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11210 Schuetz Rd., Saint Louis, MO 63146
4.2
(27 reviews)
"Autumn View Gardens - St. Louis was our original choice until my father's decline made him not eligible to live in assisted living anymore. We were going to move him on the 19th of December. I had signed papers and everything was a go until he declin..."
$4,330
CARING STARS WINNER
8600 Delmar Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63124
4.5
(13 reviews)
"My mother used to live in the Brentmoor Retirement Community. They don't have memory care, but they have assisted living which is on the second floor, and then they have independent living. She moved out a year ago in September. She loved Brentmoor. ..."
$3,710
12563 Village Circle Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63127
4.7
(20 reviews)
"Friendship Village Sunset Hills was too expensive for me. If I had the money, I would stay there. They were friendly. The real estate lady was upfront with me. They were very nice. The place was clean. They offered good things...."
$3,083
3300 Lake Bend Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63088
4.7
(11 reviews)
"My mom moved into Cape Albeon Lakeside Retirement Living. I like that the staff gives her constant attention. They are very nice to her, and there seems to be a lot of staff available. I have watched my mother's meals, and they looked pretty good. Th..."
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12335 W. Bend Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63128
4.3
(30 reviews)
"Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights was very neat, clean, and impressive when you walked in. Everybody was friendly. Their rooms were big enough to fit the furniture I was going to take with me. The administrator was so sweet. I like the one bedroom because..."
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5943 Telegraph Road, Saint Louis, MO 63129
4.4
(12 reviews)
"My wife has been a resident at Bethesda Southgate in the memory care area for a little over 2 years. I chose southgate after visiting many different locations. I have had some experience in the past with elder family members at other facilities an..."
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723 South Laclede Stn Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63119
4.3
(13 reviews)
"My sister lives in Laclede Groves, a very nice senior living. It's one of the better ones to be in and is run by a Lutheran group. She's in independent living and has a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment with wonderful neighbors. There's a lot of food t..."
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4962 Mattis Road, Saint Louis, MO 63128
4.1
(6 reviews)
"My mother is at the Mattis Pointe Senior Living, The Arbors, in memory care. It is fairly new. It's small. It's extremely clean. The people are friendly and extremely happy there. It is just really the right fit. They have a central TV room. The memo..."
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7601 Watson Road, Saint Louis, MO 63119
4.2
(5 reviews)
"We're very happy with Mother of Perpetual Help. My mother is getting good care there. The staff is very friendly. Her room is nice, like a little studio apartment. The food has been very good. The atmosphere is very nice and very friendly. They keep ..."
$5,402
325 N. Newstead, Saint Louis, MO 63108
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My brother is at St Elizabeth Hall. I feel that they're taking good care of him. They have a dedicated staff that's been there a long time. There are two beds in the room and a little divider between them. It's not an actual wall but like a partition..."
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13612 Big Bend Road, Saint Louis, MO 63088
3.5
(10 reviews)
"Garden View Center Center is a great place for your loved one. My Mom is very happy there and the staff is great. Thank you for all you do. ..."
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#2 NAZARETH LANE, Saint Louis, MO 63129
3.2
(23 reviews)
"Room was great, there are various sizes. Staff was helpful and efficient. My friend appreciated regular activities and Mass on campus. I know a lot of places are struggling, but I really feel my friend is safe, loved and well cared for...."
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3 Mcknight Place, Saint Louis, MO 63124
3.5
(6 reviews)
"The entire staff at McKnight Place Assisted Living are the most caring, loving and thoughtful people. They are an absolute joy to work with. ..."
$8,850
5890 Eichelberger Street, Saint Louis, MO 63109
3.6
(3 reviews)
"The staff at Dubourg House is awesome. They're very pleasant and helpful. My client's room is very nice and has air conditioning. She pretty much has everything she needs there. They have optional outings every day to places in a van and big outings ..."
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4232 WEST PINE BOULEVARD, Saint Louis, MO 63108
4.0
(2 reviews)
"I have visited my best friends grandmother here many times. She has been in this home for a couple years. My favorite part of this home is the location. It is right next to forest park so when we visit if it's nice we take her to the Jewel Box or ..."
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11728 Hidden Lake Dr, Saint Louis, MO 63138
3.2
(5 reviews)
"Aperion was very nice and clean, and the staff was very helpful. The one thing I liked most about this community was that they have washers and dryers in each of the units, which I didn't see in other communities. They also had several types of units..."
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3715 Jamieson Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63109
3.0
(5 reviews)
"I liked this facility because my Grandmother was in need of a place to stay because she could no longer stay by herself. She was unable to bathe herself or do many other normal everyday tasks. This is the reason I took her to the Loving Care Home. I ..."
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1111 South Berry Road, Saint Louis, MO 63122
3.0
(4 reviews)
"My mother moved into Bethesda Hawthorne Place three weeks ago. It's close to me. The staff is very nice and helpful. She hasn't said anything either way about the food. I can't go there and see mom. I haven't been inside, but the outside is very nice..."
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4005 RIPA AVENUE, Saint Louis, MO 63125
2.6
(12 reviews)
"After trying other facilities Sherbrooke is the first place where I have peace of mind having my family member live here. Medication and other clinical needs are met quickly; diet restrictions are addressed; clean, cheerful room and shared-spaces; f..."
