Best Nursing Homes in Missouri

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261 homes in Missouri

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

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Missouri: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

Other senior care options in Missouri:

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

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


Heisinger Bluffs	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. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Jefferson City	111 Facility 111 MO AVG 97 Rank #156 / 454	49.5% Facility 49.5% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #370 / 428	-26%	3.36 Facility 3.36 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #184 / 276	+42%	-10%	$8.1k Facility $8.1k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #206 / 283	17 Facility 17 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #61 / 281	5.7 Facility 5.7 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #169 / 281	-	56	-	32 Facility 32 MO AVG 45 Rank #376 / 563	Hb Operations Holdco LLC	$5.4M Facility $5.4M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #183 / 286	$3.7M Facility $3.7M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #138 / 286	68.1% Facility 68.1% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #43 / 286	265794
StoneBridge Senior Living Oak Tree	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. 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.	Jefferson City	42 Facility 42 MO AVG 97 Rank #413 / 454	71.4% Facility 71.4% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #173 / 428	+7%	-	-60%	-	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	21 Facility 21 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #80 / 281	3.5 Facility 3.5 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #57 / 281	1	32	-	27 Facility 27 MO AVG 45 Rank #414 / 563	Ricky Doerhoff	$5.0M Facility $5.0M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #203 / 286	$2.3M Facility $2.3M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #231 / 286	46.9% Facility 46.9% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #208 / 286	265819
Cottages of Lake St. Louis	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).	Lake St Louis (Lake Saint Louis)	60 Facility 60 MO AVG 97 Rank #343 / 454	81.7% Facility 81.7% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #95 / 428	+23%	6.04 Facility 6.04 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #6 / 276	-32%	+62%	$17.7k Facility $17.7k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #195 / 283	11 Facility 11 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #25 / 281	2.8 Facility 2.8 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #22 / 281	2	55	-	13 Facility 13 MO AVG 45 Rank #486 / 563	Cottages Master LLC	$9.9M Facility $9.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #74 / 286	$5.5M Facility $5.5M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #67 / 286	55.4% Facility 55.4% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #133 / 286	265860
Republic Nursing and Rehab	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).	Republic	127 Facility 127 MO AVG 97 Rank #82 / 454	74.0% Facility 74.0% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #158 / 428	+11%	3.82 Facility 3.82 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #124 / 276	+34%	+2%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	23 Facility 23 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #95 / 281	4.6 Facility 4.6 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #106 / 281	-	112	-	48 Facility 48 MO AVG 45 Rank #262 / 563	Darius Love	$8.3M Facility $8.3M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #98 / 286	$5.2M Facility $5.2M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #73 / 286	62.8% Facility 62.8% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #75 / 286	265326
Armour Oaks Senior Living Community	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.	Kansas City (Waldo Homes)	38 Facility 38 MO AVG 97 Rank #424 / 454	100.0% Facility 100.0% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #1 / 428	+50%	3.03 Facility 3.03 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #230 / 276	-27%	-19%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	39 Facility 39 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #183 / 281	6.5 Facility 6.5 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #200 / 281	-	100	A+	73 Facility 73 MO AVG 45 Rank #70 / 563	Womens Christian Association Of Kansas City Missouri	$2.9M Facility $2.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #264 / 286	$2.4M Facility $2.4M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #221 / 286	81.6% Facility 81.6% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #13 / 286	265802
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 #105 / 428	+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
John Knox Village	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. 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. 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. 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. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Lee's Summit	408 Facility 408 MO AVG 97 Rank #1 / 454	28.7% Facility 28.7% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #409 / 428	-57%	4.28 Facility 4.28 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #66 / 276	+3%	+14%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	20 Facility 20 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #74 / 281	4.0 Facility 4.0 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #75 / 281	-	116	A+	58 Facility 58 MO AVG 45 Rank #170 / 563	John Knox Village	$93.5M Facility $93.5M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #1 / 286	$47.0M Facility $47.0M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #1 / 286	50.2% Facility 50.2% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #176 / 286	265095
Ignite Medical Resort Blue Springs	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). PC Palliative Care	Blue Springs	90 Facility 90 MO AVG 97 Rank #227 / 454	98.9% Facility 98.9% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #7 / 428	+48%	3.14 Facility 3.14 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #220 / 276	+136%	-16%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	16 Facility 16 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #55 / 281	3.2 Facility 3.2 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #32 / 281	-	85	-	68 Facility 68 MO AVG 45 Rank #92 / 563	Ignite Ind LLC	$19.3M Facility $19.3M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #18 / 286	$6.7M Facility $6.7M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #45 / 286	34.4% Facility 34.4% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #272 / 286	265880
The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek	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. 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. NC Nursing Care	Springfield	120 Facility 120 MO AVG 97 Rank #89 / 454	82.5% Facility 82.5% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #92 / 428	+24%	4.37 Facility 4.37 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #56 / 276	+31%	+17%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	23 Facility 23 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #95 / 281	4.6 Facility 4.6 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #106 / 281	-	94	-	33 Facility 33 MO AVG 45 Rank #369 / 563	Eric Windham	$13.6M Facility $13.6M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #48 / 286	$6.5M Facility $6.5M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #48 / 286	47.7% Facility 47.7% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #201 / 286	265799
