St. Louis sits near the Mississippi River and Illinois border in eastern Missouri. The region hosts many assisted living communities, including 68 within St. Louis' city limits and 139 in surrounding areas. In 2024, residents of these communities pay about $5,100 per month, outpacing the typical price in Missouri of $4,851.
We've collected 1496 reviews reviews of St. Louis' assisted living communities, featuring an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars stars. Explore our directory below to learn more.
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3715 Jamieson Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63109
3.0
(5 reviews)
"I liked this facility because my Grandmother was in need of a place to stay because she could no longer stay by herself. She was unable to bathe herself or do many other normal everyday tasks. This is the reason I took her to the Loving Care Home. I ..."
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1111 South Berry Road, Saint Louis, MO 63122
3.0
(4 reviews)
"My mother moved into Bethesda Hawthorne Place three weeks ago. It's close to me. The staff is very nice and helpful. She hasn't said anything either way about the food. I can't go there and see mom. I haven't been inside, but the outside is very nice..."
READ MORE4005 RIPA AVENUE, Saint Louis, MO 63125
2.6
(12 reviews)
"After trying other facilities Sherbrooke is the first place where I have peace of mind having my family member live here. Medication and other clinical needs are met quickly; diet restrictions are addressed; clean, cheerful room and shared-spaces; f..."
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1204 Telegraph Road, Saint Louis, MO 63125
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The Applegate Retirement Home was recommended by a friend of our aunt's, so we decided to make a trip down to visit. The grounds looked like they were well tended and there was plenty of seating outside, which our aunt really likes. The staff was we..."
READ MORE4361 Olive Street, Saint Louis, MO 63108
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Mary Ryder Home is OK, and I did get a chance to talk to the director. They have private and semi-private rooms. The semi-private room was OK with two beds and a wardrobe. They have Bingo, a choir, rehearsals, and they take them to doctor visits. ..."
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30 Sherman Road, Saint Louis, MO 63125
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Sylvan House in St. Louis has a lovely exterior with nicely kept greenery. The staff was friendly and the seating area inviting. We were offered a snack while we waited. We could see the staff interacting with a variety of residents, from those who c..."
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3217 Dr Martin Luther King Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63106
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The facilities were rather clean. The faculty was exceptionally polite and pleasant. They were knowledgeable about the needs of both the senior, as well as the individuals making such a difficult decision. They had several amnesties to provide, most ..."
READ MORE5500 Maple Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63112
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We picked the facility for a friend of mine. Overall everything is fine. I recommend the place as well for other people looking for assisted living. Staff and facilities of the place were generally ok and my friend is happy with it. ..."
READ MORE5500 SOUTH BROADWAY, Saint Louis, MO 63111
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The Riverview assisted living facility in Saint Louis seemed like a well-tended facility, from the moment we arrived. The main rooms were spacious, warm and well lit, with fresh flowers. We saw residents participating in games, conversation, exercis..."
READ MORE5626 Maffit Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63112
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Oasis Residential Care - West is a really nice assisted living facility in St. Louis, Missouri. We visited during a recent outing to the area to visit friends and family. Our aunt wants to stay in the area and can no longer live alone. The outer reg..."
READ MORE4336 LINDELL BOULEVARD, Saint Louis, MO 63108
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We visited Lindell Manor while searching for an assisted living facility in St. Louis for our uncle. He has lived in the region for most of his life - so he has a lot of friends and family there. We were comforted to know that there were plentiful he..."
READ MORE5076 Waterman Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63108
4.0
(1 reviews)
"A friend recommended that we visit the Allways Kare Residential Facility in St. Louis while were were there - searching for assisted living facility options for our uncle. He wants to stay in the region since he has a lot of friends and family nearby..."
READ MORE5000 SOUTH BROADWAY, Saint Louis, MO 63111
2.7
(7 reviews)
"I have a friend that has a grandfather at the Carrie Elligson Gietner Home. The nursing home is very clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. My friend's grandfather likes his room and he also likes the activities that are provided. I wou..."
READ MORE3333 BROWN ROAD, Saint Louis, MO 63114
2.5
(13 reviews)
"Truly a wonderful nursing home to have your love ones in the nurses are very caring the director of nursing is amazing and the CNAs are very exceptional ..."
READ MORE7700 MINNESOTA AVENUE, Saint Louis, MO 63111
3.0
(1 reviews)
"We considered the Chateau Ann Marie for our aunt which we were attracted to, given that it is an all-female facility. We thought perhaps she would be more comfortable in this type of environment, given the loss of our uncle a few years ago. The staf..."
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9350 Green Park Road, Saint Louis, MO 63123
2.1
(28 reviews)
"My sister-in-law is in Green Park nursing home. She is in the rehab part. So far, so good. The only contact I've had is when we go visit her through the window. I've talked to the staff and they all seemed friendly. My sister-in-law said some foods a..."
READ MORE1567 Salerno Dr, Saint Louis, MO 63133
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Missouri Department of Health and Senior..."
READ MORE4641 Washington Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63108
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Missouri Department of Health and Senior..."
READ MORE4337 MARYLAND AVENUE, Saint Louis, MO 63108
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Missouri Department of Health and Senior..."
READ MORE2929 Lafayette Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63104
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Missouri Department of Health and Senior..."
READ MORESt. Louis offers lower assisted living prices than the U.S. norm, according to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey. Nationally, prices come to about $250 higher per month. However, many nearby cities feature lower fees. Rates drop to approximately $4,411 in Columbia and $4,611 in Springfield, IL. Still, some cities are more costly, such as Jefferson City, where rates hover around $5,779.
St. Louis
$5,100
Missouri
$4,851
The United States
$5,350
Jefferson City
$5,779
Columbia
$4,411
Springfield, IL
$4,611
Saint Louis seniors concerned about the cost of assisted living facilities have two choices: the Supplemental Nursing Care Assistance Program and the Missouri Medicaid Aged and Disabled Waiver. Medicaid manages both programs, so income restrictions apply.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Missouri page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page.
In St. Louis, assisted living ranks among the lowest-priced senior care options. Adult day health care stands as the only cheaper option, at about $2,058 per month. Conversely, nursing home care costs approximately $2,094 more, while home health care costs about $1,573 more. In-home care is also more expensive, with rates around $1,001 higher than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living Facility
$5,100
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$7,194
There are several free resources in Saint Louis provided by government agencies and non-profit organizations. The resources listed below may be of some interest to seniors living in assisted living facilities and those considering moving to long-term care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis Regional Veteran Benefits Office | (314) 253-4389 | The Saint Louis Regional Veteran Benefits Office assists veterans and their spouses in ensuring they receive all the benefits they are eligible for. These benefits may include disability compensation, pensions and supplemental benefits such as the Aid and Attendance Benefit. In addition, the office can assist veterans in finding assisted living housing and support them in any other issues they may face. |
| Saint Louis Area Agency on Aging | (314) 612-5918 | The Saint Louis Area Agency on Aging provides seniors with information regarding transport, elderly services, food services and medicare benefits. The agency offers a long-term care ombudsman service that protects the rights of seniors in assisted living and other long-term care options. The ombudsman acts on behalf of the seniors if their rights are abused in any way by the care facility. |
| Saint Louis County Senior Department | (314) 615-4516 | The Saint Louis County Senior Department provides a range of services to assist seniors in the area. These services include tax preparation, claims assistance, volunteer opportunities, transportation and an active aging program. |
Saint Louis-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Missouri are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page for more information about these laws.
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