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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in St. Louis, MO

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According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average starting cost of memory care in St. Louis, Missouri, is $5,699 per month. Based on our ranking methodology, the top-rated memory care communities in St. Louis are St Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care, Avalon Memory Care - St. Louis and Clarendale Clayton.

Memory care communities in St. Louis support people living who have Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia through secure settings, structured routines, 24-hour awake staff, medication support, and activities that encourage connection. This guide will help you compare memory care options in St. Louis, including community reviews, average senior care costs, and local resources for seniors and their families.

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Photo of St Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.3
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49 reviews
8.3
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49 reviews
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Staff very friendly and always attentive. Room size perfect for single occupant. Mother was reclusive by nature, so did not take advantage of amenities. No specific suggestions.
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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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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48 reviews
9.8
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48 reviews
5 star
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My cousin[Name Removed] died on [Date Removed]. On the evening of [Date Removed], He choked on his dinner and began to aspirate. There was a A Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) order on file for [Name Removed]....
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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1313 Floor plans available
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9.6
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9.6
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My mother is in memory care and the staff and care has been wonderful. My family appreciates the quality of care and attention to my mother. Everyone is very friendly, helpful and supportive. The daily...
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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Photo of Autumn View Gardens, Assisted Living and Memory Care
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22 Floor plans available
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This facility was always bright and assist, with an extremely helpful staff. When my Aunt's time came to leave this world, they were very compassionate.
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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88 Floor plans available
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I checked out six different assisted living facilities and chose sunrise because of the people that work there. An organization takes on the personality of its leader, and in the case of sunrise, the leader...
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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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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We did visit Fairmont on Clayton. And both of my sisters became residence in [date removed]. My older sister [name removed] has since died this March, but my sister [name removed] is still a resident 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....
Photo of Kingsland Walk Senior Living
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8.7
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The facility is very clean. The staff provided great care for my dad. The ladies at the front desk were friendly and always greeted my dad and I with smiles and great conversations. The administrative staff...
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.
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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33 Floor plans available
8.5
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65 reviews
8.5
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Administration staff were professional and easy to reach (especially [name removed]) Front desk staff were very respectful and attentive to our needs. Memory care staff took good care of my mother as well as...
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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31 reviews
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Relatively new, good food. They included laundry and weekly cleaning.. they took my husband to all of his appointments, for a monthly fee. Location good for us and they have a very intelligent group of...
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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Photo of Southview Assisted Living and Memory Care
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.3
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87 reviews
8.3
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87 reviews
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It's very close to all the children and less than a mile from my home. I can pop in any time and there are plenty of activities she can partake in, even with her memory issues.
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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Photo of Kauhale Creve Coeur
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.1
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22 reviews
8.1
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22 reviews
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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
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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Photo of The Gables at Brady Circle
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21 reviews
7.9
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21 reviews
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The owner, [name removed], is easy to talk to/ work with, but any issues are slow to resolve. He does much of the work himself, so delays occur as issues have to be reprioritized. I was told 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.
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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Photo of Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living and Memory Care
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.8
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87 reviews
7.8
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87 reviews
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I was impressed by a friendliness of the staff and the cleanliness of the facility. [Name Removed] what's especially helpful during my search. I would definitely recommend this facility.
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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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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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.
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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Marvelous facility! My mom lived at Laclede Groves for the last 3 years of her life. From her 90th birthday party in the first month of her stay to her last week in Laclede’s hospice care, our family was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Home 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.
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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 Sherbrooke Village
44 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
5.7
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22 reviews
5.7
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I went to visit my friend in the rehab to home at the lodge. I was blown away with the spacious facility. The rooms were clean, nursing staff were so attentive, caring, and professional. I have never seen or...
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…..Sherbrooke Village, where we make A Difficult Choice Easier.Nestled on several acres at the foot of Ripa Avenue in an area of outstanding natural beauty in South County, Sherbrooke Village represents Today’s nursing care residence.We share a mission of providing care and services...
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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
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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.
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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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.
Bethesda Dilworth, St. Louis’ premier nursing care residence, continues to earn its reputation as an outstanding leader by providing the highest quality nursing care for St. Louis seniors. With a reputation for excellence in medical and nursing care, Bethesda Dilworth is home to over 350...

Our methodology

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:

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  • Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
  • The amount of detailed community information available

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14,000+ communities

We collect proprietary data from our network of 14,000+ senior living communities in the U.S., with regular refreshes of data and information

350,000+ reviews

We have 387,000+ reviews from senior living residents and family members that provide first-hand accounts about senior living communities

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How much does memory care cost in St. Louis, MO?

