Newbridge Retirement Community
Ashley Heisserer Wheeler administers Newbridge Retirement Community, a 94-bed senior living facility located at 1205 South Mount Auburn Road in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Operated by Armour Management LLC, this Cape Girardeau County campus serves seniors age 65 and older through an integrated residential model that features private independent living, standard assisted living apartments, and a distinct memory care wing. The campus experiences strong localized demand, maintaining an estimated 95 percent occupancy rate that reflects a highly stable regional operation.
The specialized memory care framework divides its secure unit into two separate households specifically engineered to foster cognitive engagement and autonomy for adults dealing with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. Each household operates self-contained nursing stations, dining areas, and private common lounges while integrating daily lifestyle activities under the Life at Newbridge and Waterside programs.
The property maintains a strict no-pets policy, requiring incoming residents to transition without companion animals. The surrounding commercial sector is highly car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 8 out of 100, which indicates that family visits, medical transport, and local errands require a vehicle.
Prospective families investigating comprehensive retirement options can reach out to the Cape Girardeau business office to verify active apartment vacancies and explore specialized memory program schedules.
About this community
Occupancy
Newbridge Retirement Community is legally operated by Armour Management LLC, and administered by Ashley Heisserer Wheeler.
Inspection History
In Missouri, the Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure performs the inspections and unannounced surveys required for all long-term care providers.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Missouri state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. Missouri state average• Total deficiencies (80% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (38% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 7 | 35 | This facility has 80% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (7 vs. MO avg 35).↓ 80% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.8 | 2.9 | This facility has 38% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (1.8 vs. MO avg 2.9).↓ 38% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 4 | 12 | This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (4 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer |
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1.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Cape Girardeau's city center to Newbridge Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Newbridge Retirement Community | AL IL MC | Cape Girardeau | 94
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94
MO AVG
96
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#209 / 450 | No |
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#513 / 563 | ALF** (94) | Armour Management LLC | - | - |
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| Capetown Senior Living | AL ADC HC HOS IL MC RC | Cape Girardeau | 53
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| Auburn Creek Senior Living | AL ADC HOS MC RC | Cape Girardeau | 48
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#425 / 563 | Studio / 1 Bed | Cape Girardeau Residential, LLC | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Missouri
Newbridge Retirement Community is located in CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Newbridge Retirement Community
Who is the owner of Newbridge Retirement Community?
Newbridge Retirement Community is legally operated by Armour Management LLC, and administered by Ashley Heisserer Wheeler.
Is Newbridge Retirement Community in a walkable area?
Newbridge Retirement Community has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Newbridge Retirement Community?
According to MO state health department records, Newbridge Retirement Community's license number is 053019.
When does Newbridge Retirement Community's license expire?
According to MO state health department records, Newbridge Retirement Community's license expires on August 15, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Newbridge Retirement Community?
Newbridge Retirement Community's occupancy is 95%.
Are pets allowed at Newbridge Retirement Community?
No, Newbridge Retirement Community has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Newbridge Retirement Community?
Ashley Heisserer Wheeler is the administrator of Newbridge Retirement Community.
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