Central Gardens Inc

Q: Is Central Gardens Inc in a walkable area?

Central Gardens Inc has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: Who is the administrator of Central Gardens Inc?

Kimberley Polen is the administrator of Central Gardens Inc.

Q: How many beds does Central Gardens Inc have?

Central Gardens Inc has 83 beds.

Q: Are there photos of Central Gardens Inc?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Central Gardens Inc in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Central Gardens Inc?

Central Gardens Inc is located at 302 NORTH ELM ST.

Q: What is the phone number of Central Gardens Inc?

(573) 624-0011 will put you in contact with the team at Central Gardens Inc.

Q: What county is Central Gardens Inc located in?

Central Gardens Inc is in Stoddard County.

Overview of Central Gardens INC

Central Gardens INC is a senior residential care facility in Dexter, Missouri. It offers various services including nursing and activity programs. The facility is dedicated to providing quality care for its residents.

(573) 624-0011 Office@centralgardensdexter.com

83-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 55 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility

CountyStoddard

Central Gardens Inc is legally operated by Central Gardens, Inc., and administrated by Kimberley Polen.

Owner NameCentral Gardens, Inc

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.

Overall vs. MO average

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

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).

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

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).

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).

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).

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.

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

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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Is Central Gardens Inc in a walkable area?

Central Gardens Inc has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Who is the administrator of Central Gardens Inc?

Kimberley Polen is the administrator of Central Gardens Inc.

How many beds does Central Gardens Inc have?

Central Gardens Inc has 83 beds.

Are there photos of Central Gardens Inc?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Central Gardens Inc in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Central Gardens Inc?

Central Gardens Inc is located at 302 NORTH ELM ST.

What is the phone number of Central Gardens Inc?

(573) 624-0011 will put you in contact with the team at Central Gardens Inc.

What county is Central Gardens Inc located in?

Central Gardens Inc is in Stoddard County.