Independence Manor Care Center

    1600 Kings Hwy, Independence, MO 64055
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Skilled Nursing

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.78·(23)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.8
    • Staff

      3.8
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      3.8

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive nursing staff
    • Knowledgeable clinical and social-work team
    • Effective social-services communication
    • Rehabilitation-focused therapy improving strength and coordination
    • Family-inclusive end-of-life policies
    • Spacious semi-private rooms
    • Large, comfortable dining area
    • Pleasant indoor and outdoor common areas
    • Engaging daily activities and holiday events
    • Good-quality meals with visitor dining options
    • Stable, long-tenured caregiving team

    Cons

    • Inconsistent personal-care routines
    • Sanitation and odor concerns in some areas
    • High CNA turnover and low staff engagement
    • Administrative communication and logistical gaps
    • Limited resident amenities and in-room conveniences
    • Restricted transportation and off-site activity options
    • Infrequent on-site physician availability
    • Inadequate specialty-care coordination
    • Medication management and staff conduct (allegations)
    • Unreliable internal communication systems

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews convey a mixed but distinct pattern. Many families and residents highlight strong hands-on care, effective rehabilitation, and a supportive social-services presence; at the same time, others raise operational and environmental concerns that prospective families should evaluate during a tour.

    Care and clinical services: Numerous accounts describe attentive, compassionate nursing and therapy staff who focus on restoring strength and mobility. Social workers and rehabilitation teams are cited for clear communication and active family involvement in care plans. However, reviewers also identified gaps in clinical oversight: physician rounds are described as infrequent, and access to specialty services (for example, podiatry) and oversight of those services appear limited. There are also expressed concerns about medication management and staff conduct in a minority of accounts; these are serious matters that warrant direct inquiry to facility leadership and documentation review.

    Staffing and management: The caregiving workforce receives general praise for bedside manner and longevity in some cases, but operational weaknesses emerge around staffing consistency and administrative responsiveness. High CNA turnover, low frontline engagement at times, and inconsistent personal-care routines (including bathing frequency) are cited. Families also describe communication and logistical gaps from administrative staff — for example, challenges coordinating visits, transportation, or funeral logistics — which point to opportunities for improved family-facing processes.

    Dining, activities, and amenities: The facility’s dining area and meals are frequently noted as strengths, with opportunities for families to dine with residents and special holiday events. Daily activities and organized programming are described as engaging. Conversely, reviewers indicate limited transportation and off-site trip programming, and a relative lack of resident conveniences in rooms (no in-room phone or television/cable in some rooms). Prospective residents should confirm current amenity offerings and outing schedules.

    Facilities and cleanliness: Several reviewers praise the facility’s common areas and outdoor spaces as pleasant and inviting. At the same time, sanitation and odor concerns in certain areas were raised repeatedly enough to be a pattern-level consideration; these concerns suggest the need to review housekeeping protocols, incontinence-care processes, and pest-control measures during a visit.

    Notable patterns and guidance for families: Strengths center on compassionate bedside care, effective social services, and rehabilitation outcomes. Patterns of concern focus on environmental sanitation, staffing consistency, administrative communication, amenity limitations, and limited on-site physician and specialty access. A balanced approach for families: tour during active periods (meal and activity times), ask for documentation on staff-to-resident ratios and physician visit schedules, review medication-management and specialty-care arrangements, and request housekeeping and infection-control protocols. If serious allegations or safety concerns are mentioned during a tour or conversation with staff, seek written policies and consider contacting regulatory or oversight resources for clarification.

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    Medicare Ratings

    2·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

    Independence Manor Care Center is located at 1600 Kings Hwy, Independence, MO, 64055.

    About Independence Manor Care Center

    Independence Manor Care Center has been a steadfast part of the Independence community for over 36 years, offering a unique blend of skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in an environment that values both individuality and family connections. This facility prides itself on creating a small town atmosphere with all the comforts of home, ensuring residents feel relaxed and cared for during their stay. With a dedicated staff embodying the values of nurturing spirit, passion, and partnership, Independence Manor Care Center stands out as a welcoming place for those needing both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care.

    The approach to care at Independence Manor Care Center revolves around personalized attention and innovative healthcare. Residents benefit from individualized rehabilitation programs specifically designed to help them reach their maximum health potential. Whether the need is for skilled nursing or advanced rehabilitation services, each resident’s journey is carefully guided by licensed professionals who are readily available to answer questions and address the concerns of both residents and their families. The commitment to quality is evident in the way the center seeks to enhance residents' health and overall quality of life, making every day meaningful for those who call Independence Manor their home.

    Upon admission, residents are introduced to a thoughtful activities program through an interview with the activities director. This allows the staff to tailor activities that match each individual's interests and abilities, enriching the day-to-day experience and fostering a sense of engagement and fulfillment. The center is set within a picturesque community surrounded by green grass and large trees, offering inviting outdoor spaces for residents to enjoy, relax, and participate in activities. Images from Independence Manor Care Center show residents engaging in rehabilitation exercises with the assistance of caring staff, spending time outdoors, and enjoying the tranquility of beautiful gardens.

    The atmosphere at Independence Manor Care Center is one of partnership, support, and encouragement. From nurses providing attentive bedside care with professionalism and empathy, to residents laughing together and building friendships, the community within the care center thrives. Every aspect of the resident experience here is designed to promote not just physical wellbeing, but also a sense of belonging, dignity, and happiness.

    People often ask...

    Independence Manor Care Center offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.

    The full address for this community is 1600 Kings Hwy, Independence, MO 64055.

    No, Independence Manor Care Center does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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