St Agnes Home
St. Agnes Home is a 150-bed intermediate care facility at 10341 Manchester Road, Kirkwood, Saint Louis County, Missouri, operated by the Carmelite Sisters of the Divine Heart of Jesus of Missouri under the administration of Angela Ruppel. The facility provides assisted living, enhanced care, and skilled nursing services with faith-based programming. It is nonprofit and has a walk score of 89, indicating very high walkability in an urban residential location.
A defining operational constraint merits immediate attention: St. Agnes Home does not accept Medicaid or Medicare. This policy restricts admission exclusively to private-pay residents; those funding care through personal resources or private long-term care insurance. For families dependent on government assistance programs, the facility is not accessible regardless of clinical suitability.
This payment restriction narrows the eligible population significantly and influences family decision-making from the outset.
The facility maintains a physician on staff, operates 24-hour nursing oversight with medication administration capabilities, and provides 24-hour security and emergency response systems.
Spiritual care is central to the facility’s mission. Daily Mass and Rosary, weekly Eucharistic Adoration, and other religious devotions are provided for residents. The continuum-of-care model encompasses assisted living, enhanced care, and skilled nursing within a single campus, allowing residents to remain at the facility as care needs progress. Meals are restaurant-style, served three times daily.
On-campus amenities include barber and beauty salon, fitness and physical therapy area, in-house medical services, housekeeping, linen service, utilities included, and concierge services. The community calendar includes physical, social, educational, and spiritual programming.
The facility’s regulatory record shows zero total inspections recorded, compared to a Missouri state average of seven for comparable facilities. This unusually sparse inspection history requires clarification from facility leadership. Current licensing status and any available regulatory documentation should be reviewed prior to placement. Request detailed staffing schedules and credentials, seek CMS ratings and quality outcome data, obtain current licensing documents and any inspection reports from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
Families should verify private-pay funding sources and confirm eligibility and ask about care protocols for residents with complex medical needs, fall prevention, and discharge planning.
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About this community
Occupancy
St Agnes Home is legally operated by Carmelite Sisters Of The Divine Heart Of Jesus Mo, and administered by Angela Ruppel.
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 2019 vs. Missouri state average• Deficiencies per inspection (186% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Total deficiencies (29% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 25 | 35 | This facility has 29% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (25 vs. MO avg 35).↓ 29% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 8.3 | 2.9 | This facility has 186% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (8.3 vs. MO avg 2.9).↑ 186% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 12 | This facility has had 75% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (3 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer |
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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.
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.
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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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| Laclede Groves | AL IL MC NH SNF | St. Louis | 251
Facility
251
MO AVG
96
Rank
#3 / 450 | No |
35
Facility
35
MO AVG
46
Rank
#353 / 545 | - | - | - | - |
| St Agnes Home | AL NH | Kirkwood | 150
Facility
150
MO AVG
96
Rank
#49 / 450 | No |
89
Facility
89
MO AVG
46
Rank
#29 / 545 | ICF (150) | Carmelite Sisters Of The Divine Heart Of Jesus Mo | - | - |
| Aberdeen Heights | AL HOS IL MC NH SNF | Kirkwood | 91
Facility
91
MO AVG
96
Rank
#219 / 450 | Yes |
89
Facility
89
MO AVG
46
Rank
#29 / 545 | Skilled Nursing Facility (38), ICF (17), ALF** (36) | Ashfield Active Living & Wellness Communities, Inc | - | - |
| Farmington Presbyterian Manor | AL IL MC NH SNF | Farmington | 90
Facility
90
MO AVG
96
Rank
#225 / 450 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
MO AVG
46
Rank
#113 / 545 | - | Presbyterian Manors, Inc | 11
Facility
11
MO AVG
10
Rank
#74 / 226 | A+ |
| Linden Woods Village | AL IL NH SNF | Gladstone | 40
Facility
40
MO AVG
96
Rank
#415 / 450 | Yes |
53
Facility
53
MO AVG
46
Rank
#216 / 545 | - | Ccrc Of Gladstone LLC | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about St Agnes Home
Who is the owner of St Agnes Home?
St Agnes Home is legally operated by Carmelite Sisters Of The Divine Heart Of Jesus Mo, and administered by Angela Ruppel.
Is St Agnes Home in a walkable area?
St Agnes Home has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of St Agnes Home?
According to MO state health department records, St Agnes Home's license number is 053262.
When does St Agnes Home's license expire?
According to MO state health department records, St Agnes Home's license expires on December 31, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at St Agnes Home?
St Agnes Home's occupancy is 65%.
Are pets allowed at St Agnes Home?
No, St Agnes Home has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of St Agnes Home?
Angela Ruppel is the administrator of St Agnes Home.
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