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Best Nursing Homes in Kirksville, MO

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Last updated
May 2026
We analyzed
4 homes in Kirksville, MO

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Missouri Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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

4 facilities compared · CMS & MO Dept. of Health data

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Kirksville Manor Care 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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Kirksville
132
Facility 132
MO AVG 97
Rank #72 / 454
36.4%
Facility 36.4%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #389 / 428
-45%
4.51
Facility 4.51
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #47 / 276
-57%+21%
$250.8k
Facility $250.8k
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #275 / 283
47
Facility 47
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #214 / 281
5.9
Facility 5.9
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #176 / 281
748
24
Facility 24
MO AVG 45
Rank #429 / 563
Kirksville Manor Inc
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #222 / 286
$4.0M
Facility $4.0M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #126 / 286
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #3 / 286
265247
The Pines
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).

Kirksville (Preston Vineyards)
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 97
Rank #90 / 454
54.6%
Facility 54.6%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #312 / 428
-18%
5.16
Facility 5.16
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #20 / 276
+3%+38%
$0
Facility $0
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #147 / 283
32
Facility 32
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #152 / 281
10.7
Facility 10.7
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #274 / 281
-72
44
Facility 44
MO AVG 45
Rank #307 / 563
-
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #89 / 286
$4.6M
Facility $4.6M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #92 / 286
52.2%
Facility 52.2%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #166 / 286
265198
La Plata Nursing Home
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).

La Plata
52
Facility 52
MO AVG 97
Rank #386 / 454
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #80 / 428
+27%
4.21
Facility 4.21
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #75 / 276
-45%+13%
$0
Facility $0
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #263 / 283
30
Facility 30
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #140 / 281
6.0
Facility 6.0
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #180 / 281
244
12
Facility 12
MO AVG 45
Rank #490 / 563
La Plata Nursing Home District
$3.8M
Facility $3.8M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #245 / 286
$2.1M
Facility $2.1M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #239 / 286
56.6%
Facility 56.6%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #120 / 286
265793
Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc
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.

Kirksville
57
Facility 57
MO AVG 97
Rank #378 / 454
61.4%
Facility 61.4%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #256 / 428
-8%
4.12
Facility 4.12
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #84 / 276
-8%+10%
$10.0k
Facility $10.0k
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #163 / 283
26
Facility 26
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #112 / 281
3.3
Facility 3.3
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #34 / 281
135
77
Facility 77
MO AVG 45
Rank #53 / 563
Elquin Auala
$6.6M
Facility $6.6M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #133 / 286
$3.4M
Facility $3.4M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #157 / 286
51.1%
Facility 51.1%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #171 / 286
265400
Overview of Kirksville Manor Care Center

Find the right care for your needs with Kirksville Manor Care Center, a dependable senior living community in East Laharpe, Kirksville, MO, providing skilled care and short-term rehabilitation. Residents will surely thrive with the community’s comprehensive care and expansive amenities designed for their comfort and wellness. The community also strives to ease residents’ financial constraints with Medicare and Medicaid.

With a nearby hospital and other trusted senior care providers, residents can easily access their medical needs. The community is committed to improving residents’ well-being by promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment. Here, residents are encouraged to live their lives to the fullest while receiving the utmost care and support they deserve.

Contact Kirksville Manor Care Center

Overview of La Plata Nursing Home

La Plata Nursing Home is a nursing home in La Plata, MO, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment to ensure older adults’ comfort and safety. 24-hour care, housekeeping, and nutritious meals are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. Through a holistic approach to care, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Light exercises, social events, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and have fun. Thoughtfully furnished rooms and cozy common areas also ensure residents have more spaces to rest and interact with their surroundings. Nestled in the tree-lined residential area of La Plata, residents are guaranteed a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Missouri, as it has dedicated services for older adults’ welfare.

Contact La Plata Nursing Home

The Pines

1900 Jamison St, Kirksville, MO 63501
Overview of The Pines

The Pines Post-Acute Rehabilitation and Retirement Center is a nursing home in Kirksville, MO, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community has a warm and welcoming environment that aims to keep older adults comfortable and safe. High-quality services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and recreational opportunities, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Focusing on residents’ holistic wellness, personalized care plans are also provided based on their unique needs and preferences.

Mascots, celebrations, and light exercises encourage residents to live actively and make friends. Thoughtfully furnished common areas and cozy living spaces also ensure residents can rest and interact with their surroundings comfortably. Residents also experience a laid-back lifestyle, as it is ideally set in the quiet residential area of Kirksville. As one of the best options for senior living in Missouri, this nursing home ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Preferred Family Healthcare, INC

Based at 900 East Laharpe in Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri, Preferred Family Healthcare Inc houses 57 residents and serves as one site within a multi-state healthcare organization operating nearly 100 locations. With more than 40 years in operation, the organization focuses on integrated care combining mental health, behavioral health, and addiction recovery services with residential support. Mr Walter (Vince) Winn directs operations at this location.

The service array distinguishes this facility from traditional senior living environments. Residents access addiction recovery programs, employment services, integrated health coordination, supported living arrangements, mental and behavioral health treatment, crisis response services, Dayspring Community Services, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and Health Home Services. The residential care classification reflects this behavioral and mental health specialization rather than a medical or skilled nursing orientation.

Kirksville’s city center location yields a walk score of 77, making the facility very walkable. Most daily errands are feasible on foot, and essential services sit within short walking distance. Healthcare facilities, pharmacies, shops, restaurants, and banks cluster nearby without requiring vehicle transportation for routine needs.

The facility’s regulatory classification under the residential care framework differs substantially from traditional skilled nursing homes; this reflects service intensity rather than quality but does mean different state oversight mechanisms apply.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure, conducts inspections and unannounced surveys. Direct inquiry with the facility or the state agency will yield compliance records.

Prospective residents should ask about specific programs, monthly costs and payment terms, and eligibility for state financial assistance based on income, age, and disability status.

Contact Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc

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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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 Kirksville, 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 4 nursing homes in Kirksville, MO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Kirksville, 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 Kirksville, 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 Kirksville, 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.