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Residential Care Facilitys in Saint Louis, Missouri

Saint Louis has 18 licensed residential care facilities, ranging from 8 to 30 beds. 5 of them are licensed for memory care. Every home here is verified against Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) records for Saint Louis City County.

Families in Missouri typically pay $3,200 to $5,200 per month for a shared room and $4,200 to $6,500 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how residential care facilities work.

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Common questions about care homes in Saint Louis

How many residential care facilities are in Saint Louis, Missouri?
Saint Louis has 18 licensed residential care facilities in Saint Louis City County. Statewide, Missouri licenses 239 small residential care homes.
How much does a residential care facility in Saint Louis cost?
Across Missouri, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $3,200 to $5,200 per month and a private room $4,200 to $6,500, based on 2026 Genworth Cost of Care Survey figures and operator data. The exact rate depends on care needs, so use our free cost estimator for a personalized figure.
Who licenses residential care facilities in Saint Louis?
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), Section for Long Term Care licenses and inspects every residential care facility in Saint Louis. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
Do any care homes in Saint Louis offer memory care?
Yes. 5 of the 18 licensed homes in Saint Louis are licensed for memory care. Use the care level filter above to see them.
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