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Joy Assisted Living in Springfield, MO

Joy Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Springfield, MO.

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Joy Assisted Living in Springfield, MO

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  • Interior

    A traditional dining room with elegant furniture and a chandelier.

  • Decor

    A classroom setup with tables and chairs, featuring a large television and decorative elements.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, television, and decorative artwork.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with patterned wallpaper, a neatly made bed, decorative pillows, and an elegant mirror on the wall.

  • Windows

    A cozy dining area with several round tables and chairs arranged on a carpeted floor, featuring windows with curtains and decorative accents.

  • Dining

    A cozy dining space with round tables and cushioned chairs.

  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with a television, sofa, and decorative elements.

  • Television

    A classroom or meeting room setup with tables, chairs, and a television.

  • Chandelier

    A traditional dining room with a wooden table and upholstered chairs under a chandelier.

  • Wall Art

    A cozy bedroom with a stylish bed, decorative pillows, a round mirror, and wall art.

2030 West Mt Vernon, Springfield, MO 65802

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.7 from 58 reviews
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Joy Assisted Living Costs & Pricing

Joy Assisted Living offers competitive pricing compared to both Greene County and statewide averages in Missouri. For those considering a semi-private room, Joy Assisted Living's monthly fee of $2,650 is significantly lower than the county average of $3,760 and the state average of $3,772. Similarly, their studio apartments are priced at $2,950, which is still more affordable than what is found within Greene County ($3,280) and across Missouri ($3,418). Interestingly, for one-bedroom units, Joy Assisted Living stands out with a rate of $3,450; this is higher than Greene County's average of $2,890 but remains below the state average of $3,349. This pricing structure emphasizes Joy Assisted Living's commitment to providing accessible options for residents while maintaining high standards of care and comfort.

Floor plansJoy Assisted LivingGreene CountyMissouri
Semi-Private$2,650$3,760$3,772
Studio$2,950$3,280$3,418
1 Bedroom$3,450$2,890$3,349

Overall Review of Joy Assisted Living

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Bedbugs are a serious concern

Residents report severe bedbug infestations and related cleanliness problems.

A number of reviews describe bedbugs as an ongoing and unsafe issue, including claims of infestations, complaints to officials, and rooms being unsanitary. Some reviewers also mention persistent housekeeping problems alongside the infestation. A separate resident-and-family account says they never saw bedbugs, so experiences may have varied by time or unit. If you tour, ask specific questions about current pest-control processes and recent room-level remediation.

differentiator 18 reviews mention this

Care and communication feel personal

Residents and families describe hands-on help and medication support that feels individualized.

Across multiple reviews, residents and family members describe staff who pay attention to individual needs, including help with bathing, dressing, transfers, and consistent medication management. Several accounts highlight proactive communication about health and appointments, along with staff learning residents’ names and preferences. This lines up with the care services the community offers, including medication management and help with activities of daily living. Residents also describe feeling treated with respect rather than like a number.

common 8 reviews mention this

Meals draw strong reactions

Dining is a mixed but recurring topic, with some praising the food.

Several reviews praise the meals as good or home-style, and some mention room-to-dining style service and attention to dietary needs. A few other reviewers are disappointed with food quality or variety, including comments about not enough fresh fruit and vegetables, or meals that didn’t feel nutritious. The community offers multiple dining options, including meals provided, room service, special diets, and guest meals. How residents feel about the day-to-day meal experience appears to depend on expectations and individual preferences.

  • A cozy dining area with several round tables and chairs arranged on a carpeted floor, featuring windows with curtains and decorative accents.
  • A traditional dining room with elegant furniture and a chandelier.
  • A cozy dining space with round tables and cushioned chairs.
common 6 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Many reviews describe ongoing activities and outings that help pass the day.

Multiple residents and families mention activities as a reason they like life there, including group events, Bible or devotional activities, crafts, and outings like day trips. Some reviews also describe scheduled daily activities designed to keep residents social and active. A couple of tour-based reviews say there weren’t many activities at the time they visited, so the offering may vary by schedule or recent circumstances. The community also lists a broad set of planned activities and off-site events.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing comes up often

Reviewers frequently call out the cost as high or difficult to afford.

Some tour and family reviews describe the pricing as outrageously high or not affordable, even when they liked parts of the facility. At least one review ties price directly to an experience involving a severe cleanliness concern. This creates a value gap: other residents describe being satisfied overall, but cost remains a recurring point of friction. If you’re considering a move, make sure you understand what’s included in the monthly rate for care, meals, and daily support.

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Features

Housing

  • 74 resident community capacity 74 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

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
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • 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
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • 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
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • 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
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Springfield-Branson Regional (5 miles away) Springfield-Branson Regional (5 miles away)
  • 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
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • 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
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Book club Book club
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Cards / pinochle club Cards / pinochle club
  • 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 musical performances Live musical performances
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

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Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Springfield, Missouri, offers a variety of amenities that could make it a desirable location for senior living. With multiple physicians and pharmacies within close proximity, residents have easy access to medical care and prescriptions. There are also several places of worship nearby for those who prioritize their spiritual well-being. For dining options, there are a range of restaurants catering to different tastes, as well as cafes for a good cup of coffee. In terms of healthcare facilities, there are hospitals and emergency departments located just a short distance away. Additionally, the parks in the area provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, this neighborhood offers convenience and services that could meet the needs of seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment.

Physicians

  • QPS Bio-Kinetic (0.2 miles)
  • Bethesda Medical Care (1.3 miles)
  • Rex Eugene Taber, MD (2.2 miles)
  • Pratibha Agarwal, MD (2.2 miles)
  • Krishnendu Ghosh, MD (2.2 miles)
  • Coxhealth (2.2 miles)
  • Mark Edward Stewart, DO (2.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Fashioned by Jaye (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Midtown Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Grand Oak Baptist Mission Center (1 miles)
  • Servicio De Educacion CRSTN Springfield (2 miles)
  • First & Calvary Presbyterian Church (2 miles)
  • Jefferson Ave Baptist Church (2.2 miles)
  • Solid Rock Church (2.4 miles)
  • Messiah Lutheran Church (2.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Springfield Brewing Company (1.3 miles)
  • Tortilleria Perches (1.4 miles)
  • Kai (1.4 miles)
  • Black Sheep Burgers | Shakes (1.5 miles)
  • China Wok (1.6 miles)
  • Waffle House (1.7 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (1.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Mudhouse (1.5 miles)
  • The Coffee Ethic (1.5 miles)
  • Gailey's Breakfast Cafe (1.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Cox Medical Center-North (2.2 miles)
  • Emergency Department North (2.2 miles)
  • Cox North Hospital (2.2 miles)
  • Bayless Automotive Companies (2.3 miles)
  • Mercy MRI (2.9 miles)
  • St John's Regional Health Center (3 miles)
  • Mercy Children's Hospital (3.1 miles)

Parks

  • Phelps Grove Park (2.2 miles)
  • Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden (2.3 miles)
  • Nathanael Greene Park (2.3 miles)
  • Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park (2.4 miles)

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