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Doorways Supportive Living in St. Louis, MO

Doorways Supportive Living is an assisted living community in St. Louis, MO.

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Doorways Supportive Living

4385 Maryland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108

To contact a resident: (314) 535-1919

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

4.3 from 107 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Overall Review of Doorways Supportive Living

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff support feels respectful

Residents and visitors describe consistently respectful, helpful staff support.

Many reviewers say staff treated them with politeness and respect during visits and while getting help. A number of comments mention being helped with finding what they needed and feeling cared for, including by caseworkers. Several also describe the facility as a place where they felt at home and kept safe and supported. A few reviewers single out specific staff members for going out of their way.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

LGBTQ experience is mixed

Reviewers report both positive and negative experiences related to LGBTQ support.

Some reviewers call the organization a great resource for the LGBTQ community. Others describe discrimination or intolerance, including comments about being treated without respect or facing retaliation. The range of experiences shows that support quality may not be consistent for everyone. If LGBTQ care and respect are priorities, these reviews suggest it’s worth asking detailed questions during outreach.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Communication and responses can lag

Several reviewers mention delays or friction getting answers and assistance.

A few reviewers describe waiting weeks for a response, including around limits on what could be covered. Others say calls and emails slowed down over time, with difficult voicemail experiences and delayed follow-up. One reviewer also described initial confusion about what assistance is available. Together, the comments point to communication reliability being an issue for some people.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Transportation

  • Lambert-St Louis International (9 miles away) Lambert-St Louis International (9 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the vibrant city of St. Louis, Missouri, this area offers a plethora of amenities and services that cater to seniors looking for a convenient and lively community. With multiple pharmacies including Walgreens and CVS nearby, accessing healthcare essentials is easy. The neighborhood also boasts a variety of dining options such as Yellowbelly and Salt + Smoke for those who enjoy dining out. For medical needs, hospitals like St Louis Children's Hospital and Barnes-Jewish Hospital are within close proximity. Additionally, parks like Tower Grove Park and Lafayette Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. With transportation options like the Zooline Railroad and Amtrak accessible, getting around is convenient. Overall, this part of St. Louis offers a diverse range of services and attractions that make it an appealing choice for seniors looking to settle down in a bustling yet convenient location.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • Schnucks (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Yellowbelly (0.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.6 miles)
  • The Gramophone (1.1 miles)
  • The Muny (1.5 miles)
  • Salt + Smoke (1.7 miles)
  • Boathouse at Forest Park (1.7 miles)
  • Milo's Tavern (2.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • The Rehabilitation Institute of St Louis (0.5 miles)
  • St Louis Children's Hospital (0.7 miles)
  • VA Medical Center Spinal Cord Injury Program (1.2 miles)
  • Metropolitan St Louis Psychiatric Center (1.4 miles)
  • SSM Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center (1.7 miles)
  • St Alexius Hospital (4.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital (0.8 miles)
  • BJC Behavioral Health Service - Dinu Petru Gangure MD (2.9 miles)
  • University Club Medical (5.2 miles)
  • Southwest Medical Center (5.7 miles)

Parks

  • Wohl Recreation Center / Sherman Park (1.5 miles)
  • Bar K (1.6 miles)
  • Fairground Park (2.3 miles)
  • Tower Grove Park (2.4 miles)
  • Lafayette Park (2.8 miles)
  • Citygarden (3.4 miles)
  • Gateway Arch National Park (3.8 miles)

Transportation

  • Zooline Railroad The Wild (2 miles)
  • Amtrak (3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Blueprint Coff (2.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Ambrose Church (2.2 miles)
  • St Johns Lutheran Church (3.7 miles)
  • St Ann Catholic School (4.9 miles)
  • St Raphael the Archangel Church (5.3 miles)
  • Old Orchard Church (5.6 miles)
  • Macedonia Baptist Church (5.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Esquire 7 (3.5 miles)

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