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Page 4 of Best Memory Care in Missouri

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 244 memory care communities 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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Jul 2026
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244 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Missouri. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Missouri

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Heisinger Bluffs
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Jefferson City
111
Facility 111
MO AVG 96
Rank #154 / 450
No
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 45
Rank #376 / 563
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedHeisinger Bluffs Opco LLC--
Laclede Groves
MC
AL
IL
NH
St. Louis
251
Facility 251
MO AVG 96
Rank #3 / 450
No
35
Facility 35
MO AVG 45
Rank #356 / 563
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Wilson’s Creek Nursing &Amp; Rehab
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Vernon Springfield (Downtown Springfield)
172
Facility 172
MO AVG 96
Rank #32 / 450
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 / 220
A+
Brookdale West County
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Ballwin
98
Facility 98
MO AVG 96
Rank #187 / 450
Yes
56
Facility 56
MO AVG 45
Rank #181 / 563
Unit TypeVb Ballwin Sh, LLC
48
Facility 48
MO AVG 11
Rank #4 / 220
A+
Aberdeen Heights
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Kirkwood
91
Facility 91
MO AVG 96
Rank #219 / 450
Yes
89
Facility 89
MO AVG 45
Rank #29 / 563
Skilled Nursing Facility (38), ICF (17), ALF** (36)Ashfield Active Living & Wellness Communities, Inc--
Medicalodges Neosho
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Neosho (Downtown Neosho)
114
Facility 114
MO AVG 96
Rank #149 / 450
No
55
Facility 55
MO AVG 45
Rank #189 / 563
Skilled Nursing Facility (114)Medicalodges, Inc--
Shady Oaks Healthcare Center
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Thayer
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 96
Rank #87 / 450
No
49
Facility 49
MO AVG 45
Rank #254 / 563
Skilled Nursing Facility (120)Thayer No 1, Inc--
John Knox Village
MC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Lee's Summit
408
Facility 408
MO AVG 96
Rank #1 / 450
Yes
58
Facility 58
MO AVG 45
Rank #170 / 563
Apartment / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 BedJohn Knox Village-A+
Farmington Presbyterian Manor
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Farmington
90
Facility 90
MO AVG 96
Rank #225 / 450
Yes
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 45
Rank #113 / 563
-Presbyterian Manors, Inc
11
Facility 11
MO AVG 11
Rank #75 / 220
A+
The Maples Health & Rehabilitation
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Springfield (West Sunset Street)
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 96
Rank #87 / 450
No
55
Facility 55
MO AVG 45
Rank #189 / 563
-Greeneco Nc Ops Inc--
Clarendale of St. Peters
MC
AL
IL
St Peters (Bellemeade Estates)
110
Facility 110
MO AVG 96
Rank #155 / 450
Yes
61
Facility 61
MO AVG 45
Rank #154 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSt Peters Mo Senior Living Leaseco LLC--
StoneBridge Senior Living Oak Tree
MC
AL
NH
Jefferson City
42
Facility 42
MO AVG 96
Rank #409 / 450
Yes
27
Facility 27
MO AVG 45
Rank #414 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedEldercare Of Mid-Missouri Viii, Inc--
The Madison Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Kansas City (Martin City)
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 96
Rank #317 / 450
Yes
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 45
Rank #376 / 563
Studio / 1 BedSwkc Senior Community LLC
6
Facility 6
MO AVG 11
Rank #89 / 220
A+
New Perspective Senior Living | Weldon Spring
MC
AL
IL
Weldon Spring
170
Facility 170
MO AVG 96
Rank #34 / 450
Yes
13
Facility 13
MO AVG 45
Rank #486 / 563
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWeldon Springs Ops LLC
19
Facility 19
MO AVG 11
Rank #52 / 220
A+
McKnight Place
MC
AL
NH
SNF
St. Louis (University City)
-No
52
Facility 52
MO AVG 45
Rank #232 / 563
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32
Facility 32
MO AVG 11
Rank #20 / 220
A+
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Overview of The Parkway Senior Living

An elegant and luxurious home that steeps excellence, The Parkway Senior Living has raised the standard of senior living. Their dedicated team of professional staff strives to provide care that is nothing short of extraordinary. The resident-centered community aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care seniors– leading to a purposeful life experienced during their golden years.

