Pricing ranges from
    $3,778 – 4,911/month

    Sugar Creek Senior Living

    161 Professional Pkwy, Troy, MO, 63379
    4.4 · 26 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Clean attentive staff, excellent meals

    I toured this newer, small (intimate) facility and was impressed: extremely clean, well-kept rooms (large baths, walk-in closets, kitchenettes), lovely gardens and common areas, a big theater/piano space, and a chef who serves delicious, customizable meals. Staff were consistently friendly, caring and helpful, with on-site RN/doctor and 24-hour care giving me confidence; activities and outings were frequent and homey. Downsides: it's on the expensive side, I observed signs of staffing/administrative turnover and occasional cancellations or slow responses, and there are some troubling past reports about memory-care incidents-ask direct questions. Overall I felt it's a warm, safe place with excellent food and attentive staff, but do your homework first.

    Pricing

    $3,778+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $4,533+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living
    $4,911+/moStudioAssisted 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
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.38 · 26 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      2.3

    Pros

    • brand-new / newer apartments and facility
    • friendly, caring and attentive staff
    • around-the-clock care and personal assistance
    • help with showering and dressing
    • very good food prepared by a chef
    • made-to-order breakfasts and customizable meals
    • salon / on-site hairstylist
    • large theater / media room
    • multiple covered garden areas and pleasant grounds
    • outdoor sidewalks and accessible outdoor space
    • bus for outings and scheduled transportation
    • clean, well-maintained and visually appealing facility
    • one-level layout and accessible design
    • wider bathroom doors and bathrooms with grab bars and seats
    • kitchenette and walk-in closets in some units
    • common areas for family gatherings and socializing
    • bingo, crafts, and varied activities
    • entertainment and community musical performances
    • memory care specialization with on-site RN and doctor
    • intimate, small-community feel
    • quiet, homelike and supportive environment
    • knowledgeable tour staff and well-informed employees
    • resident bonding and a warm atmosphere
    • flexible, accommodating staff who go beyond expectations
    • convenient location

    Cons

    • high staff turnover and management changes
    • short staffing at times
    • administrative disorganization and slow responses
    • lengthy admissions process and delays providing information
    • some activities cancelled or limited activity offerings
    • higher cost / expensive compared to alternatives
    • occasional interpersonal problems among aides (fighting)
    • memory care reported as chaotic or disorganized by some families
    • doors locked during off hours (restricted access for visitors)
    • reports of serious abuse allegations in at least one case
    • COVID visitation restrictions affected family access
    • basic semi-private rooms for higher cost in some cases

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is predominantly positive: residents and families frequently praise the facility's physical condition, dining, and the caring nature of many staff members. The property is repeatedly described as brand-new or recently updated, clean, well-maintained, and visually appealing. Amenities commonly highlighted include a large theater/media room, multiple covered garden areas, outdoor sidewalks, a salon, kitchenette options and walk-in closets in some units, and convenient transportation for outings. The one-level layout and accessible bathrooms (wider doors, grab bars, built-in seats) make it well suited for mobility-challenged residents. Several reviews emphasize an intimate, small-community atmosphere that supports resident bonding, a homelike feeling, and individualized attention.

    Care quality and clinical resources receive strong, consistent praise from many reviewers. Multiple summaries note around-the-clock care, help with showering and dressing, and the presence of on-site clinical staff including a registered nurse and an on-site doctor — especially within the memory care program, which is identified as a specialty area (one memory-care unit cited as very small with 12 residents). Many families express satisfaction with attentive caregivers who address individual needs, flexibility in accommodating preferences, and staff members who go beyond expectations. However, this generally positive picture is tempered by recurring operational concerns described by multiple reviewers: high staff turnover, management changes, occasional short staffing, and administrative disorganization. Those issues manifest as slow responses to inquiries (for example delays in pricing information), a lengthy admissions process, and uneven execution of administrative tasks.

    Dining and activities are a notable strength. Reviews frequently compliment the chef, the flavor and variety of the food, and the ability to customize meals (including made-to-order breakfasts). The dining areas are seen as pleasant, and meal quality is a strong selling point for many families. Activity programming is generally described as varied and engaging — bingo, crafts, shopping trips, musical guests, community performances, and an active activities director (named Barb in multiple summaries) who engages residents. That said, some reviews report canceled activities or plans to expand programming, and a few family members felt activity scheduling or implementation was not yet fully developed.

    Safety, special incidents, and family access present mixed signals. Many reviewers describe the facility as safe and well cared for, and note security measures like locking doors during off hours; others view locked doors as a restriction on visiting. Critically, one review describes a very serious negative incident: allegations of abuse with bruising documented by nurses and a resident moved to the hospital. That report stands in stark contrast to the majority of positive comments and is an outlier in tone and severity, but it is significant and should be considered by prospective families. COVID-era visitation restrictions were also mentioned as a negative factor by some families. Overall, while multiple families feel comfortable recommending the community and would place loved ones there, a small number reported dissatisfaction with memory-care organization or administrative responsiveness.

