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Memory care in Kirkwood offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Kirkwood is about $5,732 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 41 communities, read 1256 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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8.0
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79 reviews
The common areas are very clean, however, Mom's room rarely gets cleaned because they can't keep staff. Between my sister and I we keep her room clean, but we pay for this service, so we are not happy about...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living & Memory Care, a luxurious senior living community just outside St. Louis, Missouri. Here you can enjoy a full lifestyle that balances independence with personal assistance. The community offers 95 comfortable, maintenance-free apartments, along with...
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9.4
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33 reviews
I recently visited my cousin at Avalon. I was very pleased to meet some of the staff taking care of her and witnessed their loving and compassionate interactions with her. The food was wonderful and her room...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you are a resident of the St. Louis metropolitan area, then you may need to be aware of the services that Avalon Memory Care can provide for you or a loved one. This community provides support for dementia-related illness for you and your loved one within this appealing urban setting.The staff...
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9.2
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30 reviews
what we like the most about Allegro Richmond Heights are the aids that are friendly to mom, and it provides transportation to her doctor appts. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Allegro is proud to bring more than 40 years of experience to the St. Louis metropolitan area, home of our company headquarters. Allegro strives to reimagine senior living, bringing comfort, convenience and quality care to older adults who want and deserve the best.Allegro Richmond Heights...
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9.2
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15 reviews
There is a large turn around in staffing. The food service leaves something to be desired. They do have a lot of activities and the techs are really nice.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Cedarhurst of Arnold, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Arnold, Missouri, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for...
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9.1
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71 reviews
Dad was reluctant to move in. It was a big change in a new city. The staff were so great and supportive for not only my dad, but for me too! While it took time for him to settle in, as it always does, they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise of Webster Groves is an assisted living and memory care community in St. Louis, Missouri.
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9.1
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72 reviews
Management and staff are very caring. They work very hard to care for residents and their families. Yes, we would definitely recommend the community to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We welcome new residents! Please contact us to schedule a tour and find out about our special pricing incentive.Westview at Ellisville is the premier senior living community in Ellisville, Missouri. We offer, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care. Opened in the summer of 2012.We know how...
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9.0
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79 reviews
My mom was in memory care, the food was not great in memory care. Better in the assisted-living. They were short-staffed at times. Also activities on memory care were a little too nonexistent. Activities in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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68 reviews
The food is just average. However, people in the community seem to be friendly towards my mom. The staff make it such that I have no worries or concerns about my mom living there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Autumn Gardens provides your loved one with a caring embrace in Creve Coeur. It is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is a cornerstone of how we operate, which means everything we do is in service of our residents. Our assisted living community promotes...
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8.8
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71 reviews
[name removed] was excellent and very Informative when choosing an assisted living facility for our mother. The facility is clean and homey. Her room is spacious and mimics her previous home situation. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Southview Assisted Living is the premier senior living community in South County near St. Louis, Missouri. We offer, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care . This newly built senior living community will begin welcoming residents in Summer 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially...
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8.7
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96 reviews
Overall, we're happy with the care. The facilities are nice. I wish there was less staff turnover. We also feel that the 3rd floor memory unit gets fussed over less than the first floor residents too....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you're looking for an assisted living option other than the traditional nursing home, Sunrise on Chesterfield is a great choice. We offer a range of individualized assistance and care—from light support to care that addresses more complex needs—in a setting that feels like home.Guided by our...
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8.8
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18 reviews
All personnel from the manager to the nurse to the maintenance supervisor to the daily aides all know how to deal with dementia patients in a kind and dignified way.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Sheridan at Creve Coeur, residents pursue their passions within a lively, social atmosphere. They enjoy chef-prepared meals with friends in the elegant dining room, play games in the living rooms, get creative in the art studio, and exercise in the fitness center and physical therapy...
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8.6
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45 reviews
I am happy with the staff and the space my mom loves in. The meals are good. The nice thing is i can always ask for a sandwich or some food for my mom. They are very flexible throughout the day with meal...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Perfectly nestled between Ladue, Frontenac and Clayton, MO, in Richmond Heights, Promenade Senior Living will offer an active and engaged lifestyle with just the right supportive care available when needed. Just a stone's throw from all of the exciting cultural, shopping & dining attractions St....
