Laurie Knolls sits near Lake of the Ozarks, offering senior living with different care options so people can find what they need as their needs change. The community has senior apartments, independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, and memory care, plus services like hospice, palliative care, respite care, and wound care, so if someone needs more help or something special, they can get it without having to move again. Laurie Knolls supports daily living, with caregivers who speak English and provide help with bathing, dressing, transfers, medication, and care for people who don't walk or need 24-hour supervision. Nurses stay on-site for 12-16 hours a day, so people with more complex health needs like psychiatry, vision, hearing care, or speech therapy get support, and there's sub-acute care available through the Homeward Bound Program for folks needing more attention after a hospital stay. The community is registered with Medicaid and Medicare, which helps people with different budgets get the care they need, and they also coordinate with outside healthcare providers so there's no confusion about what's needed for someone's health.
People living at Laurie Knolls can join scheduled daily activities, music programs, games like bingo, movie nights, and community-sponsored events in places like the Amazing Activity Center, community room, movie theater, game and activities room, arts room, or the library. There are two outdoor courtyards, a garden, and walking paths if someone wants fresh air, plus there's a community wellness room, fitness room, spa/sauna, and even organized outdoor programs. Laurie Knolls' rooms have private bathrooms, kitchenettes, cable TV, high-speed internet, telephone, emergency alert systems, and a 24-hour call system for safety. People can get move-in coordination to help with the change, and there's also housekeeping, laundry, and scheduled transportation with parking, which makes things easier for everyone.
Meal prep happens in a restaurant-style dining room, with staff offering one or two meals a day so people don't have to worry about food, and they handle special diets for allergies and diabetes. All-day dining, a Coffee Bistro open 24 hours, an Ice Cream Shop, and a Gift Shop mean residents don't need to go far for a snack or quick treat. The convenience market provides little items people might need, so most errands can be handled right on-site. Residents get assistance with daily activities, and there are specialized programs with names unique to Laurie Knolls so care fits each person. Whether someone likes group activities, relaxing outdoors, or needs skilled nursing and memory care, Laurie Knolls tries to make life easier, offering an honest mix of care, activities, and comforts in a spot close to local nature.
