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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in University City, MO
Assisted living costs in University City average about $4,727 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 63 communities in University City. Our detailed directory has 830 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Louis, Belleville and St. Peters.
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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.
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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We chose The Mary Culver Home because it is a home that specialized for residents who are visually impaired. It is a smaller facility with only 25 women, so she gets more personalized care. I don't just feel...
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I have no complaints about how things are going for my mother since she made the move into this community. I have to say my favorite thing about this place is how friendly the staff are and the positive...
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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.
Welcome to…..Ascension Living 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...
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My loved one is currently a resident at St Agnes Home and the overall experience has been great, so far. My loved one can be a bit of a challenge in some areas, but they treat him very well. We have no...
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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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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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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.
Our community is a 33 beds RCFII. It is Residential Care Facility and certified through DMH. We have friendly and competent staff. We provide meals, laundry services, housekeeping services and pass medications.
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My sister Becky lived at Durberg House. We found out at the last minute they were closing the home. I had to find a place for [name removed] in two weeks before I went to Florida for a month. I called [name...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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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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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.
Arbor Hills is dedicated to providing companionship, comfort, love and excellent medical care to each of our residents. Arbor Hills has 150 –bed skilled nursing facility and a 28- bed assisted living facility, we also offer long-term and short-term stays including rehabilitative, respite, and...
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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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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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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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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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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
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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.
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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Everything is going well for my brother since his move to this community. I'am satisfied with the care and everything they have done for us. He is doing very good. They have a pleasant staff, they have been...
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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.
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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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.
Cost of assisted living in University City, MO
The average cost of senior living in University City is $4,727 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Olivette, MO with an average of $4,709 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in University City, MO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in University City, MO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in University City vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in University City, MO by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in University City, MO
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What families are saying about assisted living in University City
Recent reviews for assisted living in University City
Fairmont on Clayton in Richmond Heights, MO
5.0
Given that it is a unique situation the staff have done a great job, and the hospice group has been a God send and has been unbelievable wonderful as well as the physical and occupational there. . Our loved one was truly loved by the staff .
Villas of Holly Brook Bethalto in East Alton, IL
5.0
So far they have been great. They have a Facebook page where they upload pictures of the residents doing the activities and they seem to really encourage them to participate. You are able to schedule times to eat with your loved ones and the meals look great and we have heard nothing but good ...
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St Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care in Saint Louis, MO
4.3
Staff was so very friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately with my dad's diabetes and declining health, they were unable to maintain his level of care and we needed to move him to an assisted living facility for hospice. If it wasn't for his level of care increasing, I believe he'd still ...
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University City review score based on 214 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 214 reviews of 54 University City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The University City review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
University City review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for University City assisted living
When assisted living 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 214 reviews of 54 University City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare University City resident and family assisted living 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.University City, MO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.5
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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University City assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University City, 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 University City 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 University City 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
57.4%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.4%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.1%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in University City 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 University City 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
48.1%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in University City 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 University City 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
42.6%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
42.6%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in University City 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 University City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.6%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.3%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.9%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in University City 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 University City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.5%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.7%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.7%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.2%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in University City
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 University City protect seniors.
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Clarendale of St. Peters, Charter Senior Living of Shiloh and Allegro Richmond Heights are the top-rated assisted living facilities near University City, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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