In St. Louis, the average monthly cost of memory care is $5,699, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This average is based on starting base rent and may not include fees for care services, certain amenities, upgraded floor plans, or other extras. Actual costs can vary based on the community’s location, apartment size, your loved one’s care needs, and the way services are priced.

In St. Louis, the average monthly cost of memory care is slightly higher than Missouri’s statewide average of $5,550 and nearly the same as the national average of $5,660.[01] According to the Economic Research Institute, the city of St. Louis has an overall cost of living that is 4% lower than the national average and 9% higher than the state’s average.[02]

Memory care in St. Louis typically costs more than assisted living at $4,995 per month, and independent living at $4,098 per month.[01] Naturally, starting costs rise with the level of support provided, and memory care typically includes added supervision, dementia-focused programming, specialized staff training, and safety features designed for people with memory loss.

Read more: Independent Living vs. Memory Care: Two Sides of the Senior Living Spectrum

Memory care costs in St Louis, MO, vs. nearby cities

St Louis, MO
$5,699/mo
$5,735/mo
$5,735/mo

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

St Louis, MO
$5,699/mo
U.S. national average
$5,660/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,699/mo

Memory care costs in St Louis, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,768/mo
Studio
$7,129/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,521/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,000/mo

Senior living costs in St Louis 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: St Louis, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt Louis, MOMissouriU.S.
Memory Care$5,699/mo$5,550/mo$5,660/mo
Assisted Living$4,999/mo$4,073/mo$4,878/mo
Independent Living$4,101/mo$3,823/mo$4,272/mo
Memory Care
St Louis, MO:$5,699/mo
Missouri:$5,550/mo
U.S.:$5,660/mo
Assisted Living
St Louis, MO:$4,999/mo
Missouri:$4,073/mo
U.S.:$4,878/mo
Independent Living
St Louis, MO:$4,101/mo
Missouri:$3,823/mo
U.S.:$4,272/mo
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Memory care costs in St Louis, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in St Louis 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.

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Memory care cost trends in St Louis, MO

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in St Louis 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
St Louis, MO$5,883/mo$5,832/mo+0.9%
Missouri$6,159/mo$6,175/mo-0.3%
National$6,495/mo$6,160/mo+5.4%
St Louis, MO
2024 average cost:$5,883/mo
2023 average cost:$5,832/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$6,159/mo
2023 average cost:$6,175/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,495/mo
2023 average cost:$6,160/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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How to pay for memory care in St. Louis

Many families in St. Louis cover the cost of memory care through a combination of private funds and financial assistance programs. A plan may include private income or assets, long-term care insurance, veterans benefits, Medicaid-covered services, or Medicare-covered medical care.

Private pay options

Personal income and assets that families often use to pay for memory care include:

In some cases, family members decide to share expenses to ensure their loved one receives quality care.

VA benefits

For St. Louis families with a loved one who served in the military, veterans benefits may be an important part of the memory care payment plan. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers pension, health care, and disability programs that may help eligible veterans and surviving spouses offset care-related costs.

Commonly used benefits that may help include:

Applying for VA benefits can take time, especially when families are gathering service records, medical documents, and financial information. A VA-accredited benefits counselor or local veterans service officer in the St. Louis area can help your family understand eligibility, prepare the right forms, and reduce the risk of delays or denials.

Resources for veterans in St. Louis

St. Louis is home to more than 12,500 veterans, or 5.5% of the city’s population.[03]  To support these veterans and their families, the following organizations and agencies provide guidance, resources, and assistance in accessing available benefits and programs.

  • Saint Louis Vets Connect
    4533 Southridge Meadows Drive
    St. Louis, MO 63128
    Phone: 314-221-2096
    Email: info@saintlouisvetsconnect.org
  • The Kaufman Fund
    10131 Old Olive Street Road
    Creve Coeur, MO 63141
    Phone: 314-455-9415
    Email: info@thekaufmanfund.org

Medicaid

Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that helps eligible seniors pay for certain health and long-term care services. Missouri’s Medicaid program, called MO HealthNet, can help cover some costs for services provided to residents of memory care communities through:[04]

  • The Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid plan
  • The Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC) program
  • Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid waivers

The ABD and SNC programs are available to eligible Missouri residents, so families who meet the requirements can receive benefits. HCBS waivers work differently. These programs may have limited spots, which means some applicants may need to join a waiting list.

MO HealthNet does not cover room and board in a memory care community, but it may help pay for supportive services such as:

MO HealthNet eligibility is based on your loved one’s income and care needs, so it’s worth reviewing the requirements before applying.

Medicaid resources in St. Louis, Missouri

St. Louis residents can apply for MO HealthNet in any of the following ways:

If you have questions about MO HealthNet or need help with an application, contact a local Department of Social Services office or one of the organizations below. They may be able to help you apply, update your information, or check the status of an existing application.

