Page 6 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
John Knox Village
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Lee's Summit
408
Facility 408
MO AVG 102
Rank #1 / 210
Yes
58
Facility 58
MO AVG 44
Rank #67 / 245
Apartment / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 BedJohn Knox Village-
Delmar Gardens West
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Town And Country
321
Facility 321
MO AVG 102
Rank #2 / 210
No
3
Facility 3
MO AVG 44
Rank #239 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (321)Delmar Gardens West Operating, LLC
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 9
Rank #43 / 89
New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center
MC
NH
SNF
Kansas City
199
Facility 199
MO AVG 102
Rank #13 / 210
No
94
Facility 94
MO AVG 44
Rank #3 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (199)New Mark Operator LLC-
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff Skilled Facility
MC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Kansas City
220
Facility 220
MO AVG 102
Rank #9 / 210
No
94
Facility 94
MO AVG 44
Rank #3 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (56), ALF** (164)Mccrite Plaza At Briarcliff, LLC
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 9
Rank #36 / 89
Mother of Good Counsel Home
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Saint Louis
114
Facility 114
MO AVG 102
Rank #70 / 210
No
20
Facility 20
MO AVG 44
Rank #193 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (114)Mother Of Good Counsel Home
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 9
Rank #43 / 89
McKnight Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Saint Louis
175
Facility 175
MO AVG 102
Rank #20 / 210
Yes
34
Facility 34
MO AVG 44
Rank #151 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (55), ALF** (120)Mpal Real Estate, LLC
2
Facility 2
MO AVG 9
Rank #36 / 89
Sunrise of Webster Groves
MC
AL
HOS
Webster Groves
90
Facility 90
MO AVG 102
Rank #109 / 210
Yes
77
Facility 77
MO AVG 44
Rank #21 / 245
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LLC-
Wexford Place Assisted Living and Memory Support by Senior Star
MC
AL
IL
Kansas City
98
Facility 98
MO AVG 102
Rank #91 / 210
Yes
94
Facility 94
MO AVG 44
Rank #3 / 245
ALF** (98)Gemini Kc Land, LLC-
Cedarhurst of Wentzville
MC
AL
IL
Wentzville
80
Facility 80
MO AVG 102
Rank #129 / 210
Yes
62
Facility 62
MO AVG 44
Rank #59 / 245
ALF** (80)Cedarhurst Of Wentzville Operator, LLC
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 9
Rank #43 / 89
Beehive Homes of Grain Valley
MC
AL
RC
Grain Valley
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 102
Rank #205 / 210
No
57
Facility 57
MO AVG 44
Rank #70 / 245
ALF** (32)Blue Maple LLC
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 9
Rank #43 / 89

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Delmar Gardens West

13550 South Outer 40 Rd, Town And Country, MO 63017-5812
Overview of Delmar Gardens West

Delmar Gardens West in Town and Country, Missouri, maintains a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, skilled nursing, hospice care, and palliative support. Assisted living assists with daily activities like bathing and medication management, whereas independent living offers private residential living without daily assistance. Secured memory care accommodations serve residents living with memory impairments, while short-term rehabilitation features daily physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Respite stays give family caregivers brief temporary coverage.

This 321-bed facility features both private and semi-private room layouts. Community amenities include an on-site beauty salon and regular religious services. Operationally, administrator Richard Taylor and operator Delmar Gardens West Operating direct campus activities. Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 14 minutes per resident daily.

Interested individuals can get in touch with Delmar Gardens West to inquire about current room choices, set up a campus tour, or review admissions procedures. Payment options incorporate Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Contact Delmar Gardens West

Overview of New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center

With a 199-bed capacity, New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Kansas City, Missouri. The community provides continuous clinical support with nursing services. A Dedicated Alzheimer’s unit is also available for those living with memory-related conditions.

Occupancy is at 80.9%, with 161 beds currently in use. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 11 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services, including short-term rehabilitation, also give a resident a time-limited setting focused on recovery.

A salon and spa lets residents receive those services on-site, while dining includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner options along with an open snack bar. Payment options are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 94 means the area is a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car, and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center

Overview of McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff Skilled Facility

McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, home care, hospice care, nursing home care and skilled nursing in Kansas City, MO. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, home care supports assistance in a person’s residence, and hospice care focuses on comfort and support at the end of life.

The range of living and care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain within the same community as care needs change. McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff opened in 1975 and has 220 beds, a size that means residents share the community with more people, staff and usually more programming. Starting prices are $3,639 for independent living, $6,073 for assisted living, $7,354 for assisted living plus and $7,244 for memory care, with the amount depending on the selected arrangement or care level.

Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while private pay means paying directly. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident. Melanie Butler serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 94 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can get out independently. Residents can use the health and wellness center, salon and spa services, landscaped grounds with walking paths, transportation, and rehabilitation services. Dining includes meals made with fresh ingredients, healthy options, a complimentary continental breakfast and upscale dining choices.

Contact McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff Skilled Facility

Overview of McKnight Place Assisted Living and Memory Care

McKnight Place Assisted Living and Memory Care offers assisted living, memory care, nursing home, respite care, and skilled nursing in Saint Louis, Missouri. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue without moving to another community.

The community has 175 beds, making it a larger setting with more residents, staff, and programming. The starting price is $10,650, but that amount is not tied to a specific care level, so it should be treated only as a general monthly starting point. Medicare is accepted for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, not for long term residence.

Gardens give residents outdoor space, while gourmet dining provides prepared meals within the community. Beauty and barber salons offer personal grooming services, and exercise and fitness programs provide opportunities for regular activity. Rehabilitation services support short term rehabilitation and respite care, while transportation services can assist with trips beyond the community.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. Elizabeth Stotser serves as the administrator, and Mpal Real Estate operates the community. A doctor is on staff, making physician care part of the community’s services.

