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Best Assisted Living in St. Joseph, MO

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in St Joseph, 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
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Jordan Weiss, PhD
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We analyzed These are the facilities in St Joseph, MO our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in St Joseph, MO.
3 homes
Other senior care options in St Joseph:
Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Field Pointe Assisted Living
AL
ADC
HOS
IL
MC
RC
St Joseph (Saint Joseph)
65
Facility 65
MO AVG 88
Rank #141 / 217
Yes
8
Facility 8
MO AVG 42
Rank #237 / 259
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedAmericare At Field Pointe, LLC
Benedictine Living Community-St. Joseph
AL
ADC
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
St Joseph
-Yes
56
Facility 56
MO AVG 42
Rank #76 / 259
Private / Shared Rooms-
Vintage Gardens & The Villas at Vintage Oaks
AL
IL
MC
RC
St Joseph (Saint Joseph)
-Yes
3
Facility 3
MO AVG 42
Rank #252 / 259
Suite / Villa-

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 3 analyzed for St Joseph. See how we rank facilities

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Field Pointe Assisted Living

5002 Gene Field Rd, St Joseph, MO 64506
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Overview of Field Pointe Assisted Living

Field Pointe Assisted Living offers assisted living, adult day care, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in St Joseph, MO. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living is for private living without daily care; Memory care provides a secured, supervised setting, and respite care is available for short stays. Adult day care provides support during the day without an overnight stay, while hospice care focuses on comfort at the end of life. The range of care options can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, including someone who moves from assisted living to memory care without leaving the community.

Residents can choose from studios, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. The two bedroom option may suit a couple moving together, while the pet policy allows a resident to bring a pet to live with them. Field Pointe Assisted Living has 65 beds. Becky Hampton serves as administrator, and Americare At Field Pointe operates the community.

Phone: (816) 688-4001

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Benedictine Living Community-St. Joseph

1202 Heartland Rd, St Joseph, MO 64506
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Overview of Benedictine Living Community-St. Joseph
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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.

Phone: (816) 290-7356

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Vintage Gardens & The Villas at Vintage Oaks

3402 N Woodbine Rd, St Joseph, MO 64505
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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.

Phone: (816) 279-3330

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

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
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Data source Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services (DHSS)
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Assisted Living in St Joseph at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 22/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in St Joseph, MO. 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: 65The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in St Joseph, MO. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in St. Joseph, MO

What is the average cost of assisted living in St. Joseph, MO?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in St. Joseph, MO is approximately $4,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in St. Joseph, MO?

Assisted living in St. Joseph, MO typically ranges from $3,500–$6,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in St. Joseph, MO?

Assisted living facilities in St. Joseph, MO typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.

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