  • CareSTL Health
    5471 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive
    Saint Louis, MO 63112
    Phone: 314-367-5820

Medicare

Medicare is a federal health insurance program for adults age 65 and older and some younger people who have qualifying disabilities or medical conditions, including end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or ALS.[05] Although Medicare doesn’t pay for memory care or other long-term care services, it may cover medical expenses your loved one has while living in memory care, such as prescription medications, durable medical equipment, doctor visits, and other approved health care services.

Medicare resources in St. Louis

St. Louis families can contact Missouri’s state health insurance assistance program for free, unbiased Medicare guidance:

What families are saying about memory care in St Louis

Recent reviews for memory care in St Louis

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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NHC Place Saint Peters Memory Care

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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St Louis review score based on 181 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 181 reviews of 21 St Louis memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St Louis 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

St Louis review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
St Louis, MO21 facilities
8.2
Wellston, MO27 facilities
8.4
Hillsdale, MO25 facilities

Review subcategories for St Louis 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 181 reviews of 21 St Louis memory care communities. This chart helps you compare St Louis 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.
St Louis, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.9
Friendliness
3.3
4.0
Care services
2.7
3.6
Staff
2.9
3.8
Meals & dining
2.8
3.5
Activities
3.0
3.5
Value for cost*
2.9
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

What is memory care like in St. Louis?

Memory care in St. Louis includes stand-alone memory care communities and dedicated memory care neighborhoods within larger assisted living or senior living campuses. Some communities may appeal to families who want multiple levels of care on one campus, especially when spouses have different support needs or a loved one’s care needs change.

Secure settings with outdoor space

St. Louis partner memory care communities commonly emphasize secure layouts and safe access to fresh air. A Place for Mom data show that all local partner communities have secured settings and enclosed courtyards, and nearly 92% also offer outdoor walking paths.[01] These features can help residents move through familiar spaces while reducing the risk of leaving the community unnoticed.

Daily support and health care coordination

Memory care communities in St. Louis support residents with personal care, daily routines, medication management, and dementia-related behaviors such as restlessness, disorientation, or exit-seeking. All local partner communities in the data provide full medication management and 24-hour awake staff, helping families feel more confident that support is available day and night.[01]

Activities that support connection

St. Louis memory care communities also offer structured activities that give residents predictable ways to stay engaged. Local partner communities commonly offer art classes, live music, day trips, on-site activities, sensory-based programs, and reminiscence programs.[01] These programs can help residents connect through familiar music, movement, stories, and routines.

St Louis memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Louis memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Louis, 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 St Louis 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 St Louis that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
St Louis, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.2%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
76.2%
47.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.6%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81%
69.5%
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 St Louis 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 St Louis Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Louis, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81%
72%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
76.2%
45.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
26.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Louis 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 St Louis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Louis, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
61.9%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.9%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
61.9%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19%
22.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in St Louis 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 St Louis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Louis, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.9%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.2%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
52.4%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
22.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in St Louis 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 St Louis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Louis, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
76.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
61.9%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.6%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.2%
53%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.2%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.2%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
76.2%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
76.2%
47%
Dances
Dances
47.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
61.9%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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Unfamiliar with St. Louis? Highlights for seniors

St. Louis has nearly 280,000 residents, and adults 65+ make up 17% of the city’s population.[03] The city has also participated in the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly Cities and Communities Initiative, which focuses on making communities more supportive for older adults.[06] For families considering memory care, St. Louis offers major health systems, public transportation options, local veterans resources, and familiar cultural outings that can be adapted to a loved one’s comfort level.

Top hospitals for seniors in St. Louis

St. Louis has several hospitals and health systems that support older adults managing memory changes, chronic conditions, recovery needs, and specialty care.

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Barnes-Jewish Hospital provides emergency care, neurology, stroke care, heart care, cancer care, surgery, and rehabilitation services in St. Louis.

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Mercy Hospital St. Louis offers emergency care, primary care, heart and vascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neurology, and senior-focused primary care services.

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Missouri Baptist Medical Center provides emergency care, heart and vascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, surgery, rehabilitation, and geriatric emergency services.

Transportation for seniors in St. Louis

In St. Louis, all A Place for Mom partner memory care communities in the local data offer complimentary transportation.[01] Depending on the community, these services may help with medical appointments, pharmacy trips, errands, shopping, and supervised outings.

Families planning appointments or outings can also use public and paratransit options in the St. Louis area. A person living with dementia should be accompanied by a family member, caregiver, or community staff member when using public transit or paratransit.

