Be Love
Jun 2026
Beautiful place and the staff are very respectful and helpful
1 / 6Quick Facts
- Licensed capacity
- 80 residents
- Ownership
- Family-owned and operated, not corporate chain
- Memory Care Size
- Dedicated memory care neighborhood with only 24 units
- Independent Living Inclusions
- Utilities and bi-weekly housekeeping included in rent
- Safety Monitoring
- 24-hour monitored emergency response system for residents
California CDSS
What Families Think
Families describe The Fountains of West County as a family-owned, home-like community where staff know residents personally and many employees have stayed for years. Most reviewers praise the caring atmosphere, cleanliness, and activities like knitting hats for the homeless, though a few report frustration with management's responsiveness during maintenance issues or after a resident's death.
The Good
- Staff described as attentive, kind, and long-tenured
- Clean, well-maintained building and grounds
- Fall monitoring protocol praised by families
- Strong sense of community through activities like Mad Hatters knitting group
- Family-owned, not corporate-run, valued by residents
- Positive experiences reported in both assisted living and memory care
The Bad
- One report of unresolved wall cracking and slow management follow-up
- One report of management failing to follow through after a resident's death
- One report of dining service issues like running out of food items
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
The Fountains of West County is a senior living community in Ellisville, Missouri offering Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Guest Meals, Restaurant style Dining Room and Outdoor Patio. Families rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 28 reviews.
About The Fountains of West County
The Fountains of West County is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community located in Ellisville, Missouri, in the heart of West County near medical centers, shopping, entertainment, and family connections.
The community offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes designed with comfort and accessibility. Independent living residents enjoy daily continental breakfast, full service restaurant-style lunch and dinner, bi-weekly housekeeping, all utilities, comprehensive transportation, and a 24-hour monitored emergency response system. Assisted living provides individualized assistance with activities of daily living and medication management, while memory care offers shared suites and studio and one-bedroom apartments in a dedicated neighborhood with only 24 units, where trained staff develop individualized care plans and focus on meaningful activities to improve quality of life.
The community emphasizes social engagement and wellness through a variety of programs including exercise classes, day trips, games, puzzles, music, and brain-building activities. Residents participate in initiatives such as The Mad Hatters, a group that knits hats for the homeless, and have opportunities for dining together and playing cards in an environment designed to foster connections among residents.
The facility maintains a clean, well-maintained environment with seasonal decorations and attention to detail. Staff are described as trained, dedicated, and responsive to resident and family needs, with many employees having long tenure at the community. The community provides comprehensive meals with nutritious variety and implements protocols such as fall monitoring to ensure resident safety and security.
Types of Care at The Fountains of West County
Independent LivingMemory Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Multiple Floor Plans
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Guest Meals
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- Outdoor Patio
- Security
- Transportation Services
Activities
- Arts and Crafts
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Day Trips and Outings
- Games
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of The Fountains of West County
4.6overall · 28 ratings combined
4.6★ on Google (28)
Linda M
Feb 2026
We are super happy with the Fountains of West County. We love that the Fountains is privately owned and many of the employees have been working there for years. The place is well maintained, the staff and administration is very responsive. and most importantly, they take good care of our parents. Our only regret is that we wish they would have moved there sooner.
Julie Dobson
Jan 2026
Mom has been in the Assisted Living at The Fountains for about two months. The staff have all been welcoming and friendly to her and have made an effort to get to know her AND the family members who visit. This is evident by the conversations that I've had with staff who take the time to tell me little anecdotes about mom's day or share with me a funny story or any little tidbit that shows me that they know her. ANY little things that need taken care of have been attended to very promptly. Mom recently had a fall and I was impressed by the "Fall Protocol" that they implemented to follow up and keep a close watch on her for several days after. The security and comfort mom feels and the relief we feel to know that her medications are being properly taken and that she is eating a nutritious meal (lots of variety) three times a day is reassuring. There are many opportunities for social activities, games/puzzles and music, "exercise", brain building, etc. We have appreciated that mom is encouraged to attend, but is also respected to make her choice of whether to participate or decline. In our short time with a resident at The Fountains, we have found the facility clean and the staff helpful and kind. Mom notices the efforts taken to decorate for holidays or change the table centerpieces seasonally. It's the little things!
Cindy Stella-Zelinsky
Jan 2026
My mother moved to The Fountains this May (2025) from Nebraska. Quite an emotional move for a person leaving their home of 63 years and the place she was born and raised 88 years ago. Needless to say there were a multitude of emotions for my mom but also myself. Worried about her transition I called and visited The Fountains multiple times with questions and concerns (poor staff 😉) and every time I was reassured and walked through the transition and support my mom would receive. Nine months later I am happy, and relieved to say, her transition was better than I anticipated. The staff and management listen and do their very best to accommodate all the residents. My mother’s suffers from macular degeneration and the support she has received, especially with activities, is beyond what I expected. No place is perfect, of course there are hiccups but management is open and willing to listen and accommodate when they can. I love when I visit and get greeting from management and staff and they know who my mom is. The care, support and happiness of the residents is obvious when you walk in the door. The Fountains is family owned not corporate which was an important factor in our decision.
diane kramer
Dec 2025
Both my Mother and Father-In-Law are there. Mom in memory care and dad in assisted living. The Fountains is FABULOUS in so many ways. Staff, Atmosphere, Great Meals, and always CLEAN. We are very pleased and satisfied with their care and it gives us Great Comfort.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does The Fountains of West County offer?
The Fountains of West County offers Independent Living and Memory Care.
Where is The Fountains of West County located?
The Fountains of West County is located at 15826 Clayton Rd in Ellisville, Missouri.
What do families say about The Fountains of West County?
Families describe The Fountains of West County as a family-owned, home-like community where staff know residents personally and many employees have stayed for years. Most reviewers praise the caring atmosphere, cleanliness, and activities like knitting hats for the homeless, though a few report frustration with management's responsiveness during maintenance issues or after a resident's death.
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