Page 26 of Best Assisted Living in Missouri

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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: 46/ 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Missouri. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Hill Crest Manor

Hill Crest Manor is a nursing home in Hamilton, Missouri. It is operated by Hamilton #1, Inc. It is owned by Muhammad Amin and administered by Tyler O’Neal. The facility is on South Colby, a moderately walkable area for errands and nearby services. The facility is a relatively new property, having opened just one year ago.

The 114-bed home has a current occupancy rate of 47%, with residents staying an average of 179 days. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, providing several ways for families to arrange short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care. Rehabilitation services are a key part of the facility’s clinical focus.

Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 8 minutes per resident each day. Residents are cared for by registered nurses, nursing aides, and licensed practical nurses. This level of hands-on support is the foundation of daily care delivery.

State inspections documented concerns related to resident safety, dignity, and privacy; medication management practices; equipment safety; food service; adequate supervision; and staff conduct toward residents. These findings require ongoing attention and corrective action in daily operations and care practices.

Families considering Hill Crest Manor should ask about these inspection findings during a tour. This will help clarify how the home addresses regulatory concerns and improves its practices.

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Overview of Benedictine Living Community-St. Joseph

Benedictine Living Community- St. Joseph is a nursing home in St. Joseph, MO, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Fostering comfort and healing, the community has upscale amenities in a clean and welcoming setting. With 24-hour support, nutritious meals, and therapies, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community also works closely with residents to meet their needs and preferences, ensuring their recovery and rehabilitation.

Light exercises and social events encourage residents to make friends and have fun. Spacious living areas, cozy communal spaces, and state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment are also available, so residents can rest and focus on their wellness. The community is also easily accessible, as it is conveniently located near bus stops and restaurants in St. Joseph. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Missouri, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential.

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Overview of St Andrew’s Assisted Living of Bridgeton

St. Andrew’s Assisted Living of Bridgeton is a 35-bed assisted living facility at 11325 St Charles Rock Road, Bridgeton, Saint Louis County, Missouri, operated by Mizpah Assisted Living Services under the administration of Elizabeth Ahrens. The community operates with 24-hour on-site staffing. Families should request detailed staffing configuration, weekend protocols, nurse licensure, and emergency response procedures directly during tours to evaluate whether the care model aligns with their loved one’s acuity level and medical needs.

Meals are prepared on-site and served three times daily in a shared dining room with flexible hours. The facility provides cable television, local telephone service, weekly housekeeping, linen service, and utilities included in residential fees. Pets are permitted. A calendar of social activities, exercise classes, card games, entertainment outings, and community events is offered to support resident engagement and social connection.

The walk score of 4 indicates the facility is car-dependent; most outings require transportation, which the community arranges for activities and errands.

St. Andrew’s Assisted Living of Bridgeton accepts Missouri Medicaid programs, including the Aged and Disabled Waiver, Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care, the Structured Family Caregiving Waiver, MO HealthNet for Aged Blind and Disabled populations, and the Medicare Savings Program. Veterans and spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance benefits. These multiple assistance pathways help offset care costs for eligible residents.

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Overview of River Mist

Set in the harmonious lands of West Maud Street, Poplar Bluff, MO, River Mist Senior Living by Americare is an extraordinary senior living community providing assisted living, adult day club, respite care, rehabilitation, and hospice care. With various stunning and spacious studio floor plans, seniors enjoy a blissful and secure retirement. The community exceeds expectations in supporting seniors in daily activities while respecting their privacy and independence.

Live your life to the fullest with enjoyable activities and exciting programs curated to highlight residents’ interests and strengths. Mingle with friends over delightful and well-balanced meals for an unforgettable dining experience. River Mist Senior Living is ideal for seniors who want to enjoy their freedom while receiving the utmost care and assistance for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Victorian Place of Union

Situated on West Main Street, Victorian Place of Union is an assisted living community in Union, Missouri, offering assisted living, adult day care, respite care, and hospice services. A variety of pet-friendly studio accommodations are also provided in a single-story setting.

Transportation assistance is provided, along with fitness and recreation programs, nutritious dining, and social activities. Meanwhile, its surrounding neighborhood is largely car-dependent with a walkability score of 14, which requires a car to complete most errands.

