Kingsland Walk Senior Living

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  • Interior

    A cozy lounge area with patterned chairs, elegant lighting, and framed wall art.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a large bed, seating area, and natural light from a window.
  • Building

    A modern residential apartment building with a prominent entrance and multiple floors.
  • Architecture

    The entrance signage of Kinsland Walk apartment complex.
  • Bedroom

    A spacious and cozy bedroom featuring neutral tones, elegant decor, and ample natural light.
  • Windows

    A cozy bedroom with a large bed, side tables, and decorative artwork on the walls.
  • Dining

    A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, elegant lighting, and patterned carpet.
  • Lighting

    A spacious office with workstations, bookshelves, and comfortable seating.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy waiting room featuring comfortable chairs, bookshelves, and a television.
  • Television

    A cozy bedroom with a television, dresser, and a small kitchenette.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A modern gym with various exercise equipment including stationary bikes and exercise balls.
  • Indoor Lighting

    A cozy seating area with tables and chairs, featuring soft indoor lighting.

Kingsland Walk Senior Living

868 Kingsland Avenue, University City, MO 63130

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

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Assisted Living Memory Care

Pricing

Kingsland Walk Senior Living offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to the broader market in St. Louis city and the state of Missouri. For a studio apartment, Kingsland Walk's monthly rate is $3,775, which is notably lower than the city average of $4,234 while remaining just above the state average of $3,418. The semi-private option at Kingsland Walk is priced at $4,055, slightly higher than St. Louis city's average of $3,994 but still below the state average of $3,772. For those seeking a one-bedroom unit, Kingsland Walk's cost of $4,415 stands in contrast to both St. Louis city's rate of $3,885 and Missouri's more affordable average of $3,349. Overall, residents can find a range of options at Kingsland Walk that balance quality living with reflective market rates in their area.

Room TypeKingsland Walk Senior LivingSt. Louis cityMissouri
Studio$3,775$4,234$3,418
Semi-Private$4,055$3,994$3,772
1 Bedroom$4,415$3,885$3,349

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The facility is new, clean, and welcoming, providing a bright atmosphere for residents.
  • pro Staff members are friendly, personable, and resident-focused, going out of their way to accommodate needs.
  • pro There is a variety of amenities available, including a gym for physical therapy and recreational areas for social activities.
  • pro Residents have the freedom to enjoy open dining hours and can order from the menu at any time.
  • pro Apartments are spacious with nice features like hardwood floors and ample closet space.
  • pro The community offers diverse activities that engage residents and encourage social interaction.
  • pro The director of nursing and other staff were knowledgeable and provided thorough tours of the facility, showcasing satisfied residents.

Cons

  • pro The location of Kingsland Walk was perceived as uncomfortable and unsafe for walking dogs outside.
  • pro Some residents felt that the presence of assisted living and memory care individuals could be depressing for independent living residents.
  • pro One reviewer expressed dissatisfaction with the food options available to their loved one.
  • pro There were concerns regarding the management's ability to deliver on promises related to care and staffing issues.
  • pro A negative experience with underwhelming levels of care led to a quick move out after just two weeks.
  • pro The pricing structure was seen as confusing, with additional costs making it difficult to predict monthly expenses.
  • pro A reviewer noted significant turnover among staff, leading to doubts about the consistency of care provided.
  • pro Despite being new and clean, some felt that the facility did not live up to its representation in terms of resident care quality.

Review

Kingsland Walk Senior Living has garnered a variety of perspectives from those who have toured or experienced its offerings, presenting both strengths and challenges in the facility's overall approach to senior care. Located in a newer building that boasts excellent cleanliness and structure, many visitors were impressed with the aesthetics and modern amenities available on site. The community offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all housed within one spacious environment. This multifaceted design is appreciated by some for its convenience; however, it can also bring about feelings of discomfort for others who are sensitive to the presence of residents in different stages of care.

Visitors frequently highlighted the welcoming atmosphere created by the staff at Kingsland Walk. The employees were described as friendly, personable, and focused on resident needs. Many felt that the warmth exuded by the staff made a positive impact on their experiences during tours and visits alike. Personal anecdotes underscored this sentiment; family members praised staff members for their willingness to go above and beyond in assisting residents with tasks like cleaning apartments or organizing activities. For instance, music therapy sessions and physical therapy options were noted as valuable services aimed at enhancing residents' quality of life.

Despite these positive aspects, concerns arose regarding location safety. Some prospective residents expressed unease about walking dogs outside due to neighborhood conditions. While certain individuals appreciated proximity to local parks—facilitating outdoor activity—they felt that overall safety could be compromised. Additionally, personal preferences for complete apartment living arrangements conflicted with Kingsland Walk's design; specifically mentioned was the absence of stoves in private apartments, which led some families to seek properties offering more traditional amenities.

