Recently rated as one of the top 10 places in Missouri to retire, Higginsville has all the conveniences of the city with the unmistakable feel of a small town. The lifestyle at John Knox Village East is similar in that you’ll have everything you could ever need or want here, yet you’ll never feel as though you’re overwhelmed or come across an unfriendly face. As a nonprofit community governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, you can rest assured knowing we put our residents first.
With a variety of floor plans to choose from, you’ll be amazed by the panoramic views they provide of our sprawling 40-acre campus. You'll also be inspired by the wellness programs we offer. Continue the hobbies you love or start something brand new – you’ll live happily and maintenance-free while you enjoy active senior living taking advantage of it all.
Services & Amenities
Hear from the people who embrace our lifestyle as much as it embraces them.
Hear from our residents
Joyce likes her widening circle of friends.
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Mary loves the transportation, support and friendly staff and neighbors.
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Kenny likes not having to cook his meals or clean his apartment and being near his wife.
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Sandra likes all the activities and amenities. It's easy to stay busy and she's made good friends.
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Gwen is glad she moved when she did and likes to play various games at John Knox Village East.
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Hear why Mark loves calling John Knox Village East home.
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Larry and Elaine like the peace of mind knowing they'll be cared for no matter what comes. They also love their renovated apartment.
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LaVonne likes the maintenance free lifestyle, visiting with people and the services offered at John Knox Village East.
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Jim and Carol like being able to do what they want to do and not having to mess with what they don't want to do.
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Wanda likes the friends and neighbors, but likes the convenience of having therapy and support services right on site. She also likes the cost comparison she did and found out it was cheaper for her to live here than at home.
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Bob likes the peacefulness of living here and appreciates the help he gets from staff. And, the neighbors are great too.
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Mary moved here for the maintenance free lifestyle and enjoys the family-like atmosphere.
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Judy moved here for the support and peace of mind knowing she has help when she needs it as well as the independence she wants.
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Betty moved here to have less to take care of. She enjoys her neighbors and the caring staff.
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Patsy loves being able to sit back and enjoy life without having a house to worry about and take care of.
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Janet and Bob love how friendly everyone is at John Knox Village East.
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Betty and Clyde love the flexibility of being able to travel without worry about the house and having no house upkeep to worry about.
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Sydney and Doug love the people they call their friends at John Knox Village East, as well as the ease of life.
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Lois says the people are what make living at John Knox Village East special. She also likes the affordability of living here.
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Roy has lived at John Knox Village East almost a year. He did his research before moving here, visiting several communities. Roy found that John Knox Village East was the best combination of service and affordability.
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George & DeLaine have lived here for 14 years. They like the peace of mind from having healthcare on site and the maintenance free lifestyle.
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Virginia loves helping others and experienced the benefits of our on campus physical therapy.
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Joe Wood loves the maintenance free living at John Knox Village East as well as the extra assistance when needed. Listen here for his full story!
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We knew we wanted to be in a Life Plan Community and we knew John Knox Village East was the only place offering it. Plus, how could we not fall in love with it? It’s filled with friendly folks and has everything we need to retire happy.
Click here to hear more from Leland and Mary Lou Buckler!
