Life Care Center of Saint Louis

Life Care Center of Saint Louis sits at 3520 Chouteau Ave. in Saint Louis, MO, and has a wide mix of healthcare and senior living services for people who need some extra support, and the place is actually part of the Life Care Centers of America network, which operates more than 200 facilities across the country, so there's a lot of experience behind the scenes. Folks can get skilled nursing care any time of day, and the nurses and therapists on staff really do craft individualized care plans, which help residents work towards the goals they want, whether they're recovering from illness or planning to stay long-term. The facility has a strong focus on both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation-including specialized cardiac and neurological rehab programs-so you see a lot of people coming for short-term therapy and others who need more everyday help too. Life Care Center of Saint Louis helps residents with diabetic care, non-ambulatory care, and incontinence needs, so even folks with more complex conditions find support here. The campus has a homelike atmosphere with common areas inside, activity spaces, devotional gatherings, and chances to get out for offsite trips, and it's set up to feel as welcoming as possible. There's always nutritious meals planned by chefs and staff, and people usually find the dining room a good spot to chat. Staff help with daily living and offer both nursing home and home care options. For folks who have complex medical needs, there are clinical resources such as Cardiac ICU, Medical Surgical ICU, Pediatric ICU, Neonatal ICU, Burn care, physical rehabilitation, and psychiatric care, so some people transfer in for those specialized services. Senior living advisors can help families figure out the best care options and answer budget questions. Life Care Center of Saint Louis is run as an other non-profit institution, which makes for a different approach than some places, and its administrator is named Melissa Schuettler. People can share their feedback online, and the facility keeps a Facebook page for updates. All in all, the center provides a blend of medical, rehabilitation, and daily living support with a focus on helping residents and patients feel at ease.