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Memory care in Aptus 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 Aptus is about $5,907 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 65 communities, read 1567 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I am satisfied with the place. Good staff, friendly atmosphere, and feel my mom is taken care of. Yes, we would recommend Barathaven Memory Care to other families based on the experience.
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.
Barathaven Memory Care is located conveniently between O’Fallon and Chesterfield, MO since 2010. Our leadership and care giving staff have longevity within the community of up to 13 years. Barathaven has been named one of the "Best Places to Work" in recent years and we find that our own...
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My dad is happier there. He has a caregiver's that he likes and they take care of him. He also has a favorite caregiver whose name is [name removed] and he always says "She's the best " When I go there his...
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 Landing of O'Fallon opened Summer 2018 and has everything you would expect for a senior care community and more. Yes, we have assisted living, but it's a bit more personalized and flexible. And yes, we have memory care, but it's a bit more comprehensive and thoughtful. But to really see who...
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9.5
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I am delighted with the experience at Avalon Memory Care. The were able to accept [name removed]on a relatively short notice, the staff at all levels is well trained, experienced, and truly caring. The...
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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9.3
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9.3
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The facility is always clean. Great options for meals. The staff is helpful and kind and know the residents on a first name basis. There have been some delayed response times when resident needs assistance,...
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 Farmington, 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 Farmington, Missouri, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory...
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I have been a resident at Clarendale Clayton since [date removed]of this year and I couldn't be happier with my decision !! The staff is extremely friendly and cooperative with any of our needs. Because of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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The people were friendly and the medical staff was very helpful and flexible in their level of care during the last month of my mom's life.
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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9.2
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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
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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.
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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Nice to see improvements in decor & outside of bldg. More people staff needs more acknowledgement & recognition for how good they 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.
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I appreciate that they knock on the residents doors and encourage them to participate in the activities. My dad's been much more active in the community at Sunrise than his last assisted living place because...
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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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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Oak Pointe has been a blessing for my father since he lost his wife/our mom. He can be as social as he wants to be, when he wants to be. We've noticed an improvement in his attitude and well being since he...
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.
Oak Pointe of Washington is a 52-apartment senior living community that was intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of older adults. With both assisted living and memory care services, residents have their choice of purposefully designed studio and one-bedroom private apartments, which...
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Photo of Autumn View Gardens, Assisted Living and Memory Care
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9.0
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They are excellent, with a couple of minor glitches. Almost 5! Everyone, from nursing to dining staff to maintenance is so very caring, and will troubleshoot with you about solutions to problems. Activities...
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 Autumn View Gardens Assisted Living, our residents maintain their independence with an all-inclusive cost as needs increase. Lush landscapes and lovely views provide privacy with supportive staff nearby. Autumn View is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is...
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Overall our family member is happy with Sunrise of Chesterfield. Sometimes a slow response to buzzer when needs assistance and some management staff is slow or don't respond to families requests. But, as I...
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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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.
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Photo of Southview Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Mom moved in just about a year ago. It was difficult decision and I was apprehensive, but mom couldn't manage on her own. It's not home, but I can say my mom smiles more since she has moved out of her home...
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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We did have a little trouble with them and possibly over charging my grandparents. We liked how friendly they were to my grandparents. The staff was always trying to get my grandparents involved in whatever...
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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They explained that the assistant living could come with nursing care. That was good news since my sister needed nursing care but didn't want to just have a room like a hospital room in a nursing home.
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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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....
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They're amazing and my mom is adjusting well! Loving, patient, organized staff. Friendly. They seem (from what I observe) to know each resident's name and treat each resident with respect.
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...
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We generally have nothing but completely positive things to say about Park Place. Other than my mother's own reticence about leaving her home, we've had a tremendous experience with the team.
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.
Park Place Senior Living at WingHaven is truly a unique community!  We offer Independent Apartment Homes and a state licensed Assisted Living.  We are nestled in the community of WingHaven, close to shopping, restaurants, and more.  What makes us different is our exceptional...
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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
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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.
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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This community stands out from others we have visited. Everyone from staff to residents are friendly, kind & helpful. The facility is beautiful, tastefully decorated & spacious. I have eaten at least 2...
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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Very friendly staff who genuinely care about their residents. Well run, clean, organized. Smaller community of residents. Feels more homey. Lots of activities. Good food
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,...
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Photo of St Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care
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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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Very understaffed and rude executive director. What staff they do have are friendly and caring. [name removed] the sales director is very helpful, caring and up best. Our loved one who resides there in 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.
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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Would absolutely recommend it. It exceeds all expectations. They do everything to make residents comfortable. There are many food options every day, activities of every kind from 7 am unto 8 pm. 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.
Friendship Village Assisted Living and Memory Care is located on the Friendship Village Sunset Hills campus, provides the right level of assistance with daily activities, so you can remain as independent and active as you want to be. Friendship Village Assisted Living is committed to meeting your...

