How can I afford a Care Advisor?

Anyone can afford an Assisted Living Locator Care Advisor. That’s because we are paid only when we help you make a decision about your senior’s living location and we are paid by the location you choose. And because we only receive payment when you’re paying the Care Community directly, we’ll also put you in touch with your state’s social service network to make sure that you receive the proper state support in the event that you are unable to pay for senior care and housing yourself.

What can a Care Advisor help me with?

An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor specializes in knowing your senior housing and in home care options, but via their referral network they can connect you with state resources in the event that you need to consider state resources to finance and secure senior housing, as well as a wide variety of specialists who focus on some aspect of the senior services industry- Eldercare Attorneys, Financial Specialists, Real Estate Agents, Downsizing Specialists, Home Health Experts, and just about any other senior service need you can think of.

Who is my Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor?

Glad you asked. This site gives you a number of ways to find your local Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor. Pick one and we’ll either get them on the phone, or make sure that they contact you in a timely fashion. Click here to get to our Care Advisor page.

How are Care Advisors trained?

Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors are vetted for the right set of skills before they ever even buy a franchise. Once they do, we provide comprehensive initial training and a 13 week “in community” onboarding process. We ask all Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors to become Certified Senior Advisors, a nationwide accreditation program that provides additional industry specific knowledge. Care Advisors also participate in continuing education provided by us and provided by local senior oriented industry associations to ensure that they understand the latest tools, techniques and industry rules and regulations to help you navigate the senior experience.

What does a Care Advisor do?

An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor spends time at each of the communities and homes in your local area. They understand how well the community is performing against state standards and they understand what the community is good at- in short, they understand what isn’t in the community’s glossy brochure. An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor networks to ensure that they have a broad array of qualified resource team members that they can call on to help deal with challenges beyond senior housing and care, which is their own area of expertise. And Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors spend time with families and seniors. They can’t help if they don’t know and understand you and your family. Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors have a structured way to identify important needs that you and your senior have, which they then use to match you to the best community choices or the best members of their resource network that can meet your needs.

Who is Assisted Living Locators®?

A franchise business based in Arizona, with local owners and operators across the US. Our Care Advisors bring problem solving skills and compassion to your local senior community, and we supply the training, processes and industry knowledge they need to provide you with the help you want.

Where are your Care Advisors located?

Everywhere. If we don’t have a Care Advisor yet in your local area, we’ll find you an affiliate advisor who can help. But every month we train more Care Advisors to meet the growing needs of seniors in every community across the US. You can find your local Care Advisor by using the tools on this website. And because we are nationwide, we can help you in your town or in towns all across the US.

When should I contact an Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor?

Since Care Advisors understand the entire range of living options available to seniors, any family with a senior over 55 can benefit from their expertise. Use us to understand your independent living options if your senior wants more time for leisure pursuits after 55. Use us especially when you are concerned about the safety or health of your senior loved one. And it’s critically important that you reach out to us if your senior is in the hospital or rehabilitation facility so that we help you navigate the immediate next health care and housing steps that must be taken, giving you a voice in how the health care and insurance systems in your state manage your senior’s needs.

Memory Care In St. Louis,MO

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Find the Best Memory Care Near St. Louis, MO

Alzheimer’s disease is the most familiar form of dementia to most people, but it isn’t the only one. Memory Care communities in St. Louis are equipped to care for residents with many types of dementia. Often, Memory Care residents are diagnosed with one of these conditions:

Alzheimer’s disease
Lewy body dementia
Frontotemporal dementia
Mixed dementia

Some Memory Care properties also have facilities to treat people who have medical conditions that lead to cognitive decline or could cause dementia. Some possible conditions that a St. Louis Memory Care property may treat are:

Huntington’s disease
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
Parkinson’s disease

Memory Care communities in St. Louis are typically designed with the needs of those with dementia in mind. Many floor plans are open, with hallways and rooms designed to ease mobility for residents, and lighting and background noise are typically unobtrusive.

Places where residents could get hurt, like the kitchen, pharmacy or fitness area are secured, as are the exterior exits. Each resident’s room is clearly marked, as are bathrooms and places like the dining room or common areas.

Part of the dementia treatment at many St. Louis Memory Care properties includes programs intended to slow cognitive decline and stimulate the individual’s mind. Speech and occupational therapies are common in these facilities.

Other programs may also help individuals experience a greater quality of life, such as art or music therapy or aromatherapy. Some places may even offer pet therapy for residents.

A low staff-to-resident ratio is also preferred, allowing residents more individual attention and care.

Your St. Louis, MO Senior Living Advisor

Rob Howe

Serving all the St. Louis area including St. Louis City/County and Jefferson, St. Charles and Franklin counties

Meet Advisor 314-380-3030

We are experts on senior living care throughout the St. Louis and St. Charles areas, whether it be independent living, assisted living, memory care or in-home services. Many families are not prepared for this challenging process and our hands-on approach will ease your burden. We locate the best options by thoroughly understanding your needs, preferences, and budget and then match you with the right communities. We personally meet with you, tour with you, and follow up extensively to ensure everything is going as planned.

