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Our editorial team analyzed 268 assisted living communities in MO using MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in MO
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 TableAL (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.
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 268 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of The Boulevard Senior Living of Saint Charles
The Boulevard Senior Living of Saint Charles offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in St Charles, MO. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Because several care levels are available, a resident whose needs grow may be able to move to a different level without leaving the community.
The community has 128 beds and offers studio and one-bedroom layouts, giving residents the option of a single private space or a separate bedroom and living area. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. Ms Kelly Arnold serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by 3330 Ehlmann Opco.
The Wellington Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Liberty, MO. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With several care levels on one campus, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time.
The Wellington Senior Living opened in 1985 and has 72 beds. Housing options include studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences, with the two bedroom layout potentially suiting a couple moving together. Each residence has a private outdoor area, giving residents access to outdoor space connected to their home.
The starting price is $1,316. A garden, transportation, personal care, home cooked meals, and optional dining service packages are available, while activities include bingo, bowling, and card games. The Well FLEX program and religious services are also offered, and pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet. The community is administered by Joanna Bradley and operated by Liberty Senior Community.
The area has a Walk Score of 63 and is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.
With comprehensive services, including independent living, assisted living for seniors, and memory care day programs, residents can truly embrace graceful aging within St. Anthony’s Senior Living. Providing more than just a place to call home, St. Anthony’s is an up-to-date resource for seniors and their family members, offering a blog that keeps everyone informed and connected.
At St. Anthony’s Senior Living, senior residents can enter an environment that exudes warmth, compassion, and nurture. The community is dedicated to creating an accommodating atmosphere that promotes well-being and enhances the quality of life for residents. Their calendar is jam-packed with engaging activities, ensuring seniors can actively participate and thrive. Find peace in the chapel, indulge in the salon and spa’s pampering services, or stroll through the beautiful visitation gardens. From concierge services to cozy fireplaces and breathtaking panoramic views of Kansas City, every aspect has been thoughtfully designed to enhance the resident experience.
Turners Rock Senior Living Community is a senior living community on East Sunshine Street in Springfield, Missouri, roughly 4.7 miles from the city center. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in one place, which means a resident can move between levels of support without leaving a familiar building and staff. The community is operated by Senior Living Consulting Group, LLC, and administered by Brad Eldridge, who serves as general manager. With 70 beds and occupancy running near 89 percent, it is a moderately sized community that balances personal attention with shared amenities.
Housing options range from studios to one, two, and three bedroom apartments, so couples and residents who want more room have real choices. Independent living residents have housekeeping, home maintenance, and cooking handled for them, which frees up the day for other things. Assisted living and memory care add personal support built around what each resident can still do, with an emphasis on continuity and familiar routines. Pets are welcome, which matters to families who do not want a move to mean giving up a companion animal.
Shared spaces are a real part of daily life here. There is a pool, an outdoor fire pit, a bar, a library, a salon, a fitness area, and a movie theater, along with a regular calendar of community events. Common living areas give residents places to gather outside their apartments, and the surrounding area puts restaurants, shops, and medical care within a short drive.
State inspections by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services have tended to focus on building systems and physical-plant upkeep, along with procedural matters such as resident oversight, medication documentation, and health screening records, rather than on the quality of daily care itself. Families touring the community may want to ask how maintenance and oversight procedures are handled day to day.
The neighborhood scores 26 out of 100 for walkability, so most errands and outings will involve a car or community transportation rather than a walk.
Trustwell Living of Rayton is an assisted living community that excels in delivering high-quality services at different levels of care. The person-centered community maintains elegance and professionalism for its residents, promoting mutual respect and trust and allowing them to feel empowered and comfortable in a nurturing environment. Trustwell Living inspires its seniors to continue to live life to the fullest.
The vibrant home aims to enhance and enrich the experiences and lifestyle of its residents by designing specific care plans that match their interests, abilities, and needs– from specialized programs to doing arts and crafts, everything is designed to satisfy one’s holistic wellness.
Kingswood Senior Living Community is a not-for-profit life plan community in Kansas City, MO, that offers a wide range of care options, ranging from independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Here, older adults can find a home away from home, accompanied by its warm and inviting environment. The community also ensures residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle, with restaurant-style dining, light housekeeping, and wellness programs. With a comprehensive approach to care, the community strives to maintain residents’ holistic well-being.
Fitness programs, social gatherings, and entertainment options allow residents to make friends and gain meaningful experiences. Residents are also encouraged to live actively and connect with their surroundings with its state-of-the-art amenities, including an aquatic center, serene walking trails, and secured spaces. Situated in the quiet residential area of Kansas City, near bus stops, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. This retirement community has a continuum of care, allowing residents to age in place, making it a great choice for senior living in Missouri.
The Westbury Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Columbia, MO. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment.
Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With these care levels available in one community, a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain here rather than move elsewhere. The community has 72 beds and offers studio and one bedroom housing, giving residents the choice of a single room or a separate bedroom and living space.
The starting price is $3,095 per month, which gives families an initial monthly figure for budgeting. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet to the community. A swimming pool and fitness center support swimming and workouts on site, while the movie theater provides a place for screenings; the salon, spa, courtyard, and patio add spaces for grooming and time outdoors. Columbia Senior Living operates The Westbury Senior Living, which is administered by Ms Amy Byergo.
Preferred Family Healthcare is an assisted living community in Kirksville, Missouri. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartments.
The community has 57 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents may get to know each other. A Walk Score of 77 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently. Walter Winn serves as the administrator.
Benton House of Staley Hills offers assisted living and memory care in Kansas City, MO. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident continues living in their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move.
The community has 80 beds. Dining includes a varied menu prepared with fresh ingredients, with full breakfast service and multiple options at lunch and dinner so residents can choose among offerings at each meal. Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.
A Walk Score of 94 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Alyssa Gaudreau serves as administrator, and Ahr Kansas City Mo Alf Trs Sub Ii operates the community.
Independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and nursing home care are what Beth Haven Nursing Home runs in Hannibal, MO. Levels stacked that way work for a person whose requirements may grow, because moving up does not mean moving out. Residential nursing handles the licensed care. Assisted living takes bathing, dressing, and medication, and the resident keeps an apartment while it happens.
Memory care means a secured setting and supervision for somebody living with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. There is a named Alzheimer’s Unit here. Independent living puts private quarters together with community services, no daily care attached. A short stay under respite fits the family caregiver planning travel or recovery.
Add those up and the home fits a person who wants private living now, expects to need more later, or needs memory support or a brief stay. Beth Haven has 105 beds and runs rehabilitation therapy for anyone needing it during care.
Each resident’s daily share of nursing staffing time is 5 hours and 51 minutes. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all apply to eligible services or residence. An 80 out of 100 Walk Score is very walkable, so most errands close on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out alone. Mennonite Home Association operates the home, and Kerri Lauterbach administers it.
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other assisted living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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Review Sentiment
Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
% Inspections w/ Citations
Complaint Visits
Accreditations
BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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Occupancy Rate
Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
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Walk Score
Pricing Transparency
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Avg Monthly Cost:$5,469The average monthly cost across facilities in Missouri. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:$5,600
Avg Walk Score:42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Missouri. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds:88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Missouri. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Missouri
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Missouri?
Assisted living in Missouri supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Missouri?
Assisted living in Missouri is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Missouri Medicaid cover assisted living?
Missouri Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Missouri) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 268 assisted living facilities in Missouri. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Missouri?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Missouri, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Missouri?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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