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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in St Louis, MO

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The Gateway to the West is a vibrant city with plenty to offer. St. Louis is large enough that it has a diverse range of services and activities but small enough to maintain a community feel. St. Louis has plenty to provide seniors and their families looking to transition loved ones to memory care.

With 14 memory care facilities within a 10-mile radius of downtown St. Louis — partnered with A Place for Mom — these communities are often part of assisted living or independent living communities. These facilities provide specialized help for seniors who struggle with memory issues and ensure seniors have access to the amenities and activities that make life a little more fulfilling.

This guide provides a comprehensive look into memory care facilities in St. Louis. You will learn about cost and payment options, regulations that protect seniors’ rights, health care, transportation services available, and activities to participate in with your loved one.

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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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It's not infrequent that the main elevator has one side that is broken down; older furnishings; worn carpets; minor repairs in family member's room needing repair by family members. The cleaning staff work...
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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Very nice place to be. The staff is kind and helpful. The food is very good. The facility is clean and laundry is done nicely. My only complaint has been with urine catheter help. The staff empties 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.
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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My mom was only there for 12 days before she passed away but everything that you have listed were excellent. I'll never say a great value for the money because $[removed] a month is a lot but it's ...
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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Perfect. My Mom was originally skeptical but came to feel safe and comfortable. Very homey. Well designed. Lots of light. Very efficient room layout.
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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Everything so far has been great. Great overall experience, perfect size place and not too fancy for mom's taste. Everything seems clean as far as I can tell. Staff is friendly to mom and the family. Mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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The staff and administrators work WITH the family to determine the best plan for the loved one. The medication is given precisely as instructed. They actually do really cool activities. The food and...
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....
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We needed a month of assisted living care for my husband. We visited several facilities and decided that Promenade suited our needs best. We made a great choice. The staff was friendly, kind and...
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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The two areas where the Gables is lacking is the food and the social activities. When we put Mom into the Gables we pretty much needed somewhere to get her right away and the Gables did not have a "" move-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.
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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My mother was moved to The Grande from an Illinois memory care facility because she required care not available in Illinois. Sadly she was only there 2 months before passing. But in that time we were pleased...
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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[Name Removed] goes well beyond serving as a director of memory care; she is an advisor and friend to my mom. Without her guidance and care we would be lost. Previous to her arrival our mom’s care was...
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...
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I cannot overstate how awful the food is. Worse, you MUST pay $[removed]/month for it. with no discount if you don't eat anything there. Those old people sit for an hour at mealtimes with out getting any...
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.
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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.
Assisted living is the perfect scenario for older adults who need some assistance but enjoy their independence. Our community offers 24/7 care, a social environment brimming with options, and a range of programs and services that provides meals, housekeeping, laundry, and assistance with personal...
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So far my experience has been great. It came just when the family needed it and it has been a godsend to me. The Head of Nurse is very informative and keeps communication open with the family. The staff...
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 Estates of Hidden Lake, (CCRC), offering the peace of mind that comes with knowing your'll enjoy priority access to additional levels of care should your needs ever change.Independent Living: Thirty two distinctive cottage homes or select from a one or two bedroom apartment. Which suits...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
We are 208 bed facility located in what is known as Baden in the city of Saint Louis. We have staff that have been here for more than 30 years. We offer our residents and their families a staff with the ability to make the transition to a skilled facility easier by getting the right answer to...
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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.

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How we rank order the St Louis community options above

We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders St Louis community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:

  • Proximity to your search location
  • Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
  • The amount of detailed community information available

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Costs of memory care in the St. Louis area

According to data from A Place for Mom, the average total monthly cost of memory care in St. Louis is $4,875.[01] This includes associated fees and service fee add-ons. You can expect the following to be included:

  • Personal care services
  • Provided meals and dining
  • Transportation options
  • On-site activities and programs
  • Secured courtyards and community spaces
  • Therapies specific to memory loss
  • The following figures below represent baseline costs a family can expect to pay for memory care facilities without additional fees.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in St Louis, MO vs. nearby cities

St Louis, MO
$5,391/mo
$5,455/mo
$5,455/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in St Louis, MO vs. the state and national average

St Louis, MO
$5,391/mo
U.S. national average
$5,452/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in St Louis vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,391/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in St Louis, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$4,560/mo
Studio
$5,411/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,529/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,946/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in St Louis over time

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How people pay for memory care in St. Louis

Seniors and their families can pay for memory care in several ways. For example, programs like Medicare and Medicaid can cover some health care costs, while private funding can contribute to custodial expenses like rent.