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Overview of Vintage Gardens & the Villas at Vintage Oaks

Set in the quiet town of St. Joseph, MO, The Vintage Gardens & The Villas at Vintage Oaks is a peculiar senior living community providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations with an array of floor plans including studio and one-bedroom are available for its residents depending on their tastes. As for memory care, a thoughtfully designed specialized care program called Magnolia Trails is utilized to accommodate the immediate care and support that those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia need.

The community is dedicated to providing exceptional amenities and services which include 3 meals and snacks each day in restaurant-style dining, bi-weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and emergency call systems in all apartments. Explore its amazing common spaces such as the grounds, gardens, and lounge area. Create meaningful connections with new companions by attending any of the planned life enrichment programs and social activities. The Vintage Gardens & The Villas at Vintage Oaks proudly stands as an award-winning senior living community.

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Overview of Mary Ryder Home

Providing care for women over 55, Mary Ryder Home is a one-of-kind senior living community located at Olive Street, St.Louis, MO, that offers independent living. The community goes above and beyond with its aim to deliver accessible and reliable care and assistance for women. Experience care and assistance at its finest with Mary Ryder Home.

A compassionate and dedicated team is available around the clock to ensure the seniors’ needs are met. As a non-profit community, Mary Ryder Home focuses on the welfare of its residents. The community conducts a wide range of activities to ensure that seniors remain active and live a happy life. Amenities include a library, a TV lounge, a meeting room, and indoor common areas.

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Overview of The Plaza Senior Living at Wildwood

The Plaza Senior Living at Wildwood is a one-of-a-kind senior living community based in Wildwood, MO, offering assisted living and memory care. Boasting years of experience, the community created a supportive and empowering environment where residents experience luxury, excitement, and dignified care each and every day. The community offers individualized care plans that thoroughly identifies and achieve residents’ unique needs and wellness goals. They work in collaboration with residents, families, and the Director of Wellness to ensure all of residents’ needs are met.

The community takes over the tedious tasks of daily living, including housekeeping, maintenance, pet care, and meal preparation so residents can freely spend their time on the things that they truly care about. Residents are free to participate in an array of social functions, events, and entertainment opportunities that fosters holistic well-being. Look forward to meal times with delicious and nutritious meals crafted with nourishment and individual tastes in mind. At The Plaza Senior Living at Wildwood, residents are encouraged to live to the fullest with the support of a friendly team, encouraging services, and wonderful amenities.

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Overview of The Town & Country Senior Living

Overlooking the scenic area of Town and Country, MO, The Town & Country Senior Living is a multi-awarded senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Seniors enjoy the spacious and stylish accommodations that are built to cater seniors’ varying mobility, needs, and preferences. Residents are provided utmost care and support to maintain their independence with personalized care plans and a dedicated care team trained to provide exceptional and compassionate care.

Fostering an invigorating living experience, The Town & Country Senior Living conducts a variety of social functions, events, and entertainment performances that cultivates every aspect of well-being, including the body, mind, and spirit. Residents are guaranteed to live comfortable and convenient lives with an array of helpful services like housekeeping, maintenance, transportation, and concierge services. Featuring an expansive menu and daily specials, the community makes sure residents eat well and feel good with a dining experience that not just nourishes the body but also fosters connection over meals.

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Overview of The Burlington Creek Senior Living

Set in Kansas City, MO, The Burlington Creek Senior Living is an award-winning senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Choose from a variety of floor plans designed to cater to seniors’ preferences and needs. Get back to the lifestyle you expect and enjoy with the help of a dedicated and talented team that provides personalized care and assistance. Residents in the memory care neighborhood are provided with an engaging and supportive environment with utmost support provided by compassionate memory care support partners.

The community takes on a holistic approach to care, collaborating closely in caring for the whole person and not just their physical needs. An array of events, social functions, and entertainment provide excellent opportunities to nourish every aspect of residents’ well-being. Residents are free from daily living worries with services like housekeeping, maintenance, transportation, concierge services, and pet care. Look forward to chef-prepared meals that not only pleases the taste buds, but gives you the energy you need for your lifestyle.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

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.

  • Includes
  • 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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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 261 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.