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Photo of The Chateau Girardeau
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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.
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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.
The Rosemont Senior Living Centre simplifies retirement living. We take care of the cooking, shopping, and cleaning, so you can focus on the things that are truly important to you. Not only will you have the time to pursue your own interests, you will also make new friends, share laughter, and...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Nestled in 200 acres of a certified National Wildlife Refuge, Benedictine Living-At The Shrine, is a faith-based, continuing care community dedicated to the pursuit of active retirement living and wellness in body, mind and spirit. The campus offers independent living, assisted living and...
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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.
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Charles Gardens was such a welcoming community right from the start. The staff and the residents were so friendly and helpful to my family and my mom. They are really great to my mom and they watch out for...
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.
An independent living community located in Fairview Heights, IL, Charles Gardens is situated on a green and lush plot of land, perfect for walking and relaxing. Fairview Heights is a part of St. Clair County. In addition to the eleven acres of land we are on, there are also sitting areas and...
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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in St Mary, MO

The average cost of senior living in St Mary is $3,261 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Longtown, MO with an average of $2,536 per month.

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

St Mary, MO
$3,261/mo

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

St Mary, MO
$3,261/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

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

$5,469/mo
Independent Living
$3,261/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,502/mo
Studio
$3,791/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,913/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,420/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in St Mary over time

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What families are saying about independent living in St Mary

Recent reviews for independent living in St Mary

Keystone Place at Richland Creek in O'Fallon, IL

5.0
So happy with Keystone!! It is the best independent living, assisted living, and memory I have seen in the area. The facility is just beautiful, and there is so much to do. But it is the quality of the people who work there and take care of your loved one who make the difference. There is so ...
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Nazareth Living Center a CCRC in Saint Louis, MO

5.0
My husband recently spent 1 month in rehab at Nazareth. The staff was excellent, friendly, and went out of their way to make sure he was included in social activities. Never once did I see anyone who didn't look like they enjoyed being there. My husband raved about the food (to my chagrin) and ...
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St Pauls Senior Community in Belleville, IL

4.0
[Name removed], the Director, has lots of energy. She introduced my mom to everyone. They all know her by name. She has mild dementia and they have been great with her. They access them for PT and OT right there. The housekeeping is good, she doesn't need much. Move in was easy. The apartments ...
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St Mary independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Mary independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Mary, 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 Mary 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 Mary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Mary, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in St Mary 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 Mary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Mary 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 Mary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Mary, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.1%
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Regency Manor, Holiday Orchid Terrace and Garden Villas South are the top-rated independent living facilities near St Mary, Missouri. See full list of communities.

There are 50 independent living facilities near St Mary, Missouri. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in St Mary, Missouri is Holiday Orchid Terrace. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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