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9 Best Assisted Living Facilities in St Joseph, MO

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Photo of Vintage Gardens
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55 Floor plans available
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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.
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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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.
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Photo of Benedictine Living Community St Joseph
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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
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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
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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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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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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
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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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Cost of assisted living in St Joseph, MO

The average cost of senior living in St Joseph is $3,662 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clarksdale, MO with an average of $3,020 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Saint Joseph, MO vs. nearby cities

Saint Joseph, MO
$3,662/mo
$3,441/mo
$3,535/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Saint Joseph, MO vs. the state and national average

Saint Joseph, MO
$3,662/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Saint Joseph vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,662/mo
$5,141/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Saint Joseph, MO by room type

Studio
$4,602/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,704/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,155/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,800/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Saint Joseph over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in St Joseph, MO

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in St Joseph.

What families are saying about assisted living in Saint Joseph

Recent reviews for assisted living in Saint Joseph

Vintage Park at Atchison

5.0
Vintage Park at Atchison was a pleasant community. My wife stayed for a short time for respite care. We both enjoyed the variety of food that they served. They offered many activities and my wife had a great time participating. The staff took good care of her and were very easy to communicate ...
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Vintage Gardens in Saint Joseph, MO

4.9
Vintage gardens is where my mom has found a place she calls home! She loves the workers as much as they love her! They are ready to help in any way they can! Great place if you have a family member needing a little assistance at home.

Saint Joseph assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saint Joseph assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saint Joseph, 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 Saint Joseph 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 Saint Joseph that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Saint Joseph, MONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
33.6%
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
33.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Saint Joseph 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 Saint Joseph Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Saint Joseph, MONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.2%
51.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.1%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Saint Joseph 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 Saint Joseph partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saint Joseph, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
36.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Saint Joseph 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 Saint Joseph communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saint Joseph, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saint Joseph 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 Saint Joseph offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Saint Joseph, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in St Joseph

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 St Joseph protect seniors.

Learn about Missouri Assisted Living regulations

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