Stonebridge Adams Street	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).	Jefferson City (Woodcrest)	120 Facility 120 MO AVG 97 Rank #89 / 454	45.8% Facility 45.8% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #356 / 428	-31%	3.67 Facility 3.67 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #141 / 276	+33%	-2%	$38.7k Facility $38.7k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #220 / 283	37 Facility 37 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #180 / 281	4.6 Facility 4.6 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #106 / 281	1	53	-	54 Facility 54 MO AVG 45 Rank #212 / 563	Ruth Volkart	$5.1M Facility $5.1M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #194 / 286	$2.8M Facility $2.8M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #188 / 286	55.1% Facility 55.1% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #137 / 286	265810
Jefferson City Manor	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). 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. NC Nursing Care	Jefferson City	102 Facility 102 MO AVG 97 Rank #169 / 454	66.7% Facility 66.7% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #210 / 428	0%	3.53 Facility 3.53 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #168 / 276	-22%	-5%	$8.3k Facility $8.3k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #154 / 283	34 Facility 34 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #161 / 281	3.4 Facility 3.4 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #46 / 281	2	69	-	4 Facility 4 MO AVG 45 Rank #530 / 563	Cynthia Juckette	$13.2M Facility $13.2M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #54 / 286	$4.2M Facility $4.2M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #111 / 286	31.9% Facility 31.9% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #276 / 286	265285
Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab	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.	Springfield (Downtown Springfield)	120 Facility 120 MO AVG 97 Rank #89 / 454	77.5% Facility 77.5% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #132 / 428	+16%	3.49 Facility 3.49 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #168 / 276	+14%	-7%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	24 Facility 24 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #100 / 281	3.4 Facility 3.4 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #46 / 281	-	98	-	94 Facility 94 MO AVG 45 Rank #5 / 563	Brian Sharp	$9.0M Facility $9.0M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #83 / 286	$4.4M Facility $4.4M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #105 / 286	48.2% Facility 48.2% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #195 / 286	265473
Farmington Presbyterian Manor	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.	Farmington	90 Facility 90 MO AVG 97 Rank #227 / 454	74.4% Facility 74.4% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #150 / 428	+12%	4.58 Facility 4.58 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #43 / 276	+49%	+23%	$12.6k Facility $12.6k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #167 / 283	9 Facility 9 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #11 / 281	2.3 Facility 2.3 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #11 / 281	1	70	A+	66 Facility 66 MO AVG 45 Rank #113 / 563	Jane Hull	$9.9M Facility $9.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #73 / 286	$6.3M Facility $6.3M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #52 / 286	63% Facility 63% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #74 / 286	265583
Grandview Healthcare 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). RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Nursing Homes In Washington (Elm Street)	102 Facility 102 MO AVG 97 Rank #169 / 454	47.1% Facility 47.1% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #349 / 428	-29%	2.93 Facility 2.93 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #236 / 276	-55%	-22%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	27 Facility 27 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #117 / 281	5.4 Facility 5.4 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #158 / 281	1	51	A+	84 Facility 84 MO AVG 45 Rank #42 / 563	Shelia Lawson	$5.1M Facility $5.1M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #196 / 286	$3.1M Facility $3.1M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #172 / 286	61.1% Facility 61.1% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #81 / 286	265374
Breeze Park – Lutheran Senior Services	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.	Weldon Spring	50 Facility 50 MO AVG 97 Rank #390 / 454	74.9% Facility 74.9% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #146 / 428	+12%	5.01 Facility 5.01 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #31 / 276	-16%	+34%	$41.3k Facility $41.3k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #222 / 283	16 Facility 16 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #55 / 281	4.0 Facility 4.0 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #75 / 281	2	46	A+	2 Facility 2 MO AVG 45 Rank #545 / 563	Holly Stevens	$20.9M Facility $20.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #17 / 286	$12.2M Facility $12.2M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #6 / 286	58.6% Facility 58.6% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #105 / 286	265767

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Overview of Our Lady of Life Apartments

Nestled in the serene Watson Road, St.Louis, MO, Our Lady of Life Apartments is a blissful senior living community that provides independent living. With spacious and well-made floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, the community ensures cozy and welcoming residences. Experience a relaxing and safe retirement life within the premises of the community.

Our Lady of Life Apartments fosters a vibrant environment, providing its residents with engaging activities and enrichment programs that include exercise and fitness classes, outdoor games, and community parties. Residents enjoy healthy and delicious meals daily in the elegant dining room with friends. Amenities include well-maintained grounds, a coffee bar, a beauty salon and barbershop, a billiards and poker room, a multi-purpose space, an open living area with a classic fireplace, bocce ball courts, and outdoor terraces.

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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

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Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

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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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 261 nursing homes in Missouri. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.

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