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8.6
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21 reviews
The owner, [name removed], is easy to talk to/ work with, but any issues are slow to resolve. He does much of the work himself, so delays occur as issues have to be reprioritized. I was told there are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gables at Brady Circle is revolutionizing assisted living care by removing the institutional setting and returning to an intimate, residential social model.We understand that the choice of an assisted living/ Memory Care community is a difficult and stressful process. That is why we embrace...
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8.5
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2 reviews
The staff is kind and friendly. They got to know my mom and sit and just talk with her. They built a relationship with her. This is a must for someone in memory care. The food is amazing. The chef knows my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
THE LUMIERE OF CHESTERFIELDIN CHESTERFIELD, MONestled in a peaceful suburban setting just 30 minutes away from downtown St. Louis, seniors lead a luxurious retirement supported by a full range of personalized care at The Lumiere of Chesterfield. French for light, we live up to our Lumiere...
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8.5
Review score
23 reviews
The outreach fellow is great The flower arranging is fun The Bingo lady makes it exciting The outings on the van were fun The kitchen area on the floors could always use a good cleaning My auntie doesn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience elegant, boutique senior living at affordable rates. The charm of the Altenheim begins with its magnificent location on the banks of the scenic Mississippi. From the moment you walk in, you'll feel at home with the most delightful surroundings you could ask for in an independent,...
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8.3
Review score
44 reviews
The staff was very nice and caring, and the facility was clean. However, they could improve on the food service, it was understaffed. Based on the experience we had, we would still recommend Brookdale West...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Embrace FreedomWhat would you do if you woke up each morning in your own private retreat knowing the only thing you were responsible for was cultivating the retirement of your dreams? Here at our assisted living and memory care community in Ballwin, Missouri, you can make that your reality....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.2
Review score
76 reviews
Most of the staff is very friendly, but there seems to be a very high rate of turnover. So some services are not always on time/as scheduled.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Creve Coeur Assisted Living, a socially active retirement community! Conveniently located near Olive and Highway 270, our community is within minutes of everything the city of Creve Coeur has to offer-seven parks, a golf course, more than a dozen churches, plus chic specialty stores,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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22 Floor plans available
8.1
Review score
46 reviews
It was wonderful. They were right on time for us we need a place real fast n they were very good to accommodate to day we needed to move my dad. They greeted him and he received them very well and still is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
St. Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care is a newly owned and operated senior living community conveniently located in the heart of St. Louis Hills. Our focus on customer excellence and honoring our elders through a commitment to serve with integrity, compassion, and purpose is...
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8.0
Review score
4 reviews
Accommodates my independent living needs and my wife’s skilled nursing needs. Good central location in Chesterfield, MO Pet friendly with new gated ‘Pet Park’ !!! Dining quality is excellent! Enjoy quick...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Friendship Village campus in Chesterfield has been here for 45+ years. We've stood as a quality example of senior care - in all levels of care - for decades. Our caregivers have some of the longest tenures in the industry, and we use no agency nursing staff. Our Assisted Living offering...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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33 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
51 reviews
I really like the building and I thought the rooms were nice. I like the availability of the staff, but the staff is completely turned over.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Town and Country Senior Living, where compassionate care meets vibrant community living! Nestled in the heart of a charming neighborhood, our assisted living and memory care options offer a warm and welcoming environment for seniors seeking a supportive lifestyle.At Town and Country we...
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7.9
Review score
18 reviews
Living at Clarendale is an experience that is on going with all the pleasant experiences and happy residents. There are activities for all how wish to attend. There are movies both matinees and evening. We...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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33 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
44 reviews
Daily staff, especially the nursing techs, are very pleasant and helpful. They show genuine care for our loved one. Only difficulty is getting a smooth establishment with paperwork/billing/etc correct.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Fairmont on Clayton is located in the Clayton / Richmond Heights area, just minutes from the Galleria Mall. We pride ourselves in our excellent ability to care for a wide array of care needs in an environment that is warm and homelike.Step into our community and you can't help but feel at home....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.8
Review score
32 reviews
Mom is doing well at The grande and they check on her every two hours, help her get dressed, showered and get ready for bed. We have had a very good experience with staff. Executive Director [name removed] ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
7.6
Review score
77 reviews
Most staff is great. It is a problem when short staffed which impacts response times and patience. Rooms are very nice! Size as expected. Beautiful facility and property.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you're looking for an assisted living option other than the traditional nursing home, Sunrise of Des Peres is a great choice. We offer a range of individualized assistance and care—from light support to care that addresses more complex needs—in a setting that feels like home.Guided by our...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
7.2
Review score
20 reviews
Management and leadership staff were amazing from the beginning with working with me to get my father settled. However, there were concerns around missing belongings.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Kingsland Walk Senior Living offers so much more than a place to hang your hat. We are a true community, shaped by the relationships we form and the adventures we share. We are committed to crafting a lifestyle rich in experiences that go beyond the traditional concept of senior living, and we...
