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Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights

12335 W Bend Dr

4.5(79 ratings)· St. Louis average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
141 residents

California CDSS

Memory Care Recognition
Alzheimer's Association recognized dementia care practices
New Resident Transition Support
Family member can stay free for first 5 days
Nearby Hospital Access
Less than one mile from Mercy Hospital South

What Families Think

Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights receives strong overall praise for its caring staff, active social calendar, and dining, with many families noting visible improvements in residents' health and happiness. However, a handful of detailed negative reviews raise serious concerns about medication administration, cleanliness, and staff attentiveness that prospective families should weigh carefully.

The Good

  • Staff repeatedly described as caring, attentive, and family-like
  • Residents show improved mobility and independence over time
  • Wide variety of daily activities, outings, and entertainment
  • Restaurant-style dining and food quality frequently praised
  • Memory care program recognized by Alzheimer's Association
  • Pair to Prepare lets a family member stay free for 5 days

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of medication administration errors or mix-ups
  • One detailed report of unclean bathrooms and persistent urine odor
  • Several reviewers cite slow or unanswered call-button responses
  • One family's TV service issue went unresolved for months

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights is a senior living community in St. Louis, Missouri offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 79 reviews.

About Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights

Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights offers assisted living and independent living in St. Louis, Missouri. The community provides personalized care plans and wellness programs designed to support residents' emotional and physical well-being while maintaining independence.

Dining is a central feature, with all-day service offering fresh, seasonal meals prepared on-site in a restaurant-style setting. Menus rotate regularly and accommodate special dietary needs including heart-healthy, gluten-free, low-sodium, and diabetic-friendly options. Residents can enjoy breakfast any time, and the community features a movie theater for entertainment.

Apartments are private and wheelchair-accessible, with spacious bathrooms, kitchenettes, and 24-hour emergency call systems available in studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community is pet-friendly, with landscaped courtyards where residents and their pets can enjoy outdoor spaces. Staff are available 24/7 to assist with daily tasks and household chores.

The Living TRUE program creates personalized experiences reflecting residents' interests and sense of purpose. Activities and events are rooted in seven dimensions of wellness, intellectual, spiritual, physical, environmental, creative, emotional, purposeful living, and social. A daily calendar offers varied opportunities for connection, from group activities to quiet personal time.

The community is located less than one mile from Mercy Hospital South, South County YMCA, and Lamplighter Square Shopping Center, with convenient access to healthcare, fitness, shopping, and dining. It is also near Concord Bowl and Recreation, Kennerly Center, and has easy access to I-270 and U.S. Route 21.

The memory care program is recognized by the Alzheimer's Association for using evidence-based dementia care practices. A Pair to Prepare program allows a spouse, relative, or friend to stay with new residents for their first five days at no extra cost to ease the transition.

Types of Care at Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

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

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Pet Friendly
  • Security

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights

4.5overall · 79 ratings combined

4.5★ on Google (79)

Mary Lusk

Jul 2026

via Google

I have been add Cedarhurst for almost a year everything has met my expectations from food to apartment staff activities and kindness and friendliness

Mike Imergoot

Jul 2026

via Google

Love living here. The staff is awesome and my accommodations are terrific! I'm right at home and am completely happy! The staff are absolutely fantastic!

Scott Rositz

Jul 2026

via Google

You couldn't ask for a better staff. The staff is so amazing 👏 They take care of their residents. I would recommend them to anyone.

RyanJC

Mar 2026

via Google

My grandpa just moved out of his house after over 50 years he was scared at first but he 72 years old and he loving it we moved in a few weeks ago<br>We moved him here because we wanted him to have friends and his legs and back hurt he loves it here I would recommend staying here!!!!

RyanJC

Mar 2026

via Google

My grandpa just moved out of his house after over 50 years he was scared at first but he 72 years old and he loving it we moved in a few weeks ago We moved him here because we wanted him to have friends and his legs and back hurt he loves it here I would recommend staying here!!!!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights offer?

Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights offers Assisted Living, Independent Living and Memory Care.

How much does Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights cost?

Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights has not published its pricing. For context, communities in St. Louis that publish rates start around $8,250 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.

Is Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights pet friendly?

Yes. Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.

Where is Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights located?

Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights is located at 12335 W Bend Dr in St. Louis, Missouri.

What do families say about Cedarhurst Senior Living of Tesson Heights?

Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights receives strong overall praise for its caring staff, active social calendar, and dining, with many families noting visible improvements in residents' health and happiness. However, a handful of detailed negative reviews raise serious concerns about medication administration, cleanliness, and staff attentiveness that prospective families should weigh carefully.

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