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Highland Crest Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Kirksville, MO
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Highland Crest Senior Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Kirksville, MO
2204 S Halliburton St, Kirksville, MO 63501 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Highland Crest Senior Living

Recognized as the Best Assisted Living by U.S. News from 2023 to 2024, Highland Crest Senior Living by Americare is an esteemed senior living community in Kirksville, MO, providing assisted living, and independent living. An experienced and reliable team delivers top-notch care and support around the clock for residents to enjoy every moment of their best years. With specially designed and snug amenities, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings for comfort.

A full slate of enriching activities and engaging programs accompanies residents as they spend their days learning new things. Have delightful and nutritious meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and tastes. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing them with a conducive environment where they thrive and live to their potential.

Facility Direct Line (660) 627-8004
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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
19
Bed community size
42-bed community Rank #409 / 450Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 409th out of 450 homes we track in Missouri for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Missouri facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 28 / 100 Rank #401 / 545Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 401st out of 545 homes we track in Missouri for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Missouri facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
45%
Rank #354 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 354th out of 407 homes we track in Missouri for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Missouri average, with its Statewide rank out of 407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Missouri average: 66.6%
Occupied beds
19 / 42
Average occupied beds in Missouri homes 72 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyAdair

Ownership & Operating Entity

Highland Crest Senior Living is legally operated by Kirksville Residential, LLC, and administered by Kathern Buck.

Corporate EntityKIRKSVILLE RESIDENTIAL, LLC

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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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 6 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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
Overall vs. MO average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Total deficiencies (91% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (72% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 664 This facility has 91% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (6 vs. MO avg 64).↓ 91% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.55.3 This facility has 72% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (1.5 vs. MO avg 5.3).↓ 72% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 412 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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Room Sizes: 203 / 220 / 229 / 238 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kirksville's city center to Highland Crest Senior Living'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.

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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc
AL
Laharpe Kirksville
57
Facility 57
MO AVG 96
Rank #372 / 450
No
77
Facility 77
MO AVG 46
Rank #53 / 545
Residential Care Facility (57)Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc
Highland Crest Senior Living
AL
MC
Kirksville
42
Facility 42
MO AVG 96
Rank #409 / 450
Yes
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 46
Rank #401 / 545
StudioKirksville Residential, LLC
St. Andrew’s Apartments at Kirksville
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Kirksville-Yes
53
Facility 53
MO AVG 46
Rank #216 / 545
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Missouri

Highland Crest Senior Living is located in Kirksville, Missouri.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Missouri.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Missouri Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MO

Rural access prioritized.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Home health services

Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC)

MO SNC

Age 65+
General Missouri resident, in approved facility.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MO

Supplements SSI; facility-based only.

Benefits
Monthly cash payment (~$156-$292/month) for care costs

Structured Family Caregiving Waiver (SFCW)

Missouri Structured Family Caregiving Waiver

Age 65+
General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, NFLOC, dementia diagnosis, live with caregiver.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).
MO

Caregiver must be family; small program size.

Benefits
Cash stipend ($1,000-$1,500/month) to family caregiver Respite Training Supplies ($500/year)

MO HealthNet Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Missouri MO HealthNet ABD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,690/month (individual, projected); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).
MO

Less intensive than waivers; statewide access.

Benefits
Personal care (2-4 hours/day) Homemaker services Limited respite Medical equipment

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Missouri Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MO

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Missouri Caregiver Program (Customized Caregiver Training & Relief)

Missouri Caregiver Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ with dementia, Missouri resident, functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MO

Administered via AAAs and Alzheimer’s Association; rural focus.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week) Training Assistive tech ($500/year) Supplies

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Missouri VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Missouri resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MO

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Crest Senior Living

Who is the owner of Highland Crest Senior Living?

Highland Crest Senior Living is legally operated by Kirksville Residential, LLC, and administered by Kathern Buck.

Is Highland Crest Senior Living in a walkable area?

Highland Crest Senior Living has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Highland Crest Senior Living?

Highland Crest Senior Living's occupancy is 45%.

Are pets allowed at Highland Crest Senior Living?

Yes, Highland Crest Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Highland Crest Senior Living?

Kathern Buck is the administrator of Highland Crest Senior Living.

How many beds does Highland Crest Senior Living have?

Highland Crest Senior Living has 42 beds.

Has Highland Crest Senior Living had any deficiencies?

Highland Crest Senior Living has had 6 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).

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