Kingsland Walk Senior Living

    868 Kingsland Ave, University City, MO 63130
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Caring, attentive staff and activities

    I'm very pleased with this community - my mom feels at home in a bright, clean facility with caring, attentive staff from the front desk to nursing. The chef-prepared meals, plentiful activities (including tailored memory/assisted programs and fun events), and frequent communication made our family feel comfortable and supported. Friendly residents and a warm, family-like atmosphere have made this a wonderful move-in experience.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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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
    • 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
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

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

    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

    Reviews

    4.19·(79)

    Overall rating

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

      3.3
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      3.9
    • Value

      2.3

    Pros

    • Compassionate, resident-focused staff
    • Clean, modern facility and well-maintained common areas
    • Private, apartment-style units with ample closet space
    • Flexible, open dining with 24/7 ordering options
    • Chef-prepared meals and generally positive food quality
    • Robust activities program with tailored memory-care engagement
    • Small, intimate community atmosphere
    • In-room monitoring and fall-detection technology
    • Accessible, hands-on leadership presence
    • Competitive/affordable pricing among local options
    • On-site amenities (gym, theater, salon, recreation spaces)
    • Regular transportation and organized outings

    Cons

    • Inconsistent clinical staffing and high turnover
    • Medication-management lapses and timing inconsistencies
    • Limited skilled-nursing capacity and absence of certain clinicians
    • Unreliable meal-service continuity and menu availability
    • Housekeeping and laundry process inconsistencies
    • Staff professionalism and training
    • Management instability and poor communication channels
    • Documented regulatory deficiencies related to clinical care
    • Variable financial transparency and billing practices
    • Safety and fall-prevention weaknesses linked to staffing

    Summary of reviews

    Kingsland Walk presents as a small, recently updated senior community with many features families value: private apartment-style units, hardwood floors, generous closet space, modern common areas, and on-site amenities such as a gym, theater and salon. Many families describe a warm, home-like atmosphere supported by staff who are personable, attentive and resident-focused. Multiple accounts praise specific employees and leadership for hands-on involvement, individualized attention, and a robust activities calendar that includes memory-care–targeted programming, social outings, birthday celebrations and frequent engagement opportunities.

    Dining and social programming are frequently cited as strengths. The community advertises restaurant-style dining with flexible hours and 24/7 ordering; many residents and families found the food enjoyable and appreciated chef-prepared meals and communal dining options. The activities program is similarly well regarded, with a range of options across independent living, assisted living and memory care, and an emphasis on socialization and small-group engagement.

    Despite these positives, reviewers consistently point to operational and clinical weaknesses that affect overall reliability of care. There are repeated descriptions of inconsistent clinical staffing, frequent turnover, and gaps in licensed clinical coverage; several reviewers noted the absence of on-site registered nurses or physical-therapy staff at times. These staffing patterns are linked in reports to medication-timing problems, missed or late doses, and instances where additional supervision or transfer assistance was required. Families also raised safety concerns tied to staffing levels and fall prevention practices.

    Housekeeping, laundry and food-service continuity emerged as separate, recurring operational concerns. Specifics include inconsistent room servicing, mixed or missing laundry, limited menu choices, and menu items being unavailable. A small number of comments raised food-safety and kitchen-staffing questions. These issues, combined with variable communication about schedule changes or unexpected kitchen closures, contribute to perceptions of unreliable day-to-day operations.

    Management and administrative areas show a pattern of instability for some families. Ownership and leadership changes, difficulties reaching management, fluctuating monthly charges, a prolonged payment-portal outage, and inconsistent billing or tax documentation were cited. Inspectors and commenters also referenced regulatory deficiencies related to clinical care and medication administration; such findings underscore the need for sustained corrective action and clearer family communication.

    Overall, Kingsland Walk appears to offer many elements of a desirable community—modern facilities, engaged activities, and staff who can be very compassionate and resident-centered—while also demonstrating operational vulnerabilities that can materially affect clinical reliability and consistency. Prospective residents and families should weigh the community’s strong social and environmental attributes against reported variability in clinical staffing, medication management, housekeeping, and administrative responsiveness. For families prioritizing a boutique, activity-rich setting with attentive caregivers, the community may be a good fit; for those requiring consistent skilled-nursing coverage or tightly regimented clinical oversight, further inquiry and documentation of staffing and regulatory remediation would be advisable.

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    Location

    Map showing location of Kingsland Walk Senior Living

    Kingsland Walk Senior Living is located at 868 Kingsland Ave, University City, MO, 63130.

