Page 9 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
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.
Lincoln Community Care Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Lincoln
80
Facility 80
MO AVG 102
Rank #129 / 210
No
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 44
Rank #166 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (66), Assisted Living Facility (14)Lincoln Community Nursing Home District1
The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Springfield
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 102
Rank #44 / 210
Yes
33
Facility 33
MO AVG 44
Rank #153 / 245
StudioR H Montgomery Properties, Inc-
Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Blue Springs
130
Facility 130
MO AVG 102
Rank #39 / 210
Yes
64
Facility 64
MO AVG 44
Rank #54 / 245
Private RoomsIgnite Medical Resort St Marys, LLC-
Garden View Care Center
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
O'fallon
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 102
Rank #44 / 210
No
65
Facility 65
MO AVG 44
Rank #49 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (120)Garden View Care Center, Inc-
The Parkway Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Blue Springs
72
Facility 72
MO AVG 102
Rank #144 / 210
Yes
52
Facility 52
MO AVG 44
Rank #96 / 245
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed550 Ne Napoleon Opco LLC-
Chapters Living of Joplin
MC
AL
IL
Joplin
93
Facility 93
MO AVG 102
Rank #106 / 210
Yes
77
Facility 77
MO AVG 44
Rank #21 / 245
ALF** (93)Chapters Joplin Opco LLC-
Riverside Nursing &Amp; Rehabilitation Center, LLC
MC
NH
SNF
Riverside
180
Facility 180
MO AVG 102
Rank #19 / 210
No
52
Facility 52
MO AVG 44
Rank #96 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (180)Riverside Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, LLC-
Community Manor
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Farmington
99
Facility 99
MO AVG 102
Rank #88 / 210
No
77
Facility 77
MO AVG 44
Rank #21 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (99)Missouri Nursing & Rehab LLC
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 9
Rank #43 / 89
St Peters Rehab and Healthcare Center
MC
NH
SNF
Saint Peters
96
Facility 96
MO AVG 102
Rank #99 / 210
No
45
Facility 45
MO AVG 44
Rank #123 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (96)St Peters Operator LLC-
The Ozarks Methodist Manor
MC
AL
IL
NH
RESC
SNF
College Marionville
154
Facility 154
MO AVG 102
Rank #25 / 210
No
28
Facility 28
MO AVG 44
Rank #166 / 245
Skilled Nursing Facility (78), Residential Care Facility (76)Ozarks Methodist Manor (The)-

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Overview of Lincoln Community Care Center

Lincoln Community Care Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care in Lincoln, MO. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. That structure may make the community a good fit for a resident living with dementia who needs it. The community opened in 1972 and has 80 beds.

Lincoln Community Nursing Home District operates Lincoln Community Care Center, and Jennifer Howard serves as the administrator. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid can help families whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Private pay means paying directly for care.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 36m per resident/day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services and sub acute care are available for residents who need recovery focused support.

Restaurant style meals with extended dining hours allow residents to eat within a broader service window. Outdoor courtyards provide space to spend time outside, and an onsite beautician provides grooming services without requiring a trip away from the community.

Contact Lincoln Community Care Center

Overview of The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek

The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek offer a range of living options such as rehabilitation, skilled nursing, hospice care, and home health care– all provided with comprehensive services and professional staff. The staff ensures that their residents can live freely despite their needed assistance; they want their residents to make the most out of their experience at the senior home. Expect The Neighborhoods to be a professional yet pleasant nursing home that is proud to welcome and treat everyone like family. 

A range of services and programs are offered at The Neighborhoods, such as community dining, health, and wellness activities, and an on-site pharmacy created by Americare Senior Living.

Contact The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek

Overview of Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s

Administered by Mindy Eddleman, Ignite Medical Resort St Mary’s in Blue Springs, MO, offers nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, and palliative care. Residents can access services at all times, with 24-hour staffing. The community also welcomes temporary stays to give family caregivers time to rest.

The home has 130 beds and private rooms, so each resident has a single private space. Residents also receive a total of 2 hours and 57 minutes of nursing care daily. Moreover, rehabilitation services include orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke recovery, cardiac care, pulmonary rehab, infection management, and renal disease programs, giving residents support focused on recovery.

Residents have access to the Starbucks café, on-site restaurant, full-service spa, and chapel, and pets are allowed so a resident may continue living with a pet. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 64 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently.

