Candlelight Lodge
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Missouri, MO

Candlelight Lodge

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Missouri, MO

Overview of Candlelight Lodge

Situated in the charming town of Columbia, Missouri, Candlelight Lodge is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for seniors through a unique blend of memory care living and assisted senior living services. With 24-hour certified on-site nursing staff at the heart of this community, residents can take comfort in knowing that their well-being is a top priority, around the clock. This warm and inviting environment, spread across three cozy homes, creates a true sense of belonging, where residents can embrace a fulfilling lifestyle while receiving the care they need.

Daily transportation services, housekeeping, and a robust calendar of planned activities and outings ensure that each day is filled with opportunities for connection and enjoyment. With an emergency medical alert system in place, safety is paramount, allowing residents and their families to have peace of mind. At Candlelight Lodge, residents don’t just find a place to call home. They discover a welcoming community that truly understands and meets their unique needs.

(573) 449-5287

Types of Care at Candlelight Lodge

Assisted Living Memory Care
Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #262 / 563Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd out of 563 homes in Missouri. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Missouri SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 95.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbia's city center to Candlelight Lodge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.86 miles to nearest hospital (Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital)

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Assisted Living in Missouri

Candlelight Lodge is located in Columbia, Missouri.
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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Missouri Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MO

Rural access prioritized.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Home health services

Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC)

MO SNC

Age 65+
General Missouri resident, in approved facility.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MO

Supplements SSI; facility-based only.

Benefits
Monthly cash payment (~$156-$292/month) for care costs

Structured Family Caregiving Waiver (SFCW)

Missouri Structured Family Caregiving Waiver

Age 65+
General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, NFLOC, dementia diagnosis, live with caregiver.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).
MO

Caregiver must be family; small program size.

Benefits
Cash stipend ($1,000-$1,500/month) to family caregiver Respite Training Supplies ($500/year)

MO HealthNet Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Missouri MO HealthNet ABD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,690/month (individual, projected); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).
MO

Less intensive than waivers; statewide access.

Benefits
Personal care (2-4 hours/day) Homemaker services Limited respite Medical equipment

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Missouri Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MO

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Missouri Caregiver Program (Customized Caregiver Training & Relief)

Missouri Caregiver Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ with dementia, Missouri resident, functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MO

Administered via AAAs and Alzheimer’s Association; rural focus.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week) Training Assistive tech ($500/year) Supplies

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Missouri VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Missouri resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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

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Candlelight Lodge
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Candlelight Lodge

Is Candlelight Lodge in a walkable area?

Candlelight Lodge has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the phone number of Candlelight Lodge?

(573) 449-5287 will put you in contact with the team at Candlelight Lodge.

Is Candlelight Lodge Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Candlelight Lodge is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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