Best Senior Living in St Joseph, Missouri
20 communities found
St. Joseph offers 39 senior living options, made up of 20 residential communities and 19 home care agencies. Across 27 rated communities, the average rating is 4.2, drawn from 782 reviews read.
- 39options listed
- 4.2average rating, 27 rated
- 782family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Villages At Vintage Oaks
St. Joseph, Missouri
4.7(27)
Independent LivingMemory Care
St Joseph Manor Health & Rehabilitation
St. Joseph, Missouri
4.7(15)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Benedictine Living Community-St. Joseph
St Joseph, Missouri
4.5(120)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Buckingham Senior Living
St. Joseph, Missouri
4.5(80)
Independent Living
Mc Donald Boarding Home
St. Joseph, Missouri
5(5)
Assisted Living
Corby Place
St. Joseph, Missouri
4.5(71)
Independent Living
Belleview Care Center
St. Joseph, Missouri
4.4(41)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Heartland III Residential Care Facility
St. Joseph, Missouri
5(1)
Assisted Living
Meadowview Residential Care
St. Joseph, Missouri
5(1)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Thomas Residential Care Center
St. Joseph, Missouri
5(1)
Assisted Living
Westchester Village of St. Joseph
St. Joseph, Missouri
4(3)
Independent Living
From $3,525/moVintage Gardens & The Villas at Vintage Oaks
St. Joseph, Missouri
4.1(70)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Best-rated senior living in St. Joseph
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.7 (27 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care
Families describe Villages At Vintage Oaks as clean and warm, with caring staff, good food, and flexible short-term respite stays.
- 2
St Joseph Manor Health & Rehabilitation
4.7 (15 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 110 units
St. Joseph Manor is a caring, well-run skilled nursing and rehab facility where staff form close relationships with residents.
- 3
Benedictine Living Community-St. Joseph
4.5 (120 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 96 units
Most reviewers describe a faith-based community where staff know residents well and transitions between rehab and independent living go smoothly.
- 4
4.5 (80 reviews)· Independent Living
Buckingham Senior Living is a warm, close-knit independent living community with friendly, attentive staff and a full activity calendar.
- 5
5 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living
Mc Donald Boarding Home is a small assisted living residence with a perfect rating and a personalized, long-term care relationship.
- 6
4.5 (71 reviews)· Independent Living
Corby Place is a historic, high-rise independent living community with a warm, family-like atmosphere, attentive staff, good food, and activities.
- 7
4.4 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 90 units
Belleview Care Center reviews focus on positive short-term rehabilitation, with families praising compassionate, responsive staff, cleanliness, and good food.
- 8
Vintage Gardens & The Villas at Vintage Oaks
4.1 (70 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Vintage Gardens offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with reviewers praising caring staff and comfortable apartments and villas.
- 9
4 (30 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 69 units
St Joseph Chateau is a small skilled nursing facility where most reviewers praise the close-knit staff and family-like atmosphere.
- 10
Carriage Square Rehab & Healthcare Center
3.9 (67 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 130 units
Reviews for Carriage Square are sharply divided, with some families praising therapy and activities staff amid other concerns.
What families say about senior living in St. Joseph
Counted across the review summaries of 39 St. Joseph communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted in 64% of 39 communities, along with building and grounds in 28% and cleanliness in 18%. The most common concerns are communication with families and cost and billing, each mentioned in 44% of communities, followed by staff attitude in 21%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 64%
- Building and grounds 28%
- Cleanliness 18%
- Medical and nursing care 18%
- Activities and social life 15%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 44%
- Cost and billing 44%
- Staff attitude 21%
- Building and upkeep 15%
“Thank you for being a great organization, helping families find the right fit after their stay with you! We appreciate you being a great partner to work with!”
“The positive & loving atmosphere at Vintage Gardens is beyond any I’ve seen in other care facilities! Truly, every single caregiver at Vintage Gardens cares! They are so kind, so helpful, and so loving! They are caring for my mom and disabled sister in such a loving manner!”
“The first day I was here was AWFUL!! After I met the staff and other patients, everyday got better and better. Today I'm done with my therapy and I'm sad to leave. If I ever need therapy I will always choose BELLEVIEW CARE CENTER. They went above and beyond and always showed compassion and I knew they all cared.”
Senior Living in St. Joseph: the figures
- •Of the 7 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60.
- •6 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.2 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 3 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (24), medication management (20), emergency call system (20), on-site nurse (rn) (14), wheelchair accessible (14), housekeeping (13).
How families pay for senior living 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: Senior Living in Missouri.
Senior Living near St. Joseph
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atchison, Kansas22.5 mi | 8 | 4.1 / 5 | 22.5 mi |
| Cameron30.3 mi | 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 30.3 mi |
All of Missouri: Senior Living in Missouri. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 39 communities listed in St. Joseph, 782 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 Joseph ask about.
- Home Care in Missouri: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in St Joseph: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in St Joseph, Missouri?
MyLivingChoice lists 39 senior living communities in St Joseph, Missouri, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in St Joseph?
Among St Joseph communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $3,050/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,288/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in St Joseph are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Mosaic Life Care - Hospice (5★, 16 ratings), Mosaic Life Care - Home Health (5★, 7 ratings), Mc Donald Boarding Home (5★, 5 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in St Joseph?
Beyond senior living, St Joseph has assisted living (11 communities), at-home care (11 communities), home health (8 communities), independent living (8 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in St Joseph?
Families rate St Joseph senior living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 782 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in St Joseph senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 39 St Joseph communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 64%), building and grounds (mentioned for 28%), cleanliness (mentioned for 18%). The most common concerns are communication with families (44%), cost and billing (44%), staff attitude (21%).
Are there small senior living homes in St Joseph?
Of the 7 St Joseph communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do St Joseph nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in St Joseph carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.2 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 3 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving St Joseph bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
