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Ava Place
Ava Place in Ava, Missouri, operates as an assisted living and residential care facility with 24-hour personal support. Staff assist residents with daily tasks and routine care needs around the clock. A Registered Nurse and a doctor remain on staff to manage health concerns and provide oversight directly on site.
Shelly Stout manages this 40-bed property, which is operated by Ava No 2. The features include weekly beauty salon visits alongside structured daily activity schedules. A walk score of 55 indicates a somewhat walkable location, allowing residents to complete select neighborhood errands without relying on vehicle transportation.
Prospective families searching for small-scale residential care with medical staff on-site can contact Ava Place to inquire about open rooms and schedule a walk-through of the facility.
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About this community
Ava Place is legally operated by Ava No 2, Inc., and administered by Shelly Stout.
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.
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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| Troy Manor | AL MC NH SNF | Troy | 150
Facility
150
MO AVG
88
Rank
#22 / 217 | No |
68
Facility
68
MO AVG
42
Rank
#35 / 259 | Skilled Nursing Facility (130), Assisted Living Facility (20) | N & R Of Troy, LLC | 31
Facility
31
MO AVG
12
Rank
#13 / 93 | A+ |
| Sunrise of Des Peres | AL MC | Des Peres | 102
Facility
102
MO AVG
88
Rank
#55 / 217 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
MO AVG
42
Rank
#107 / 259 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Sjv 1 Des Peres Opco, LLC | 18
Facility
18
MO AVG
12
Rank
#29 / 93 | A+ |
| Brookdale West County | AL CCRC IL MC NH SNF | Ballwin | 98
Facility
98
MO AVG
88
Rank
#61 / 217 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
MO AVG
42
Rank
#76 / 259 | Unit Type | Vb Ballwin Sh, LLC | 48
Facility
48
MO AVG
12
Rank
#2 / 93 | A+ |
| Daybreak Nursing Center | AL HOS NH PC RC SNF | Sikeston | 70
Facility
70
MO AVG
88
Rank
#124 / 217 | No |
73
Facility
73
MO AVG
42
Rank
#26 / 259 | Skilled Nursing Facility (70) | Daybreak Nursing Center, LLC | 4
Facility
4
MO AVG
12
Rank
#45 / 93 | A+ |
| Ava Place | AL RESC | Ava | 40
Facility
40
MO AVG
88
Rank
#190 / 217 | No |
55
Facility
55
MO AVG
42
Rank
#80 / 259 | Residential Care Facility (40) | Ava No 2, Inc | 1
Facility
1
MO AVG
12
Rank
#52 / 93 | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MO assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Frequently Asked Questions about Ava Place
Who is the owner of Ava Place?
Ava Place is legally operated by Ava No 2, Inc., and administered by Shelly Stout.
Is Ava Place in a walkable area?
Ava Place has a walk score of 55. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Ava Place?
According to MO state health department records, Ava Place's license number is 052601.
When does Ava Place's license expire?
According to MO state health department records, Ava Place's license expires on April 7, 2027.
How long has Ava Place been in business?
Ava Place has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Ava Place?
No, Ava Place has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Ava Place?
The team at Ava Place can be reached at adm@avaplace.net.
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