The area has a Walk Score of 34 and is car dependent. Most errands require a car or a ride, including for a resident who no longer drives. This may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living, memory care, nursing home, skilled nursing, or a short respite stay, particularly if remaining in the same community as care needs change matters to the family.

Contact McKnight Place Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overview of Wexford Place Assisted Living and Memory Support by Senior Star

Wexford Place Assisted Living and Memory Support by Senior Star is a community in Kansas City, MO, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay for a resident whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time because the resident can move between levels without leaving the community. Wexford Place has 98 beds, and pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in.

Dining includes chef-prepared meals in a restaurant-style setting, giving residents an on-site setting for meals. A salon and barber shop provide hair care within the community, while outdoor spaces and activities and engagement programs offer places and scheduled opportunities for time outside the apartment.

Ugulo Rawlins serves as administrator, and Gemini Kc Land operates the community. A Walk Score of 94 means the area is a walker’s paradise, with daily errands that do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Wexford Place Assisted Living and Memory Support by Senior Star

Overview of Beehive Homes of Grain Valley

Beehive Homes of Grain Valley is a 32-bed assisted living and memory care community in Grain Valley, Jackson County, Missouri, operated by Blue Maple LLC with Cal Hutson as administrator. The facility provides memory care and assisted living services emphasizing personalized care in a home-like setting.

The community maintains 24-hour staffing alongside rehabilitation services, respite care, and short-term rehabilitation options. Emergency call systems and safety features are standard. Amenities include home-cooked, dietitian-approved meals, daily housekeeping and laundry services, telephone access, public WiFi, bed linens and towels, and life enrichment activities in smoke-free units.

Monthly pricing ranges from $5,900 to $7,800 depending on the level of care and floor plan selected.

The facility is located in a moderately walkable area (walk score 57) where some errands can be accomplished on foot.

Families should ask about quality measures, occupancy, memory care training certifications, and the facility’s programs for residents transitioning between assisted living and memory care levels.

Contact Beehive Homes of Grain Valley

Cedarhurst of Wentzville

1290 Wentzville Parkway, Wentzville, MO 63385-3921
Overview of Cedarhurst of Wentzville

Cedarhurst of Wentzville offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Wentzville, MO. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time because moving to another level can happen within the same community.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia or at risk of wandering. Starting monthly prices are $3,250 for independent living, $5,250 for assisted living, and $8,250 for memory care; the memory care rate reflects the secured setting and supervision associated with that level.

The community has 80 beds. Full-service, all-day dining includes seasonal menus and options for special diets, and on-site therapy provides rehabilitation without arranging transportation to an outside therapy location. Residents can use the landscaped courtyards, walking paths, outdoor pickleball court, and salon, while scheduled transportation offers a community transportation option.

Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet in the community. A Walk Score of 62 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Respite care provides a short stay for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, and short-term rehab provides a time-limited setting for rehabilitation services. Cindy Emch serves as the administrator, and Cedarhurst of Wentzville Operator operates the community.

Contact Cedarhurst of Wentzville

Overview of John Knox Village

Burrowed in Jackson County, Lee’s Summit, MO, John Knox Village is a wonderful senior living community that offers a wide array of senior living options to cater to residents’ varying needs. The community provides assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory care, and hospice care. Believing that each person deserves dignity, comfort and respect, the community provides its residents with a team of dedicated caregivers focused on providing compassionate care that helps them live their lives to the fullest.

The community is a spacious 120-apartment neighborhood with a wide variety of options and amenities to keep residents enjoy the life they want in the comfort of their snug and sophisticated accommodations. Residents also benefit from 24-hour nursing care, which ensures their care needs are met accordingly. Home maintenance services are also offered so residents can focus instead on lifelong learning opportunities, vibrant entertainment and wellness programs.

Contact John Knox Village

Mother of Good Counsel Home

6825 Natural Bridge Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63121-5314
Overview of Mother of Good Counsel Home

Mother of Good Counsel Home is a nursing home administered by Nicole Belongea in Saint Louis, MO, offering hospice care, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents have access to nursing services with licensed nurses on-site. Moreover, rehabilitation services provide residents with recovery-focused care to help them improve their functionality. The community can also accommodate older adults living with Alzheimer’ and dementia in a secure and supervised environment.

Hospice care focuses on comfort for residents near the end of life. Furthermore, 24-hour staffing is available to ensure residents receive care whenever needed. Engaging activities, sacraments, spiritual opportunities, and religious services also offer structured ways to take part in activities and Catholic spiritual practices.

The community has 114 beds in a variety of private rooms. In addition, occupancy is at 60.5%, with 69 beds currently in use. With multiples level of care, residents can stay even when their needs grow.

Contact Mother of Good Counsel Home

Overview of Mari De Villa Retirement Center

Located in Town and Country, MO, Mari De Villa Retirement Center is a nursing home administered by Frederick Wisehan that offers independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. With a supervised setting, the community can accommodate those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. 24-hour staffing is also available, ensuring residents can access care whenever needed.

Rehabilitation services, including short-term rehab, provide recovery support for those seeking care after an illness, surgery, or hospital stay. Moreover, those seeking temporary stays when their usual caregiver needs time away are provided with respite services. With multiple levels of care, residents can stay even when their needs grow.

Residents can use the pool through the community’s exercise and pool programming and receive salon services on-site. Furthermore, the 22-acre campus is equipped with walking paths and green spaces, while live music is offered as a scheduled activity. Transportation is also available to local doctors’ offices, dentists, and hospitals.

Contact Mari De Villa Retirement Center, Inc

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