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Compare Nursing Homes around Cape Girardeau (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.
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| Chaffee Nursing Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Chaffee | 71
Facility
71
MO AVG
97
Rank
#303 / 454 |
80.9%
Facility
80.9%
MO AVG
66.6%
Rank
#79 / 283 | +21% | 3.96
Facility
3.96
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#100 / 276 | -3% | +6% | $0
Facility
$0
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#1 / 283 | 9
Facility
9
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#11 / 281 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#23 / 281 | - | 62 | - |
25
Facility
25
MO AVG
45
Rank
#425 / 563 | Chaffee Nursing, LLC | $5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#172 / 286 | $3.0M
Facility
$3.0M
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#178 / 286 | 53.1%
Facility
53.1%
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#157 / 286 | 265492 | ||||
| Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Cape Girardeau | 102
Facility
102
MO AVG
97
Rank
#172 / 454 |
61.8%
Facility
61.8%
MO AVG
66.6%
Rank
#176 / 283 | -7% | 3.26
Facility
3.26
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#203 / 276 | +8% | -13% | $0
Facility
$0
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#1 / 283 | 16
Facility
16
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#55 / 281 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#149 / 281 | - | 73 | A+ |
66
Facility
66
MO AVG
45
Rank
#113 / 563 | Melissa Bollinger | $7.7M
Facility
$7.7M
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#108 / 286 | $3.0M
Facility
$3.0M
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#179 / 286 | 38.7%
Facility
38.7%
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#262 / 286 | 265503 | ||||
| Fountainbleau Lodge |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Cape Girardeau | 89
Facility
89
MO AVG
97
Rank
#248 / 454 |
33.7%
Facility
33.7%
MO AVG
66.6%
Rank
#277 / 283 | -49% | 4.52
Facility
4.52
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#47 / 276 | +7% | +21% | $8.8k
Facility
$8.8k
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#156 / 283 | 22
Facility
22
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#88 / 281 | 5.5
Facility
5.5
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#163 / 281 | 1 | 30 | A+ |
66
Facility
66
MO AVG
45
Rank
#113 / 563 | Bilkiss Chaudhry | $6.0M
Facility
$6.0M
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#150 / 286 | $2.8M
Facility
$2.8M
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#191 / 286 | 46.5%
Facility
46.5%
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#210 / 286 | 265383 | ||||
| Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Cape Girardeau | 120
Facility
120
MO AVG
97
Rank
#90 / 454 |
65.8%
Facility
65.8%
MO AVG
66.6%
Rank
#159 / 283 | -1% | 3.88
Facility
3.88
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#111 / 276 | -45% | +4% | $163.4k
Facility
$163.4k
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#262 / 283 | 44
Facility
44
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#199 / 281 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#75 / 281 | 7 | 93 | A+ |
66
Facility
66
MO AVG
45
Rank
#113 / 563 | Derick Cummins | $16.5M
Facility
$16.5M
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#24 / 286 | $7.4M
Facility
$7.4M
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#34 / 286 | 44.6%
Facility
44.6%
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#226 / 286 | 265185 |
Overview of Chaffee Nursing Center
Located in the harmonious neighborhood of MO-77, Chaffee, MO, is the unique senior living community of Chaffee Nursing Center Skilled Nursing by Americare provides skilled nursing, hospice, home health care, and rehabilitation. Enjoy unmatched comfort and convenience with carefully built and sophisticated studio accommodations. The community takes pride in a team of kind and highly skilled professionals delivering top-tier care and assistance for seniors to flourish and live to their potential.
Explore new interests and relive old hobbies through fun activities and stimulating programs for a joyful and well-engaged retirement. Interact with the community over delightful and healthy meals for an unforgettable dining experience. Chaffee Nursing Center strives to provide a safe place for seniors who want to maximize their freedom while receiving support for their special needs.
Overview of Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center
Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center offers compassionate care and a variety of stimulating activities. Services are provided under the direction of the resident’s attending physician, with a therapeutic team initiating a personalized care plan. The center aims to help residents achieve a secure and comfortable lifestyle.
Overview of Newbridge Retirement Community
Newbridge Retirement Community is a 94-bed assisted living facility at 1205 S Mount Auburn Road in Cape Girardeau, Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, operated by Armour Management LLC and administered by Ashley Heisserer-Wheeler. The facility serves residents aged 65 and older and offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care with named programs including Life at Newbridge, dedicated floorplans, and a Waterside program.
The community describes itself as resort-style senior living with luxury amenities. However, the walk score of 8 signals a significant location limitation: the facility is car-dependent, with most daily errands requiring transportation and limited nearby walkable options. Located approximately 1.9 miles from Cape Girardeau’s city center, the facility would suit residents who maintain personal transportation or rely on family or paid assistance for community access.
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure, maintains comprehensive inspection records; families should request Newbridge Retirement Community’s complete compliance history directly from the facility or the state licensing body.
Families should request information about staffing, inspection results, quality outcomes, amenities and pricing, and substantiated complaints or regulatory actions.
Overview of Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility operated by Cape Girardeau Operations, LLC, at 365 South Broadview Street in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. At 66 percent occupancy aligned with Missouri’s state average, the facility has some availability. Accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care averaging 46 days of stay length.
The facility is scored 1 star by CMS, 62 percent below Missouri’s average, driven by a health inspection sub-rating running 65.5 percent below the state mean. Quality measures are the one above-average sub-rating at 43.4 percent above state figure. Across 13 inspections since 2022, the facility recorded 44 total citations including 2 critical and 5 serious findings. A substantiated immediate jeopardy citation was issued in June 2025 after staff performed CPR on a resident with a documented DNR order; a $82,000 federal fine and a 19-day payment denial followed in May 2025, bringing total fines to $150,000 across four penalties in the past three years. Nurse hours run 3h 53m per resident daily, essentially aligned with Missouri’s average.
A community re-entry program, a certified dietitian, landscaped grounds and courtyards, and a beauty salon and barber shop are among the amenities. Alzheimer’s and dementia care is a confirmed program.
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau serves in Cape Girardeau County a mix of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care patients.
Fountainbleau Lodge is a warm and welcoming community dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to residents. It offers a skilled nursing unit and assisted living facility, with both private and semi-private rooms available. The staff is committed to promoting the physical, mental, and emotional health of residents through engaging activities and nutritious meals.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
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Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Cape Girardeau, MO
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Missouri?
Assisted living in Missouri is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Missouri Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Missouri Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 5 nursing homes in Cape Girardeau, MO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Cape Girardeau, MO?
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 Cape Girardeau, MO, 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 nursing homes in Cape Girardeau, MO?
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.
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