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The Bungalows at Branson Meadows

The Bungalows at Branson Meadows is an assisted living community in Branson, MO.

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The Bungalows at Branson Meadows

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and a television, filled with natural light.
  • Decor

    A cozy waiting room with a leather sofa, coffee table, and bookshelf.
  • Living Room

    A spacious and elegantly furnished living room with a grand piano, comfortable seating, and large windows allowing natural light.
  • Building

    A well-maintained brick building with an American flag, surrounded by neatly landscaped grounds and a clear sky.
  • Architecture

    The image shows the entrance of a brick building with a covered walkway.
  • Windows

    A billiards room featuring a pool table, seating, and large windows with an American flag hanging from the ceiling.
  • Dining

    A traditional dining area with a round table and green upholstered chairs, surrounded by large windows and colorful curtains.
  • Floor Plan

    A floor plan illustrating the layout of an apartment with designated living areas and furniture arrangement.
  • Outdoor

    A covered patio with metal furniture overlooks a lush garden.
  • Spacious

    A spacious living room with elegant decor and furniture, featuring large windows and indoor plants.

5351 Gretna Road, Branson, MO 65616

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4.5 from 58 reviews
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The Bungalows at Branson Meadows Costs & Pricing

The Bungalows at Branson Meadows offers a distinctive pricing structure for its accommodations, reflecting both the quality of services provided and the regional market landscape. For instance, the monthly costs for a studio apartment at The Bungalows is $3,975, which exceeds the average rates in Taney County ($3,243) and Missouri as a whole ($3,418). This trend continues with one-bedroom units priced at $4,389 compared to $3,305 in Taney County and $3,349 statewide. Similarly, two-bedroom options are available for $4,728, notably higher than the county's average of $3,374 and Missouri's average of $3,675. These figures indicate that while The Bungalows are positioned above local averages in terms of pricing, they likely reflect an enhanced living experience tailored to meet the needs of residents seeking premium amenities and services in a scenic location.

Floor plansThe Bungalows at Branson MeadowsTaney CountyMissouri
Studio$3,975$3,243$3,418
1 Bedroom$4,389$3,305$3,349
2 Bedrooms$4,728$3,374$3,675

Overall Review of The Bungalows at Branson Meadows

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Caring, responsive staff stand out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring, responsive, and easy to reach.

Across many reviews, families say the staff treats residents with dignity and keeps communication open. Several reviewers mention responsiveness when needs change, including help during difficult health transitions and getting questions answered. Many also describe staff as welcoming day to day, including assisting with appointments and supporting residents with personal needs.

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Facility upkeep and renovations impress

Reviews repeatedly point to a clean, well-kept building and updated common areas.

Multiple reviewers say the community looks clean and well maintained, with common areas described as newly renovated or updated. Several also comment on the condition of the building during tours and day-to-day visits, including freshly updated spaces. A few reviews also acknowledge strong upkeep even when they express concerns about other parts of the experience.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents are described as having plenty to do through organized activities and outings.

Reviews frequently mention a steady schedule of activities, from group games and brain teasers to live performances and scheduled programs. Families also describe seeing residents participate in events and community-sponsored activities, including religious services and day trips. Several tours and visits highlight the calendar of options, and one reviewer also describes how activities and entertainers help make daily life feel active.

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Dining is a frequent topic

Dining is often discussed, with many praising meals and some noting food frustration.

Many reviews describe the food positively, using phrases like restaurant-style quality or really good meals, and some mention special accommodations such as gluten-free needs. A few reviews focus on the dining room itself, saying it looks welcoming and restaurant-like. At the same time, not everyone is satisfied—some residents or families report that the food became repetitive or that quality did not meet expectations.

  • A traditional dining area with a round table and green upholstered chairs, surrounded by large windows and colorful curtains.
  • A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, decorated with ceiling fans and artwork on the walls.
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Communication and scheduling can slip

Some families report problems with communication, scheduling, and follow-through on paperwork.

A subset of reviews describes communication and scheduling issues that created frustration for families. These comments include concerns about delays with medical-related paperwork and trouble coordinating with providers or hospice transitions. One review also describes a breakdown in how requested forms were handled, which left the family feeling unsupported during an already stressful period.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Some reviewers mention understaffing

A couple of reviews say the community can feel understaffed.

While many reviewers praise staff, a few mention concerns about staffing levels. One reviewer directly states the community seems understaffed, and another says there is not enough help. These comments stand apart from the broader staff support themes in other reviews.

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Features

Housing

  • 104 resident community capacity 104 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

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

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This particular part of Branson, Missouri offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With various places of worship nearby such as Morningside Church and Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, seniors have easy access to spiritual fulfillment. Additionally, there are numerous dining options in close proximity including Scooter's Sports Grill and Culver's, providing residents with a variety of culinary choices. Access to quality healthcare is also readily available with hospitals like Skaggs Community Health Center and physicians such as Lippert Donald Branson VA Clinic within short distances. Furthermore, the presence of pharmacies like Family Pharmacy and Walmart Pharmacy ensures that medication needs are met efficiently. For recreation and relaxation, parks like Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area and North Beach Park offer tranquil outdoor settings to enjoy nature. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in Branson.

Places of Worship

  • Morningside Church (0.2 miles)
  • Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church (2 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church of Branson (2.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Scooter's Sports Grill (0.3 miles)
  • Tequila's 2 (0.5 miles)
  • Vasken's Deli (0.6 miles)
  • Culver's (1 miles)
  • Rib Crib (1.4 miles)
  • Grand Country Buffet (1.4 miles)
  • Mitsu Neko (1.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Va Clinic (0.3 miles)
  • Skaggs Community Health Center (1.1 miles)
  • Lester E. Cox Medical Centers (1.4 miles)
  • Desai Saralkumar MD Ozark Valley Medical (1.9 miles)
  • Skaggs Cancer Center (2.1 miles)
  • Skaggs Regional Medical Center (2.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Lippert Donald Branson Va Clinic Branson (0.3 miles)
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Group (0.8 miles)
  • Branson Walk In Clinic (0.8 miles)
  • Missouri Eye Institute (1 miles)
  • Coxhealth (1.1 miles)
  • Branson Heart Center (1.1 miles)
  • Skaggs Diabetes & Endocrinology Care (1.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Family Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Lakeland Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Good Neighbor Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Lakeland Medical Equipment (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)

Parks

  • Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area (1.7 miles)
  • Branson, Parks & Recreation Department (1.8 miles)
  • North Beach Park (2.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.8 miles)
  • Carly's Healthy Cuisine (2.4 miles)

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