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5626 Maffit Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63112
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Oasis Residential Care - West is a really nice assisted living facility in St. Louis, Missouri. We visited during a recent outing to the area to visit friends and family. Our aunt wants to stay in the area and can no longer live alone. The outer reg..."
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Assisted Living
Jeffrey
5.0
Review of Autumn View Gardens - St. Louis
Autumn View Gardens - St. Louis was our original choice until my father's decline made him not eligible to live in assisted living anymore. We were going to move him on the 19th of December. I had...
Assisted Living
Kathy
4.0
Review of Autumn View Gardens - St. Louis
Autumn View Gardens-St. Louis does not tell you everything before you move in. Like they will not let you keep your pills if they're narcotics. They insist that they have to distribute them and...
Assisted Living
Robert
5.0
Review of Garden Villas South
We toured Garden Villas South. It was very nice. We looked at the atrium rooms, that's what they call them, and they were very nice. It was very clean and very well laid out. There were other...
St. Louis offers lower assisted living prices than the U.S. norm, according to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey. Nationally, prices come to about $250 higher per month. However, many nearby cities feature lower fees. Rates drop to approximately $4,411 in Columbia and $4,611 in Springfield, IL. Still, some cities are more costly, such as Jefferson City, where rates hover around $5,779.
St. Louis
$5,100
Missouri
$4,851
The United States
$5,350
Jefferson City
$5,779
Columbia
$4,411
Springfield, IL
$4,611
Assisted living communities in St. Louis accept various payment options, including state and federal health insurance programs, veterans’ benefits and self-pay solutions. Using a combination of these options can help seniors afford long-term care.
Seniors in St. Louis may be eligible for financial assistance through Missouri’s optional state supplementation (OSS) program. This cash assistance program is available to seniors who live in a licensed assisted living facility and don’t have sufficient income to pay for their care.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Missouri page.
In St. Louis, assisted living ranks among the lowest-priced senior care options. Adult day health care stands as the only cheaper option, at about $2,058 per month. Conversely, nursing home care costs approximately $2,094 more, while home health care costs about $1,573 more. In-home care is also more expensive, with rates around $1,001 higher than assisted living.
St Louis 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 St Louis, please visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis Area Agency on Aging | 314-612-5918 | The AAA supports St. Louis residents aged 60 and over with transportation services, home-delivered and congregate meals, Medicare counseling and information and referral services. It also assists older adults in applying for the St. Louis Property Tax Freeze Credit. |
| Missouri Long-Term Care Ombudsman | 800-309-3282 | The long-term care ombudsman regularly visits assisted living facilities in St. Louis to observe conditions and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines. The ombudsman also provides confidential support and advocates on residents’ behalf regarding their rights. |
| Missouri Connections for Health | 573-817-8300 | This nonprofit provides free health insurance counseling for Medicare-eligible individuals, helping them make informed coverage decisions. Its counselors answer questions about Medicare Advantage, Medigap and prescription drug plans, and they help seniors submit appeals for denied coverage. |
| VA St. Louis Regional Office | 800-698-2411 | The local VA office provides eligibility counseling for VA benefits, helping assisted living residents determine whether they qualify for assistance with care expenses. It also gives veterans information about VA health care services and benefits. |
| Senior Centers in St. Louis | 314-612-5900 | St. Louis operates nine senior centers, which host recreational activities and social services for older adults. These centers may also serve as congregate meal sites and provide transportation services, vaccine clinics and home-delivered meals. |
| St. Louis Area Foodbank | 314-292-6262 | This local nonprofit has a pantry locator to help older adults find supplemental food resources in their community. It also oversees the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, which distributes food boxes through local senior centers, charities and nonprofit organizations. |
| Meals on Wheels of Greater St. Louis | 314-374-9549 | This nonprofit, all-volunteer program delivers affordable meals to housebound seniors throughout the St. Louis region. Seniors can receive meals up to five days per week, and the program may offer accommodation for low-salt, diabetic and texture-modified diets. |
| Community Action Agency of Saint Louis County | 314-863-0015 | CAASTLC administers the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which provides utility bill assistance to qualified individuals aged 60 and over. Additionally, it helps older adults reduce their heating and cooling costs through weatherization services, which may include installing insulation and weather stripping or repairing HVAC equipment. |
| LifeWise STL | 314-627-1237 | LifeWise STL operates the Senior Companion Program, which connects housebound individuals with volunteers who provide regular check-ins and companionship. It also helps income-qualifying individuals obtain financial assistance, information services and financial counseling through its Senior Resiliency Fund. |
| Legal Services of Eastern Missouri | 800-444-0514 | This nonprofit legal organization helps seniors with civil legal issues such as creating simple wills and understanding Missouri’s power of attorney laws. It has specialists who help older adults understand assisted living facilities’ contracts and enroll in state and federal programs that may help pay for long-term care services. |
St Louis-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Missouri are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page for more information about these laws.
Amenities and services enhance residents’ experience and quality of life, making them key factors when researching assisted living in St. Louis. These features support the maintenance-free lifestyle retirees seek while ensuring residents receive appropriate care and support. They also contribute to an active lifestyle and foster social connections. Some of the most common services and amenities include:
Reach out to a Caring.com Family Advisor today for more details on the services and amenities available in St. Louis’s assisted living facilities.
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