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Buckingham Senior Living

1602 Buckingham St

4.5(80 ratings)· St Joseph average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

On-site care partner
Home Instead provides in-house personal care support
Community history
Operating in this community since the early 1990s
Pet policy
Residents can bring small dogs to live with them

What Families Think

Families describe Buckingham Senior Living (marketed as Country Squire/Holiday Country Squire) as a warm, close-knit independent living community in St Joseph with friendly, attentive staff and a full activity calendar. Most reviewers report smooth move-ins, good care coordination, and a strong sense of community, though a handful raise concerns about food quality and a serious incident involving a resident's belongings after death.

The Good

  • Friendly staff who know residents by name
  • Wide range of activities: bingo, crafts, Bible study
  • Smooth, well-supported move-in process
  • Clean, well-kept common areas and apartments
  • Small pets like dogs are welcome
  • Long-established community since the early 1990s

The Bad

  • Several reviewers say meal quality has declined, with repetitive or dry food
  • One report of theft from a deceased resident's apartment with an unresolved billing dispute
  • One report of a persistent urine odor in a second-floor hallway
  • One report of long walking distances to apartments with no resting seats

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Buckingham Senior Living is a senior living community in St Joseph, Missouri offering Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 80 reviews.

About Buckingham Senior Living

Buckingham Senior Living is an independent living community in St. Joseph, Missouri. The community houses residents seeking an active lifestyle without the need for medical care assistance.

Families consistently praise the staff's warmth and helpfulness, with one noting the move-in process was handled "with the utmost professionalism and efficiency." Residents appreciate spacious, home-like apartments and enjoy a robust schedule of activities including bingo, crafts, and special events like the Mother's Day Tea. The dining room serves well-regarded meals in a social setting, and the community maintains a close-knit atmosphere where staff and residents interact frequently. Multiple families describe a welcoming environment where new residents settle in quickly.

The community holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating across 80 reviews on Google. While the vast majority of reviews are positive, a small number of families raised concerns about facility appearance and isolated incidents that affected their experience.

Types of Care at Buckingham Senior Living

Independent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Buckingham Senior Living

4.5overall · 80 ratings combined

4.5★ on Google (80)

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Meredith Suhr

Nov 2025

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My mom moved to the senior living at Country Squire about a month ago, and she really seems to be happy there! The staff as well as the residents are so welcoming and kind, and there are so many activities for her to do there. One of her favorite activities is the weekly bingo, and she also enjoys the crafts. The best perk for her, though, is she was able to bring her little dog with her.<br>Country Squire offers everything she needed and wanted, and we are so thankful for the ease of transition for her and the absolute wonderful staff and residents there.

Neil Stuber

Oct 2025

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Very impressed with the professionalism of the staff and management. The facility is clean and inviting and my father seems to be enjoying himself :) I recommend Country Squire to anyone considering an independent living situation in SJ. The sense of community is well and alive. I feel very comforted in knowing my father has many years to build new friendships in a safe and comfortable environment.

Teggy Peterson

Oct 2025

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Our Mom moved in a month ago and is loving it. She is enjoying all the activities - book club, exercise class, crafts, Bible study, Bingo and more! Everyone has been very friendly. Jamie and Marc are very helpful and answer any questions or concerns. Cassie and Marissa are absolutely the best - so friendly and are great at their jobs. We're happy she chose Holiday Country Squire.

Nancy Ingram

Oct 2025

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Moving our Mom into Holiday Country Squire has been the best. She has enjoyed her first month and is getting out and socializing. Everyone is so friendly and caring. It is a comfort to know our Mom is being taken care of and still have her independence.

Mary

Sep 2025

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Very clean and friendly environment. Extremely helpful and caring as our loved ones moved in. Food is also excellent. Plenty of activities available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Buckingham Senior Living offer?

Buckingham Senior Living offers Independent Living.

Where is Buckingham Senior Living located?

Buckingham Senior Living is located at 1602 Buckingham St in St Joseph, Missouri.

What do families say about Buckingham Senior Living?

Families describe Buckingham Senior Living (marketed as Country Squire/Holiday Country Squire) as a warm, close-knit independent living community in St Joseph with friendly, attentive staff and a full activity calendar. Most reviewers report smooth move-ins, good care coordination, and a strong sense of community, though a handful raise concerns about food quality and a serious incident involving a resident's belongings after death.

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