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Memory Care Home

Heisinger Bluffs

Memory Care Home

Heisinger Bluffs

1002 W Main St, Jefferson City, MO 65109 View map
Overview of Heisinger Bluffs

Located in Jefferson City, Missouri, Heisinger Bluffs offers a versatile spectrum of living options, from independent living to assisted living with memory care, catering to diverse needs and preferences. This community has garnered a well-deserved reputation for excellence, consistently earning accolades for its exceptional standards over the years. At Heisinger Bluffs, they recognize the profound impact of cultivating an environment that promotes well-being.
Heisinger Bluffs boasts a dedicated team available round-the-clock, guaranteeing seniors have access to unwavering support whenever it’s needed. Residents enjoy the autonomy to choose from a selection of comfortable living spaces, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, tailored to accommodate their unique preferences. The heartbeat of the community lies in its engaging daily activities, fostering connections and keeping seniors active and involved. The shared areas within the facility are thoughtfully furnished, creating an inviting atmosphere that encourages camaraderie and comfort. Whether strolling along picturesque walking paths or unwinding in the welcoming common spaces, such as the open and airy dining room, Heisinger Bluffs encompasses an ambiance of tranquility.

Managed by Joe Schepers

Administrator for Independent Living

Over 20 years in human resources

Joe Schepers is the Administrator for Independent Living at Heisinger Bluffs, bringing over twenty years of experience in human resources, life-enrichment, dining services, and quality standards. He values the family-like environment between staff and residents and is dedicated to fostering a warm, supportive community.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
4/5
Missouri average: 2.6/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
4/5
Missouri average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info 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.
4/5
Missouri average: 2.2/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
4/5
Missouri average: 2.8/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 9m per day

This home provides 9% more nursing time per resident than the Missouri average.

Missouri average: 3h 49m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 27m per day 28m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 25m per day 2h 20m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 2h 48m per day 3h 3m per day 3h 26m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 19m per day 20m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 111

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Missouri average
Occupancy rate 80.5%
Residents per day (avg) 59
Occupancy rate
80.5%
Residents per day (avg)
59

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 24 days

Private pay

44% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.3M
Profit
$352.9K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10,341,876.00
Profit
$352,883.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.6M
35.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.4M
Total costs $10.0M
Bed community size
111-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 32 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
81%
In line with Missouri average
Occupied beds
89 / 111
Average residents 72 per day

License details

Facility type
Alf**
County: COLE

Ownership & operating entity

Heisinger Bluffs is legally operated by HEISINGER BLUFFS OPCO LLC, and administrated by DREWEL.

Corporate entity: HEISINGER BLUFFS OPCO LLC

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Long Term Care
Short Term Rehabilitation

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care, Short Term Rehabilitation

Types of Care at Heisinger Bluffs

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care
Contact Heisinger Bluffs

Compare Memory Care around Columbia The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.

Heisinger Bluffs
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.

Jefferson City
111
No
32
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Bridgeway Residential Care Facility
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.

Fulton
-
No
58
-
Lenoir Woods – Lutheran Senior Services
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.

Columbia
-
No
10
-
The Arbors at Bluff Creek Terrace
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.

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.

Columbia
-
No
26
-

Places of interest near Heisinger Bluffs

Address 30.6 miles from city center — 1.34 miles to nearest hospital (Family Medicine Clinic-Jefferson City-Madison St)

Address 1002 W Main St, Jefferson City, MO 65109

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Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.37
34% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.08

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.02
14% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.35

Short-stay resident measures
Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 52.4%
In line with Missouri average

Missouri average: 53.7%

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Missouri Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Missouri resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural access prioritized.

Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC)

MO SNC

Age 65+, Missouri resident, in approved facility.

~$1,215/month (individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Supplements SSI; facility-based only.

Structured Family Caregiving Waiver (SFCW)

Missouri Structured Family Caregiving Waiver

Age 65+, Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, NFLOC, dementia diagnosis, live with caregiver.

~$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.

$5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).

Caregiver must be family; small program size.

MO HealthNet Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Missouri MO HealthNet ABD

Age 65+ or disabled, Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.

~$1,690/month (individual, projected); spenddown allowed.

$5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).

Less intensive than waivers; statewide access.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Missouri Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Missouri resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Missouri Caregiver Program (Customized Caregiver Training & Relief)

Missouri Caregiver Program

Caregivers of 60+ with dementia, Missouri resident, functional needs (2+ ADLs).

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year individual).

Not assessed; need-based.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Missouri SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Missouri resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Missouri VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Missouri resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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