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Jul 2026
Wonderful experience with caring professionals well maintained facility
Life Care Center of Waynesville
700 Birch Lane
4.4(41 ratings)
Part of Life Care Centers of America · 20 communities · 4.3★ average
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 120
- Medicare rating
- 3 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 120
- Memory care
- Secured Alzheimer's and dementia care unit on-site
- Transportation
- Complimentary rides to doctor visits and appointments
- Nearby hospital
- 5 miles from Army community hospital
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What Families Think
Life Care Center of Waynesville is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility near Fort Leonard Wood that families describe as warm and attentive, with several reviewers praising the teamwork among nurses, aides, therapists, and even office staff. One reviewer reported a troubling incident with a slow call-light response and a confrontational aide, though they noted management responded quickly and positively after the review was posted.
The Good
- Reviewers praise attentive, team-oriented nursing and rehab staff
- Family says social worker kept them informed during rehab
- Secured Alzheimer's and dementia care unit on-site
- Complimentary transportation provided to doctor appointments
- Management responded quickly to negative feedback
The Bad
- One report of a long call-light wait and aide conflict
- No published pricing information available
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About Life Care Center of Waynesville
Life Care Center of Waynesville is a skilled nursing home and rehabilitation facility in Waynesville, Missouri, offering 24-hour skilled nursing care along with inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. The community provides a secured Alzheimer's and dementia care unit for residents requiring specialized memory care support.
The facility's nursing and rehabilitation teams develop individualized, goal-oriented care plans tailored to each resident and patient. Services include short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. Life Care Center provides complimentary transportation to and from doctor visits and other necessary appointments for residents.
Located along the Missouri portion of historic Route 66, the community is situated in the home community for Fort Leonard Wood U.S. Army post and is positioned 5 miles from General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital, making it convenient for individuals transitioning from hospital care or requiring specialized medical support.
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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Help Me ChooseReviews
4.4overall · 41 ratings combined
4.4★ on Google (41)
Marty Lewis
Jun 2026
Great care from wonderful staff
Richard Buente
Nov 2025
I live in Kansas City and my brother had to go for rehab after surgery. The staff has been extremely supportive. The Social Worker, Rebecca Hultz, has kept in touch during his rehabilitation. She has also gone out of her way to make accommodations for him.
Deana Schubert
Oct 2025
This is the place to go if you want to receive great care. All care teams work together to provide amazing care to all residents and their guests.
Jo Olsen
Oct 2025
Very caring staff who go above and beyond for the people they care for.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Life Care Center of Waynesville offer?
Life Care Center of Waynesville offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Life Care Center of Waynesville located?
Life Care Center of Waynesville is located at 700 Birch Lane in Waynesville, Missouri.
What do families say about Life Care Center of Waynesville?
Life Care Center of Waynesville is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility near Fort Leonard Wood that families describe as warm and attentive, with several reviewers praising the teamwork among nurses, aides, therapists, and even office staff. One reviewer reported a troubling incident with a slow call-light response and a confrontational aide, though they noted management responded quickly and positively after the review was posted.
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