Best Skilled Nursing in Cape Girardeau, Missouri
9 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 9 skilled nursing communities in Cape Girardeau. Families rate them 4 out of 5 on average, across 241 public reviews.
- 9communities
- 4average rating, 9 rated
- 241family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Missouri Veteran's Home
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
4.7(15)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Chateau Girardeau
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
4.3(15)
Independent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Ratliff Care Center
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
4.3(11)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lutheran Home Assisted Living
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
4.2(9)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $4,000/moCapetown Senior Living
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
4.2(21)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Lutheran Home- Skilled Nursing Home
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
3.7(15)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
3.8(119)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Fountainbleau Lodge
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
3.6(18)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Heartland Care & Rehab Center
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
3.1(18)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Cape Girardeau
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.7 (15 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families of veterans at this Cape Girardeau skilled nursing home consistently praise the staff's compassion and communication, especially during end-of-life care. Reviewers describe a warm, respectful environment where…
- 2
4.3 (15 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 75 units
Families describe a full continuum-of-care campus where residents can move between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing without leaving the grounds. Reviews are mixed: several praise the…
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4.3 (11 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 46 units
Most reviewers describe Ratliff Care Center as a small, quiet skilled nursing community with attentive, friendly staff who make residents feel at home. One review sharply disagrees, alleging dishonesty from…
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4.2 (9 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 274 units
Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau receives strong marks from the small number of reviewers who have posted online, praising the staff and the transition experience for new residents. There isn't much review volume to draw…
- 5
4.2 (21 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Capetown Senior Living gets mixed feedback: many families praise the caring, friendly staff and memory care team, while a handful of reviewers describe serious declines in food quality, cleanliness, and staffing levels…
- 6
Lutheran Home- Skilled Nursing Home
3.7 (15 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews for Lutheran Home are sharply split: many families describe compassionate, attentive nursing staff, good food, and a full activity calendar, while a notable minority report serious problems with cleanliness,…
- 7
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau
3.8 (119 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviewers describe a facility that delivers strong physical rehabilitation results, but experiences vary a lot depending on which staff or shift is on duty. Several families praise the kindness and skill of most…
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3.6 (18 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 33 units
Fountainbleau Lodge is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, with mixed feedback from families. Some reviewers praise the warm atmosphere, attentive staff, and good food, while…
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3.1 (18 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 102 units
Reviews for Heartland Care & Rehab Center are largely negative, with multiple families describing understaffing, neglect, and safety concerns, though a few reviewers single out specific staff members and recent building…
What families say about skilled nursing in Cape Girardeau
Counted across the review summaries of 9 Cape Girardeau communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 89%
- Building and grounds 56%
- Food and dining 44%
- Communication with families 44%
- Medical and nursing care 44%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 67%
- Staffing levels and turnover 56%
- Communication with families 56%
- Cost and billing 44%
“My mom loves the staff. She was just in the hospital and ready to go “home”!! Caring & considerate staff. Would definitely recommend to others for their family members.”
“I have stayed there six times now. It is by far the best place to go. Excellent staff, great care. Beautiful place and very well maintained. Can't say enough good about them except PERFECT.”
“Took great care if my father in the 21 months he was there. My only with is that the staffing was better for those who work overtime to make up for those who call in or quit. Bless them all for the hard work they put in to care for our veterans.”
Skilled Nursing in Cape Girardeau: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •6 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.5 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (9), wheelchair accessible (9), 24-hour staff (9), gathering / activity spaces (9), medication management (9), on-site nurse (rn) (9).
Skilled Nursing near Cape Girardeau
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikeston30 mi | 28 | 3.7 / 5 | 30 mi |
| Carbondale, Illinois33.7 mi | 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 33.7 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 20, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Cape Girardeau, 241 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Cape Girardeau 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?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Cape Girardeau: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Cape Girardeau, Missouri?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 skilled nursing long term care communities in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Cape Girardeau are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Missouri Veteran's Home (4.7★, 15 ratings), Chateau Girardeau (4.3★, 15 ratings), Ratliff Care Center (4.3★, 11 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Cape Girardeau?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Cape Girardeau has skilled nursing / long term care (9 communities), assisted living (7 communities), independent living (5 communities), memory care (5 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Cape Girardeau?
Families rate Cape Girardeau skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 241 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Cape Girardeau skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 9 Cape Girardeau communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 89%), building and grounds (mentioned for 56%), food and dining (mentioned for 44%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (67%), staffing levels and turnover (56%), communication with families (56%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Cape Girardeau?
Of the 6 Cape Girardeau communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Cape Girardeau nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Cape Girardeau carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.5 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.