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Recognized as the Best Assisted Living by U.S. News from 2023 to 2024, Highland Crest Senior Living by Americare is an esteemed senior living community in Kirksville, MO, providing assisted living, and independent living. An experienced and reliable team delivers top-notch care and support around the clock for residents to enjoy every moment of their best years. With specially designed and snug amenities, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings for comfort.
A full slate of enriching activities and engaging programs accompanies residents as they spend their days learning new things. Have delightful and nutritious meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and tastes. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing them with a conducive environment where they thrive and live to their potential.
Lower than the Missouri average: 66.6%Highland Crest Senior Living is legally operated by Kirksville Residential, Llc, and administrated by Kathern Buck.
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.
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.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 35 | This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (6 vs. MO avg 35).↓ 83% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 2 | 11.7 | This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2 vs. MO avg 11.7).↓ 83% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.5 | 5 | This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (1.5 vs. MO avg 5).↓ 70% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer total inspections than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (4 vs. MO avg 7).↓ 43% better |
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 203 / 220 / 229 / 238 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
1.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kirksville's city center to Highland Crest Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Highland Crest Senior Living is located in Kirksville, Missouri.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Missouri.
The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.
| Highland Crest Senior Living |
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. | Kirksville | 42
Facility
42
MO AVG
97
Rank
#413 / 454 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
MO AVG
45
Rank
#403 / 563 | Studio | Kirksville Residential, LLC |
| St. Andrew’s Apartments at Kirksville |
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.
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. | Kirksville | - | Yes |
53
Facility
53
MO AVG
45
Rank
#217 / 563 | Studio | - |
The legal owner and operator of Highland Crest Senior Living is Kirksville Residential, Llc.
Highland Crest Senior Living has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Highland Crest Senior Living's occupancy is 45%.
Kathern Buck is the administrator of Highland Crest Senior Living.
Highland Crest Senior Living has 42 beds.
Yes — there are 4 photos of Highland Crest Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
Highland Crest Senior Living is located at 2204 S Halliburton St, Kirksville, MO 63501, United States.
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