Countryside Estates sits in Appleton City, MO, where it operates as a licensed Residential Care Facility with 24 beds, caring for older adults who need daily support and a safe community. The place provides long-term care and offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services, with several staff roles, including a Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Business Office Manager, and social service staff like Bobby Smith and Jamie Hansen helping run the place smoothly. There's a minimum age requirement and several room types to choose from, like studio, one-bedroom, semi-private, or two-bedroom units, so families can select what best fits their loved one's needs. The staff stays trained to help residents move, manage daily activities, and watch over insulin levels for diabetes, attending to health needs any hour of the day.
Countryside Estates focuses on making things simple for families, helping them sort through senior living choices for free, using guidance from local advisors, and connecting them directly to get detailed information about the community, though they haven't published exact prices. Those needing care will find meals provided, common indoor areas for gathering, social and religious activities both on and off-site, and activity programs to keep people moving and engaged. Nursing staff can also help with ambulatory, non-ambulatory, diabetic, and incontinence care. The facility doesn't accept Medicare payments unless certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, but it does take private pay, commercial insurance, veterans' benefits, and Social Security, with separate fee structures for the level of care, room choice, and other needs, including community and respite fees.
The atmosphere at Countryside Estates is described as friendly, comforting, and focused on physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being for every resident. The community has indoor spaces designed for conversation and socializing, as well as devotional and restorative activities. Social service staff provide support, while a culture of kindness and helpfulness is recognized among the workers and residents. Countryside Estates operates alongside Appleton City Manor, sharing contact details and some resources. Families say the place is welcoming, though reviews average about 1.5 stars, which points to some concerns or things people think could be better. There's no perfect place for everyone, but this facility tries to provide a safe, caring home for seniors who need extra help and a steady hand nearby.
