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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Florissant, MO for 2024

Located in St. Louis County, Florissant, MO, is a charming suburban city that may appeal to seniors with its close-knit community atmosphere, lower-than-average cost of living and many opportunities for recreation. It's also just a short distance from the many attractions of St. Louis. The area is home to 51,500 people, and seniors aged 65 and older make up around 14% of the population.

For individuals who require some assistance with daily activities, Florissant offers a number of long-term care options, including assisted living. These communities offer a safe, social environment where seniors have access to 24-hour care staff and receive support with housekeeping, chores, meal preparation and transportation. In Florissant, the average cost of care is $4,100 per month. While higher than the state median, this rate is lower than the U.S. national average.

This guide provides more information about what it's like to live in Florissant, along with a more in-depth look at assisted living costs and how seniors can access financial assistance. It also features a list of resources that offer services and programs to support seniors as they age.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Florissant

In Florissant, all assisted living communities are licensed and regulated by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Section for Long-Term Care Regulation. This agency conducts inspections prior to licensure to ensure facilities are fit to support the health and well-being of seniors. Subsequent inspections are carried out on an annual basis.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Florissant

  • Daily life in Florissant is quite affordable compared to the average American city. Its cost of living index rating is 83.5, which is 16.5 points lower than the national average of 100. It's also a few points lower than the Missouri state median of 85.6. This may allow seniors to stretch their retirement income further.
  • Like many cities in the Midwest, Florissant experiences four distinct seasons, including hot summers and cold winters. Wintertime temperatures can drop to the low-20s and the area receives about 13 inches of snowfall in a season. This may be challenging for some seniors, but fortunately, residents of assisted living facilities can find many fun activities to do indoors when temperatures aren't ideal.
  • Seniors in Florissant have access to an abundance of health care providers and medical services. The city has 396 physicians for every 100,000 residents, which is well over the U.S. average of 210.
  • Seniors can access a number of world-class hospitals in the area. Christian Hospital's Northwest HealthCare location is convenient to local residents in the event of an emergency or need for lab work, imaging or rehabilitation services. Its main campus is also nearby should seniors require other specialty medical services.
  • According to the American Lung Association, St. Louis County experiences a significant number of high ozone days, which results in it receiving an F-rating for its air quality. However, the region does score better in the category of particle pollution, earning an overall passing grade for its annual levels.
  • Crime is less prevalent in Florissant than it is in the average American city. Measured on a 100-point scale, with 100 representing high crime, the city earns an index rating of 16.9 for violent crime, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. Local property crime rates are also lower, scoring a 31 compared to the U.S. median of 35.4.
  • Florissant provides free transportation services for seniors through the Florissant Local Elderly Resident Transportation program. The service provides complimentary curb-to-curb transportation to any destination within the city limits on weekdays and during select times on weekends.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Florissant

Seniors in Florissant pay an average of $4,100 per month for assisted living care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Florissant is one of the more expensive cities for assisted living in Missouri, with monthly rates $1,100 higher than the state median. However, it's still less expensive than the national average rate of $4,500. Seniors looking for more affordable care may consider communities such as Jefferson City or Columbia, where costs are $2,075 and $2,800, respectively. Care in Springfield is also cheaper at $850 less than in Florissant. However, Florissant is a more affordable option than Kansas City, which sees the highest costs in the state at $4,585 monthly.

Florissant

$4,100

Missouri

$3,000

United States

$4,500

Jefferson City

$2,075

Columbia

$2,800

Springfield

$3,250

Kansas City

$4,585

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is more affordable than in-home care and home health care services. While these options are over $1,300 more expensive, they may be preferable for seniors who wish to remain in their own homes. Adult day health care is the most affordable option at $1,918, as its services are only provided for part of the day in a community-based setting. Nursing homes are over $1,500 more expensive than assisted living facilities, however, they provide more specialized care.

In-Home Care

$5,482

Home Health Care

$5,482

Adult Day Health Care

$1,918

Assisted Living Facility

$4,100

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$5,627

Note: Data for Florissant was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, St. Louis, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Florissant

The Missouri Medicaid Aged and Disabled Waiver provides financial help for seniors that covers assisted living costs. There is also a State Plan Personal Care option and Supplemental Nursing Care Assistance Program applies to also  both assisted living and nursing home care.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Missouri page.

Financial Assistance in Missouri

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Florissant

Florissant and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Florissant, please visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Florissant

Florissant Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Missouri are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Missouri

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Cheryl

I visited this facility

Review of The Garden Plaza of Florissant

The tour at The Garden Plaza of Florissant was fine. We just walked around, and we saw the place, and everything looked nice and clean. The person who accommodated me was very informative and she...

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James

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Garden Plaza of Florissant

I've chosen The Garden Plaza of Florissant for my mom, and she has moved in there. It's been great. It's very clean. The people there are very nice, and they seemed to actually care about the...

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gerrymac

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Garden Plaza of Florissant

When this facility was The Bridge, it was a very nice facility and staff was very attentive. Under new ownership, the quality of care rapidly declined. Eventually, it was recommended that my...

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