While some people choose to fund a move to a memory care facility through one financial source, most people will combine income streams to cover costs and use any additional benefits wisely.

In this section, you’ll learn how programs like Medicaid, Medicare, VA benefits, private payment, and public assistance can be used to pay for memory care.

Private pay methods

Private pay methods are incredibly common when paying for memory care facilities. These income sources include Social Security benefits, pensions, and investment returns. Other sources include:

VA benefits
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Number of veterans who live in St. Louis

About 33% of St. Louis veterans are 75+

For veterans who need support paying for memory care, there are several benefits, each with different eligibility requirements. Local support groups and veterans services officers are also on hand to help veterans and their families navigate the process of identifying and applying for benefits.

One generous benefit is the Aid and Attendance benefit. Aid and Attendance is for those who need help performing daily tasks, have limited eyesight, or have an illness that requires bed rest.

To better understand the benefits a veteran may be eligible for, we recommend touching base with a veterans services officer through the veterans services organization (VSOs) who can help you navigate the VA benefits system. Veterans services officers are vetted by the VA and are recognized as the best resource for eligibility and application support.

For additional community support, consider contacting the St. Louis County Veterans Program or one of the 5 Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) posts in St. Louis; each can offer various levels of assistance for case management, advocacy, and referral services. There are also 17 American Legion locations where you can find help. We’ve listed several resources below.

Resources for St. Louis veterans

Local veterans resources 

St. Louis County Veterans Program
St. Louis County Government Center NW
715 NW Plaza Drive
St. Ann, MO 63074
Phone: 314-615-7400
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

St. Louis Veterans Services Officers 

Virgina Mack
Missouri Veterans Home
10600 Lewis & Clark Blvd., Rm # R1-109
St. Louis, MO, 63136
Phone: 314-421-8637
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Christy Allison
Missouri Veterans Home
10600 Lewis & Clark Blvd.
St. Louis, MO, 63136
Phone: 314-421-8654
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Derrick Russell
9700 Page Ave.
St. Louis, MO, 63132
Phone: 314-421-8676
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Nathan Ruhnow
Prevedel Federal Building/Missouri Veterans Commission
9700 Page Ave., Rm # R1-109
St. Louis, MO, 63132
Phone: 314-421-8673
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Malinda Graves-Sampson
Prevedel Federal Building/Missouri Veterans Commission
9700 Page Ave., Rm # R1-109
St. Louis, MO 63132
Phone: 314-421-8674
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

VSOs

Veterans of Foreign Wars Posts

Post 3480 Capt. Horace G. Burke Post
5020 State St.
East St. Louis, IL 62205
Phone: 618-271-7004

Post 6137 Newport Heights Memorial Post
5468 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116
Phone: 314-352-6137

Post 8112 Gruhala-Gmeiner Memorial Post
4310 S. 38th St.
St. Louis, MO 63116
Phone: 314-351-8890

American Legion

Quentin Roosevelt Post 1
5408 S. Broadway Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63111

Griesedieck-Fournier Post 3
4617 Dahlia Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63116

Fred W. Stockham Post 4
405 Washington Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63102

Medicaid

In some cases, Medicaid (called MO HealthNet in Missouri) can cover the costs of memory care and can also be used for in-home health services deemed medically necessary for residents.

Through the Supplemental Nursing Care program, Medicaid will pay up to $292 monthly to fund care in assisted living facilities that admit people with dementia. Medicaid resources can also be accessed through the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program to cover care and nursing services received in the memory care facility. You can help your loved one apply online for Medicaid.

St. Louis’ local Area Agency on Aging (SLAAA) is another helpful resource to help families and loved ones understand the benefits available to seniors and eligibility requirements. In addition, the St. Louis County Ombudsman is on hand to assist with advocacy, support, or grievances.

St. Louis resident Medicaid resources

Local Medicaid resources

Missouri Department of Social Services, MO HealthNet Division
615 Howerton Court
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: 573-751-3425

St. Louis Area Agency on Aging (SLAAA)
1200 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: 314-622-4800

St. Louis County Ombudsman
8050 Watson Road, Suite 155
St. Louis, MO 63119
Phone: 314-918-8222

Medicare

While Medicare doesn’t cover custodial costs, such as room and board, it can be used to pay for some of the medical expenses associated with memory care. This includes short-term medically necessary health care, in-home care, and health expenses. For seniors admitted to an Alzheimer’s special care unit (memory care facility), Medicare may pay some of the costs for eligible individuals.

