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Best Memory Care in Missouri

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 238 memory care communities in Missouri using Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MO
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Last updated
Jul 2026
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238 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 45/ 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: 97The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Missouri. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Missouri

The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.

Heisinger Bluffs
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Jefferson City
111
Facility 111
MO AVG 97
Rank #156 / 454
No
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 45
Rank #376 / 563
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedHeisinger Bluffs Opco LLC--
Bridgeway Residential Care Facility
MC
NH
AL
Fulton
78
Facility 78
MO AVG 97
Rank #278 / 454
No
58
Facility 58
MO AVG 45
Rank #170 / 563
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---
Brookdale West County
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Ballwin
98
Facility 98
MO AVG 97
Rank #189 / 454
No
56
Facility 56
MO AVG 45
Rank #181 / 563
Unit TypeVb Ballwin Sh, LLC
48
Facility 48
MO AVG 11
Rank #4 / 209
A+
Wilson’s Creek Nursing &Amp; Rehab
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Springfield (Downtown Springfield)
172
Facility 172
MO AVG 97
Rank #33 / 454
No
94
Facility 94
MO AVG 45
Rank #5 / 563
Skilled Nursing Facility (172)N & R Of Springfield West, LLC
17
Facility 17
MO AVG 11
Rank #58 / 209
A+
Country Meadows
MC
NH
AL
IL
Park Hills
87
Facility 87
MO AVG 97
Rank #251 / 454
No
37
Facility 37
MO AVG 45
Rank #347 / 563
Skilled Nursing Facility (72), Assisted Living Facility (15)Country Meadows Nursing & Rehab, LLC
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 11
Rank #27 / 209
A+
The Madison Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Kansas City (Martin City)
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 97
Rank #320 / 454
Yes
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 45
Rank #376 / 563
Studio / 1 BedSwkc Senior Community LLC
6
Facility 6
MO AVG 11
Rank #89 / 209
A+
Barathaven Memory Care
MC
Dardenne Prairie (Barathaven)
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 97
Rank #320 / 454
Yes
4
Facility 4
MO AVG 45
Rank #530 / 563
Private / Shared SuiteSonata Barathaven LLC
16
Facility 16
MO AVG 11
Rank #64 / 209
A+
Gardens Senior Living Community
MC
AL
IL
Springfield (Mark Twain)
148
Facility 148
MO AVG 97
Rank #59 / 454
Yes
47
Facility 47
MO AVG 45
Rank #275 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBslc II
30
Facility 30
MO AVG 11
Rank #24 / 209
A+
Breeze Park – Lutheran Senior Services
MC
AL
IL
NH
Weldon Spring
50
Facility 50
MO AVG 97
Rank #390 / 454
No
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 45
Rank #545 / 563
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
18
Facility 18
MO AVG 11
Rank #54 / 209
A+
Capetown Senior Living
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
RC
Cape Girardeau
53
Facility 53
MO AVG 97
Rank #382 / 454
Yes
7
Facility 7
MO AVG 45
Rank #518 / 563
Studio / Suite / 2 BedCapetown Residential LLC
17
Facility 17
MO AVG 11
Rank #58 / 209
A+
The Grande At Creve Coeur
MC
Creve Coeur
58
Facility 58
MO AVG 97
Rank #375 / 454
No
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 45
Rank #376 / 563
StudioKauhale Creve Coeur, LLC
10
Facility 10
MO AVG 11
Rank #78 / 209
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New Perspective Senior Living | Weldon Spring
MC
AL
IL
Weldon Spring
170
Facility 170
MO AVG 97
Rank #35 / 454
Yes
13
Facility 13
MO AVG 45
Rank #486 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWeldon Springs Ops LLC
18
Facility 18
MO AVG 11
Rank #54 / 209
A+
Lakewood Senior Living
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
RC
Springfield
67
Facility 67
MO AVG 97
Rank #317 / 454
Yes
44
Facility 44
MO AVG 45
Rank #307 / 563
Studio / 1 BedLakewood Residential Care, LLC
24
Facility 24
MO AVG 11
Rank #43 / 209
A+
The Castlewood Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Nixa
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 97
Rank #320 / 454
Yes
4
Facility 4
MO AVG 45
Rank #530 / 563
Studio / 1 BedNixa Senior Community LLC
11
Facility 11
MO AVG 11
Rank #75 / 209
A+
Sunrise of Des Peres
MC
NH
AL
Des Peres
102
Facility 102
MO AVG 97
Rank #169 / 454
Yes
50
Facility 50
MO AVG 45
Rank #244 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSjv 1 Des Peres Opco, LLC
18
Facility 18
MO AVG 11
Rank #54 / 209
A+
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Overview of The Arbors at Lakeview Bend

