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Lake George Senior Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Columbia, MO
Residents enjoying activities near a scenic lake Exterior view of Lake George Senior Living facility A well-maintained porch area with seating Scenic view of a lake surrounded by trees

Lake George Senior Living

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Columbia, MO
5000 E Richland Rd, Columbia, MO 65201 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Lake George Senior Living

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Lake George Senior Living is an idyllic retreat located in the heart of Columbia, Missouri. Nestled between tranquil residential neighborhoods, The Brooks and Old Hawthorne, Lake George provides the perfect environment for retirement living. This vibrant community offers a harmonious blend of assisted living and independent living options, providing residents with a place to call home that is both enriching and convenient. Situated in close proximity to the downtown area and local hospitals, Lake George Senior Living offers the perfect balance between serenity and accessibility. A highlight of this one-of-a-kind community is the home-cooked meals provided by their dedicated staff, ensuring each meal is crafted with the resident’s health in mind. 

With a backdrop of lush landscapes and the gentle rustling of leaves, residents can bask in the refreshing breeze and be charmed by the sights of deer, turkey, geese, and birds. For those with a penchant for angling, the option to embark on a fishing expedition is an invitation to connect with nature in this haven for nature enthusiasts. Beyond the outdoors, Lake George Senior Living extends its care to include medication management, diabetic support, and incontinence care, ensuring that residents’ health and well-being remain paramount through their personalized care packages and low staff-to-resident ratio. Handicap-accessible features are seamlessly integrated, exemplifying the community’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. 

Facility Direct Line (573) 442-0577
Facility Direct Line (573) 442-0577 roystanpais@lakegeorgecolumbia.com
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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
8
Bed community size
10-bed community Rank #449 / 450Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 449th 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #542 / 545Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 542nd 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
80%
Rank #107 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 107th 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.
Higher than the Missouri average: 66.6%
Occupied beds
8 / 10
Average occupied beds in Missouri homes 72 beds

Awards

Best in Assisted Living

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyBoone

Ownership & Operating Entity

Lake George Senior Living is legally operated by Lake George Senior Living LLC, and administered by Ms. Brenda Ezell.

Corporate EntityLAKE GEORGE SENIOR LIVING LLC

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Operating Hours24 / 7 / 365

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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 2018 · 8 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 10 deficiencies 6 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 2018 vs. Missouri state average
Overall vs. MO average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Total deficiencies (84% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (68% 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. 1064 This facility has 84% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (10 vs. MO avg 64).↓ 84% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.75.3 This facility has 68% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (1.7 vs. MO avg 5.3).↓ 68% 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. 612 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (6 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
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Pets Allowed

Managed by Fadeanna Smith-Talton

Executive Director

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbia's city center to Lake George 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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Parkside Manor
AL
NH
MC
RC
Columbia
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 96
Rank #87 / 450
No
98
Facility 98
MO AVG 46
Rank #1 / 545
Skilled Nursing Facility (120)N & R Of Columbia, LLC--
Ashland Villa
AL
ADC
HOS
RC
Ashland
72
Facility 72
MO AVG 96
Rank #290 / 450
Yes
42
Facility 42
MO AVG 46
Rank #312 / 545
Studio / Alcove / SuiteAshland Villa, LLC
27
Facility 27
MO AVG 10
Rank #34 / 227
A+
The Westbury Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Columbia
72
Facility 72
MO AVG 96
Rank #290 / 450
Yes
27
Facility 27
MO AVG 46
Rank #412 / 545
Studio / 1 BedColumbia Senior Living LLC--
Colony Pointe Senior Living
AL
ADC
HOS
MC
RC
Columbia (Colonies)
59
Facility 59
MO AVG 96
Rank #368 / 450
Yes
45
Facility 45
MO AVG 46
Rank #293 / 545
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedAmericare At Colony Pointe Assisted Living, LLC--
Lake George Senior Living
AL
IL
Columbia
10
Facility 10
MO AVG 96
Rank #449 / 450
Yes
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 46
Rank #542 / 545
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Missouri

Lake George Senior Living is located in Columbia, 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 Lake George Senior Living

Is Lake George Senior Living in a walkable area?

Lake George Senior Living has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Lake George Senior Living?

Lake George Senior Living's occupancy is 80%.

Are pets allowed at Lake George Senior Living?

Yes, Lake George Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Lake George Senior Living?

Ms BRENDA EZELL is the administrator of Lake George Senior Living.

How many beds does Lake George Senior Living have?

Lake George Senior Living has 10 beds.

Has Lake George Senior Living had any deficiencies?

Lake George Senior Living has had 10 reported deficiencies since 2018 according to records from Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).

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