    Cost and value perception vary. Several reviews label the community as higher cost or expensive; some felt the pricing drove the decision. For some families the higher cost is justified by the high-quality accommodations, chef-driven dining, attentive staff, and modern amenities. Others questioned value when paired with reports of administrative delays, short staffing, or limited activity availability. In short, the facility offers many tangible strengths — modern facilities, strong dining, an attentive caregiving culture in many cases, and a close-knit community — but recurring operational issues (turnover, management transitions, staff shortages, and administrative responsiveness) and at least one very serious adverse incident introduce notable caveats. Prospective residents and family members should weigh the highly positive reports about environment and care against the operational concerns, ask specific questions about staffing stability and incident reporting, and verify how the community has responded to past problems before deciding.

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    About Sugar Creek Senior Living

    Sugar Creek Senior Living in Troy, MO provides different care types for older adults, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and home care. The community has staff on-site at all hours to help with everything from meal preparation and medication management to dressing and bathing, offering both all-inclusive services and extra help for personal needs if folks want that. Seniors who can care for themselves often live in apartment or condo-style homes, while those needing more help have the option of assisted living or memory care in secure areas, with special programs for Alzheimer's and dementia like the Best Friends™ Approach, and there's a dedicated respite and short-term care program for families needing a break.

    Sugar Creek features private and semi-private apartments, and rooms are designed to be calming and easy to navigate. Spaces include formal living rooms, an enclosed courtyard, a whirlpool spa, and a family observation area, and you'll find things like daily snacks, chef-prepared meals made to meet special diets, and community dining spots, with nearby places such as Taormina's Sicilian Family Restaurant and Starbucks if anyone wants to go out. Housekeeping, laundry, and transportation are standard options, while on-site amenities include a beauty salon, Wi-Fi, pet-friendly policies, and handicap-accessible features. The staff keep the schedule full with field trips, spiritual programs, local church partnerships, fitness classes, and activities tailored to different interests, trying to provide something for everyone, whether it's nurturing the mind or just letting off steam.

    For those needing memory care, secured neighborhoods and special programming aim to reduce confusion and prevent wandering, and care here costs more than typical senior living-usually about triple standard healthcare costs for people over 65. Sugar Creek has nearby access to pharmacies like Home Care Supply and medical providers such as SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Pediatrics, so residents aren't far from the care they need outside the community. Care plans get customized for each person, considering both what they need and what they want. The Arbors at Sugar Creek and Americare Therapy Solutions add to the network of support here, offering physical, occupational, and speech therapy for rehabilitation after illness or surgery. Sugar Creek also holds awards for quality dining, activities, and friendliness, with staff known for their warm and caring help.

    Protections exist for LGBTQ residents when it comes to housing and employment, and the facility tries to prioritize accessibility and inclusion. While there's less public information about parking or the look and feel of some areas, the focus remains on helping seniors live as independently and safely as possible with options for privacy, wellness, and social involvement.

    About Americare Senior Living

    Sugar Creek Senior Living is managed by Americare Senior Living.

    Americare Senior Living, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Sikeston, Missouri, has grown from its first assisted living community to operate more than 100 senior living communities across Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee. With over four decades of experience serving seniors, Americare has distinguished itself by bringing upscale assisted living products to rural markets throughout the Midwest and South, providing comprehensive care options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and adult day services.

    The company's philosophy centers on their signature "Hometown Hospitality™" culture and F.A.M.I.L.Y. values: First Impressions Go a Long Way, Address People by Name, Make Visitors Feel Welcome, Individuals Deserve Respect, Leave with Graciousness, and Yes! Find a Way to be Positive. This person-first model of care prioritizes the interests and preferences of each individual resident, creating welcoming, family-like atmospheres throughout their communities. Their mission to enrich the well-being and health of individuals while providing peace of mind for families drives every aspect of their operations.

    Americare's comprehensive "Live Well" program exemplifies their holistic approach to senior care, featuring personalized fitness programs, engaging group exercises, on-site therapy, and nutritious chef-prepared meals. The company fosters vibrant, supportive environments through community events, shared meals, stimulating games, group outings, and purpose-driven programs including volunteer opportunities, spiritual services, creative projects, and nature walks. Notable innovations include TigerPlace in Columbia, Missouri, developed in partnership with the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing, which serves as a site for groundbreaking research in senior care.

    The company's commitment to excellence has earned remarkable recognition, including being rated among the Best Senior Living providers based on surveys of nearly 450,000 residents and family members. With 65 communities receiving "High Performing" ratings, Americare ranks third among all senior living organizations in the Top 10 nationally. Additional accolades include the prestigious Argentum Best of the Best Award, the 2019 NRC Customer Approved Award (one of only twenty organizations nationally to earn this distinction), and ranking #15 on the 2021 Best Workplaces in Aging Services list by Great Place to Work®. With 84% of team members believing Americare is a great place to work and 91% finding special meaning in their roles, the company continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, families, and team members across their communities.

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