, the community provides a visiting beautician, housekeeping and laundry service.

The Groves is pet friendly. For getting around, the community offers transportation for an extra fee.

Senior living near The Groves in Independence, MO

The Groves is located at 1515 W White Oak St, Independence, MO 64050. To see how it compares with other local communities, explore senior living across Missouri.

More assisted living in and around Independence, MO

Comparing options? These assisted living communities are nearby:

• Our Lady of Mercy Country Home – Liberty, MO
• The Wellington Senior Living – Liberty, MO
• The Ashton on the Plaza – Kansas City, MO
• Brookdale Wornall Place – Kansas City, MO
• Armour Oaks – Kansas City, MO
• Kingswood Senior Living – Kansas City, MO

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Helpful guides for families

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• Assisted living vs independent living: what is the difference?
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Questions to ask when you visit The Groves

• What is included in the monthly fee, and what costs extra?
• How are care needs assessed, and how often is the care plan reviewed?
• What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day and overnight?
• Can we join for a meal or an activity during the visit?

Frequently asked questions about The Groves

What types of care does The Groves offer?
The Groves offers assisted living and independent living in Independence, MO. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at The Groves?
The Groves offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does The Groves allow pets?
Yes. The Groves is listed as pet friendly. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does The Groves provide transportation?
The Groves offers transportation for an extra fee. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is The Groves located?
The Groves is at 1515 W White Oak St, Independence, MO 64050, in Independence, Missouri.

How much does The Groves cost?
Pricing at The Groves depends on the apartment type and level of care needed. Use the contact form on this page to request current pricing and availability. It is free and there is no obligation.

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