Cape Albeon Assisted Living

    3300 Lake Bend Dr, Valley Park, MO 63088
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Lakeside community with attentive staff

    I moved my mom here and am very pleased overall. The lakeside campus and cottages are gorgeous and impeccably maintained, rooms are bright and roomy with kitchenettes, and chef-prepared meals in a lovely dining room are a daily treat. Staff are warm, attentive and made the transition easy - plenty of activities, medical support and housekeeping give real peace of mind; I highly recommend this community.

    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

    Memory care community services

    • 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

    Reviews

    4.59·(32)

    Overall rating

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

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.6
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive clinical and caregiving staff
    • Home-like, family-oriented atmosphere
    • Engaging, varied activities program
    • Scenic lakeside grounds and walking paths
    • Well-maintained exterior and interior landscaping
    • Strong housekeeping and cleanliness
    • Chef-prepared meals with variety and ample snacks
    • Spacious accommodation options (studios, cottages, multi-room units)
    • On-site salon/barber and recreational amenities
    • Transportation and escorted outings to stores and appointments
    • Respite care offerings including trial stays
    • Controlled-access and alarmed doors for resident safety
    • Accessible medical attention and medication support

    Cons

    • Higher private-pay monthly cost
    • Variability in management responsiveness and communication
    • Inconsistent dining quality over time
    • Variability in activity-program consistency
    • Large campus scale that may reduce on-site walkability for some residents
    • Variability in care-quality continuity over time

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: The facility receives substantial positive feedback for hands-on care, a warm, home-like culture, and attractive grounds. Families and residents frequently highlight compassionate nursing and caregiving staff, prompt responsiveness, and a team-oriented approach that many characterize as becoming like family. Several accounts emphasize attentive clinical care (nurses, CNAs, med techs), routine maintenance of resident needs, and reassurance provided during transitions and respite stays.

    Care and staff: Care quality and staff demeanor are among the facility's strongest attributes. Reviewers describe attentive, person-centered caregiving and clinical staff who provide medication support, dietary assistance, and assistance with activities of daily living. Admissions and move-in assistance are often cited as supportive, and the staff are described as accommodating with transportation and appointments. That said, there are intermittent notes about variable leadership tone and communication; families visiting should confirm current leadership practices and communication protocols during a tour.

    Dining and activities: Dining is a commonly praised area — many reviewers note chef-prepared meals, variety in menus, and plentiful snacks. Concurrently, there are intermittent references to a decline or variability in food quality over time, so prospective residents may wish to sample menus and review recent dining feedback. The activity program is broad and active, including bingo, painting, chair yoga, aquatic options, movie nights, live music, and organized outings. Respite-care options and short trial stays are available and are highlighted as helpful for families needing temporary care.

    Facilities and amenities: The campus is frequently described as attractive and resort-like, with lakeside views, gardens, walking paths, courtyard areas, and pleasant landscaping that contribute to a tranquil setting. Accommodation types range from studios to cottages and multi-room units; many rooms include kitchenettes and comfortable living space. Housekeeping, grounds maintenance, on-site salon/barber, and safety features (controlled access/alarmed doors) are noted positively. The facility scale can be large, however, which may affect walkability and day-to-day navigation for residents with limited mobility.

    Management and notable patterns: While majority feedback is positive, there is a discernible pattern of variability in some operational areas: management responsiveness and communication style, consistency of dining quality, activity scheduling consistency, and care-quality continuity over time. A limited number of reviews reference negative interactions with administrative staff; these appear to be isolated but nevertheless suggest families should assess current management practices and ask about recent staffing stability. Cost is another clear consideration — the community operates at a higher private-pay rate, which some families consider expensive.

    Recommendation for families: This community is well-suited for prospective residents who prioritize compassionate staff, an active social program, and attractive outdoor amenities. Before committing, families should tour current units, sample a meal, review the activity calendar, ask for recent satisfaction or quality metrics, confirm respite and trial-stay terms, and clarify contract and fee structures. These steps will help verify current dining, management, and care consistency to ensure alignment with the resident's needs and budget.

