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Assisted Living in De Soto, MO

De Soto, Missouri, a city with a population of 6,449, is less than an hour from St. Louis. Out of its small population, about 1,058 are 65 or older. The overall cost of living is close to Missouri’s average, and the city has almost the same number of sunny days every year as the nation as a whole. Although there are no hospitals in De Soto, there are other medical options available. 

Assisted living communities offer active seniors the opportunity to remain as independent as possible while having access to services, such as assistance with daily living activities and meals catered to dietary preferences, that enhance their well-being. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, De Soto’s average cost of assisted living is $4,100, less than the $4,500 national average

In addition to showcasing monthly assisted living costs, this guide goes over much of what a senior should know about assisted living in De Soto, including what resources may be available. 

3 Assisted Living communities in De Soto, MO | 9 nearby communities

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Colonial House, De Soto, MO

1. Colonial House

122 EAST PRATT STREET, De Soto, MO, 63020

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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Country Aire Retirement Home, De Soto, MO

2. Country Aire Retirement Home

2800 Country Aire Est, De Soto, MO, 63020

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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My Place Too, Inc, De Soto, MO

3. My Place Too, Inc

1107 Clarke St, De Soto, MO, 63020

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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9 matching communities nearby De Soto

Fountainbleau Nursing Center, Festus, MO

1. Fountainbleau Nursing Center

1349 Us Highway 61, Festus, MO, 63028

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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Crystal Oaks, Festus, MO

2. Crystal Oaks

1500 Calvary Church Road, Festus, MO, 63028

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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Scenic Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC, Herculaneum, MO

3. Scenic Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC

1333 SCENIC DRIVE, Herculaneum, MO, 63048

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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Colonial House of Festus I, Festus, MO

4. Colonial House of Festus I

500 Sunshine Dr, Festus, MO, 63028

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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Colonial House of Festus, Festus, MO

5. Colonial House of Festus

129 GRAY STREET, Festus, MO, 63028

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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Festus Rest Home, Festus, MO

6. Festus Rest Home

705 Moore St, Festus, MO, 63028

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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Keaton Center, Festus, MO

7. Keaton Center

120 NORTH MILL STREET, Festus, MO, 63028

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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My Place Residential Care, Festus, MO

8. My Place Residential Care

23 NORTH SIXTH ST, Festus, MO, 63028

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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Twin City Residential Care Inc, Crystal City, MO

9. Twin City Residential Care Inc

1 Holding Ln, Crystal City, MO, 63019

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in De Soto

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Missouri. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in De Soto

De Soto seniors pay approximately $4,100 per month for assisted living. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in De Soto

The $4,100 De Soto median is $1,100 more than the Missouri monthly average of $3,000 but $400 less than the $4,500 average national cost. 

$4100

De Soto

$3000

Missouri

$4500

The United States

Even though De Soto ($4,100) falls below the national average ($4,500), it’s still one of the highest assisted living medians on the following list, coming in as the second most expensive city behind Kansas City ($4,585). The least costly place in Missouri, Jefferson City ($2,075), is approximately $2,025 less than De Soto each month. Cape Girardeau has a $2,538 monthly median, while Columbia ($2,800) and Joplin ($2,805) are just slightly more expensive. At $3,250, Springfield’s median is $850 less than De Soto’s.

$4100

De Soto

$2075

Jefferson City

$2538

Cape Girardeau

$2800

Columbia

$2805

Joplin

$3250

Springfield

$4585

Kansas City

Note: Data for De Soto was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, St. Louis, was used instead.

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in De Soto

Paying for assisted living in Missouri

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Missouri.

De Soto Assisted Living Resources

Resource Contact Service 
OATS Transit(636) 933-9380The nonprofit OATS Transit offers bus transportation throughout Missouri, including within De Soto. Fare costs vary. Depending on where you need to go, transportation may need advance booking. 
De Soto Public Library(636) 586-3858Open six days a week, the De Soto Public Library on South Main Street offers plenty of options that seniors might find exciting, including virtual options such as audiobooks, eBooks or digital magazines, genealogy records or a virtual book club. Additional ways to engage with the library include game nights or craft workshops.
Aging Ahead DeSoto Senior Center(636) 337-7578With a center on South 3rd Street, the Aging Ahead DeSoto Senior Center is open weekdays until 3 p.m., with lunch at noon. Possible events and activities range from presentations about health and wellness to games and exercise. Registration is required for certain events.
Area Agencies on Aging(573) 526-4542As part of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the Area Agencies on Aging assists those who are 60 or older. Resources are available in a variety of important senior-related areas, including for health and legal matters. 
Missouri Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(800) 309-3282Also part of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the Missouri Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program makes certain that seniors in long-term care communities in Missouri feel acknowledged, especially in regards to concerns and treatment, and that they’re receiving the care they’re entitled to. The program also provides resources about issues ranging from choosing a long-term care community to handling financial matters.

De Soto Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the De Soto area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Assisted living laws and regulations in Missouri