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Top 5 Assisted Living Facilities in St. Joseph, MO

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Vintage Gardens

Provides: Assisted Living

3302 North Woodbine Road, St. Joseph, MO 64505

"Vintage Gardens was really clean and nice. The staff members that we met were nice. We met some of the people that lived there and they love it. They had no complaints. It's well kept up. The staff..." More

"I visited the assisted living part of the Living Community of St. Joseph for my stepmother. Everybody was great. The lady that showed me around was really great and I told her that my stepmom would..." More

"The staff is not very respectful.They slack off on the job.The company also provides home hospice on top of the facility it's self.They run a pretty affordable business for people who really need..." More

Riverside Place

Provides: Assisted Living

1616 Weisenborn Rd, St. Joseph, MO 64507

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Heartland Ii Rcf

Provides: Assisted Living

117 SOUTH 15TH STREET, St. Joseph, MO 64501

Nestled along the banks of the Missouri River lies St. Joseph, a city known for its contributions to the meat and poultry industries. St. Joseph has helped transport goods and information since the 1800s and played a vital role in the Pony Express. This bustling city houses nearly 76,000 people, 14.4% of whom are senior citizens.

Approximately 10 assisted living facilities are available in St. Joseph, Missouri, to handle the long-term care needs for aging residents who wish to remain in the community. The Department of Health and Senior Services monitors the performance of assisted living communities in St. Joseph and throughout Missouri.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in St Joseph

The St. Joseph area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
St. Joseph seniors at least 50 years old can visit the Joyce Raye Patterson Senior Center for socialization, meals, games, dances and other activities. Members can also use the fitness center and participate in group exercise classes.
Seniors who prefer changing seasons rather than a climate that remains the same year-round will likely appreciate the weather in St. Joseph. Throughout the year, temperatures typically fall between 19 and 88 degrees, though they may drop down to single digits in winter or soar to the high-90s in the summer.
St. Joseph, has a high crime rate, although most crimes involve theft or property damage rather than assault or other violent crime. Assisted living communities with gates, passcodes or security workers help seniors feel safe in their homes.
The cost of living for St. Joseph sits at just 80.6 on a 100-point scale, making it more budget-friendly than many parts of Missouri and the rest of the United States. Housing costs less than half of the U.S. average, so frugal-minded seniors may find St. Joseph a practical location for retirement.
Known as "The Ride," the St. Joseph Transit provides transportation for seniors and other residents throughout the city. Disabled passengers and seniors aged 60 and older receive half-price fares for the transit, which runs every day but Sunday.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Average Monthly Costs

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Assisted Living costs in St. Joseph start around $2,875 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth's Cost of Care Survey.

It's important to note that assisted living rates in St. Joseph and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.