Tesson Heights is an assisted living community in St. Louis, MO.
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Tesson Heights in St. Louis, MO
Save12335 West Bend Drive, St. Louis, MO 63128
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents consistently describe a busy schedule of activities and outings.
Many residents say there is always something going on, from games like Bingo and Pokeno to crafts and entertainment. Several reviews mention music, dancing, and outings such as movies, casinos, and Blues games. Even families describe their loved ones as more social after moving in, with weekends sometimes noted as less active.
Food and meal experiences come up often in reviews.
Multiple residents and families mention that the food is good and a point of day-to-day enjoyment, with some describing gaining weight after moving in. Reviews also mention choices on the menu and a dining experience that feels more like a social routine than just meals. There are a few complaints tied to service (such as meals not being delivered), but overall dining satisfaction shows up repeatedly.
Residents and families frequently praise the staff’s attitude and follow-through.
Across reviews, residents and visitors describe staff as friendly, caring, and willing to help, including at reception and during visits. Families often highlight staff support during transitions and day-to-day needs, and some single out specific people for making the experience feel easier. A minority of reviews raise serious concerns about behavior or communication, including an overnight-staff complaint and dissatisfaction with how quickly staff respond.
Some reviews raise concerns about medication management and care follow-through.
While many reviews describe care as supportive and safe, several others report breakdowns during short-term stays or visit periods. These accounts include medication being mixed up or delayed, and claims that promised assistance (including checks for help) did not happen. There are also mentions of staffing and response problems, including call-button delays and unmet hygiene or cleaning expectations. Together, the reviews suggest that most experiences are positive, but care consistency can be a concern for some families.
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79 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Lambert-St Louis International (16 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesTesson Heights is located at 12335 West Bend Drive, St. Louis, MO 63128 in St. Louis County, Missouri
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