Assisted Living in Missouri

Does Missouri Medicaid cover assisted living?

MO HealthNet is Missouri's state Medicaid plan that provides coverage for personal care assistance within residential care facilities, assisted living facilities, and most services in skilled nursing facilities including room and board. 

What is the average cost of assisted living in Missouri?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Missouri is approximately $2800. The most expensive cities in Missouri for assisted living are Columbia, Jefferson City, and St. Louis. The least expensive areas in the state is Joplin.

Does Medicare pay for assisted living in Missouri?

In Missouri, the Medicaid program is called MO HealthNet. As with the other states, the Missouri state Medicaid plan will cover the cost of nursing home care, as well as some home and community based services.

The Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC) program offers financial assistance to help with the cost of care associated with living in a residential care facility, such as assisted living.