Page 20 of Best Memory Care in Missouri

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 250 memory care providers in MO using MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MO
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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.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Seasons Rehab and Healthcare Center
MC
ADC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Kansas City
78
Facility 78
MO AVG 102
Rank #136 / 210
No
94
Facility 94
MO AVG 44
Rank #3 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (78)Seasons Operator LLC--
Maywood Terrace Living Center
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Independence (Maywood)
89
Facility 89
MO AVG 102
Rank #115 / 210
No
46
Facility 46
MO AVG 44
Rank #116 / 245
-Independence #1, Inc--
The Arbors at WestRidge Place Senior Living
MC
ADC
HOS
RC
Sikeston
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 102
Rank #207 / 210
Yes
18
Facility 18
MO AVG 44
Rank #200 / 245
StudioLa Bonne Maison Residential, LLC--
The Gables at Brady Circle
MC
AL
St. Louis (Ascalon)
40
Facility 40
MO AVG 102
Rank #203 / 210
No
56
Facility 56
MO AVG 44
Rank #72 / 245
-The Gables At Brady Circle, LLC--
Bluff Creek Terrace Senior Living
MC
ADC
AL
HOS
RC
Columbia
48
Facility 48
MO AVG 102
Rank #192 / 210
Yes
26
Facility 26
MO AVG 44
Rank #174 / 245
StudioColumbia Residential, LLC--
Autumn View Gardens
MC
AL
RC
St. Louis (Maryland Heights)
-Yes
20
Facility 20
MO AVG 44
Rank #193 / 245
--
27
Facility 27
MO AVG 9
Rank #14 / 89
A+
The Wildwood Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Joplin
74
Facility 74
MO AVG 102
Rank #139 / 210
Yes
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 44
Rank #243 / 245
-Joplin Senior Community LLC--
Blue Hills Rest Home
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
RC
Independence
63
Facility 63
MO AVG 102
Rank #166 / 210
Yes-Private / Semi-Private RoomsBlue Hills Rest Home, Inc--
Cape Albeon Lakeside Retirement Living
MC
AL
IL
Valley Park
-No
44
Facility 44
MO AVG 44
Rank #129 / 245
--
27
Facility 27
MO AVG 9
Rank #14 / 89
A+
Garden Villas South
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
St. Louis
83
Facility 83
MO AVG 102
Rank #127 / 210
No
5
Facility 5
MO AVG 44
Rank #233 / 245
-Garden Villas Of South County, Inc--

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Overview of The Arbors at WestRidge Place Senior Living

Age gracefully with the respected senior living community of The Arbors at WestRidge Place Senior Living by Americare situated in the peaceful grounds of North West, Sikeston, MO, that specializes in memory care. The community also features respite care, an adult day club, and hospice care. The community features cozy and elegant studio floor plans for seniors to have a relaxing and safe retirement within its serene premises. Utilizing its signature Best Friends Approach, the community fosters a friendly and stimulating environment for seniors to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle.

The Arbors at WestRidge Place Senior Living orchestrates spontaneous activities for seniors to look forward to new days and live in every moment. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. With well-thought-of spaces and incredible amenities, The Arbors at WestRidge Place Senior Living is ideal for seniors who want to optimize their independence while benefitting in a caring community.

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Overview of Bluff Creek Terrace Senior Living

Treat yourself to a fully supported and comfortable retirement lifestyle at Bluff Creek Terrace Senior Living, a remarkable senior living community in Columbia, MO, offering various care options for residents’ varying and changing needs. Whether you need assisted living services, memory care, respite care or rehabilitative services, the community makes sure all of your care needs are met. With an array of conveniently designed accommodations with full, private bath, kitchenette, and individual heat and A/C, residents are guaranteed a relaxing living environment.

Most of the tiring chores are handled so residents can freely participate and engage in the community’s vibrant calendar of activities and extensive wellness programs designed to nurture their overall well-being. Dining experiences are enhanced with well-prepared meals that residents can peacefully enjoy in their private living space or savor with friends in the lovely dining room. With a dedicated care team that handles most of residents’ care needs, inviting community spaces, and vibrant daily programming, residents are guaranteed to thrive in this stunning community.

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Overview of The Wildwood Senior Living

Nestled in the tranquil grounds of John Duffy Drive, Joplin, MO, The Wildwood Senior Living is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Have a relaxing time within the stunning and spacious residences of The Wildwood Senior Living. Optimize your independence and reach your full potential with top-tier care and support from a compassionate and highly qualified team available around the clock.

Rediscover passions and seek new adventures through enjoyable activities and engaging programs for leisure and wellness. Have an unforgettable dining experience with delectable and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Enjoy peace and convenience with the fabulous amenities of The Wildwood Senior Living. The US News and World Report regarded The Wildwood Senior Living as the Best Assisted Living, Best Memory Care, and Best Assisted Living in 2024 for its exceptional quality.

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Overview of Autumn View Gardens

The Autumn View Gardens is an assisted living and memory care community that thrives because of the level of independence and growth given to seniors. The retirement community creates an open space for seniors to live life on their own terms and continue to feel inspired by purposeful living. The dedicated team of staff is committed to ensuring that residents are receiving the best care possible while creating an environment with endless possibilities waiting to be explored. For over 60 years, Autumn View Gardens have been ensuring that residents foster a sense of community. 
Autumn View Gardens proudly practices its philosophical approach to senior living, which is offering tailored care based on the needs and decisions of its residents. Services include licensed nurse supervision, medication management, a 24-hour emergency call system, and pharmacy services; other physical services include rehabilitation, podiatry, and respite stays. 

