Nursing Homes in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri
Lake Saint Louis has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 60 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Missouri's state average of 2.5 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+1.52 vs state
Total Beds
60
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
40 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
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About Nursing Home Care in Lake Saint Louis
**THE VERDICT:** Families looking for nursing home care in Lake Saint Louis, MO, will find the market limited but overall acceptable. The standout is **Lakeview Park**, which, although it has some concerns, remains the only option in the area. With an average rating above the state average at **4.0 stars**, Lake Saint Louis offers a decent, if not extensive, choice for families seeking care for their loved ones.
**WHO TO CONSIDER:** If you plan to visit facilities, definitely check out **Lakeview Park**. It boasts a **well-staffed** environment, which is crucial for ensuring residents receive attentive care. While it is the only facility in town, families might also consider looking at options in nearby cities like O'Fallon or St. Charles for more variety and potential better services.
**WHO TO AVOID:** Thankfully, there are no facilities with major red flags in Lake Saint Louis, so there's no need to skip any specific nursing homes outright. However, always keep an eye out for any concerning behaviors or conditions during your visit. One practical tip: when touring any facility, make sure to ask about staff turnover rates and how they handle resident care complaints, as these factors can significantly impact the quality of care your loved one will receive.
Lake Saint Louis at a Glance
Good News
- • Lake Saint Louis rates better than most Missouri cities
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Lake Saint Louis is stable
Questions Lake Saint Louis Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Lake Saint Louis avg is 0.67 hrs (40 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Lake Saint Louis facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri
Lake Saint Louis, Missouri's St. Charles County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 60 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Lake Saint Louis vs. Missouri: Above Average Quality
Lake Saint Louis nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds Missouri's statewide average of 2.48 stars by 1.5 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Lake Saint Louis families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Lake Saint Louis, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Lake Saint Louis
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Lake Saint Louis facilities average 0.67 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Lake Saint Louis resident receives approximately 40 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Lake Saint Louis facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Lake Saint Louis has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Lake Saint Louis may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Lake Saint Louis perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Missouri cities for additional options. The following Missouri cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Saint Louis — 35 facilities
- Kansas City — 23 facilities
- Springfield — 17 facilities
- Independence — 9 facilities
- Florissant — 9 facilities
- Jefferson City — 8 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri?
Lake Saint Louis has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 60 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Missouri's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Lake Saint Louis?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Lake Saint Louis include:
- • Cottages Of Lake St Louis — Grade C+, 61/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Lake Saint Louis nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Lake Saint Louis as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Lake Saint Louis Nursing Homes
Lake Saint Louis offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.