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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Saint Louis, MO for 2024

While the density of seniors in Saint Louis is lower than state and national averages, there are still more than 40,000 older adults in the city that may be at risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. According to the CDC, 842 Saint Louis residents died from Alzheimer’s in 2020. This accounted for 8.71% of all deaths, 0.8% higher than it was in 2016. The state of Missouri has a task force that aims to improve lives for families dealing with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. One of its goals is to improve dementia care in Saint Louis and other cities.

Memory care communities provide a secure home for seniors who can no longer live on their own due to cognitive decline. These are safe and comfortable settings that are staffed by dedicated professionals who have experience and training in assisting seniors experiencing memory loss. Memory care communities also offer activities, therapies and other programs that may slow cognitive decline. This guide covers the cost of memory care in Saint Louis and provides more detailed information about city life.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Saint Louis

Memory care in Saint Louis, Missouri, is overseen by the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS). Through this government department, seniors and their families in Saint Louis and the rest of the state can access programs for abuse and neglect and services such as online reporting, home care, long term care, Medicaid and falls prevention. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Saint Louis

  • Saint Louis offers exceptional healthcare opportunities for seniors in the event of a medical emergency. The city has eight hospitals and almost 2500 physicians
  • Through the County Older Residents Program (CORP), seniors in Saint Louis aged 60+ can get free rides (donations accepted) from volunteer drivers, letting them access medical appointments from Monday to Friday between 8 am and 5 pm. Reservations are required. 
  • Saint Louis is an affordable city for seniors to live in. Assuming a cost of living index of 100 for the nation, Saint Louis’ cost of living is just 81.3. This is well below the national average and below the Missouri state index of 85.9. 
  • Missouri does require individuals to pay income taxes, unlike some other states in the country. The progressive income tax rate ranges from 0% to 5.40% depending on your level of income. 
  • The weather in Saint Louis may not be ideal for some seniors, with the city seeing above national average precipitation levels at 42 inches per year. However, the city sees 202 days of sunshine per year on average, which is almost on par with the national average of 205 days. 
  • Air quality in Saint Louis is moderate, ranking at 59 US AQI on the index. However, the air quality in the Missouri areas of Saint Louis are better than those in the Metro-East area across the border in Illinois, which rank at an unhealthy rating of 156 US AQI.
  • Saint Louis county is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. This means the elected leaders of the community have committed to actively working on making the county a great place for people of all age groups to reside in.

Paying for Memory Care in Saint Louis

The average cost of memory care in the U.S. is 20-30% higher than the cost of assisted living. Therefore, for the purposes of this guide, we calculated the cost of memory care for Saint Louis, Missouri, based on the cost of assisted living in Saint Louis plus 25%. Per data from the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2021, the median cost of memory care per month in Saint Louis, MO, is $5125. 

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

The cost of memory care in Saint Louis, Missouri,  is well above the state average by $1,375 per month but is below the national average by $500. Nearby cities of Jefferson, Columbia and Cape Girardeau all offer more affordable memory care costs by $2,531, $1,625 and $1,952, respectively. 

Saint Louis

$5,125

Missouri

$3,750

The United States

$5,625

Jefferson City, MO

$2,594

Columbia, MO

$3,500

Cape Girardeau, MO

$3,173

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

While memory care in Saint Louis, Missouri, costs $5,125, it’s notably more affordable than many other types of senior care in the city. It’s $357 cheaper per month than both homemaker services and hiring a home health aide. For those considering nursing home care for vulnerable seniors, a semi-private room runs $502 more per month than memory care, while a private room is a staggering $1,612 more per month than memory care in Saint Louis. However, assisted living is a more affordable senior care option than memory care, costing $1,025 less per month, while adult day health care is the most affordable senior care option in Saint Louis. It is $3,207 less than memory care per month. 

Homemaker Services

$5,482

Home Health Aide

$5,482

Adult Day Health Care

$1,918

Assisted Living Facility

$4,100

Memory Care

$5,627

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,737

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Saint Louis

In Saint Louis there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Missouri page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care - Missouri

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Missouri page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Saint Louis

Seniors in Saint Louis and their families can benefit from access to free resources provided by the county and state of Missouri. Whether you need access to transportation for medical appointments or options for in-home care, it’s possible to connect with the resources you need through Missouri’s DHSS. Here are three free resources for seniors with Alzheimers in Saint Louis to get you started. 

ResourceContactService
The Missouri Care Options (MCO) Program866-835-3505The MCO program offers information to residents of Missouri regarding their available options for long term care, including in-home and community care center services. Agents can advise you on available supervised adult day care programs, 24-hour nursing care options, help with laundry and meal preparation and companion programs to offer relief to family caregivers. Qualifying seniors should be Medicaid eligible.
Alzheimer's Association, Greater Missouri Chapter800-272-3900The Greater Missouri chapter of the Alzheimer's Association serves Saint Louis County and surrounding cities, such as Columbia. They offer 24/7 helpline services in over 200 languages and valuable caregiver resources, including online or phone support and consultations.
Alzheimer's Buddies NorthSide Memories Program (978) 777-6497Alzheimer's Buddies, in collaboration with the Wesley House Association, launched this program in North Saint Louis in September of 2021. The free program allows your loved one with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia to meet with a trained college student on Saturdays (under Wesley House staff supervision) to provide family caretakers with a break. The opportunity also provides your loved one with memory or thinking changes a chance to socialize and interact with the student Buddy.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Saint Louis

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

Laws and Regulations for Memory Care in Missouri

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