Pricing ranges from
    $3,984 – 5,179/month

    Mission Ridge

    4349 S Kansas Ave, Springfield, MO 65810
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

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

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Family private dining rooms
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space
    • Pet friendly
    • 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

    4.93·(85)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.9
    • Amenities

      4.9
    • Value

      4.6

    Pros

    • Warm, respectful, and attentive staff
    • Personalized support and strong staff–resident relationships
    • Positive family communication and responsive leadership
    • Supportive memory care and care-level options
    • Restaurant-style dining with broad hours and generally well-regarded food
    • Daily activities, social events, outings, and live entertainment
    • Modern, clean, and well-maintained building and apartments
    • Convenient amenities, including fitness and therapy spaces, salon, and pub
    • Welcoming resident community and support with settling in
    • Competitive pricing noted by some families

    Cons

    • Limited capacity for catheter-related care
    • Billing clarity concerns
    • Occasional menu-item availability and selection limitations
    • Elevator reliance between some apartments and shared dining and activity spaces

    Summary of reviews

    Across the reviews, families and residents generally describe Mission Ridge as a welcoming community with attentive care. Staff are frequently praised for being kind, helpful, and engaged with residents as individuals. Families value the personal relationships staff build, their support during the move-in transition, and communication with relatives. Memory care receives particular praise for patient, individualized support and activities, while residents and families also describe positive experiences in independent and assisted living. One family did note that the community could not accommodate catheter-related care, so prospective residents should confirm that the available services match their specific clinical needs.

    Dining is a consistent strength. Reviewers describe restaurant-style service, flexible dining hours, menu choices, and food they consider very good or excellent. Happy hours and special meals also contribute to the social atmosphere. A few comments point to limits: one family cited billing concerns and a more restricted menu than at other communities, while another noted that a preferred item was occasionally unavailable. Families may wish to ask about current menu variety, item substitutions, and billing details.

    Residents have access to a broad activity program, including exercise, games, crafts, music, religious services, outings, and seasonal events. Reviewers say these opportunities help residents meet people and establish routines. The building is repeatedly described as modern, clean, attractive, and well maintained, with comfortable apartments and amenities such as fitness and therapy rooms, a salon, outdoor spaces, and a pub. One family raised a practical concern that apartments on upper floors require elevator travel to reach dining and activities, which may be worth considering for someone who could find that arrangement confusing.

    Leadership is often described as visible, approachable, and responsive, and reviewers appreciate staff assistance with maintenance and settling in. Overall, the feedback is strongly positive across the care experience, environment, dining, and community life. The main considerations raised are service-scope limits for certain care needs, billing clarity, occasional food-choice constraints, and the building’s vertical layout.

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    Location

    Mission Ridge is located at 4349 S Kansas Ave, Springfield, MO, 65810.

    About Mission Ridge

    Mission Ridge sits at 4349 S Kansas Ave in Springfield, Missouri, and offers apartments and townhomes for seniors who want options like studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, all in a fresh, new facility that's three stories tall and smells brand new, which is something some folks appreciate, and when you walk around, you'll notice open spaces and good light. The building's got plenty of things folks like-a pool, gym, hot tub or spa, game and activities room, barbecue areas, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, cable, washers and dryers, patios, and kitchens or kitchenettes right in the apartments. The place is pet-friendly, which is good news for those who want to bring their animals, and there are private and shared apartments depending on what you want. Many rooms have nice waterfront views, and some homes have doormen and gated entries, which gives an extra sense of privacy and safety.

    Mission Ridge calls itself a senior community, and offers care that includes independent living, assisted living, memory care for folks with dementia or Alzheimer's, nursing home level services, and even hospice, respite, and home care options, all so residents can stay in one place as their needs change, since some people like to plan ahead that way. They follow a person-centered care approach, which means staff look at everyone's needs and set up individualized care plans for help with things like bathing, dressing, medicine, walking, or using a wheelchair. There's also skilled nursing, wound care, podiatry, and occupational therapy on-site, with staff who can handle everything from housekeeping to grooming.

    Dining works on an "Anytime Dining" basis, so meals fit your schedule, with chefs focusing on good ingredients and flavor, and there's a dining room where folks can gather, which can be important for those who like to socialize around meals. For activity, there's an Active Living calendar packed with social, arts and crafts, educational, and health programs, because keeping busy helps people feel connected and well. The building's set up with handicap-accessible features, safety systems, and a sprinkler system, and they're big on privacy, with strong policies to keep residents' information safe. Residents can give feedback and suggestions, which builds more of a community feel with people looking out for each other.

