Smiley Manor
Nursing Home · St. Louis, MO

Overview of Smiley Manor

Smiley Manor is a remarkable family-owned and operated assisted living facility with over 30 years of experience in the senior care industry. The warmth of their staff, the comfort of their accommodations, and the quality of their services all come together to create an atmosphere of true love and care. The team at Smiley Manor strives to make every day count for their residents, ensuring that each one feels comfortable and at ease in their new home. Their dedication to providing outstanding care is evident in the numerous services and activities offered, including nourishing meals and medication management, short-term respite, 24-hour nursing staff, church services, and personal interpreters for Swahili and Sign language.
In this home, residents receive personalized attention and care from the highly trained staff, including a monthly house physician visit and transportation arrangements to preferred physicians. They even take pride in bringing their residents to church every Sunday. Smiley Manor is a place where residents can find comfort, support, and joy as they continue their life journey. It’s a place where they can create new memories and form new friendships.

Bed community size
20-bed community Rank #446 / 454Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 446th out of 454 homes in Missouri. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Missouri SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
14 years in operation Rank #66 / 200Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 200 homes in Missouri. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Missouri SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #254 / 563Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 254th 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

About the Community

The facility is committed to maintaining cleanliness and attractive decor.

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
CountySaint Louis City

Ownership & Operating Entity

Smiley Manor is legally operated by Smiley Manor, Llc, and administrated by Mr Naton Smith.

Corporate EntitySMILEY MANOR, LLC

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Laundry
Specific ProgramsPersonal Care, Medical and Psychiatric, Shopping Trips, Full Housekeeping and Laundry service

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Inspection History

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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 0 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Since 2023 vs. Missouri state average
Overall vs. MO average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Total inspections (100% below)

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 07 This facility has 100% fewer total inspections than a typical Missouri nursing home (0 vs. MO avg 7).↓ 100% better

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Address 5.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from St. Louis's city center to Smiley Manor's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.28 miles to nearest hospital (Barnes-Jewish Hospital :Washington University Acute Ccm Sgy)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Missouri

Smiley Manor is located in St. Louis, 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
MO

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Smiley Manor

What neighborhood is Smiley Manor in?

Smiley Manor is in the Walnut Park East neighborhood of St. Louis.

Is Smiley Manor in a walkable area?

Smiley Manor has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Who is the administrator of Smiley Manor?

Mr NATON SMITH is the administrator of Smiley Manor.

How many beds does Smiley Manor have?

Smiley Manor has 20 beds.

Are there photos of Smiley Manor?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Smiley Manor in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Smiley Manor?

(314) 923-1360 will put you in contact with the team at Smiley Manor.

What county is Smiley Manor located in?

Smiley Manor is in Saint Louis City County.

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