  • MetroBus offers bus service throughout St. Louis and the surrounding area, with routes connecting riders to neighborhoods, hospitals, shopping areas, and other local destinations.
  • MetroLink Light Rail connects parts of St. Louis and nearby communities, including stops near major employment, health care, and entertainment areas.
  • Metro Call-A-Ride provides curb-to-curb paratransit service for eligible riders who cannot use regular fixed-route transit because of a disability.

Things to do in St. Louis for seniors and their families

St. Louis offers many outings that can work well for families visiting a loved one in memory care. Flexible destinations are often easiest, especially places where you can choose a shorter route, pause for breaks, or leave early if the day starts to feel tiring. Quieter times of day, familiar settings, and visits planned around meals or rest can also help make the outing feel more comfortable.

Parks, gardens, and landmarks

Outdoor and landmark outings can give families a relaxed way to enjoy St. Louis together. On comfortable-weather days, places with seating, nearby rest stops, and shorter walking routes can make it easier to keep the visit calm and flexible.

  • Gateway Arch National Park can be a meaningful St. Louis outing for families who want local history, riverfront views, and an iconic city landmark. The museum under the Gateway Arch may be a good option when your loved one needs an indoor, climate-controlled activity.
  • Tower Grove Park offers a historic green space with gardens, shaded areas, and places to sit and enjoy fresh air. Families can keep the visit simple with a short stroll, a quiet bench, or a drive through the park.
  • Missouri Botanical Garden offers seasonal flowers, indoor and outdoor spaces, and many calm places to pause. A shorter garden visit may work better than trying to see the full grounds in one outing.

Museums and local history

Museums can support conversation and reminiscence, especially when exhibits connect to familiar places, music, sports, or family memories. A shorter visit focused on one exhibit or gallery may feel more comfortable than trying to take in the full museum in one day.

  • Missouri History Museum shares local and regional history through exhibits tied to St. Louis and the surrounding area. Families can use the visit as a gentle way to talk about neighborhoods, traditions, and earlier memories.
  • The Saint Louis Art Museum can be a good option for a calm indoor outing, with free admission and galleries families can explore at their own pace. Access for All Free Fridays may include free ticketed exhibitions, live music, films, performances, open studios, and other programs
  • Soldiers Memorial Military Museum honors military service and St. Louis veterans. This may be a meaningful choice for veterans, military families, or loved ones who enjoy local history.

Music, theater, and sports

Familiar music, live performances, and sports can be enjoyable for some people living with dementia, especially when the event connects to long-held interests. Families may want to choose matinees, shorter events, aisle seats, or seats near an exit.

  • The Fabulous Fox hosts Broadway shows, concerts, and other live performances in a historic St. Louis theater. A familiar musical or afternoon performance may be easier than a long evening event.
  • St. Louis Cardinals games at Busch Stadium can be a fun outing for baseball fans, especially if families plan ahead for accessible seating, mobility needs, drop-off areas, and a shorter visit if the game becomes too busy or loud.
  • For lifelong hockey fans, Enterprise Center makes St. Louis Blues games easier to enjoy with accessible seating, assistive listening devices, sensory bags, and a sensory room for guests who need extra support.

Memory care laws and regulations in Missouri

Memory care communities are generally regulated by state governments. This means that rules and operation requirements vary by state and by the type of care a community provides. Learning about how memory care is regulated can help you make informed care decisions.

Read more: Memory care regulations in Missouri

Why do licensure and inspection reports matter to families?

State regulations — and a community’s track record with inspections and licensing — offer important insights into safety and quality of care in senior living communities.

Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports to learn what to look for in an inspection report and what questions to ask when touring communities. This resource explains how to use state licensure and inspection information to evaluate a community’s compliance, care standards, and responsiveness to issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

The average starting cost of memory care in St. Louis is $5,699 per month. This base rate may not include care fees, upgraded floor plans, optional services, or certain amenities.
No, Medicare does not pay for memory care rent, room and board, or daily nonmedical support. It may still cover approved medical care, such as doctor visits, hospital stays, therapy, and prescriptions.
Social Security does not pay memory care communities directly. However, families often use a loved one’s monthly Social Security income to help cover memory care rent, care fees, and personal expenses.
MO HealthNet may help eligible seniors pay for certain health and personal care services in approved settings. It generally does not cover memory care room and board.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Economic Research Institute. (2026, May 5). Cost of living data in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.

  3. Census Reporter. (2024). St. Louis, MO.

  4. Missouri Department of Social Services. Programs for seniors and individuals with disabilities.

  5. U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Medicare.

  6. World Health Organization. STL Age-friendly community. Year 2 progress report.

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A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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Economic Research Institute. (2026, May 5). Cost of living data in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.

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Census Reporter. (2024). St. Louis, MO.

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Missouri Department of Social Services. Programs for seniors and individuals with disabilities.

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U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Medicare.

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