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Independent Living in St. Louis, MO

2 partner communities in St. Louis, plus up to $3,845 a month for veterans and surviving spouses who need care.

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We list 2 independent living partners in St. Louis. Both also offer assisted living and one offers memory care.

  • 28 partners statewide in Missouri.
  • Check VA eligibility below.
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Patriot Angels has helped 951 families in Missouri access the VA benefits they've earned.

01 · Communities

Veteran-Approved Independent Living in St. Louis

2 St. Louis partner communities work with Patriot Angels to make senior living simpler for veterans. Both offer assisted living and one offers memory care, so a move can grow with changing needs. VA Aid & Attendance can add up to $3,845 a month for a qualifying St. Louis veteran or spouse. Start your free eligibility check, or call (844) 757-3047.

Brookdale Creve Coeur1 New Ballas Place, St. Louis, MO 63146(314) 432-5200Independent LivingAssisted LivingView community →
Nazareth Living Center2 Nazareth Ln, St. Louis, MO 63129(314) 487-3950Independent LivingAssisted LivingMemory CareView community →

Other Options for Veterans Near St. Louis

Compare a few more partner communities a short drive from St. Louis.

Benedictine Living Community-at the ShrineBelleville, IL · 10 miles awayView community →
Solstice SL at FentonFenton, MO · 14 miles awayView community →
Addington Place of ShilohShiloh, IL · 19 miles awayView community →
The Boulevard Senior Living of Saint PetersSt. Peters, MO · 20 miles awayView community →
The Boulevard SL of St CharlesSt. Charles, MO · 20 miles awayView community →
Cedar Trails Senior LivingFreeburg, IL · 24 miles awayView community →
02 · At a glance

St. Louis by the Numbers

2partner communities in St. Louis
2also offer assisted living
1also offer memory care
03 · Costs

What Independent Living Costs in St. Louis

Independent living in St. Louis averages $4,196 a month, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters. That is $257 above the Missouri average of $3,939. Aid & Attendance of up to $3,845 a month would equal about 92% of the St. Louis average for a veteran who also qualifies through care needs.

If a St. Louis resident needs more help later, assisted living in Missouri has a statewide median of $5,400 a month and non-medical in-home care $6,292 a month (CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey).

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Could Aid & Attendance Help Cover Care in St. Louis?

Aid & Attendance pays toward care, not rent alone. A St. Louis veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward that care. If the family home is a concern, read how the family home affects the net worth limit. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a care claim.

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PATRIOT ANGELS

VA Benefits to Support Your Next Chapter

Finding the right senior care is a big step. If you or your loved one is a Veteran or surviving spouse, VA Aid & Attendance benefits may help with the cost.

Patriot Angels can help you understand your options—with personal guidance every step of the way.

Could VA benefits help pay for care?

Answer a few quick questions to explore benefits for Veterans and surviving spouses.

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04 · Local veterans

Veterans in and Around St. Louis

13,053veterans in St. Louis
6,497of them are 65 or older
5.6%of St. Louis adults are veterans

About 13,053 veterans live in St. Louis, and 6,497 of them are 65 or older. St. Louis city, which includes St. Louis, is home to 13,053 veterans, 6,497 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).

05 · Nearby

More Missouri Partner Cities Beyond St. Louis

Battlefield · 1 communityBlue Springs · 1 communityColumbia · 2 communitiesFenton · 1 communityJefferson City · 1 communityJoplin · 2 communitiesKansas City · 5 communitiesLee's Summit · 2 communitiesLiberty · 1 communityNixa · 1 communityO'Fallon · 1 communitySedalia · 1 communitySpringfield · 2 communitiesSt. Charles · 1 communitySt. Joseph · 1 community

See every city on Independent Living in Missouri.

06 · Families we’ve helped

Veteran Families We’ve Helped

Families in St. Louis and across the country rate Patriot Angels 4.9 on Google. BBB A+ accredited. See all reviews

07 · Questions

Questions St. Louis Families Ask

How many independent living communities are in St. Louis?

Patriot Angels lists 2 independent living partner communities in St. Louis, MO, out of 28 across Missouri.

Can a St. Louis veteran use VA benefits toward independent living?

Not for rent alone. If a St. Louis veteran or surviving spouse also needs help with daily activities and pays for that care, Aid & Attendance may add up to $3,845 a month. Call (844) 757-3047 or use the form above to check.

What if we need more care later?

In St. Louis, both also offer assisted living and one offers memory care on site. Ask each community what happens to your residence if needs change.

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