The Parkway offers comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free. They boast their specialized memory care program that focuses on the cognitive ability of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Services and amenities are provided with full attention at any time of day, such as ADLs, medication management, chef-prepared meals, scheduled activities, and 24/7 care.

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Overview of Gardens Senior Living Community

The numbers alone tell part of the story: 148 beds, three layout options, multiple decades of operation, and a care menu that spans assisted living, memory care, short-term rehab, and respite, all in a single-story building on Springfield’s west side. Gardens Senior Living Community, operated by BSLC II and run day-to-day by administrator Heather Brown, is built for range. That breadth is the defining feature.

The on-site service list is substantial. Pharmacy, therapy, podiatry, and medication management are all available without leaving the building, and licensed nurses and CNAs are on-site around the clock. For families weighing how long a placement will hold as needs shift, that infrastructure matters. The Garden Homes program is a named offering within the community, and religious services are available on-site, which will be relevant for residents and families for whom faith life is part of daily routine.

Restaurant-style dining, a fitness center, chapel, library, computer center, Jacuzzi spa, and salon fill out the amenity picture. The neighborhood at 1302 W Sunset St in the Mark Twain area has a Walk Score of 47, meaning most trips out will need a car or transportation coordination. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units are available, so housing options scale with circumstance.

Gardens is a practical match for older adults who need substantive on-site medical support across a range of care levels, and for families who want a faith-oriented community large enough to accommodate changing needs without requiring a move.

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Barathaven Memory Care

1030 Barathaven Blvd, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368
Overview of Barathaven Memory Care

A one-of-a-kind community set in the serene Barathaven Boulevard, Dardenne Prairie, MO, Barathaven Memory Care specializes in memory care. Here, individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementia receive top-notch care and assistance to enhance their cognition from a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also collaborates with healthcare professionals to ensure residents’ healthcare needs are attended to.

Enjoy fun activities and enriching programs customized to residents’ strengths and interests to ensure an active and well-engaged retirement. Find comfort in food with delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, physical therapy, incontinence care, and respite care, are also provided for residents’ healthcare needs. Cherish every moment of your golden years with a trusted community that cares for your special needs.

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Country Meadows

1301 N St Joe Dr, Park Hills, MO 63601-1965
Overview of Country Meadows

Country Meadows delivers an 87-bed skilled care layout on Gidley Avenue in Park Hills, Missouri, overseen by owner Kimberly Thomas and Country Meadows Nursing & Rehab, LLC. Resident billing accounts are routed through traditional avenues like Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. If you want to check out the local surroundings, the neighborhood holds a walkability score of 50 out of 100, indicating a suburban grid where visiting family can manage occasional tasks on foot, though a car remains useful for most travel.

Data sheets highlight that the building operates at a 78 percent occupancy rate and has an average length of stay of 64 days, confirming a routine focused on short-term post-hospital therapy rather than permanent placements. Daily clinical needs and movement routines are monitored through a continuous 24-hour shift schedule that averages 3 hours and 50 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. This shared workload is split among registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides who handle direct physical support and medication tracking.

Recent inspection surveys identified specific procedural corrections related to fire safety barrier maintenance, dietary storage conditions, and medication administration timing, indicating that the facility’s cumulative citations-per-inspection rate is not zero and that these parameters remain part of routine state reviews.

Individuals can participate in personalized physical recovery tracks, assisted living adjustments, and general personal care services. The campus features an on-site fitness room, grooming salon, open computer terminal with free Wi-Fi, and a calendar of organized social events. The kitchen staff coordinates these daily programs with chef-prepared dining options based on community feedback, alongside regular laundry care, housekeeping, and open family visiting hours.