Medicare also offers the Medicare Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Model for people with chronic conditions (like dementia), which provides additional benefits and reduced cost sharing.[02]

Missouri CLAIM, a part of Missouri’s official State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), provides financial counseling, as does Circle of Care Counseling. All of these programs offer free and unbiased services to help answer questions about coverage for your loved one’s care.

Meanwhile, St. Louis Area Agency on Aging (SLAAA) can help support seniors needing financial assistance. This organization provides funding to support premiums, deductibles, and copays. For assistance paying for medication, MORx, the state’s Pharmacy Assistance Program, will help pay for prescription medication covered under Medicare Part D.

Applying for Medicare can be complicated and stressful. In addition to the above resources, St. Louis’ local Social Security Administration is on hand to support. For grievances and advocacy,  the State Office of Long-Term Care Ombudsman program and the St. Louis Ombudsman Program can support families and seniors who need help.

St. Louis resident Medicare resources

St. Louis Medicare assistance and advocacy

Social Security Administration Office
717 N. 16th St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: 800-772-1213

St. Louis Area Agency on Aging (SLAAA)
1520 Market Road
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: 314-612-5918
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Circle of Care Counseling
423 Chez Paree
Hazelwood, MO 63042
Phone: 314-873-3501

State Office of Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Phone: 800-309-3282

St. Louis Ombudsman 
8050 Watson Road, Suite 155
St. Louis, MO 63119
Phone: 314-918-8222

St. Louis Medicare programs

Medicare Savings Program
City Hall
1200 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: 314-622-4800

Understand Missouri laws and regulations for memory care facilities

The Department of Health and Senior Services requires all memory care facilities to be licensed; after that, the state must inspect them annually. They are licensed as assisted living facilities (ALF) by the state (and sometimes referred to as long-term care facilities more generally). By definition, ALFs must provide:

  • 24-hour supervision and access to care and services
  • Room and board
  • Help with activities of daily living
  • Medication storage and administration
  • Health care that is under the supervision of a licensed doctor

Because of the unique needs of seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s, staff training is a priority, and memory care facilities are required to additionally train staff in the following areas:

  • Communication with people with dementia
  • Managing behaviors
  • MO-6 techniques for creating a safe environment
  • Creating a routine for residents based on individual needs

Inspections are done annually for all long-term care facilities in St. Louis. You can see the latest inspection reports by searching here. Keep in mind that if you’re looking for memory care, it will be listed under its licensed category: assisted living facility.

Missouri Department of Health contact information

St. Louis Department of Health
1520 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: 314-657-1528
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for St. Louis memory care facilities

St. Louis doesn’t have any statewide COVID-19 mandates in place. Instead, the city recommends following general best practices as laid out by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

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Vaccinations. Vaccinations in staff and residents are encouraged.

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Masking. The Department of Health encourages people to wear masks if they are considered high-risk or if transmission rates are high.

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Staff safety. Staff must notify their employer when experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and follow the facility’s guidance regarding social distancing.

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Quarantining. Avoid people with COVID-19 symptoms and self-isolate if you have COVID-19.

What to expect from memory care living in St. Louis

For residents in memory care, expect around-the-clock care with everything on-site designed to improve quality of life and protect your loved one. Our partner memory care communities offer a range of activities and on-site therapies. Staff is on hand to assist residents with activities that become difficult as dementia progresses, like bathing, dressing, eating, and using the toilet.

Engaging activities to support memory

The stage of dementia or Alzheimer’s will primarily guide the types of safe and engaging activities for seniors. Our partner memory care facilities cater to this by providing a range of individual and group activities to meet residents where they’re at. For example, art classes, live music, and pet-focused programs are popular activities for seniors. In contrast, brain fitness and trivia games, reminiscence programs, and more active exercises like a walking club and chair yoga will ensure people in the earlier stages of dementia or Alzheimer’s stay as healthy and engaged as possible.

An environment where security is a top priority

The nature of memory care means security is a priority. Our partner memory care communities in St. Louis take care of complete medication management and are trained to support seniors with disorientation and those who are restless or wander. All memory care communities have staff onsite and awake 24/7, while nearly half have a wander guard or similar system available.

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Unfamiliar with St. Louis? Highlights for seniors

187,822

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in St. Louis

19%
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the St. Louis population
$54,928

Median annual income for St. Louis seniors 65 and older

Health care for seniors in St. Louis

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Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Placed on the Best Hospitals Honor Roll by U.S News and World Report, Barnes-Jewish Hospital is nationally ranked in numerous specialties.

