Best Memory Care in St Louis, Missouri
21 communities found
St. Louis has 23 memory care communities, all of them residential, with an average rating of 3.9 across 22 rated communities and 1,243 reviews read. Only three communities publish pricing, ranging from $4,400 to a median of $8,250 a month.
- 21communities
- 3.9average rating, 20 rated
- 1,060family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Bethesda Hawthorne Place
St. Louis, Missouri
4.8(25)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
From $4,380/moMattis Pointe Senior Living
St. Louis, Missouri
4.5(23)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Avalon Memory Care
St. Louis, Missouri
4.5(18)
Memory Care
Assisted Living at Charless Village
St. Louis, Missouri
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Allegro Senior Living
St. Louis, Missouri
4(5)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
EverTrue Laclede Groves
St. Louis, Missouri
4.1(131)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
From $8,250/moSherbrooke Village Living Center
St. Louis, Missouri
4.1(342)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Senior Living at Cambridge Heights
St. Louis, Missouri
3.8(5)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
From $4,400/moSt Louis Altenheim
St. Louis, Missouri
4(21)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
EverTrue
St. Louis, Missouri
4(27)
Medicare home health · 4.5★
Mcknight Place Assisted Living And Memory Care
St. Louis, Missouri
4(28)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living and Memory Care
St. Louis, Missouri
3.9(36)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Best-rated memory care in St. Louis
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.8 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care0
Families describe this small, close-knit community where staff are consistently praised for compassionate, attentive care and strong communication.
- 2
4.5 (23 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Most families describe Mattis Pointe as a warm, small-scale community where staff go out of their way to help residents feel at home, and many say they wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. A few reviewers raise serious…
- 3
4.5 (18 reviews)· Memory Care0
Families describe this small, home-like memory care setting where staff are consistently praised for compassionate, hands-on dementia care.
- 4
4 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care0
Feedback is limited, with only a handful of ratings and one short review calling the experience a 'great job.'
- 5
4.1 (131 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe a large, well-kept Life Plan Community with friendly long-term staff and strong rehab therapy, despite some reported care lapses.
- 6
Sherbrooke Village Living Center
4.1 (342 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 255 units
Family feedback is sharply split, praising specific staff and a clean campus while reporting unanswered call lights and medication errors.
- 7
Senior Living at Cambridge Heights
3.8 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care· 117 units
Reviewers describe an affordable, well-kept apartment community for independent seniors, with friendly neighbors and secure building access.
- 8
4 (21 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 90 units
Reviews are sharply split, with some praising the historic mansion setting and care, others reporting pests and understaffing.
- 9
4 (27 reviews)· Assisted Living, Home Health, Independent Living, Memory Care0
Reviews for EverTrue, part of the Lutheran Senior Services network in St. Louis, are mixed: home health and hospice clients speak warmly about caring, attentive staff, while others raise concerns about reliability and…
- 10
Mcknight Place Assisted Living And Memory Care
4 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 120 units
Families describe McKnight Place as a clean, well-run community with attentive staff, strong dining, and a full activity calendar. Reviewers frequently highlight good communication with families and noticeable…
What families say about memory care in St. Louis
Counted across the review summaries of 21 St. Louis communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, noted by 91% of the 23 communities, along with cleanliness and building or grounds upkeep, each cited by 65%. Concerns focus on staff attitude, raised by 65%, staffing levels and turnover by 48%, safety by 48%, and communication with families by 43%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 90%
- Cleanliness 62%
- Building and grounds 62%
- Medical and nursing care 48%
- Activities and social life 43%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 57%
- Safety 52%
- Cost and billing 48%
- Communication with families 43%
“I was very impressed with sherbrooke therapy department. Steve and Mandy are the best. They helped me improve regarding my physical health. They have a lot of patience while also giving you a little nudge when needed to make sure you progress as much as possible. Thanks for everything. Gary Becker”
“Avalon memory care has the most caring staff. They treated my father and me as family. They were able to handle his most complex issues with his dementia which allowed us to have a peace of mind. I would highly recommend Avalon.”
“My mother was in memory care at Hawthorne Place for a little over three years. The staff was wonderful, very professional and caring. The facility feels serene and is always clean and well-maintained. I am grateful that I found this place where I felt she was safe and well-care for in her final years.”
Memory Care in St. Louis: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
- •Among the 4 that publish a starting price, prices start at $4,380 a month with a median of $6,325.
- •Most common amenities: medication management (21), 24-hour staff (21), housekeeping (21), gathering / activity spaces (21), laundry service (21), dietary accommodations (20).
How families pay for memory care in Missouri
Most families in Missouri pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket, at least at first. That often means monthly income combined with savings, and many households also draw on the proceeds from selling a home to help cover costs. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years ago, can offset some of the monthly fee as well, though it's worth reviewing the policy's terms closely since coverage for assisted living versus memory care can differ. Veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care, and it's worth asking a veterans service officer whether a particular situation meets the requirements.
The full picture for the state: Memory Care in Missouri.
Memory Care near St. Louis
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creve Coeur6.4 mi | 10 | 3.9 / 5 | 6.4 mi |
| Maryland Heights8.7 mi | 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 8.7 mi |
| Town and Country9.4 mi | 5 | 4 / 5 | 9.4 mi |
| Ballwin9.6 mi | 10 | 4.3 / 5 | 9.6 mi |
| Bridgeton10.2 mi | 21 | 4 / 5 | 10.2 mi |
| Chesterfield10.6 mi | 18 | 4 / 5 | 10.6 mi |
| Ellisville12.7 mi | 13 | 4.6 / 5 | 12.7 mi |
| Florissant13.2 mi | 36 | 3.9 / 5 | 13.2 mi |
All of Missouri: Memory Care in Missouri. Closer to home? Compare memory care near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 21 communities listed in St. Louis, 1,060 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in St Louis ask about.
- Home Care in Missouri: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: 9 Key Differences and How to Choose the Right One
- How Routine Enhances Quality Of Life In Memory Care
Not in St Louis? Memory care near me finds communities around wherever you are.
Memory Care in St Louis: Common Questions
How many memory care communities are in St Louis, Missouri?
MyLivingChoice lists 21 memory care communities in St Louis, Missouri, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does memory care cost in St Louis?
Among St Louis communities that publish pricing, memory care starts around $4,380/month, with an average published starting rate near $6,395/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which memory care communities in St Louis are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Bethesda Hawthorne Place (4.8★, 25 ratings), Mattis Pointe Senior Living (4.5★, 23 ratings), Avalon Memory Care (4.5★, 18 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in St Louis?
Beyond memory care, St Louis has assisted living (51 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (44 communities), home health (29 communities), independent living (24 communities), at-home care (14 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate memory care in St Louis?
Families rate St Louis memory care communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 1,060 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in St Louis memory care communities?
Across the review summaries of 21 St Louis communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 90%), cleanliness (mentioned for 62%), building and grounds (mentioned for 62%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (57%), safety (52%), cost and billing (48%).
Are there small memory care homes in St Louis?
Of the 6 St Louis communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving St Louis bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