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Overview of Anthology of Wildwood

Anthology of Wildwood, located in Wildwood, MO, is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Their assisted living programs provide residents with the perfect balance of quality care and comfort of a community that feels like home. As part of their assisted living services, residents can expect to receive 24/7 staff availability for assistance with daily living activities, medication management, wellness visit by a licensed nurse, as well as assistance with coordinating with third party health care providers to ensure that the residents’ medical needs are attended to.

Additionally, this senior living community’s amenities offer a fulfilling lifestyle where boredom does not exist. Residents may enjoy gourmet meals and snacks prepared by in-house chefs and supervised by a registered dietician, fitness and wellness programs, as well as the convenience of transportation for outside appointments such as shopping and outings.

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Overview of Benton House of Tiffany Springs

Spend your best years with the distinguished senior living community of Benton House of Tiffany Springs set in the harmonious neighborhood of Northwest 88th Street, Kansas City, MO, providing assisted living, memory care, and adult day programs. With its special memory care neighborhood, individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementia can rest assured of keeping their dignity while doing the things they love. The community goes above and beyond to take care of residents’ needs and aspirations with a team of responsible and highly qualified professionals available around the clock.

With carefully curated activities and enriching programs, the community encourages seniors to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Have a joyous time with friends over delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Benton House of Tiffany Springs provides purposely built spaces and excellent senior care services.

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Overview of Bridgeway Residential Care Facility

Situated in Fulton, Missouri, Bridgeway Residential Care Facility stands as an inviting home that specializes in assisted living and memory care services. Their holistic approach extends to encompass diabetes care, attentive non ambulatory support, and a dedicated staffing team committed to auxiliary services. Indoors, residents find inviting common areas fostering social connection, while engaging on-site activities create a vibrant atmosphere. The hallmark of this community is its family-style living, accompanied by round-the-clock supervision and person-centered care services, ensuring a nurturing environment that uplifts residents’ self-esteem.

Nestled within close proximity to recreational facilities, cultural events, and essential medical services, Bridgeway Residential Care Facility offers a comprehensive setting that prioritizes both well-being and engagement. With a focus on assisted living and memory care, coupled with their range of specialized services, Bridgeway provides a warm and supportive home where residents can feel at ease.

 

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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 The Westbury Senior Living

Westbury prides itself on the seamless transition because the warm and welcoming environment allows residents to settle in immediately. Seniors can trust a seamless transition because the warm and welcoming atmosphere will enable residents to settle in immediately. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care– management ensures hassle-free and seamless transfer to your new place.  The Westbury ensures that comfort and relaxation are being prioritized.

Seniors get unlimited access to amenities and services such as engaging wellness programs, outings and events, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services. Memory care units and assisted living residents get more specialized services such as medication management and ADLs.

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Clarendale Clayton

7651 Clayton Rd, Clayton, MO 63117
Overview of Clarendale Clayton

Clarendale Clayton, nestled in the heart of Missouri, is a breath of fresh air in the realm of senior living. Embrace the freedom and independence of their independent living services, where you can savor the joys of a maintenance-free lifestyle. For those seeking extra support, their residential assisted living services provide a nurturing and secure environment where residents can thrive with the assistance they need. For individuals requiring specialized care, Clarendale Clayton also offers memory care living, ensuring that residents with cognitive challenges receive personalized support and a comforting environment designed to enhance their well-being.

The dedicated concierge team is ready to cater to your every need, ensuring that every moment is met with utmost care and attention. Step onto the rooftop terrace, and you’ll discover a haven where tranquility and breathtaking views collide. Immerse yourself in the well-appointed fitness studio, where health and wellness take center stage. Indulge in the pleasures of the bistro, salon, and spa, where relaxation and rejuvenation await. Every living space within Clarendale Clayton is meticulously designed to exude opulence and style, from the penthouse suites boasting magnificent views to the private balconies that offer residents their oasis.

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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 244 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.