Contact Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s

Overview of Garden View Care Center

Located in O’Fallon, MO, Garden View Care Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care. Residents receive ongoing support from licensed nurses on-site. A dedicated Alzheimer’s unit is also available to welcome older adults living with memory-related conditions. The community also accommodates those with life-limiting illnesses through hospice care, while older adults seeking short-term stays are provided with respite services.

The community has 120 beds, with occupancy at 60.8%. Residents also receive a total of 5 hours and 38 minutes of nursing care daily. Moreover, rehabilitation services are available, giving residents access to recovery support on-site.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families more than one way to cover care depending on eligibility and financial resources. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 65 means some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Linda Hagler-Reid serves as the administrator.

Contact Garden View Care Center

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.

Starting Price $3,195/Month

Contact The Parkway Senior Living

Overview of Chapters Living of Joplin

Offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care, Chapters Living of Joplin in Joplin, MO, has a 93-bed capacity. With multiple levels of care, the community can accommodate active older adults, those seeking daily support, and people living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. A dedicated Alzheimer’s unit is also available, along with supervision for those at risk of wandering.

Occupancy is at 70%, with 65 beds currently in use. Moreover, pets are allowed, so residents may keep an animal companion with them. Reliable transportation services are also available for community transportation needs. Chapel services and Bible studies provide religious programming.

A Walk Score of 77 places the area in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently. Chapters Joplin Opco operates the community, with Rebecca Massey serving as the administrator.

Contact Chapters Living of Joplin

Overview of Riverside Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Riverside Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in Riverside, MO. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, which may suit someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs that level of support. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock.

The community has 180 beds, placing it among larger communities with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident. Physical, occupational, and speech therapies, along with short term rehabilitation, allow residents to receive rehabilitation services at the community rather than arranging transportation elsewhere.

Meals include special and modified diets as needed, and a private outdoor patio provides an on site outdoor area. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. A Walk Score of 52 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle select errands independently; Mercy Mutuku serves as the administrator.

Contact Riverside Nursing &Amp; Rehabilitation Center, LLC

Community Manor

783 Weber Road, Farmington, MO 63640-3318
Overview of Community Manor

Located in Farmington, Missouri, Community Manor provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and respite care. Residents also have access to care as needed with 24-hour staffing. The community also accommodates those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia and older adults with life-limiting conditions or serious illness, providing specialized and comfort-focused care.

Short-term stays are also welcome, particularly for older adults whose usual caregiver needs time away, with respite services. Moreover, rehabilitation helps improve residents’ functionality with recovery-focused care. The community’s wide range of services allows residents to stay even when their needs grow.

With 99 beds, the community offers private and semi-private rooms. Occupancy is at 98%, with residents receiving a total of 2 hours and 49 minutes of nursing care daily. Additionally, an on-site therapy gym supports rehabilitation without requiring residents to leave for those sessions, while the beauty salon provides grooming services. Religious services are also available.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving eligible residents the option to use Medicare for covered skilled care, Medicaid for qualifying long term care needs, or direct payment. The area has a Walk Score of 77 out of 100 and is very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Tabitha Mikel serves as the administrator.

Contact Community Manor

Overview of St Peters Rehab and Healthcare Center

St Peters Rehab and Healthcare Center provides nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Saint Peters, MO. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. The combination may suit a resident whose care needs include ongoing nursing support or supervision related to memory loss.

The home has 96 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours 9 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the daily nursing time counted for each resident. Rehabilitation services are available for residents receiving postacute care, including those working through recovery after a hospital stay.

Dietary services use seasonal foods, resident preferences, and nutritional needs when planning menus, so meals are shaped around those considerations. Medicaid acceptance can help when savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. Beverly Rector serves as the administrator, and St Peters Operator operates the community. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for most errands.

Contact St Peters Rehab and Healthcare Center

Overview of The Ozarks Methodist Manor

Located in Marionville, MO, The Ozarks Methodist Manor offers independent living, assisted living, residential care, memory care, and nursing home and skilled nursing services. With a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit, the community can accommodate older adults with memory-related conditions. Residents also receive care whenever needed, with 24-hour staffing available.

The community has 154 beds, with a 39% occupancy. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services also give residents access to therapy. Outings are also available as organized activities beyond their residence.

Administered by Wayne Rainey, the community also accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

Contact The Ozarks Methodist Manor

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