Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Saint Louis, MO below include 92 memory care communities with 986 reviews. On average in Saint Louis, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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CARING STARS WINNER
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
5342 Butler Hill Rd., Saint Louis, MO 63128
4.7
(4 reviews)
"My mom moved to Avalon Memory Care St. Louis. They are wonderful. They have done everything we've asked them to do. The price is a little high, but overall for what you're getting, they take very much pride in what they do. They attend to the seniors..."
$6,675
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
One McKnight Place, Saint Louis, MO 63124
4.6
(11 reviews)
"I want to go to The Gatesworth. It was my taste. It was very comfortable. It wasn't homey, but it was top-notch. It was nice looking. I like the feel of it. David, who accommodated me, was excellent. He was very thorough. He answered all my questions..."
$3,825
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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2929 Dougherty Ferry Road, Saint Louis, MO 63122
4.4
(7 reviews)
"My partner is moving into Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living & Memory Care. He will have his own private room. It's a small room, but it looked adequate, nice, and modern. There were only 8 residents in the memory care area now, but they could accommoda..."
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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
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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5300 Butler Hill Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63128
3.5
(8 reviews)
"My father has moved into Delmar Gardens South. It's been very good. They've been pretty quick to react to anything that we bring up, and they've helped a lot in getting Medicaid certification completed. They have helped us with the monthly payments u..."
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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
5408 South Broadway, Saint Louis, MO 63111
3.0
(3 reviews)
"St. Louis Altenheim is pretty fancy. It's right on the Mississippi River. You look out and you see the barges, then you look north, and you see The Arch. I have a one-bedroom that's about 30 by 30. I am on the corner so it has two big windows on each..."
$3,480
3380 Lake Bend Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63088
Cape Albeon Lakeside Retirement Living, located in Saint Louis, MO, offers a variety of care options for seniors. This community provides independent living, assisted living, respite care, and memory care to meet the diverse needs of its residents. The living spaces are designed as apartments, which aim to combine the comforts of home with the benefits of community living. Each apartment in Cape Albeon Lakeside Retirement Living includes a living room, dining area, and options for a full kitchen or a kitchenette. These features allow residents to maintain an independent lifestyle, with the flexibility to prepare meals and entertain guests in their own space. The community also ensures that residents have access to a range of amenities to enhance their living experience. These include outdoor common areas, a swimming pool, on-site parking, and the ability to bring pets. For social and recreational enjoyment, there are shared common areas, a hot tub spa, communal dining, and a gated facility with walking and hiking areas. In addition to the physical amenities, Cape Albeon Lakeside Retirement Living provides a variety of services and activities. Residents can enjoy entertainment programs, health and wellness activities, social events, salon services, and spiritual programs. Group exercise options are also available, promoting an active and engaged lifestyle. The community is dedicated to offering a supportive environment where seniors can thrive and connect with others.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Licensing and Certification
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118 Ohmes Road, Cottleville, MO 63376
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Glenfield Memory Care Homes. I liked that it was smaller and it felt very homey. The furniture was included, but you can bring your own if you want to. The staff showed me a salon, which was very nice, and I liked where the showers were. The..."
$7,500
1050 Fountain Lakes Dr, O Fallon, IL 62269
5.0
(4 reviews)
"We went to Keystone Place at Richland Creek. It's very nice. Lots of activities. It's a combination of independent, assisted, and a memory care unit. The rooms are pretty spacious. The one-bedroom is large. It's like 800 square feet. So, we looked at..."
$3,895
500 Bluffstone Circle, St. Charles, MO 63304
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Everything at The Boulevard of St Peters was very well done. It was relatively new. It's just been there for a year. So, everything was nice. We had already put a deposit there for Mom, but we didn't get to use it. The lady was very professional...."
$2,910
7651 Clayton Road, Clayton, MO 63117
4.9
(10 reviews)
"The rooms and food are amazing. The staff are all 5 stars...."
$3,800
710 So. Main St, Columbia, IL 62236
4.8
(5 reviews)
"I went to Reflections at Garden Place. It was a very, very good place. I like the person I interviewed with. She was great. I like the fact that there were only 19 people there. But the bad part was that my husband would have to be able to walk with ..."
$7,195
CARING STARS WINNER
16219 Autumn View Terrace Drive, Ellisville, MO 63011
4.7
(16 reviews)
"My mother will be moving into Autumn View Gardens - Ellisville. It is in a different league. The people that are there, you can see life in their eyes. They're engaged. They're not just a beating heart and a mouth to feed. They had a luau and they ma..."
$2,990
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 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.
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.
Using several strategies for memory care, including a mix of private and public pay options, promotes long-term financial viability for residents and families.
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
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.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| The Missouri Care Options (MCO) Program | 866-835-3505 | The 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 Chapter | 800-272-3900 | The 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) 777-6497 | Alzheimer'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 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.
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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.
A memory care community’s services and amenities shape its culture and accommodate residents’ evolving needs. Many families prioritize activities programming, access to medical support and cleanliness as they research long-term care options for their loved ones.
A Caring.com Family Advisor specializes in helping seniors and families compare memory care communities and find options that best suit their needs. Contact one today to learn more about the amenities and services in Saint Louis’s memory care units.
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