Total health inspections
7
Missouri average 6.6
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Avalon Memory Care
Nursing Home · Missouri, MO
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avalon Memory Care
Nursing Home · Missouri, MO
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avalon Memory Care accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Avalon Memory Care specializes in providing safe and secure care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The facility focuses on a compassionate and holistic approach tailored to individual needs, ensuring residents achieve their full quality of life potential. Avalon Memory Care is dedicated to creating a home-like environment for those with memory-related conditions.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 25m per day
vs Missouri avg
+42%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 55m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.7%
Avg. Length of Stay
29 days
Occupancy rate
86.7%
Avg. Length of Stay
29 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
20 days
Private pay
66% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
11 - 12 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$32.0M
Profit
$1.5M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$32.0M
Profit
$1.5M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$13.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$30.5M
30-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 26 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountySaint Louis
Avalon Memory Care is legally operated by Avalon Memory Care, Llc, and administrated by Christine Coplin.
Owner NameAvalon Memory Care, LLC
Secured Perimeter
Safety FeaturesMagnetic door locks and a secure patio and backyard.
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
24/7 Security
Daily Maintenance
Home-Cooked Meals
ActivitiesEngaging activities create a stimulating, welcoming community for residents.
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer’s Care
Food DescriptionNutritious meals with options for special diets and a focus on essential food groups.
Inspection History
In Missouri, the Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure performs the inspections and unannounced surveys required for all long-term care providers.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Missouri state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer total inspections than a typical Missouri nursing home (0 vs. MO avg 7). Click this badge to view the full Missouri ranking.↓ 100% better |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
11
Missouri average 36.5
Citations per inspection
1.57
Missouri average 5.67
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
7 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 11 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
1
In line with Missouri averageMissouri average: 1
Citations history (last 7 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Sep 17, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 17, 2024
Corrected
Resident Rights minor citation
Sep 17, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation
Feb 13, 2024
Corrected
Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Missouri
Avalon Memory Care is located in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Missouri.
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178.9 miles from city center
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Staffing Data
Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
569
Employees
327
Contractors
242
Staff to resident ratio
3.09:1
81% better than Missouri average
Avg staff/day
137
Average shift
8 hours
0% compared with Missouri average
Total staff hours (quarter)
99,848
Nursing staff breakdown
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
25
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
126
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
275
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
8.2%
8,205 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 137
Licensed Practical Nurse: 79
Medication Aide/Technician: 21
Qualified Social Worker: 5
Staff by category
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 138 | 137 | 275 | 50,480 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 47 | 79 | 126 | 14,707 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 21 | 21 | 42 | 6,235 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 26 | 0 | 26 | 4,787 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 4,467 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 15 | 0 | 15 | 2,899 | 79 | 87% | 8.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,199 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,071 | 78 | 86% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,928 | 74 | 81% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,802 | 71 | 78% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,676 | 89 | 98% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,644 | 76 | 84% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,145 | 75 | 82% | 9.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 983 | 79 | 87% | 8.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 777 | 65 | 71% | 5.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 655 | 62 | 68% | 10.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 552 | 64 | 70% | 8.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 546 | 64 | 70% | 8.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 193 | 27 | 30% | 5.7 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
275 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
126 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
42 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
26 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
100%
25 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
15 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
87%
9 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
10 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
86%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
81%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
78%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
98%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
84%
2 Administrator
% of Days
82%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
87%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
68%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
70%
4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
30%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
184
Medicare
30
16.3% of residents
Medicaid
87
47.3% of residents
Private pay or other
67
36.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.3
6% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 10.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.4
15% worse than Missouri averageMissouri average: 19.5
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.0%
9% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 19.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.5%
In line with Missouri averageMissouri average: 20.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.6%
58% worse than Missouri averageMissouri average: 18.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.3%
18% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 4.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.9%
22% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 5.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.2%
91% worse than Missouri averageMissouri average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
5% worse than Missouri averageMissouri average: 5.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.0%
84% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 12.8%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.2%
28% worse than Missouri averageMissouri average: 22.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
15% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 85.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
10% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 90.9%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
84.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
84.7%
27% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 66.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.6%
28% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 2.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.2%
34% better than Missouri averageMissouri average: 63.5%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Avalon Memory Care based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
86.7%
↑ 12.6pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1.5M
↑ ~$2.2M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$13.8M
↑ ~$3.2M vs 2023
Profit Margin
4.7%
↑ 7.7pp vs 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avalon Memory Care
Is Avalon Memory Care in a walkable area?
Avalon Memory Care has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Who is the administrator of Avalon Memory Care?
Christine Coplin is the administrator of Avalon Memory Care.
How many beds does Avalon Memory Care have?
Avalon Memory Care has 30 beds.
Are there photos of Avalon Memory Care?
Yes — there are 8 photos of Avalon Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Avalon Memory Care?
Avalon Memory Care is located at 5342 BUTLER HILL ROAD.
What is the phone number of Avalon Memory Care?
(314) 849-2985 will put you in contact with the team at Avalon Memory Care.
What county is Avalon Memory Care located in?
Avalon Memory Care is in Saint Louis County.
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