The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace
The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace is a 48-bed nonprofit memory care and assisted living community at 3104 Bluff Creek Drive in Columbia, Boone County, Missouri, operated by Columbia Residential LLC under administrator Jessica Bankhead and owner Christina Benton. The facility carries a 1-star CMS overall rating and has faced substantive inspection challenges over the past four years.
Since 2021, the community recorded 39 health citations across 12 inspections.
In November 2024, an unannounced survey identified an infection-control violation with critical severity; meaning the noncompliance posed immediate risk of serious harm to residents. That citation was corrected. Two months earlier, a complaint investigation documented serious deficiencies in pharmacy documentation and quality-of-care practices; both were resolved. Resident-rights violations comprise the largest category (9 of 39 citations), followed by quality-of-life concerns (8 citations).
The facility incurred $38,000 in federal penalties between November 2024 and January 2025.
Nursing hours per resident are at 4 hours 22 minutes daily and exceed the Missouri average by 17 percent, the facility’s strongest marker. The staff roster includes 19 RNs, 20 LPNs, and 96 CNAs, with additional therapy contractors. Occupancy of 89.4 percent signals sustained demand in the local market.
Long-stay residents report declines in mobility and activities-of-daily-living independence at rates 48–54 percent worse than state average. Urinary tract infection prevalence runs 81 percent above state benchmark. Short-stay residents’ influenza vaccination lags 53 percent below state rates.
On-site nurse aide training, an active resident council, and memory care programming are available.
The Arbors is oriented toward short-term Medicare rehabilitation and private-pay stays, with occupancy and staffing investment indicating operational stability, though quality-decline measures and recent critical findings require consideration.
About this community
Occupancy
The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace is legally operated by Columbia Residential, LLC, and administered by Jessica Bankhead.
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 2018 vs. Missouri state average
• Total deficiencies (53% below)
• Deficiencies per year (53% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% below)
Deficiencies
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This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total deficiencies
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30 | 64 | This facility has 53% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (30 vs. MO avg 64).↓ 53% better |
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Deficiencies per year
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3.8 | 8 | This facility has 53% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (3.8 vs. MO avg 8).↓ 53% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
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3 | 5.3 | This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (3 vs. MO avg 5.3).↓ 43% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total inspections
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10 | 12 | This facility has had 17% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (10 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 17% fewer |
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The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.
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Columbia | 48 | No | 26 | - | Columbia Residential, LLC | - | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace
Who is the owner of The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace?
The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace is legally operated by Columbia Residential, LLC, and administered by Jessica Bankhead.
Is The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace in a walkable area?
The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace?
The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace's occupancy is 56%.
Who is the administrator of The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace?
Jessica Bankhead is the administrator of The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace.
How many beds does The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace have?
The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace has 48 beds.
Are there photos of The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace?
Yes — there are 6 photos of The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace?
The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace is located at 3104 Bluff Creek Dr, Columbia, MO 65201.
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