Burrowed in the tranquil community of Mexico, MO, The Arbors at Lakeview Bend is an outstanding senior living community that offers respite care, memory care, rehabilitation, and adult day club. Residents dealing with the challenges of memory loss are given the right care and support in an intimate memory care neighborhood featuring personalized care plans tailored to residents’ varying needs. The community ensures their care team are trained to provide compassionate care and make strong connections with residents, giving them a strong sense of belonging and companionship.

In addition to its wide array of planned activities, events, and programs, the community encourages spontaneous activities and engagement among residents, fostering a candid and natural relationship that brings genuine happiness and connections. From pet therapy visits, dominoes, and chair exercises, to Bible study, bingo, and more, there’s always something for everyone to enjoy alone or share with others. At The Arbors at Lakeview Bend, everything is designed to accommodate residents’ needs, interests, and preferences, providing them a space where they can do the things they want to do.

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The Ashton on the Plaza

2 Emanuel Cleaver Ii Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64112
Overview of The Ashton on the Plaza

Settled in the vibrant community of Kansas City, MO, The Ashton on the Plaza is a prominent senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from well-appointed and cozy accommodations with several floor plans tailored to their needs. 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.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including delicious and nutritious meals, special nutrition counseling, housekeeping and linen services, regular personal care assessments, medication administration and reminders, and escort and transfer assistance. Join in various social activities and events such as cooking classes, exercise classes, and outings. At The Ashton on the Plaza, seniors can enjoy a secure and memorable retirement.

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Overview of Villages of Jackson Creek Memory Care

Villages of Jackson Creek is an independent living and assisted living community with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The senior living home is a resident-centered community where individuals can thrive and reach their fullest potential, becoming happier, more peaceful versions of themselves. Villages of Jackson ensures residents feel right where they belong by offering compassionate and kind support in a cozy and home-like setting.

The community life at The Villages includes services and amenities, including restaurant-style dining, daily meals, personal and scheduled transportation, and engaging activities.

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Overview of Autumn Place Residential Care of Joplin

Autumn Place Residential Care of Joplin is a 38-bed independent community at 2030 E Zora Street, Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri, operated by Autumn Home Care Facilities, Inc. Tammie Nash serves as administrator. The facility offers independent living apartments, residential care, assisted living, and memory care across a moderately sized residential setting.

Located in a highly walkable neighborhood (walk score 77), the community sits in an area where most daily errands can be accomplished on foot and many essentials remain within close proximity. This accessibility supports both resident independence and family engagement.

The facility provides multi-level care within a single community, allowing residents to transition between independent living, assisted living, and memory care as their needs change.

Ask specifically about nursing hours per resident, weekend staffing protocols, memory care programming, and any care transitions the facility has managed for residents aging from independent to assisted living levels.

Financial assistance is available through Missouri Medicaid programs, including the Aged and Disabled Waiver, Supplemental Nursing Care, Structured Family Caregiving Waiver, and MO HealthNet coverage. Veterans may qualify for Aid and Attendance benefits. The facility accepts Medicaid and works with families on payment structures.

Contact Autumn Place Residential Care of Joplin

Overview of St. Andrew’s Apartments at Kirksville

Located in the quiet residential area of South Osteopathy, Kirksville, MO, is the reliable senior living community of St. Andrew’s Apartments at Kirkville offering independent living. Focusing on the needs of those 55+, the community fosters a vibrant and welcoming environment with a variety of one- and two-bedroom apartments. The Northeast Regional Medical Center is also nearby, ensuring immediate medical care when needed.

Live independently and do the things you love in the purposely designed entertainment spaces and carefully curated activities. The emergency response system is also active 24/7 to ensure residents’ safety. Here, residents have the freedom to do the things they love without the hassles of daily responsibilities.

