The Waterford at Ironbridge sits at 1131 E Lakewood St in Springfield, Missouri, and serves seniors aged 55 and older, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and home care services right on one campus, and the community focuses on helping residents stay as independent and active as possible. You'll find both men and women living here, but the accommodations for female residents differ from those for males, although programs exist for everyone. The building itself is easy to get around in wheelchairs, with wide entryways, accessible showers, and elevators, and all the apartments, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, have walk-in closets, private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and emergency call systems. There's no smoking in any indoor areas, but pet policies let folks bring their pets, and there are even pet-friendly apartments. People can join lots of activities, including exercise classes like yoga and chair yoga, gardening, book clubs, game nights, Wii bowling, outings, and offsite events, and you'll see special attention to health and wellness with a gym, spa, cognitive learning center, and therapy services, as well as support for those with dementia or Alzheimer's through special programs and services.
Meals are served restaurant-style, with an updated dining room, chandeliers, and comfy seating, and the kitchen offers regular and special diets, including low fat, low sodium, and vegetarian meals, along with three meals a day, room service, and guest meal options, and residents enjoy maintenance-free living with weekly housekeeping, linen service, and all-inclusive pricing. Staff stay friendly, well-trained, and available 24/7 for everything from medication management to bathing and grooming help, while a 24-hour emergency response system adds peace of mind. There are beautician and barber services onsite, and laundry for clothes or linens gets handled every week. Residents can visit common areas indoors and outdoors with patios, a billiards table, gardens, library, activity and recreation rooms, a computer area, and quiet corners for reading or relaxing. Scheduled transportation is available for doctor visits, shopping, or outings, and there are guest amenities like overnight stays and visitor parking. The facility supports religious and devotional services, offering a sense of belonging for those with spiritual needs.
The neighborhood offers cafes, parks, and plenty of local amenities, so seniors live in a lively area, and inside, people tell about positive experiences and clean, well-kept surroundings. You see features like spacious apartments, new carpet and tile entries, wide-open common areas, and landscaped grounds. The community helps residents through changes in health or ability, offering various care types including hospice, and always personalizes support. The campus is managed by Sonida Senior Living, recognized for good care, and has a Seniorly rating of 8.4. Residents can find time to join social events, try new hobbies, or relax with friends on patios with garden views or in welcoming indoor spaces, and the focus at The Waterford at Ironbridge is on making sure everyone has what they need to live safely, comfortably, and with dignity as they age.