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Missouri Baptist Medical Center

This general medical and surgical facility is well known for treating heart conditions like heart bypass surgery and aortic valve surgery. U.S. News and World Report rated it as high performing in three adult specialties and 15 procedures and conditions.

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Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Mercy Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility spread across two campuses. It’s ranked high performing across 13 procedures and conditions and three adult specialties.

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St. Luke’s Hospital – Chesterfield

Another hospital known for its treatment of heart conditions, St. Luke’s Hospital – Chesterfield, is rated as high performing in 13 adult procedures and conditions.

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Christian Hospital

A regionally ranked medical and surgical facility, Christian Hospital is highly rated for lung cancer surgery and its treatment of COPD.

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St. Louis VA Medical Center

The VA medical center is designed specifically for veterans and provides primary and specialty care. It also offers treatment for substance abuse, recreation therapy, and rehabilitation.

Transportation for seniors in St. Louis

Almost all of our partner memory care facilities in St. Louis (93% to be exact) provide complimentary transportation for seniors. However, because memory care residents typically can’t drive, families or friends need to check with the care communities they’re interested in to identify what kind of transportation is available and where seniors can be taken by the facility.

For people who want to travel with a senior loved one and are unable to drive or use on-site transport, consider the following senior-specific options that allow caregivers to ride along, too:

  • Metro’s Call-A-Ride Program offers wheelchair-accessible curb-to-curb transportation for those with physical or cognitive disabilities in St. Louis.
  • The City of St. Louis offers free transportation for non-emergency errands and St. Louis Area Agency on Agency-sponsored senior centers.

Senior activities in St. Louis

Finding activities for seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia can feel challenging, but when you land on an activity they enjoy, you’ll improve social connections and reduce anxiety for your loved ones.

There are several groups designed for seniors and their family members to connect over social activities and with other seniors in the community. For example, the Caregiver Club hosts caregiver companion outings in collaboration with local St. Louis businesses such as Grant’s Farm. These small group outings allow seniors with memory loss and their families to spend time together in a safe, fun environment while also providing the opportunity to connect with others in similar situations.

The Big Muddy Dance Company hosts Senior Embrace, a program that brings dance to people who cannot travel to theaters. For more mobile people, they also offer a movement workshop to help improve overall health, happiness, and quality of life.

Spending time with animals can be beneficial for many seniors in memory care, so consider visiting Grant’s Farm. Home to the famous Budweiser Clydesdales, Grant Farm is ADA accessible (including the tram rides through Deer Park) and features a petting zoo for those who want to get up close and personal with some furry friends. Sophia M. Sach’s Butterfly House is an excellent option for a more tranquil day out. With more than a thousand butterflies living in the conservatory, there’s always something to see, and free wheelchair rental is available for those with low mobility.

For music lovers, consider taking in a show at the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra or Sheldon Concert Hall. The Sheldon Concert Hall regularly hosts jazz, folk, and classical musicians, as well as a Coffee Concert Series specifically for seniors. The Grammy-award-winning St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, led by Stéphane Denève, has a number of series with guest artists and offers free events throughout the city regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clarendale of St. Peters, The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living and Allegro Richmond Heights are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near St Louis, MO. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Memory Care in St Louis is $5,391 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

The 20 memory care facilities near you in St Louis, Missouri typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in St Louis, Missouri, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in St Louis, Missouri, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in St Louis, Missouri ranges from $1 to $10272. The average Memory Care cost in St Louis, Missouri is $5,391. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in St Louis, 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.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. (2023). Medicare Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design Model. CMS Innovation Center.

  3. U.S News & World Report. (2023). Barnes-Jewish Hospital.

  4. U.S News & World Report. (2023). Missouri Baptist Medical Center.

  5. U.S News & World Report. (2023). Mercy Hospital St. Louis.

  6. U.S News & World Report. (2023). St. Luke’s Hospital-Chesterfield.

  7. U.S News & World Report. (2023). Christian Hospital.

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A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. (2023). Medicare Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design Model. CMS Innovation Center.

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U.S News & World Report. (2023). Barnes-Jewish Hospital.

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U.S News & World Report. (2023). Missouri Baptist Medical Center.

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U.S News & World Report. (2023). Mercy Hospital St. Louis.

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U.S News & World Report. (2023). St. Luke’s Hospital-Chesterfield.

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U.S News & World Report. (2023). Christian Hospital.