    Mission Ridge allows scheduling tours, including virtual visits, so folks or their families can check things out from afar or in person, and their "connect" feature lets care needs get discussed ahead of time, which some people like for peace of mind. There's no information about parking or interiors, like flooring or accessibility between floors, but the staff are described as experienced, and the place has won awards including Best of Senior Living and an All-Star distinction for care and happiness, which stands out a bit when there are a lot of choices in town. The building's close to dining, medical offices, and local attractions in the southwest Springfield area, which means most needs are just a short trip away. Mission Ridge is made for seniors who want both comfort and care, with levels of service that keep up as needs change, and a clear focus on privacy, safety, and letting people enjoy life at their own pace.

    About Merrill Gardens

    Mission Ridge is managed by Merrill Gardens.

    Founded in 1993 with a single community in Seattle, Merrill Gardens has grown into one of the nation's most respected senior living providers, operating 65 communities across 17 states. As a fifth-generation family-owned company with roots extending back to the 1890s, Merrill Gardens is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and maintains the values of integrity, compassion, and excellence that have defined the Merrill family for generations. The company has expanded strategically through both organic growth and selective acquisitions, recently adding five new communities in 2024 including locations in South Carolina, Missouri, and Oregon, while maintaining its commitment to quality over quantity in expansion decisions.

    Merrill Gardens offers a comprehensive continuum of senior living services including independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care programs. Their innovative Anytime Dining program provides restaurant-style meals seven days a week, while their assisted living services include personalized care plans covering bathing, dressing, medication management, and safety checks. The company's memory care communities utilize a Montessori approach designed specifically for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia, creating environments that promote independence and well-being. Through their Inspire Connection program, Merrill Gardens focuses on connection and community, ensuring residents can engage in meaningful activities that bring a sense of belonging and purpose to their daily lives.

    The company's philosophy centers on their "Yes You Can" mentality, believing that life should be defined by possibilities rather than limitations. Merrill Gardens emphasizes person-centered care that celebrates each resident as a whole person, honoring their individuality and supporting their ability to make their own decisions. As innovators in the industry, they invest in technology and data-driven operations to enhance resident care while maintaining the personal touch that comes from their family-owned heritage. Their approach focuses on treating residents like family, with staff who are passionate about senior care rather than simply collecting a paycheck, creating environments where residents can live their fullest lives.

    Merrill Gardens has earned significant recognition for their excellence, including being ranked #6 in the nation by Fortune Magazine as a Best Workplace in Aging Services and receiving Great Place to Work certification for three consecutive years. The company has been honored as Family Business of the Year by both the Puget Sound Business Journal and Seattle Business Magazine, recognizing their longevity, community commitment, and long-term vision. With over 2,500 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5 stars, multiple communities have received Best of Senior Living Awards, demonstrating their consistent delivery of high-quality care and services. Their commitment to innovation and excellence has established Merrill Gardens as a leader in the senior living industry, with a satisfaction guarantee that reflects their confidence in providing exceptional lifestyle experiences for seniors and their families.

    People often ask...

    Mission Ridge offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,984 per month.

    Mission Ridge offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

    There are 28 photos of Mission Ridge on Mirador.

    Yes, Mission Ridge allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 4349 S Kansas Ave, Springfield, MO 65810.

    No, Mission Ridge 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.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Missouri, the Department of Health & Senior Services licenses assisted living and long-term care facilities through state licensure surveys, complaint investigations, and fire-safety reviews.

    License numbergreene-springfield-mission-ridge
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility Option 2
    Capacity75 residents
    LicenseeVETERANS FOR SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT, LLC

    Inspection Reports

    6

    Reports

    0

    Citations

    1

    Complaints

    2

    Years

    01 Dec 2025Licensure
    Found no deficiencies.
    18 Sept 2025Complaint
    Found no state licensure deficiencies as a result of the inspection and complaint investigation.
    04 Dec 2024Licensure
    Found no deficiencies in fire safety.
    11 Sept 2024Licensure
    Found no state licensure deficiencies.
    06 Feb 2024Licensure
    Found no deficiencies.
    17 Jan 2024Licensure
    Found no deficiencies cited.

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