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Central Gardens

302 North Elm St

3.7(6 ratings)· Dexter average: 4

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Quick Facts

Total units
83
Licensed capacity
83 residents

Missouri DHSS

Licensed operator
Central Gardens, Inc

What Families Think

An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.

Central Gardens is a small assisted living community in Dexter, Missouri, licensed for up to 83 residents. Family feedback is limited to just six Google reviews, giving an average rating of 3.7 out of 5, but no detailed comments are available to describe day-to-day life there.

What reviewers praise

  • Licensed for up to 83 residents
  • Overall Google rating of 3.7 out of 5

What reviewers flag

  • No published pricing information available
  • Very limited online reviews (only 6 total)

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Central Gardens is a senior living community in Dexter, Missouri offering Assisted Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 6 reviews.

About Central Gardens

Central Gardens is an assisted living community in Dexter, Missouri, licensed for up to 83 residents. The facility offers 24-hour staffing, private rooms with private bathrooms, cable or satellite television, social activities, and gathering spaces. Additional amenities include housekeeping and laundry services, medication management, dietary accommodations, an emergency call system, and wheelchair accessibility.

Reviews are mixed regarding the community's operations. Some reviewers praised the facility's physical environment, activities program, and care quality, with one writing that staff show genuine dedication to residents' wellbeing. Others raised concerns about administrative practices and management decisions, describing inconsistencies between the facility's appearance and day-to-day operations.

Types of Care at Central Gardens

Assisted Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

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

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Central Gardens

3.7overall · 6 ratings combined

3.7★ on Google (6)

Dustin Davis

May 2026

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Buyer Beware!! I am writing this post from a perspective of a 25 year plus healthcare executive. This facility is like a shiny new penny but the shine quickly wears off. The problem is not with the physical environment of the facility, it's with Administration. They create problems when there are no problems. The Regional, Lori, is constantly stirring the pot. She will tell you to have your loved ones not to complain in resident council even when they have legitimate concerns. She will warn you that your loved ones are hanging around the wrong people who cause trouble. She, along with her minions (Kim and Candie), will lie on the events that have occurred and they will back track to cover their tracks both verbally and with documentation. They are an embarrassment to healthcare providers and administrators across our great country. You ought to be ashamed Lori, Kim and Candie.

dorothy Coleman

Oct 2022

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My daughter came here for an interview today and I probably embarrassed her pretty bad by jumping out and filming our glorious Missouri sky. The Fall colors are incredible against the background of the red brick and the storm overhead.

Alan Hedrick

Oct 2020

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An amazing facility and great staff. Only you love your family more than the CG Team. My mother has been so happy there. Great activities, joyful spirit and excellent care!!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Central Gardens offer?

Central Gardens offers Assisted Living.

Where is Central Gardens located?

Central Gardens is located at 302 North Elm St in Dexter, Missouri.

What do families say about Central Gardens?

Central Gardens carries a 3.7 out of 5 rating from 6 Google reviews. Central Gardens is a small assisted living community in Dexter, Missouri, licensed for up to 83 residents. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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