Missouri Assisted Living

Missouri provides residence for 6+ million individuals, and its numbers have far exceeded neighbors Iowa and Kansas over the last several decades.

Why look for assisted living in Missouri?

Missouri has lower than the national average living costs, including senior housing like assisted living complexes.

The state ranks in the lower two-thirds based on price which is nice to see given the high costs of elderly care.

Missouri also features a rarely reported, yet noteworthy culture. The food is extraordinary and there are several natural wonders. The staff at many of the top-rated Missouri assisted living centers are also known for their terrific service and caring attitudes.

Missouri Assisted Living - Cost

The Top 5 Most Affordable Cities for Assisted Living in Missouri per month:

1. Maryville, MO - $3,280
2. Kennett, MO - $3,305
3. Butler, MO - $3,340
4. Warsaw, MO - $3,350
5. Moberly, MO - $3,380

The Top 5 Most Expensive Cities for Assisted Living in Missouri:

1. Des Peres, MO - $4,670
2. Chesterfield, MO - $4,450
3. Town and Country, MO - $4,445
4. Valley Park, MO - $4,375
5. Ballwin, MO - $4,375

The Top 5 Most Affordable Counties in Missouri for Assisted Living per month:

1. Nodaway County - $3,285
2. Dunklin County - $3,305
3. Bates County - $3,330
4. Benton County - $3,345
5. Randolph County - $3,380

The Top 5 Most Expensive Counties in Missouri for Assisted Living:

1. Saint Louis County - $4,260
2. Saint Charles County - $4,260
3. Clay County - $3,995
4. Platte County - $3,965
5. Lincoln County - $3,900

Types of Assisted Living Available in Missouri

According to the Department of Health and Senior Services in Missouri, over 1,000 long-term facilities are available each year for review including a fair share of assisted living complexes.

The department is available to answer questions about any residential care facility or assisted living facility in Missouri that they inspect. State licenses are only presented to elderly care homes that exercise the utmost standards.

Services featured range vastly depending on the senior living provider, though expect some similarities including meal preparation and serving, housekeeping, community-organized events, leisure services (beauty salon, library, fitness center, etc.) as well as sponsored activities.

Paying for Assisted Living in Missouri

Family members of loved ones who need assisted living may receive assistance through the Aged and Disabled Waiver which is part of the state’s Medicaid package. The waiver does not specifically state what provider an eligible participant must decide upon, which is very convenient.

For those that fail to qualify for the Aged and Disabled Waiver, other potential aid is available through the Supplemental Nursing Care Assistance Program and State Plan Personal Care.

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