Best Senior Living Communities in Saint Louis, Missouri

Senior Living in Saint Louis at a Glance

Types of Senior Care Available in Saint Louis

• ●Independent Living — 128 communities
• ●Home Care — 108 communities
• ●Memory Care — 102 communities
• ●Assisted Living — 95 communities
• ●Skilled Nursing — 78 communities
• ●Ccrc — 18 communities
• ●Adult Day Care — 13 communities

Having multiple care types available in Saint Louis means residents may be able to transition between levels of care — from independent living to assisted living to memory care — without leaving their community or neighborhood.

Top-Rated Communities in Saint Louis

Based on CARES quality scores (rated out of 10):

• ●Friendship Village Assisted Living & Memory Care — CARES Score: 6.2/10
• ●Avalon Garden — CARES Score: 5.9/10
• ●St. Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care — CARES Score: 5.8/10

CARES scores evaluate care quality, dining, social life, amenities, and facilities — giving you an unbiased measure of community quality.

Senior Living Costs in Saint Louis

For current pricing in Saint Louis, browse individual community profiles on our Saint Louis communities page. Each listing includes starting prices when available.

How to Choose Senior Living in Saint Louis

With 377 options in Saint Louis, narrowing down the right fit takes some homework:

• ●Start with care needs — What level of daily assistance is needed now? What might be needed in 1-2 years?
• ●Set a budget — Know your monthly ceiling including potential care fee increases
• ●Visit in person — Tour at least 3 communities during different times of day; see the actual dining experience, not just the model apartment
• ●Talk to current residents and families — Their experience is the best indicator of daily life
• ●Check CARES scores — Our independent quality ratings help you compare communities objectively
• ●Ask about staffing — Staff-to-resident ratios, turnover rates, and training requirements matter more than fancy lobbies

Explore Senior Living in Saint Louis, MO

• ●Browse all 377 communities in Saint Louis — detailed profiles, CARES scores, photos, and pricing
• ●Chat with CARA — tell her your needs, budget, and preferred area for personalized recommendations
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• ●Senior living costs in Missouri