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Essex Of Ozark, The

5173 North 22nd, Ozark, MO

Assisted LivingBoard & Care Homes

6 published reviews availableRead reviews

About the community

About Essex Of Ozark, The

The Essex of Ozark helps eliminate the worries of daily living, so that residents can enjoy a fulfilling retirement. For over 15 years, these family-owned and -operated communities have provided high-quality care to retirees across the state of Missouri. The bright, welcoming ambiance helps residents feel at home immediately. The Essex offers several options, including senior living, residential care, and even adult…

Family and resident feedback

6 published reviews available

Recent public reviews can help surface themes to ask about on a tour. Ratings belong to the original review source and are not independently verified by us. An overall rating is not available.

★★★★★

Positive

It also was a very lovely tour, just went with another location.

AnonymousAugust 24, 2022Published source

★★★★★

Positive

This is a nice place but it was just way to small for my loved one and what we were looking for.

Alex PDecember 13, 2021Published source

★★★★★

Positive

This was a nice community. It was a little older and dated but it was still a place that I would have considered for my loved one.

Chris BDecember 2, 2021Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Very pleased

Our mother had a medical emergency that ended in her needing an assisted living facility. We were thrilled to find Essex of Ozark was able accommodate us on short notice. They were incredibly helpful, guiding us through the application and other necessary paperwork. Before we got mom placed, and even more so now, they are very communicative whether it be a financial, medical, emotional or other issue. This is a whole new way of life for mom, but they've helped her acclimate and are sensitive to her emotional and ph…

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
3.5 / 5
Tina COctober 31, 2018Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Happy care

I am happy with the care from the staff at this community. This is a smaller community. The community offers a lot of great meals that are home cooked. The community is clean and a nice positive environment. I like that she is happy with they have a dog for her to enjoy. I would highly recommend this community for excellent care and value.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
AnonymousAugust 9, 2017Published source

★★★★★

Positive

They take really good care of my mom

I have been very pleased with Essex of Ozark. They are very personable and right on top of everything. They take really good care of my mother. The food is good, all the people are good, and it has just been a very good all around experience.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
3.0 / 5
AnonymousAugust 12, 2015Published source

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Board & Care Homes
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
October 26, 2026

Campus care settings

Assisted living

Essex Of Ozark, The

12 licensed beds · License 052304

Classification and identity evidence

Why this community appears in these categories

Board & Care Homes

Current Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Residential Care Facility or legacy RCF* license. Missouri defines RCF as 24-hour shelter, board, protective oversight, medication assistance, and short-term illness or recuperation care for three or more residents. The direct residential-care category supports Board & Care classification. Multiple RCF licenses at one stable state facility number are represented as components of one facility. Entity Name is retained as licensee evidence; Administrator is never inferred to be an operator. The directory does not establish availability, price, or fee.

Authoritative classification evidence · observed October 26, 2026

Board & Care Homes

Current Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Residential Care Facility or legacy RCF* license. Missouri defines RCF as 24-hour shelter, board, protective oversight, medication assistance, and short-term illness or recuperation care for three or more residents. The direct residential-care category supports Board & Care classification. Multiple RCF licenses at one stable state facility number are represented as components of one facility. Entity Name is retained as licensee evidence; Administrator is never inferred to be an operator. The directory does not establish availability, price, or fee.

Authoritative classification evidence · observed August 26, 2026
  • LICENSEE: BRISTOL CARE, INC · Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services · official source ↗
  • STATE FACILITY LICENSE: 052304 · Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services · official source ↗

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • Guest Meals
  • International Cuisine
  • Meals Provided

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care

Services & convenience

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • English
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Cats Allowed

Activities & engagement

  • Trivia Games
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Birthday Parties
  • Forever Fit
  • Holiday Parties
  • Bridge Club

Outdoor spaces

  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Library
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Game Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room

Apartment & room features

  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Kitchenette
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Garden View

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked October 26, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
Confirmation required
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