Pricing ranges from
    $2,505 – 3,006/month

    Bristol Manor of Sedalia

    1208 E 24th Street, Sedalia, MO, 65301
    4.1 · 9 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    1.0

    Nice appearance, terrible actual care

    I toured this place and while it looked great and offered cozy common areas, puzzles, TV, good meals and was affordable, the reality disappointed me. Care was inconsistent-some staff and a hardworking administrator were lovely, but shortages, horrible employees, inadequate bathing/cleaning and even bedsores were real problems; the long, prison-like hallway and small one-room layout sealed it for me. I can't recommend it.

    Pricing

    $2,505+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $3,006+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.11 · 9 reviews

    Overall rating

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    3. 3
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    5. 1
    • Care

      1.0
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • clean facilities
    • friendly, well-mannered staff
    • extremely friendly staff (multiple mentions)
    • great meals
    • very affordable
    • homey, cozy atmosphere
    • activities (puzzles, games, TV)
    • helpful, hardworking administrator
    • meaningful, positive impact on some residents

    Cons

    • prison-like appearance / long hallway with rooms on both sides
    • one-room layout with living room separated only by a wall
    • small rooms / rooms could be bigger
    • disliked room setup
    • staffing shortages
    • inadequate bathing and cleaning
    • bedsores and other signs of poor care quality
    • discrepancy between tour impressions and actual care
    • some reviewers would not recommend

    Summary review

    The reviews for Bristol Manor of Sedalia present a mixed but distinct pattern: several strong positives around cleanliness, friendliness of staff, meals, affordability, and a cozy atmosphere are repeatedly noted, while some serious negatives about care quality, facility layout, and staffing raise major concerns. Overall sentiment is polarized — many reviewers are pleased and find the place meaningful for their loved ones, yet a smaller number report troubling lapses in care that materially affect resident well-being.

    Care quality is the area with the most variability in feedback. On the positive side, some reviewers state the community had a meaningful and positive impact on a family member, describing staff as extremely friendly and noting that the environment felt homey and emotionally supportive. Conversely, other reviewers report significant clinical and personal-care shortfalls: inadequate bathing and cleaning, bedsores, and generally poor care quality. Those severe complaints suggest at least occasional lapses in hands-on care. The presence of both strong praise and serious complaints suggests inconsistent execution of care practices — some residents receive attentive, compassionate care while others experience neglectful outcomes.

    Staffing and staff behavior appear as key drivers of satisfaction. Multiple summaries single out staff as clean, friendly, well-mannered, and informative; the administrator is described as nice and hardworking. These comments point to competent leadership and many employees who make a positive impression. However, staffing shortages are also explicitly mentioned, and those shortages likely contribute to the negative care items (missed bathing, inadequate cleaning, bedsores). In short, while individual staff members and management receive praise, understaffing appears to create inconsistent resident experiences.

    Facility and room layout elicit strong, mixed reactions. Positive comments call the setting "homey" and "cozy," but other reviewers dislike the physical design. Specific complaints describe a long hallway lined with rooms on both sides and a one-room layout where the living room is separated only by a wall — an arrangement some found uncomfortable or "prison-like." Room size is also a recurring gripe — reviewers said rooms could be bigger. At the same time, the facility is noted as very clean in several reviews, indicating that physical upkeep is generally good even if the architectural layout is not to everyone's taste.

    Dining and activities are clear strengths in the reviewers' eyes. "Great meals" is a recurring positive, and activities such as puzzles, games, and TV are mentioned as contributing to a pleasant, engaging environment for residents. These elements help create a cozy, social atmosphere that families appreciate and that can contribute to a sense of meaningfulness for residents.

    A notable pattern is the discrepancy between impressions formed on tours and the reality some families encountered later. At least one reviewer explicitly says the tour looked great but the actual care was poor. That gap is important for prospective families: initial marketing and impressions may not reflect day-to-day care quality, particularly if staffing problems occur.

    In summary, Bristol Manor of Sedalia shows important strengths — clean facilities, friendly and often exemplary staff members, good meals, an affordable price point, and activities that support a homey atmosphere. However, there are serious and specific concerns about staffing shortages and inconsistent personal care, including reports of inadequate bathing, poor cleaning, and bedsores. The facility layout and small room size are also deterrents for some. Prospective residents and families should weigh the consistent positives against the potential for inconsistent care; they would be wise to ask targeted questions about staffing levels, shift coverage, and how the facility monitors and prevents skin breakdown and hygiene lapses, and to follow up beyond the initial tour to verify day-to-day practices.

    Location

    Map showing location of Bristol Manor of Sedalia

    About Bristol Manor of Sedalia

    Bristol Manor of Sedalia sits over at 1208 E. 24th in Sedalia, Missouri, in a quiet spot that feels homey and easy to settle into, where you'll find only about 12 residents at a time, so it stays calm and never feels crowded, which a lot of folks seem to like, and most people get either a studio or a one-bedroom suite, with private bathrooms and step-in showers, plus temperature controls you can adjust yourself, and you get to choose if you want it furnished or not. There are both independent and assisted living options, along with memory care and skilled nursing services right there in the building, and people can get help with things like bathing, dressing, medication, and moving around if they need it; the staff is around all day and night, and an emergency call system links every suite, which makes it easier to get help quickly. Most days you'll see the dining room busy, with all-day, restaurant-style dining serving three meals and snacks, and special diets like allergy or diabetes meals if needed; folks eat together and can bring guests sometimes, too. The cleaning crew takes care of housekeeping, laundry, and linens, and they can even handle dry cleaning. House aides help manage medicine, keep appointments sorted, and ride arrangements for doctor visits. There are regular religious services and a full-time activities director who lines up things like birthday parties, holiday celebrations, arts and crafts, music, movies, and game times with cards and puzzles. Inside the community, you'll find shared areas with comfy chairs where neighbors gather to talk or watch TV, plus a library, walking paths, and a barber or beauty salon for haircuts and such, and there's a garden outside that folks enjoy. For those needing short stays, Bristol Manor of Sedalia has respite and adult day care programs, so seniors can come in for the day, join activities, and go home in the evening. They help veterans get VA benefits, accept both cats and dogs, and offer memory care for people living with Alzheimer's. Security is always a focus, with emergency alert systems placed throughout the building. Most people notice how the small size lets staff get to know residents better, making it easier to spot when someone changes or needs something new. Residents and families often give Bristol Manor of Sedalia a strong review because of its simple, close-knit environment and steady care.

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