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St. Andrews at Francis Place in Eureka, MO

St. Andrews at Francis Place is an assisted living community in Eureka, MO.

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St. Andrews at Francis Place in Eureka, MO

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St. Andrews at Francis Place St. Andrews at Francis Place

300 Forby Road, Eureka, MO 63025

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.6 from 32 reviews
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Overall Review of St. Andrews at Francis Place

common 11 reviews mention this

Staff feel responsive and communicative

Families often describe staff as caring, helpful, and good at communicating.

Many reviewers say the staff treated residents and families with kindness and compassion, and that communication worked well during stays. Several families specifically call out supportive interactions with nursing and the social worker, including help throughout a care experience. Others mention the environment feeling settled once they learned the routines, along with staff being easy to work with when needs came up.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Care quality concerns tied to staffing

Some residents and families report serious care breakdowns related to staffing and responsiveness.

A smaller group of reviews describe what they felt were ignored requests and delayed attention when medical issues came up. These accounts include reports of understaffing, agency staffing, and turnover, along with concerns about hygiene support and getting help quickly. One review also describes a family member being transported to the hospital after pain and bowel-related issues, framing the episode as preventable with appropriate staffing and follow-through.

common 6 reviews mention this

Dining and meals get regular praise

Food is a frequent bright spot, with residents and families calling meals tasty and enjoyable.

Several reviewers mention enjoying the food, with some describing it as tasty and part of what made the stay feel positive. A more recent update also says dining services returned to normal quality after a period of staffing changes. Others tie meal quality to overall satisfaction, describing dining as a strength alongside care and daily activity time.

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Views and homelike feel stand out

Residents and families frequently mention standout views and a more homelike atmosphere.

Reviewers often describe the setting as calming, pointing to panoramic views from activity areas and scenic sightlines. Multiple families also comment on cleanliness and that it does not feel like a typical nursing home, even while acknowledging it is an older facility. A few reviews also mention the building looking improved after renovations, reinforcing the overall atmosphere people noticed when they visited or moved in.

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Skilled nursing and rehab transitions

The facility is described as supporting skilled nursing, rehab, and later stages of care.

Across reviews, families describe the community handling skilled nursing stays and rehab, including therapy focused on daily function. Some mention moving from one level of care to another over time, including hospice-related experience. Several reviews also describe smooth transitions and support during admissions, framing the overall care process as coordinated for long and short stays.

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Activities help residents stay engaged

Families say daily activities help residents stay occupied and socially engaged.

Multiple reviewers mention that activities are scheduled and that residents participate in things like bingo and organized day-to-day programming. Some describe resident council meetings as a way to voice concerns and talk with management. Others connect engagement to improved social routines after settling in, especially for residents who need help getting to events.

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Features

Housing

  • 106 resident community capacity 106 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Lambert-St Louis International (22 miles away) Lambert-St Louis International (22 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the charming town of Eureka, Missouri, this area offers a variety of amenities to support a comfortable and convenient lifestyle for seniors. With easy access to several physicians' offices, pharmacies, and hospitals within a short distance, residents can rest assured that their healthcare needs will be well taken care of. Additionally, there are plenty of dining options nearby, including casual eateries like White Castle and fine dining establishments like Craft. For those looking to relax and enjoy nature, several parks are just a short drive away, providing opportunities for leisurely strolls or picnics. Transportation options are also readily available with car rental services nearby for added convenience. With its blend of healthcare facilities, dining venues, recreational spaces, and transportation services, this area of Eureka offers everything seniors may need for a fulfilling retirement lifestyle.

Physicians

  • Eureka Pediatrics (0.5 miles)
  • Patients First Health Care (1.2 miles)
  • Town Center Dermatology (4.7 miles)
  • Wildwood Internal Medicine (4.7 miles)
  • Christopher Kling, MD (4.7 miles)
  • St John's Mercy Medical Center (4.9 miles)
  • Timber Ridge Dentistry (6.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • White Castle (0.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.4 miles)
  • Wildwood Pub And Grill (4.4 miles)
  • Larry's Tavern (4.5 miles)
  • El Maguey (4.8 miles)
  • Craft (4.8 miles)
  • Vallarta Mexican Restaurant (5 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (0.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (11 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • Schnucks (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Dierbergs (4.7 miles)
  • Dierbergs Pharmacy (4.7 miles)
  • Schnucks (4.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Most Sacred Heart Catholic Church (0.9 miles)
  • West County Community Church (5.6 miles)
  • St John Church (6.1 miles)
  • Church of Christ-Lafayette (6.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • RCF at Marymount (1.6 miles)

Parks

  • Byrnes Mill Park (5.6 miles)
  • World Bird Sanctuary (5.7 miles)
  • Ferris Park (5.9 miles)
  • New Ballwin Park (6.2 miles)
  • Vlasis Park (7.7 miles)
  • Chesterfield Central Park (10.1 miles)
  • Fenton Missouri (10.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6.7 miles)
  • TAC Air (10.3 miles)
  • Million Air (10.4 miles)

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