Contact St. Andrew’s Apartments at Kirksville

Overview of Baptist Homes of Independence

Have a magnificent retirement with the respected senior living community of Baptist Homes of Independence in the tranquil town of Independence, MO, offering top-notch assisted living services. Dedicated to providing its residents with comfort and peace of mind, a passionate team ensures round-the-clock assistance with daily activities. The community also offers healthcare services including staffing & ancillary services, non-ambulatory care, incontinence care, and diabetic care.

Meet new friends and enjoy its beautifully created spaces along the way. The community also serves delectable and healthy meals that satisfy cravings. Experience its vibrant off-site social activities and on-site devotional activities towards an active and enriching lifestyle. Baptist Homes of Independence is ideal for seniors seeking to maximize independence while receiving the unparalleled care and assistance they deserve.

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Overview of Hampton Manor of O’ Fallon (under Construction)

Hampton Manor of O’Fallon offers exceptional senior living in O’Fallon, Missouri, providing a comfortable and supportive environment for residents. Our community is designed to promote independence while offering personalized care tailored to individual needs.

Residents enjoy private, apartment-style suites with modern amenities, including individually controlled heating and air conditioning, private bathrooms with showers and grab bars, and emergency call response systems. The community features beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, comfortable common areas, and a variety of activity rooms to encourage social engagement and relaxation.

Our dedicated staff is available 24/7 to assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management. We also offer weekly housekeeping, linen services, and suite maintenance to ensure a clean and comfortable living environment.

Dining at Hampton Manor of O’Fallon includes three delicious meals daily, with menu choices and snacks available anytime. Residents can also enjoy our on-site hair and nail salon, library, sunroom, and movie theater. Regularly scheduled activities and entertainment provide opportunities for residents to stay active and engaged.

Our community is conveniently located near public transportation and offers ample parking for residents and visitors. We also provide religious services to support the spiritual well-being of our residents.

At Hampton Manor of O’Fallon, we are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment where seniors can thrive. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care and support, ensuring peace of mind for residents and their families.

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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 Benton House of Staley Hills

Benton House of Staley Hills is an award-winning facility that provides genuine care for assisted living and specialized memory care services in Kansas City. The community is designed to be bright and beautiful, a place that residents can truly call home for assisted and memory care living. They also offer an adult day program that provides opportunities for seniors to enjoy their day with various activities. Benton House offers a unique experience for its residents by choosing the best option possible catered to them.

Benton House offers 24-hour access to staff and personal emergency response systems; they promote independence while ensuring the safety of their residents. Their memory care unit includes free access to a beautiful outdoor area that provides residents with the freedom to escape the clinical care setting. They offer a unique neighborhood and lifestyle that fosters fitness, relaxation, and new experiences.

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Overview of Friendship Village Assisted Living & Memory Care

Friendship Village Assisted Living & Memory Care is an 84-bed community at 12777 Pointe Drive, Saint Louis County, Missouri, operated by Friendship Village of South County under the administration of Ms. Nicole Summers.

The facility provides assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services in a continuum-of-care model, allowing residents to remain on campus as care needs evolve. The facility maintains 24-hour staffing, offers hospice services, and has a walk score of 0, reflecting extreme car-dependence with virtually no nearby walkable options.

The facility offers assisted living support for residents with activities-of-daily-living assistance, memory care programming for residents with dementia and cognitive decline, skilled nursing for post-acute care, and short-term rehabilitation services. Respite care is available.

Amenities include fitness areas, a private library, movie theater, secure community environment, spiritual activities, adventure opportunities, and religious services. The continuum-of-care model within a single campus facilitates level-of-care transitions without relocating residents.

The facility accepts Missouri Medicaid programs, including the Aged and Disabled Waiver, Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care, Structured Family Caregiving Waiver, MO HealthNet Aged Blind and Disabled, and Medicare Savings Program. Veterans and spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance benefits, making the facility accessible to residents with government assistance.

The facility’s regulatory record shows zero total inspections recorded, compared to a Missouri state average of seven for comparable communities. This unusually sparse inspection history requires explanation. Current licensing status and any available regulatory documentation should be reviewed before placement.

Families should verify staffing credentials, CMS ratings, licenses and inspection reports from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, and emergency response protocols.

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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 238 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.