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Overview of Cape Albeon Lakeside Retirement Living

Cape Albeon is an organization that truly cares about its seniors. Rooted in faith, they go above and beyond to provide exceptional assisted living apartments, memory care options, and short-term respite care services to seniors from both Missouri and Illinois. The staff is dedicated to making every resident feel loved, respected, and valued. They work closely with each individual to create a customized care plan that meets their unique needs and preferences. The community offers a wide range of services, including medication management, on-site therapy, and transportation services, to ensure that residents have everything they need right at their fingertips. The staff is also committed to providing access to off-site healthcare providers whenever necessary.
With gorgeous lakeside views, secure outdoor walking paths, and well-lit dining rooms, the community is a true oasis. Residents can participate in a variety of recreational and social events and take advantage of fitness programs tailored to their abilities. For those who love pets, Cape Albeon offers pet-friendly accommodations for eligible residents. The on-site beauty salon/barbershop and outdoor pergola and garden area provide a relaxing and rejuvenating environment for residents to unwind and enjoy life to the fullest.

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Overview of Seasons Rehab and Healthcare Center

Seasons Operator LLC and owner Angela Grogan handle the daily management at Seasons Rehab and Healthcare Center, a 78-bed medical nursing facility located at 15600 Woods Chapel Road in Kansas City, Missouri. The billing office coordinates standard accounts across Medicare, Medicaid, and typical private pay options. Relatives planning visits can expect a pedestrian-friendly layout scoring 94 out of 100 for walkability, which means guests can manage immediate errands or walk to nearby spots entirely on foot.

Rosters show that the building maintains a high 95 percent occupancy level, while residents stay an average of 199 days. This operating schedule reveals that the medical teams split their attention between multi-month residential care and short-term post-hospital therapy programs. Nursing personnel coordinate treatments and daily medical routines on around-the-clock schedules, providing an average of 3 hours and 32 minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day through a team of registered nurses, practical nurses, and aides.

Recent inspection documents noted several areas that required correction, which included standard administrative guidelines, Medicaid notification paperwork timelines, and basic resource protocols, keeping the building’s overall cumulative citation rate above zero.

Prospective residents can explore the on-site physical rehabilitation setup, specialized adult day care options, and geriatric psychiatric tracks under continuous medical direction. The property pairs these clinical divisions with routine short-term respite stays, hospice coordination, an internal salon space, and managed laundry assistance.

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Overview of Maywood Terrace Living Center

Maywood Terrace Living Center is a nursing home ideal for residents who seek to relax and recover. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, the community provides professional and compassionate service for its residents. Maywood Terrace cultivates the holistic needs of its residents in a home-like setting, allowing them to age gracefully.

The services are multidisciplinary for both skilled nursing and rehabilitation– focusing on rehabilitative therapy (physical, occupational, speech) and mobility improvement, and medical professionals are on-call– medical directors, nurse practitioners, and physicians.

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Overview of The Gables at Brady Circle

The Gables at Brady Circle is one of the trusted assisted living communities in the city. They understand that an enriching senior living experience begins with the right lifestyle that reinvents the meaning of senior care. The assisted living community enriches, empowers, and encourages all residents to still live freely on their own terms while receiving the necessary support. The Gables at Brady Circle is a home that honors your trust in them; they ensure that seniors are given the utmost level of care and respect. 
The vibrant home offers a list of services that include 24-hour nursing supervision, transportation, housekeeping, medication management, an emergency call response system in every room, and cozy outdoor and indoor common areas. Other activities include movie nights, fitness classes, a gardening club, and other scheduled social events. 

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Blue Hills Rest Home

2207 North Blue Mills Road, Independence, MO 64058
Overview of Blue Hills Rest Home

Experience senior living to its fullest with Blue Hills Rest Home located in the beautiful town of Independence, MO, offering assisted living services. The community primarily focuses on creating the best environment for residents, offering private and semi-private rooms tailored for men, women, and married couples. A highly equipped and dedicated team provides exceptional resident care and support, using personalized techniques for a smooth transition to care. With years of experience, the team prides itself on delivering high-quality care, treating each individual with dignity and respect, and fostering a nurturing atmosphere where everyone feels valued.

Offering above-and-beyond extensive services, residents can enjoy and benefit from nutritious home-cooked meals, housekeeping, an attending physician, and more. Residents can always have something to look forward to every morning with recreational programs and daily planned activities coordinated by a professional team. At Blue Hills Rest Home, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.

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Overview of Garden Villas South

Garden Villas South sits at 13457 Tesson Ferry Rd in South St. Louis County, about 14 miles from the city center and less than 2 miles from Mercy Hospital South. Administrator Michelle Miller leads the operation under Garden Villas of South County, Inc. The 83-bed community spans four care levels: nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With a Walk Score of 5, the location is essentially car-dependent where outings require a vehicle or arranged transportation.

Current occupancy is 49 of 83 beds, a 59% fill rate. Families should weigh that figure when assessing the community’s trajectory.

The residential setup leans toward the full-service end of the spectrum. Apartments come with fully equipped kitchens. An Executive Chef prepares three meals a day, and there’s a 24-hour concierge on hand. Valet parking and grocery delivery are available. Included services cover weekly maid service, personal laundry, flat linen service, scheduled transportation, personal grooming assistance, medication reminders, and an in-house escort service.

Recreation spans social, educational, and cultural programs and outings. The indoor swimming pool and hot tub, fitness center, and wellness program fill out the amenity picture.

Memory care is available on-site within the broader care mix.

Garden Villas South is a full-service, amenity-dense community in suburban St. Louis suited to older adults across a wide care range who prioritize residential comfort and on-site services over walkability or urban proximity.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care 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.

Does Missouri Medicaid cover memory care?

Missouri Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 250 memory care communities in Missouri. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.

Memory Care in Missouri at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 44/ 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: 102The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Missouri. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90