Cost of memory care in Kirkwood, MO
The average cost of senior living in Kirkwood is $5,732 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shrewsbury, MO with an average of $5,587 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Kirkwood
Recent reviews for memory care in Kirkwood
Autumn View Gardens, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Ellisville, MO
4.7
My wife is very happy here. The staff is always very friendly and caring to the residents and the family - I know it can be a hard job so I really appreciate them. I have been here for meal times and the food looks to be good. I would absolutely recommend Autumn View Gardens to others. ...
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Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO
4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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NHC Place Saint Peters Memory Care
5.0
I cannot say enough nice things about the Villagers of St. Peter's. My mom's over all care was exceptional. My sister and I received help as well with better instructions on how to deal with mom's mental challenges. My mother passed away in [date removed]v and they again were a great help with ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Understaffed facilities and inconsistent care. Many reviews mention the lack of sufficient staffing in several communities, leading to inconsistent care for residents. Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living and Memory Care describes their experience with a facility that promised level 4 care but was understaffed, resulting in one staff member car ...
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Communication between families and staff. Clear and effective communication is a top priority for many families. Creve Coeur Assisted Living praises the staff for keeping them informed and involving them in activities for their loved one at Creve Coeur Assisted Living. On the other hand, Fairmont on Clayton and Avalon Memory Care - ...
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Engaging activities and socialization. Activities and socialization are important for residents' overall well-being. Allegro Richmond Heights shares that their mom is so happy at Allegro Richmond Heights due to the excellent activities offered. The Grande at Laumeier Park also highly recommends The Grande for its efforts to keep ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of living spaces. Maintaining clean and well-kept living spaces is essential for residents' comfort and health. Brooking Park shares concerns about the cleanliness at Brooklyn Park, while The Grande at Laumeier Park appreciates the cleanliness at The Grande. Brookdale West County describes the beautiful fac ...
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Dedicated and caring staff. Having compassionate and dedicated staff is a key factor in ensuring a positive experience for residents and their families. Brookdale West County expresses disappointment with the possible abuse at Brookdale West County, but American House Town and Country and Avalon Memory Care - St. Loui ...
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Flexible and accommodating dining options. Flexible and accommodating dining options are important for residents' satisfaction and overall well-being. The Grande at Chesterfield appreciates the variety of menu choices and responsiveness to their loved one's needs at the community, while Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living and Memory Care ...
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Kirkwood review score based on 334 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 334 reviews of 36 Kirkwood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Kirkwood review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Kirkwood review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Kirkwood memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 334 reviews of 36 Kirkwood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Kirkwood resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Kirkwood, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Kirkwood memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kirkwood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kirkwood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Kirkwood memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Kirkwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
66.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.2%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.1%
72.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
61.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
72.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Kirkwood memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Kirkwood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kirkwood, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
86.1%
74.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
83.3%
46.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
88.9%
70.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.8%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kirkwood memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kirkwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kirkwood, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
69.4%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
45.6%
No sugar
No sugar
69.4%
42.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.9%
51.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.8%
20.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Kirkwood memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kirkwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kirkwood, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
32.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80.6%
40.9%
Room service
Room service
72.2%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
55.6%
23.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Kirkwood memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Kirkwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kirkwood, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
80.6%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
69.4%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
29.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
54.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
61.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80.6%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
77.8%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
80.6%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
58.3%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
63.9%
22.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
47.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Clarendale of St. Peters, Barathaven Memory Care and The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Kirkwood, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 41 memory care facilities near Kirkwood, Missouri. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Kirkwood, Missouri are Barathaven Memory Care, The Landing of O'Fallon and Avalon Memory Care - St. Louis. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 41 memory care facilities near you in Kirkwood, Missouri typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Kirkwood, Missouri, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Kirkwood, Missouri ranges from $1 to $10850. The average Memory Care cost in Kirkwood, Missouri is $5,732. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Kirkwood, Missouri typically starts at $1. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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