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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Helena, MO
If you’re looking for assisted living in Helena, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Helena or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Helena.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Helena for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 10 assisted living facilities in the Helena area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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27 reviews
We felt my mother was very well taken care of. The ladies that looked after her were nothing short of amazing. The facility was pretty and clean. Very much appreciated all that was done for her in her 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.
Settle into a beautiful country setting at Vintage Gardens while enjoying modern amenities and desired services in St. Joseph, Missouri. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community provides several floor plans with a range of conveniences such as full-sized kitchenettes and walk-in closets....
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8.0
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2 reviews
You always wonder if the price is too cheap and not a good place but this place has the BEST staff and at an inexpensive price and no add-ons. Lots of communication. What you would expect form the most...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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The food is fantastic and everyone is so nice and welcoming at this facility. The staff is very flexible and helpful. We're very happy at Benedictine Living Community St Joseph. My loved one loves the food!
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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From what I am told my mom really likes the community. She seems to be enjoying herself and participating in social events. She says the food is very good and she enjoys it. My mom or my sister have not...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Wild-Kat Estates is a family-owned and operated assisted living community where we are a family. Each resident is a part of all of our extended family from the moment we meet. We pride ourselves on one-on-one time with each resident so they feel comfortable.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Helena, MO
The average cost of senior living in Helena is $3,020 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weatherby, MO with an average of $2,512 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena, MO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena, MO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Helena, MO by room type
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What families are saying about assisted living in Helena
Recent reviews for assisted living in Helena
Bristol Manor of Cameron
4.5
We always go to visit unannounced and every time the home is clean, staff are friendly. Our friend loves living there and it shows.
Vintage Gardens in Saint Joseph, MO
4.4
The marketing Lady very nice to work with, getting a a tour, answering all questions. No fluff-honest The Administrator excellent in setting up the Villas pricing, payment method and services for the Villa's. The maintanance staff including Housekeeping · Very efficient, Nice people
Helena assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helena, 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 Helena assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Helena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Helena assisted living
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 Helena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
50.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10%
40.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helena assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Helena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Helena assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Helena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
30%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helena assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Helena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
45.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Helena
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Missouri assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Helena protect seniors.
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Vintage Gardens, Carriage Square Rehab and Healthcare Center and Benedictine Living Community St Joseph are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Helena, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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