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Assisted Living Communities in Cape Girardeau, MO
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authentic reviews in Cape Girardeau, MO below include Assisted Living facility with 28 reviews. On average in Cape Girardeau, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.7 out of 5 stars.
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Reviewer#ET0319
5.0
Review of Newbridge Retirement Community
My mom moved to Newbridge Retirement Community. She is so happy to have so many activities to do every day and other people to talk to. They have an exercise class there that she loves to do and...
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Elaine
5.0
Review of The Lutheran Home
My mom is at The Lutheran Home. I'm not allowed to go in because of COVID, so I have not been able to actually go inside the facility, but she's very happy there. Everybody I talked to -- the...
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spooky63
5.0
Review of Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau
my brother was a patient there and he adored the staff, the food was good and place was clean.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Cape Girardeau, MO and Nearby Cities
In Cape Girardeau, seniors pay average monthly rates of $2,538 for assisted living, making this city among the most budget-friendly in the nation for residential care. Local care costs are well below the state norm of $3,000 and nearly $2,000 below the national average. Seniors may save $460 per month by choosing an assisted living facility in Jefferson City, but in Columbia, care costs are higher than in Cape Girardeau at $2,800. In Springfield, seniors pay $3,250 for care, and in St. Louis, local care costs exceed Cape Girardeau’s norm by nearly $1,600.
Cap Girardeau
$2,538
Missouri
$3,000
United States
$4,500
St. Louis
$4,100
Jefferson City
$2,075
Columbia
$2,800
Springfield
$3,250
Paying for Assisted Living in Cape Girardeau
Assisted living facilities in Cape Girardeau charge an average of $2,538 per month for services.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cape Girardeau
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Cape Girardeau, MO
Assisted living is the most economical long-term care option in Cape Girardeau, with residents paying $2,538 per month for care. Adult day health care, which only includes daytime services in a community setting, costs nearly $300 more per month. Seniors who want to age in place can pay $3,756 for in-home care. Home health care includes light medical services and has the same rate. Nursing home care is the costliest option with base rates at $5,232 per month.
In-Home Care
$3,756
Home Health Care
$3,756
Adult Day Health Care
$2,817
Assisted Living Facility
$2,538
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$5,232
Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Cape Girardeau
When searching for the best assisted living option in Cape Girardeau, seniors and families can find support and assistance from several local agencies, including the long-term care ombudsman, the Area Agency on Aging and the local senior center. The following table highlights some of the most helpful resources for seniors in the region that can assist seniors in navigating their long-term care options.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Senior Center | (573) 335-1352 | Cape Senior Center operates a daily congregate meal program where seniors can enjoy nutritious meals and social activities for a low suggested contribution. The center also hosts exercise classes, table games and educational workshops that cover topics related to nutrition. It’s open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| Aging Matters | (573) 335-3331 | As the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Cape Girardeau region, Aging Matters provides a range of supportive services for seniors such as transportation services, volunteer opportunities and advocacy. The agency also has information specialists who provide referrals for helpful resources in the community, including financial and legal advisors. |
| Missouri Veterans Commission | (573) 751-3779 | The Missouri Veterans Commission operates an office in the Cape Girardeau region and can help older veterans and their dependents enroll in the programs and services they’re entitled to. While it’s not affiliated with the federal Veterans’ Administration, its advisors specialize in helping veterans file applications for VA benefits. |
| Legal Services of Southern Missouri | (573) 651-4806 | Legal Services of Southern Missouri has licensed legal professionals who help seniors with age-related civil matters such as drafting wills, assigning powers of attorney and using assets to pay for assisted living expenses. The office can also help seniors apply for benefits such as Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (573) 335-7555 | RSVP provides exclusive volunteer opportunities to those aged 55 and over in the Cape Girardeau region. Through this nonprofit program, seniors can volunteer in local senior centers, nonprofit organizations and charities, schools, hospitals and museums. Volunteers choose how much and in what capacity they serve and get free on-the-job training. |
| Missouri Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 309-3282 | The long-term care ombudsman advocates for assisted living residents in Cape Girardeau and can help seniors and families determine ways to pay for care. The ombudsman can also represent seniors in instances such as involuntary transfers or move-out orders, neglect or financial exploitation. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Cape Girardeau
Cape Girardeau 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.
