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Living Community of St Joseph

1202 Heartland Road, Saint Joseph, MO 64506 · Buchanan County

Benedictine Living in St. Joseph, MO offers compassionate senior care in a vibrant, supportive environment, focused on dignity and wellness.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 88% full (84 of 96 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Saint Joseph

Living Community of St Joseph is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Saint Joseph, MO, with 96 certified beds and an average of about 84 residents per day. It operates as part of the Benedictine Health System network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.73 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.71 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Saint Joseph, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 96
Avg. residents/day: 84
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Benedictine Health System
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 265784

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$5,750–$7,480/mo (median $6,430)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,570–$6,940/mo (median $4,900)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local St. Joseph prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.71; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.73; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 60.6%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 6
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-01-02
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (36 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-04-23Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-01-02Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

2025-01-02Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-01-02Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-01-02Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-01-02Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…

2025-01-02Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2023-03-06Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry

Location

1202 Heartland Road, Saint Joseph, MO

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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4.5

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Common questions about Living Community of St Joseph

How much does Living Community of St Joseph cost?

Living Community of St Joseph does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Saint Joseph, MO area typically runs $5,750–$7,480 per month (median $6,430, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Living Community of St Joseph's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Living Community of St Joseph 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Living Community of St Joseph?

Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Living Community of St Joseph?

Living Community of St Joseph has 36 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Living Community of St Joseph have availability?

Typically 88% full (84 of 96 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Living Community of St Joseph offer?

Living Community of St Joseph in Saint Joseph, MO offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 96 beds.

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