    About Kingsland Walk Senior Living

    Kingsland Walk Senior Living sits in University City, Missouri, and offers several types of care including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, so folks who are mostly independent but may need occasional help can feel secure, and those with memory loss have a safe, dedicated section. The apartments are modern and designed with aging comfort and safety in mind, and residents can decorate their suites with furniture from home if they like. Maybellene's Restaurant serves made-to-order meals with more than 50 menu options, including breakfast all day, chef's specials, and themed dinners, and you'll find both private and communal dining areas for meals or events.

    There's staff around who help with bathing, dressing, medication reminders, and general comfort, and a nurse is on-site part-time, with 12-16 hour nursing care, a 24-hour call system, and plenty of personal care services if needed. For health, you'll find occupational and physical therapy, exercise classes, and a wellness center focused on keeping residents as active as possible. Residents in memory care have a secure space and staff trained for dementia care, and the facility allows for room and dietary personalization.

    The neighborhood is bright and lively, with access to parks, local restaurants, and medical facilities like Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Walgreens pharmacy nearby. There are outdoor walking paths, garden spaces, and pet-friendly areas, plus indoor features like a beauty salon, barber, spa, library, fitness room, game room, demo kitchen, coffee shop, theater, and activities room, so plenty of spots to relax, socialize, or join in on group exercises or community events. Kingsland Walk offers a steady calendar of arts and crafts, music, educational programs, outings, and regular celebrations like the captain's table event to keep folks connected and engaged. Housekeeping, laundry, linen services, and general transportation are included, and there's a concierge desk to help with questions or arrangements.

    Families can schedule a tour to see the place. Veterans may use VA Aid and Attendance benefits toward the cost of care. The facility's State License is 32203, Kingsland Walk belongs to Arrow Senior Living, and feedback from residents and families shows a steady satisfaction score of 8.6, though no place is perfect, and experiences will vary. Kingsland Walk provides straightforward living and care, and staff pay attention to helping residents feel both respected and at home, whatever their needs or preferences may be.

    About Arrow Senior Living

    Kingsland Walk Senior Living is managed by Arrow Senior Living.

    Arrow Senior Living (founded 2009) is headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri, managing 37+ senior living communities across six states. With 1,500+ employees overseeing $1.2B+ in assets, they provide independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Their philosophy centers on celebrating people through dignified care.

    People often ask...

    Kingsland Walk Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,220 per month.

    Kingsland Walk Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

    There are 33 photos of Kingsland Walk Senior Living on Mirador.

    Yes, Kingsland Walk Senior Living allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 868 Kingsland Ave, University City, MO 63130.

    No, Kingsland Walk Senior Living does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Missouri, the Department of Health & Senior Services licenses assisted living and long-term care facilities through state licensure surveys, complaint investigations, and fire-safety reviews.

    License numbersaint-louis-saint-louis-kingsland-walk-senior-living
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility Option 2
    Capacity70 residents
    LicenseeKINGSLAND WALK SENIOR LIVING LLC

    Inspection Reports

    13

    Reports

    52

    Citations

    6

    Complaints

    6

    Years

    30 Apr 2025Complaint
    Identified deficiencies in 24-hour protective oversight, care as defined by the individualized service plan, and policies prohibiting mistreatment, neglect, and abuse.
    13 Nov 2024Licensure
    Found multiple deficiencies related to evacuation planning, TB screening, admission assessments, ISP development, and resident records, along with staffing, medication documentation, and food safety practices.
    • 19 CSR 20-20.100
    30 Oct 2024Licensure
    Identified deficiencies in fire safety provisions, including areas of refuge, complete fire alarm system certifications, and electrical wiring maintenance.
    03 Jul 2024Complaint
    Identified deficiencies related to storage of unnecessary combustible materials, development of an individualized service plan, and compliance with medication orders.
    20 Jun 2023Licensure
    Found no deficiencies during a fire safety review conducted by the State Fire Marshal's office.
    08 Jun 2023Complaint
    Cited deficiencies for inadequate new-employee orientation and transfer training, and for missing written policies and reporting on mistreatment, abuse, and related issues.
    07 Dec 2022Complaint
    Cited multiple deficiencies related to tuberculosis screening, documentation, infection control, staffing, medication management, food safety, and emergency policies.
    • 19 CSR 20-20.100
    • 19 CSR 20-20.020
    29 Jun 2022Licensure
    Found no deficiencies in fire safety.
    23 May 2022Complaint
    Found that residents did not receive proper care as defined in the individualized service plan.
    28 Jul 2021Licensure
    Found no deficiencies related to fire safety.
    22 Jul 2021Complaint
    Identified multiple deficiencies related to evacuation planning, service planning, and self-administration of medications, indicating noncompliance with key safety and care planning requirements.
    20 Oct 2020Initial
    Found no state licensure deficiencies cited. No violations were cited.
    02 Oct 2020Licensure
    Found no deficiencies related to fire safety.

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