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What is the Cost of Memory Care in St. Louis, MO

The average monthly cost for St. Louis Memory Care is $4,797, although each property will vary slightly depending on its amenities and location in the city. Memory Care properties are generally higher in cost than other types of long-term care due to the enhanced services and higher level of training of many staff members.

St. Louis Memory Care facilities include complete care for residents, like private dwellings with laundry service and housekeeping, nutritious meals and assistance with eating, and assistance with the activities of daily living (ADLs).

Many Memory Care residents may need help with one or more of these:

Redirection and reminders
Eating
Escorts to activities or off-site to doctor’s appointments
Bathing, personal grooming, and dressing
Mobility assistance and lifts or transfers

Every Memory Care resident has their own care plan, including the ADLs they need help with and their dementia diagnosis and doctor’s care suggestions. However, staff members are on hand for immediate needs, and the care plans are fluid, changing as the individual’s condition changes.

What Should Every Senior Know About Living in St. Louis, MO?

St. Louis, home of the Gateway Arch, is one of the largest cities in the state, located along the banks of the Mississippi River. The city has a diverse economy and has plenty of hotels for visiting friends and families. It’s also home to several major sporting franchises and the Anheuser-Busch brewing company.

St. Louis Weather & Climate

St. Louis has cold winters, with lows in the low 20s and an average of 16 inches of snow each year. Summers can be hot and sunny, with July high temperatures reaching the high 80s and 202 days of sunshine each year.

Local Hospitals & Notable Medical Care

St. Louis is home to world-class healthcare, including Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mercy Hospital St. Louis, recognized nationally for the quality of its medical care.

Transportation

The St. Louis metro area is served by the Metro St. Louis public transportation that includes a fixed-route bus system, dial-a-ride paratransit services, and the Metro Link light rail line.

Arts, Culture & Recreation

People visiting their loved one in Memory Care may enjoy escorting their family member to the Gateway Arch or taking a ride on one of the reproduction paddlewheel boats that travel up and down the river.

St. Louis is also known for its robust Italian food scene, especially in the Hill District. Or, families may enjoy a visit to the renowned St. Louis Zoo.

Additional Senior Living Care Advisors near St. Louis, MO

Sharon Osborn

Serving St. Charles and surrounding areas including Wentzville, Lake St. Louis, Chesterfield and everything in between.

Meet Advisor 636-577-9543

As the owner of Assisted Living Locators in St. Charles, Missouri, I'm thrilled to bring a no-cost, senior placement and referral service to my community. Leveraging my 20 years of experience in education and team management, I'm committed to providing the best care options, resources, and information to seniors. My dedication to service and community engagement drives my work, and I believe in every individual's right to a fulfilling and secure retirement. As part of the Assisted Living Locators team, I'm excited to extend personalized support to seniors and their families in St. Charles and the surrounding areas.

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How Do I Pay for Memory Care in St. Louis, MO?

Many families may not be able to pay all the expenses of a St. Louis Memory Care property on their own.
A local St. Louis Memory Care advisor can help you earn more about benefits and services that your senior may be eligible for.

Veteran's Benefits

Military veterans and their surviving spouses may qualify for one or both programs the US Department of Veterans Affairs provides for long-term care. The Improved Pension Program and the Aid and Attendance Benefit may help pay for accommodations or services in a Memory Care facility.
A local VA Center can help you learn more about how to apply for these programs.

Spend Down

Missouri Medicaid has an income cap for eligibility at $1,470 per month for individuals and $2,940 per month for married couples.
For those with a monthly income too high for Medicaid, the state offers a spend down program, which allows them to spend the extra income on medical treatments, including Memory Care, until they reach the income threshold for eligibility.

Home Equity

St. Louis homeowners may be able to use home equity to pay for Memory Care.
If your loved one has paid off their home, ask a local St. Louis Memory Care advisor how to use home equity for Memory Care fees.

Medicare

Traditional Medicare does not cover Memory Care accommodations or services, but some Medicare Gap or Supplemental Medicare plans may.
Check your loved one’s coverage to see if they enrolled in optional Medicare coverage.

Medicaid

Missouri Medicaid offers a long-term care waiver, which may cover St. Louis Memory Care facility fees.
The program is caused the Supplemental Nursing Care and is open to people who may qualify for a nursing home but would rather receive services elsewhere.

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Access our free senior care assessment tool, which can help you evaluate the specific needs and requirements of you or your loved one. By answering a series of questions, you’ll receive personalised recommendations and insights to aid in the decision-making process.

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FAQ About Memory Care in St. Louis, MO

Many families, especially those not from St. Louis, may prefer virtual tours of their top selections for Memory Care. These virtual tours may be less upsetting for their loved one with dementia, as well.
Local St. Louis Memory Care advisors can arrange these on your behalf.

If your loved one is currently in assisted living or has home health care services, then you may have been notified about changes in their abilities and condition that could indicate dementia. Or, you may notice that your loved one has a reduced capacity to care for themselves or is becoming forgetful and confused.
If so, you may wish to have a doctor formally diagnose them and explore your options.

Many people may feel more secure when surrounded by familiar possessions, photos and furniture.
St. Louis Memory Care facilities encourage residents to decorate and furnish their own apartments. However, some items may be prohibited, so ask about your chosen facility’s policies.