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Chateau Girardeau

3120 Independence Street

4.3(15 ratings)· Cape Girardeau average: 3.9

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Quick Facts

Total units
75
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Other
Certified beds
75
Campus type
Continuing care campus with independent living to skilled nursing
Memory care approach
Montessori-based memory care program on-site
Residency requirement
Age 60+, must be in reasonably good health at move-in
Couples policy
Only one spouse must meet age requirement
Safety monitoring
24/7 emergency call system with optional daily wellness checks

What Families Think

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 therapy team, activities, and spacious independent-living homes, while others report dated rooms, poor cable/TV, and one serious complaint about a resident being evicted from skilled nursing after dementia symptoms worsened.

The Good

  • Rehab/therapy praised for strong recovery outcomes
  • Spacious independent living homes with private garages
  • Friendly, professional groundskeepers and housekeepers
  • Residents build community, some knew each other for decades
  • Full continuum of care on one campus

The Bad

  • One report of resident evicted from skilled nursing over dementia behavior
  • Rooms described as dated with unreliable TV/cable
  • No published pricing available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Chateau Girardeau is a senior living community in Cape Girardeau, Missouri offering Memory Care, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Professional Chef, Restaurant style Dining Room and Outdoor Patio. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 15 reviews.

About Chateau Girardeau

Chateau Girardeau is a continuing care retirement community in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care on a single 40+ acre campus.

The community provides independent living for residents who can live safely without assistance, with housekeeping, maintenance, meals prepared by chefs, transportation, and 24/7 security included. Assisted living offers personalized support with daily activities such as medication management, dressing, bathing, and laundry for those who need regular assistance but not nursing care. The Montessori-based memory care program is designed to support dignity and independence through thoughtfully designed spaces and engaging activities tailored to cognitive and emotional needs.

Skilled nursing and rehabilitation services are available for residents requiring daily nursing care or short-term rehabilitation. A 24/7 notification system allows residents to summon help at any hour, and daily wellness checks can be arranged. The community emphasizes a continuum of care that allows residents to transition seamlessly between levels of service while remaining on the same campus.

Residents enjoy access to clubs, social events, classes, and activities throughout the campus, including walking paths. The community is designed to foster connection and choice, with spaces meant to bring people together. Residency is available to individuals age 60 and older who are in reasonably good health at the time of occupancy; for couples, only one spouse needs to meet the age requirement.

Types of Care at Chateau Girardeau

Independent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

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

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Chateau Girardeau

4.3overall · 15 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (15)

Steven Hamilton

May 2026

via Google

My mother lived here in skilled nursing for 2.5 years until she developed dementia and became vocal and difficult for staff to manage. She was evicted at age 90. So much for a caring organization founded on Christian values.

Eddie Lee

Nov 2024

via Google

They are a great provider of elderly healthcare.

Rita Casey

Jul 2023

via Google

My mother lived at Chateau Girardeau in her 90's until her death just shy of what would have been her 100th birthday. She and we, her children, were very pleased with her life there. She enjoyed the many activities, other residents (some had been her classmates at SEMO before WWII), and the excellent care. We greatly appreciate her life at the Chateau, and the wonderful staff.

Laura Holloway

Nov 2019

via Google

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.

Laurie Bolen

Jun 2019

via Google

Therapy is above all the best. My mother had the best treatment the entire time. She is 81 had a broken hip and left there to her home and two weeks later is driving. All of the nurses and techs go above and beyond their duties. Highly recommend.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 18 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jan 23, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025

  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025

  • Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025

  • Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025

Nov 16, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 8, 2023

  • Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 30, 2023

  • Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 22, 2023

  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 22, 2023

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 8, 2023

  • Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 8, 2023

May 19, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 8, 2022

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 5, 2022

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2022

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Chateau Girardeau offer?

Chateau Girardeau offers Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Chateau Girardeau located?

Chateau Girardeau is located at 3120 Independence Street in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

What do families say about Chateau Girardeau?

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 therapy team, activities, and spacious independent-living homes, while others report dated rooms, poor cable/TV, and one serious complaint about a resident being evicted from skilled nursing after dementia symptoms worsened.

How did Chateau Girardeau do on recent health and safety inspections?

Chateau Girardeau had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 18 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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