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Assisted Living in Independence

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.

Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s

Assisted Living in Independence

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.

Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s

Overview of Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s

Ignite Medical Resort in St. Mary’s is a beautiful and luxurious senior living community that sparks an energy that encourages you to get back to doing what you were already doing– just more improved this time. The medical resort boasts an integrated personalized care program that ensures you return to your family immediately. Ignite Medical Resort is one of the best nursing homes in Northland that approaches your needs thoroughly and compassionately.

Life at Ignite is relaxing and rejuvenating because they house state-of-the-art technologies, partner with world-class professionals, and boast their resort-like community. They offer orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac care, wound care, and dialysis, ensuring the best for your needs.

(816) 220-4200

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.
1/5
Missouri average: 2.5/5
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.
2/5
Missouri average: 2.8/5
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.
1/5
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: 2.7/5

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.
2h 44m per day

This home provides 27% less nursing time per resident than the Missouri average.

Missouri average: 3h 44m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 187

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Missouri average
Occupancy rate 62.4%
Residents per day (avg) 86
Occupancy rate
62.4%
Residents per day (avg)
86

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

44% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

55% 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 9 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$16.2M
Profit
$1.5M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$16.2M
Profit
$1.5M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.8M
29.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.9M
Total costs $14.7M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

6 amenities
Private Rooms
Starbucks Café
Onsite Restaurant
Full-Service Spa
Onsite Chapel
Concierge Services
Specific ProgramsOrthopedic Rehabilitation, Stroke Recovery, Cardiac Care, Pulmonary Rehab, Wound Care, Infection Management, Renal Disease

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionFireside Grill features a bright, inviting dining area and a beautiful outdoor courtyard patio. The fun atmosphere, combined with delicious dishes and cocktails, makes this the perfect spot for catching up with family and friends.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s

Assisted Living Nursing Home

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Missouri average 6.6


Last Health inspection on Aug 2024

Total health citations 35

Missouri average 36.5

Citations per inspection
11.67

Missouri average 5.67


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

34 of 35 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 35 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 1
In line with Missouri average

Missouri average: 1

0 critical citations More info Missouri average: 0.7

1 serious citation More info Missouri average: 1

34 moderate citations More info Missouri average: 33.6

0 minor citations More info Missouri average: 1.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Aug 27, 2024
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Aug 27, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Aug 27, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Aug 27, 2024
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Independence The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.

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Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

Blue Springs
187
Yes
64
Private Rooms
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Benton House of Raymore
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.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Raymore
95
Yes
19
Private Rooms
Raymore Slp, Llc
-
Benton House of Blue Springs
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.

Blue Springs
95
No
5
Private Rooms
Centerpoint Slp, Llc
-
Blue Hills Rest Home
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.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Independence
63
Yes
1
Private Rooms
Blue Hills Rest Home, Inc
-
The Fountains at Greenbriar
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.

Independence
-
Yes
28
Private Rooms
-
-

Places of interest near Ignite Medical Resort St Mary‘s

Address 11.6 miles from city center — 4.92 miles to nearest hospital (Centerpoint Medical Center)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 109
Employees 109
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 1.30:1
24% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average ratio: 1.71:1

Avg staff/day 35
Average shift 9.2 hours
14% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 8.1 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 29,355
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 11.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 11.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 36
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0%

0 contractor hours this quarter

No contractor roles were reported this quarter.

Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant3603610,75591100%10.7
Licensed Practical Nurse160163,89591100%11.2
Medication Aide/Technician110113,0008998%10.1
Speech Language Pathologist7071,8697785%7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,4647380%8
Physical Therapy Aide3031,3377785%7.6
Registered Nurse8081,2516673%11.4
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,2178998%6.9
Dental Services Staff2021,0006470%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician3039067077%7
RN Director of Nursing3038326470%8
Physical Therapy Assistant4046777481%6.3
Administrator1014645864%8
Nurse Practitioner1014325459%8
Qualified Social Worker7072584752%5.3
36 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
16 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 98%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 85%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 80%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 85%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days 73%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 98%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 70%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 77%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 70%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 81%
1 Administrator
% of Days 64%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 59%
7 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 52%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
84 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
13 residents (15.5%)
Medicaid
41 residents (48.8%)
Private pay or other
30 residents (35.7%)
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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.7
12% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 10.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 18.1
7% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 19.5

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.6%
36% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 19.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.2%
36% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 20.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 28.5%
57% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 18.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.9%
45% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 4.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.5%
28% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.8%
32% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.2%
84% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 5.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 22.3%
74% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 12.8%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.2%
45% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 22.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.8%
15% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 85.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.4%
8% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 90.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 93.0%
40% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 66.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.9%
15% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.9%
53% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 63.5%

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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.