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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 $5,589 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 44 communities, read 1124 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Clarendale Clayton
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1313 Floor plans available
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Overall our experience has been good. The physical plant is well maintained. There is a perception of a lot of staff turnover, but that is not unusual. My parents say the menu could have more variety....
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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77 Floor plans available
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Due to my mother's physicality, she needed skilled nursing. From the staff and food to the care and schedule, I would give everything a 5 star rating. My mother has only been there a couple of...
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 Brooking Park there is to be discovered......The ambiance and grace of a lovely home with the services and amenities of a fine hotel.....Exemplary medical and personal care provided by skilled and caring staff....All those things that enhance mature lives and families.... With grace and...
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Photo of Kingsland Walk Senior Living
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6.8
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18 reviews
6.8
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18 reviews
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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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My father and sister have both been to Nazareth. I cannot thank them enough for their compassion and care. [name removed] in admissions went over and above in helping us deal with the financial end and [name...
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.
Nazareth Living Center provides assisted living for seniors in St. Louis, Missouri. The community is situated in a tranquil neighborhood in the South County region of the St. Louis suburbs, just a few minutes from the junction of highways 55, 255 and 270. The surrounding neighborhood features...
Photo of The Fountains of West County
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I would recommend community to others for your loved ones. My loved one appreciated the fact that the rooms have a full kitchen. They are having a hard time keeping the dining staff. My loved one likes...
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 Fountains of West County is a wonderful place to live!  We offer one and two bedroom senior living apartment homes.  Located at the intersection of Clayton and Clarkson, we are minutes from shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and more.  We've designed this community with you...
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55 Floor plans available
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26 reviews
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I would say it's nice, spacious, friendly, clean, some adjustments but staff have listened to requests. We picked it because of on-site therapy (PT/OT/Speech) and location.
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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We moved into Independent Living at Mason Pointe a week after it opened. We love living here. The staff is always helpful and friendly. [name removed] and his leadership staff make Mason Pointe a place...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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The facility is beautiful and well run. These people are very competent and when faced with a problem, will try so hard to find a solution. The community is warm and welcoming, so important after...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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My family was very pleased with the quality of care our mother received at Parc Provence. When you look at the most important component of this facility it would have to be the staff. We were always able to...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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.
Photo of Beauvais Manor On the Park
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.

Cost of memory care in Kirkwood, MO

The average cost of senior living in Kirkwood is $5,589 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shrewsbury, MO with an average of $5,433 per month.

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

Kirkwood, MO
$5,589/mo
$5,588/mo
$5,687/mo

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

Kirkwood, MO
$5,589/mo
U.S. national average
$5,444/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,589/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,069/mo
Studio
$5,723/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,942/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,758/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Kirkwood over time

Kirkwood, MOMO stateNational

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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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Villages of St. Peters Memory Care in Saint Peters, MO

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 The Town and Country Senior Living and Avalon Memory Care - St. L ...
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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 291 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 291 reviews of 37 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

7.7
Kirkwood, MO37 facilities
7.7
Oakland, MO36 facilities
7.8
Des Peres, MO42 facilities

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 291 reviews of 37 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
4.1
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.0
Value for cost*
3.6
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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.
Kirkwood, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.6%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.2%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.6%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.1%
72.1%
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*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
81.1%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
78.4%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.8%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.3%
26.4%
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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
64.9%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
64.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.5%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.6%
18.1%
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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
70.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
70.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
54.1%
23%
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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
75.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
64.9%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.2%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.4%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.4%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
73%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
75.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
56.8%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
59.5%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 44 memory care facilities near Kirkwood, Missouri. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Kirkwood, Missouri are Clarendale of St. Peters, Barathaven Memory Care and The Plaza at Wildwood Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 44 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.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood, Missouri ranges from $1 to $10272. The average Memory Care cost in Kirkwood, Missouri is $5,589. 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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