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Photo of The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living
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9.6
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58 reviews
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My mother was in the Boulevard of St Charles for a little over a year from the spring of [date removed] to the summer of [date removed], I visited her almost every evening. She was initially in the Memory...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Charles has been serving the seniors of St. Charles since September of 2017. Located in between interstate 70W and 370W, The Boulevard is minutes from restaurants, malls, grocery stores, and The Streets of St. Charles.The Boulevard offers a full continuum of...
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9.6
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48 reviews
9.6
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48 reviews
5 star
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My mom fell and broke her hip earlier this year. The staff and nurses have been such a big help, especially over the past several weeks! The men who drive the van are wonderful and most helpful to go out of...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled on ten acres in the heart of charming St. Charles, Fairwinds- River's Edge offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that...
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9.2
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21 reviews
9.2
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21 reviews
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What we like the most about Lake St. Charles is the staff. The staff are wonderful and the facility itself is very clean and well organized. Our loved one is on the independent living section. I cannot...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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9.8
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54 reviews
9.8
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54 reviews
5 star
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Avalon Park is a brand-new community located in charming Cottleville, MO. Priced 10-15% lower than any other community in the area – we offer the best value in senior living. Once you arrive at Avalon Park you can feel the authentic and caring culture from the staff the moment you walk in! The...
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99 Floor plans available
9.8
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51 reviews
9.8
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51 reviews
5 star
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We feel at home there and trust they do what they say they will do. Very warm and loving staff. They communicate well. We feel Mom is well taken care of in the memory care unit. Lots of activities- love that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Clarendale of St. Peters senior living community offers extraordinary independent living, assisted living, and memory care all under one roof. Service-rich, yet as comfortable and welcoming as a friendly village, Clarendale of St. Peters keeps you connected to the people and places you love most...
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9.2
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7 reviews
9.2
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7 reviews
5 star
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Overall the facility has a very comfortable feeling, clean fresh facility, friendly caring staff. The residents living there also make a difference. They really do care about each other.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Daughters of Charity of St.Vincent de Paul, Franciscan Sisters of Mary, Society of the Sacred Heart, School Sisters of Notre Dame, and the Sisters of Loretto founded the Sarah Community in 1997. Together, the sisters of these five congregations established a community where respect,...
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9.1
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52 reviews
9.1
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52 reviews
5 star
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The Emerson is great for independent living and they do offer services as the residents need more assistance but it is costly and they are not currently staffed to fulfill the needs of many residents. We...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Freedom to Live Your LifeFrom the moment you arrive at our independent living community in St. Peters, Missouri, you will fall in love with the beautifully-landscaped property, the spacious and elegant accommodations, and the kind and charming residents. And after one look at the list of...
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77 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.1
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46 reviews
9.1
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46 reviews
5 star
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WHEN MY SON SUGGESTED THAT MY WIFE AND I MOVE TO A SENIOR LIVING FACILITY WE WERE APPRESENSIVE ABOUT MOVING. WE WERE LIVING VERY COMFORTABLY IN A CONDO. MY SON AND I VISITED FIVE SENIOR LIVING...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Life Well LivedWho wants to spend their golden years sitting around and twiddling their thumbs? Or drowning under the weight of household chores? Instead of wasting your time or feeling lonely and isolated, you can enjoy a retirement rich in exciting activities, delicious dining, quality care...
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8.3
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36 reviews
8.3
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36 reviews
5 star
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Activities is only category my family member did nothing to have the opportunity to explore. Besides that, I would give an overall rating of 4.75. Not a 5 because the cost prohibits too many the ability to...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to The Villa at Riverwood, a Five Star Quality Care community! Tucked into a quiet, residential area, our beautifully landscaped grounds include a serene courtyard, reflecting pond, waterfalls and walking track for a complete Independent Living lifestyle. We are close to all major...
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8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
5 star
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Accommodates my independent living needs and my wife’s skilled nursing needs. Good central location in Chesterfield, MO Pet friendly with new gated ‘Pet Park’ !!! Dining quality is excellent! Enjoy quick...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Friendship Village campus in Chesterfield has been here for 45+ years. We've stood as a quality example of senior care - in all levels of care - for decades. Our caregivers have some of the longest tenures in the industry, and we use no agency nursing staff. Our Assisted Living offering...
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Photo of The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Peters
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7.3
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4 reviews
7.3
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4 reviews
5 star
50%
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I am so glad I made the decision to live here. I am no longer lonely as everyone is so friendly; residents and staff. I will most definitely recommend to others. I already have, but at this point they are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Peters, now open in St. Peters, MO! Featuring senior independent living, assisted living and memory care with a classic, homey, and senior-friendly design. Amazing things happen when worries consist of which events to attend or what to order for...
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6.3
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24 reviews
6.3
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24 reviews
5 star
33%
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29%
3 star
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2 star
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Wonderful caring people, my spouse is thriving there and has become much more independent. Price for what you receive is fantastic. Highly recommend.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Harvester Residential Care Inc. is dual licensed (Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Missouri Department of Mental Health) facility that conveniently located in the middle of family oriented residential neighborhood of St. Charles county, with easy access (less than 10-15...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I went to Bayberry again today. The care was much better. They were helping the people eat that are not able to eat on there own. It definitely made me feel better.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located two miles north of I-64 in St. Charles County, Breeze Park’s personal services and on-site conveniences help you lead an independent, stimulating lifestyle.Breeze Park is close to historic St. Charles, Lake St. Louis, and Chesterfield. Physicians, entertainment, churches, pharmacies, and...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in St Charles, MO

The average cost of senior living in St Charles is $3,911 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westwood, MO with an average of $3,803 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in St Charles, MO vs. nearby cities

St Charles, MO
$3,911/mo
$3,861/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in St Charles, MO vs. the state and national average

St Charles, MO
$3,911/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in St Charles vs. other types of senior living

$5,691/mo
Independent Living
$3,911/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in St Charles, MO by room type

Semi-Private
$5,075/mo
Studio
$4,472/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,634/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,846/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,800/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in St Charles over time

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What families are saying about independent living in St Charles

Recent reviews for independent living in St Charles

Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO

4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Bristol Manor of Wentzville

5.0
We love it and mom loves it, it's more homey than she is used to. We love Suzy and hate that she's leaving. It's perfect because of how small it is. She has found a rummy partner, so she stays busy. I liked that she is eating meals with someone rather than alone. She likes the food, and has ...
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Veronica Place in Florissant, MO

5.0
this is a first class place. excellent for the amount you pay. the only complaint is the consistency of the food quality. it all depends on who is cooking from day to day

St Charles independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Charles independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Charles, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Charles independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of St Charles partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Charles, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in St Charles independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of St Charles communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Charles, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
73.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
73.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Charles independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in St Charles offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Charles, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
73.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
86.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
73.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
73.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
73.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.1%
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Avalon Park Independent Living, Crestview Senior Living and Clarendale of St. Peters are the top-rated independent living facilities near St Charles, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 16 independent living facilities near St Charles, Missouri. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in St Charles, Missouri are Avalon Park Independent Living, Crestview Senior Living and Clarendale of St. Peters. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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