The dining experience at Kingsland Walk was repeatedly mentioned as a highlight among reviews. Many residents enjoyed the flexibility afforded by open dining hours; they could eat meals whenever they chose without strict scheduling constraints. Visitors took note of varied menu offerings that allowed for customization based on individual tastes—a feature appreciated not just by residents but also their family members who occasionally dined there themselves. However, not all feedback was uniformly positive: while one loved one recommended the community wholeheartedly based on her mother’s enjoyment, another indicated that their loved one did not share the same satisfaction with food quality.

While several reviews emphasized that Kingsland Walk appeared clean and well-maintained as a newly built facility, operational concerns emerged around staff turnover rates and management oversight. Families looking into residency reported experiences where promises made regarding levels of care were perceived as unmet after move-in days had passed—specifically mentioning discrepancies surrounding skilled nursing capabilities offered within assisted living units versus initial expectations set during consultations.

In summary, Kingsland Walk Senior Living presents itself as an appealing option for many seeking supportive environments tailored toward seniors' diverse needs but carries caveats worth considering before making decisions. With its friendly staff members creating inviting spaces coupled with varied amenities such as recreational areas and flexible dining schedules adding charm to everyday routines—the facility shines brightly amidst notable challenges faced concerning staffing reliability and neighborhood conditions outside its walls. As families navigate these complexities while weighing individual priorities against available offerings within communities like Kingsland Walk—understanding both outstanding strengths alongside possible pitfalls will be critical in securing suitable long-term residences for loved ones eventually transitioning from independent living into assisted arrangements.

Features

Housing

  • 70 resident community capacity 70 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Book club Book club
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Description

Kingsland Walk Senior Living in University City, MO is a vibrant and supportive assisted living community that offers studio apartments for seniors seeking a comfortable and enriching lifestyle. Our community is designed to provide residents with the care they need while promoting independence and social engagement.

Our amenities are tailored to enhance the quality of life for our residents. We have a beautician on-site and a beauty salon where residents can pamper themselves. Cable or satellite TV is available in each apartment, ensuring entertainment options are easily accessible. Our cafe offers delicious meals prepared by experienced chefs, and our dining room provides restaurant-style dining experiences.

We understand the importance of transportation, which is why we offer community-operated transportation services as well as assistance with transportation arrangements. This allows residents to attend doctors' appointments, run errands, and maintain an active lifestyle. For those who enjoy staying connected online, we provide Wi-Fi/high-speed internet access.

At Kingsland Walk Senior Living, we prioritize the health and wellness of our residents. Our fitness room encourages physical activity and exercise programs are available to promote overall well-being. Our wellness center provides assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. Additionally, medication management services ensure that residents receive their prescribed medications on time.

Engaging activities cater to various interests within our community. Residents can participate in arts and crafts, book clubs, cooking clubs, gardening clubs, and fitness programs like Tai Chi and Yoga/Chair Yoga. Educational speakers deliver informative talks to promote lifelong learning. Planned day trips allow residents to explore nearby attractions or enjoy live musical performances at our facility.

Nearby amenities include cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, places of worship, theaters, and hospitals – providing convenience for both residents and their visitors.

At Kingsland Walk Senior Living in University City, MO every resident receives exceptional care while enjoying an active and fulfilling lifestyle within a warm community setting.

Nearby Places of Interest

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
  • Blueprint Coff (0.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • White Castle (1.3 miles)
  • The Capital Grille (1.7 miles)
  • Boathouse at Forest Park (1.9 miles)
  • The Muny (2 miles)
  • MOD Pizza (2.5 miles)
  • Yellowbelly (2.8 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Dierbergs (3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • Schnucks (3.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Metropolitan St Louis Psychiatric Center (1.8 miles)
  • St Louis Children's Hospital (2.8 miles)
  • The Rehabilitation Institute of St Louis (3.2 miles)
  • VA Medical Center Spinal Cord Injury Program (4.4 miles)
  • SSM Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center (4.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Esquire 7 (2 miles)

Transportation

  • Zooline Railroad The Wild (2 miles)
  • Metrolink North Hanley Station (4 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (5 miles)
  • National Car Rental (5.6 miles)
  • Hertz Rent A Car (5.8 miles)
  • Terminal 2 Parking (5.8 miles)
  • Southwest Airlines (5.8 miles)

Parks

  • Shaw Park (2.2 miles)
  • Wohl Recreation Center / Sherman Park (2.5 miles)
  • Bar K (3.8 miles)
  • Tilles Park Neighborhood (4.2 miles)
  • Tower Grove Park (4.6 miles)
  • Fairground Park (4.6 miles)
  • Francis Park (5.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Ann Catholic School (3 miles)
  • St Ambrose Church (3.7 miles)
  • Old Orchard Church (4.8 miles)
  • St Johns Lutheran Church (5.4 miles)
  • St Raphael the Archangel Church (5.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital (3 miles)
  • University Club Medical (3.2 miles)
  • Southwest Medical Center (5.6 miles)
  • BJC Behavioral Health Service - Dinu Petru Gangure MD (6.1 miles)

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