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Barathaven Memory Care in Dardenne Prairie, MO

Barathaven Memory Care is an assisted living and memory care community in Dardenne Prairie, MO.

Information last verified: March 8, 2026

1030 Barathaven Blvd, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368

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

4.3 from 94 reviews

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Barathaven Memory Care Costs & Pricing

Barathaven Memory Care presents a range of options for families seeking specialized care, with monthly costs that reflect its commitment to quality services. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $5,380, which is notably higher than the average rates in both St. Charles County at $4,408 and the broader state of Missouri at $3,772. The studio option carries an even greater premium at $7,280 per month, significantly exceeding the county's average of $4,151 and Missouri's statewide average of $3,418. These figures suggest that while Barathaven Memory Care is positioned on the higher end of the pricing spectrum, this investment may speak to the enhanced level of care and amenities provided within their facility.

Floor plans	Barathaven Memory Care	St. Charles County	Missouri
Semi-Private	$5,380	$4,408	$3,772
Studio	$7,280	$4,151	$3,418

Overall Review of Barathaven Memory Care

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Staff warmth and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who are caring, attentive, and responsive to concerns.

Across the reviews, people describe staff as compassionate and professional, and they mention feeling supported during the difficult transition into memory care. Multiple reviewers say staff respond quickly to questions or concerns and keep family members informed about what’s going on. A few negative reviews directly criticize staff behavior and staffing levels, but the most consistent pattern is that families feel their loved ones are treated with care.

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Clean, cared-for environment is frequent

Many reviewers emphasize that the facility feels clean, well maintained, and free of unpleasant odors.

Several families and visitors say the building is clean and smells fresh or “no smells,” and they describe rooms and common areas as well kept. Others also point to a generally organized, welcoming feel during tours and visits. There are also a handful of strongly negative comments about safety and cleanliness problems, so experiences appear mixed even though cleanliness is a common positive theme.

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Secure outdoor space and layout

Reviewers commonly highlight secured outdoor areas and a memory-care focused layout.

Multiple reviews mention that the community is designed specifically for memory care, with features intended to keep residents safe while still allowing them to get outside. Residents and families describe larger secured outdoor areas and an environment that supports wandering in a controlled way. The community’s enclosed/secured feel shows up as a recurring point in both praise and tour impressions.

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Activities and SPARK programming engage residents

Activities are described as a steady part of daily life, including SPARK programming.

Many reviewers point to a full activity calendar, outings, and residents staying engaged rather than sitting idle. Several also specifically call out SPARK programming and resident participation in group events like arts, music, and exercise. A couple of reviews say activities depend on individual participation, but the overall tone is that programming is active and frequent.

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Dining quality is a mixed theme

Reviews mention dining often, with several praising food and a few criticizing it.

On the positive side, reviewers describe meals as enjoyable, with comments about great smells and liking the variety of dishes served. Residents who eat more after moving in are also mentioned. On the other hand, a few critical reviews say food quality is inconsistent—such as being served cold or feeling plain and institutional—so dining satisfaction is not uniform.

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Pricing and billing concerns come up

Some reviews raise concerns about cost and charges beyond what families expected.

One reviewer says the community charged additional room rent and a level of care rate after a death, describing that the family received “zero” in return. Another notes the community was more expensive than other places they looked at, though they still found some items that helped justify it. A longer negative review also emphasizes dissatisfaction with care decisions rather than only price, so cost appears tied to broader concerns in the less favorable feedback.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

66 resident community capacity
Studio apartments

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Memory Care

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Garden view
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Party space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Security gate
Small library
TV room
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Lambert-St Louis International (20 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Dementia waiver
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

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

Activities

Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Bible study group
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Cooking club
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Live musical performances
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wii bowling
Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Dardenne Prairie, Missouri, offers a variety of convenient amenities for senior living. With several medical facilities in close proximity such as the Psychiatric Care and Research Center and St Louis Eye Clinic, residents can access quality healthcare services easily. There are also multiple dining options nearby including The Brass Rail Steakhouse and Sushi Ai for enjoyable meals out. For everyday needs, pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS are within a short distance. In terms of recreation, O?Day Park provides a serene outdoor space for leisurely walks or picnics. Additionally, transportation options like TAC Air and Million Air are available for travel needs. Overall, this part of Dardenne Prairie offers a balanced mix of healthcare, dining, leisure activities, and transportation accessibility to support a comfortable retirement lifestyle.

Physicians

Psychiatric Care and Research Center (1.4 miles)
St Louis Eye Clinic (1.8 miles)
Professionals in Women's Care - O'Fallon (2 miles)
Crown Vision Center Of (3.9 miles)
Clarkson Eyecare (3.9 miles)
O'Fallon Family Medicine (4 miles)
Christina Lee Byron, MD (4 miles)

Restaurants

The Brass Rail Steakhouse (1.6 miles)
El Azteca (1.6 miles)
McDonald's (1.7 miles)
Wendy's (1.7 miles)
B. Hall's Bar & Grill (2.1 miles)
Sushi Ai (2.2 miles)
McDonald's (2.4 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (1.6 miles)

Pharmacies

Walgreens (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Dierbergs (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Walgreens (2.4 miles)
Walgreens (2.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)

Hospitals

Progress West Healthcare Center (1.9 miles)
CenterPointe Hospital (3.2 miles)
Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center (5.5 miles)

Parks

O’Day Park (2.6 miles)

Theaters

Marcus Theatres (3 miles)

Places of Worship

St Joseph Church-Cottleville (4.1 miles)
Chapel of the Lake (5.9 miles)

Transportation

TAC Air (6.4 miles)
Million Air (6.4 miles)

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