Cost of memory care in Aptus, MO

The average cost of senior living in Aptus is $5,907 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Miramiguoa Park, MO with an average of $4,587 per month.

Memory care costs in Aptus, MO, vs. nearby cities

Aptus, MO
$5,907/mo
$5,659/mo

Memory care costs in Aptus, MO, vs. state and national averages

Aptus, MO
$5,907/mo
U.S. national average
$5,523/mo

Memory care costs in Aptus, MO, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,907/mo

Memory care costs in Aptus, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,574/mo
Studio
$6,175/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,231/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,977/mo

Senior living costs in Aptus vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Aptus, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAptus, MOMissouriU.S.
Memory Care$5,907/mo$5,473/mo$5,523/mo
Assisted Living$2,738/mo$4,008/mo$4,835/mo
Independent Living$3,971/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Memory Care
Aptus, MO:$5,907/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Assisted Living
Aptus, MO:$2,738/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Independent Living
Aptus, MO:$3,971/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Memory care costs in Aptus, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Aptus and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Aptus, MOMO stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Aptus, MO

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Aptus have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Aptus, MO$6,202/mo$6,232/mo-0.5%
Missouri$6,241/mo$6,225/mo+0.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Aptus, MO
2024 average cost:$6,202/mo
2023 average cost:$6,232/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$6,241/mo
2023 average cost:$6,225/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Aptus

Recent reviews for memory care in Aptus

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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EverTrue 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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EverTrue Laclede Groves in Webster Groves, MO

5.0
After an extensive search, I realize Lutheran Senior Services' Laclede Groves retirement community in Webster Groves offers the best Life Plan facility in the St. Louis area. I'm experiencing the high level of quality of life and care that all seniors hope to experience in their retirement. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Communication and transparency from staff. Some families expressed disappointment with the communication from staff at various communities, such as Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living and Memory Care and Fairmont on Clayton, where staff failed to return calls or respond to inquiries in a timely manner. However, at other communities like ...
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Individualized care and attention. Many residents received personalized care and attention from their communities, with staff tailoring activities and care plans to meet their unique needs. For instance, at Barathaven Memory Care, staff provided engaging activities for memory care patients, while at Brookdale West County, the ...
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Thoughtful dining experiences. Residents enjoyed delicious and varied meals at their communities, with some places, such as The Grande at Laumeier Park and American House Wildwood Village, accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences. Families expressed gratitude for the quality of the food and the care t ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Communities offered a range of activities and social opportunities for residents to stay engaged and active, from trivia nights and museum outings to gardening classes and weekly outings. Residents and families at , {{644537}}, and all appreciated the diverse offerings and the positive impact o ...
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Well-trained and compassionate caregivers. Several communities, like , {{643234}}, and , were commended for their caring and knowledgeable staff members who went above and beyond to ensure their residents received excellent care. Families expressed appreciation for the respectful treatment of their loved ones and the strong bonds that we ...
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Properly maintained facilities and grounds. Residents and families appreciated the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities' facilities and grounds, from private rooms to common areas and outdoor spaces. At , for example, the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library were noted, while at , the renovated patio was praised ...
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Aptus review score based on 412 family reviews

7.8
Review score61 facilities412 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 412 reviews of 61 Aptus memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Aptus 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

Aptus review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Aptus, MO61 facilities
7.6
Potosi, MO41 facilities
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Mineral Point, MO48 facilities

Review subcategories for Aptus 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 412 reviews of 61 Aptus memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Aptus 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.
Aptus, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Aptus memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Aptus memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Aptus, 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 Aptus 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 Aptus that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Aptus, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.5%
69.2%
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 Aptus 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 Aptus Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Aptus, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Aptus 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 Aptus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Aptus, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
49.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
45.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Aptus 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 Aptus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Aptus, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.9%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
49.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.1%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Aptus 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 Aptus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Aptus, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
60.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Aptus

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Missouri memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Aptus protect seniors.
Learn about Missouri memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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