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    Location

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    Cape Albeon Assisted Living is located at 3300 Lake Bend Dr, Valley Park, MO, 63088.

    About Cape Albeon Assisted Living

    Cape Albeon Assisted Living is a non-profit, faith-based senior living community at 3300 Lake Bend Dr in Valley Park, MO, managed by St. Andrews Management Services and affiliated with the United Church of Christ. The community has two main living options: The Harbor, which are retirement apartments for independent seniors at 3380 Lake Bend Dr with lake views and full kitchens, and The Village, which offers assisted living and memory care apartments at 3300 Lake Bend Dr designed to help with daily needs. Residents at Cape Albeon can get help with bathing, dressing, and medication, and nursing staff are available around the clock for support. Memory care services are also available at the New Cove Memory Care Household for those who need more specialized care.

    Services at Cape Albeon include housekeeping, transportation, and laundry for daily support. There are devotional and interfaith worship services, along with on-site therapy, hospice care, and access to on-site and off-site healthcare. Personalized care plans fit each resident's needs. The caregivers, housekeepers, and cooks are described as compassionate and well trained, and meals include entrees like balsamic glazed chicken breast and fresh crab cakes, sides such as roasted broccoli and steamed peas, and desserts like almond cake or tapioca pudding, with options to invite guests to dining events.

    Amenities feature an indoor pool and whirlpool, fitness center, on-site beauty salon and barbershop, a well-stocked library, sports complex with bocce ball, pickleball, and shuffleboard, plus community dining rooms with lakeside views. The campus has picket fences, wooded and lake views, a lighthouse near the water, outdoor pergola and garden areas, pet-friendly apartments for eligible residents, secure walking paths, and spots to watch wildlife. The community offers a variety of events like line dancing, water aerobics, book discussion groups, bridge and poker nights, arts and crafts, manicure activities, and Bible study groups, as well as larger events such as holiday parties and outings to museums and fishing trips, plus an intergenerational "Grandfriends" program for visits with local children.

    Cape Albeon's assisted living services support seniors aged 55 and older, with care based on different levels of need but no skilled nursing care. Respite stays are available for short-term guests. The focus remains on comfort, safety, and supporting an active, social life for every resident.

    People often ask...

    Cape Albeon Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,675 per month.

    Cape Albeon Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 84 photos of Cape Albeon Assisted Living on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 3300 Lake Bend Dr, Valley Park, MO 63088.

    No, Cape Albeon Assisted 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-valley-park-cape-albeon
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility Option 2
    Capacity100 residents
    LicenseeGOOD SAMARITAN INDEPENDENT LIVING, INC., THE

    Inspection Reports

    15

    Reports

    30

    Citations

    4

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    31 Dec 2025Licensure
    Found no deficiencies.
    30 Dec 2025Licensure
    Found multiple deficiencies related to safety, assessments, planning, oversight of departures, chemical storage, and staff hygiene.
    26 Aug 2025Complaint
    Found a deficiency indicating residents were not free from abuse.
    17 Mar 2025Licensure
    Found deficiencies in fire safety planning, evacuation signage, and medication management oversight.
    • 20 CSR 2220-3.040
    12 Nov 2024Licensure
    Found no deficiencies identified during the fire safety inspection conducted by the State Fire Marshal's office.
    17 May 2024Complaint
    Found violations related to ISP development, protective oversight for voluntary leaves, and staffing requirements.
    22 Feb 2024Licensure
    Identified deficiencies related to TB screening, premove-in screening, dementia care orientation, storage of poisonous materials, and hand hygiene.
    • 19 CSR 20-20.100
    02 Jan 2024Licensure
    Found no deficiencies.
    06 Feb 2023Complaint
    Found that residents were not free from abuse.
    16 Nov 2022Licensure
    Found no deficiencies related to fire safety.
    26 Oct 2021Licensure
    Found that sprinkler systems installed prior to August 28, 2007 were not inspected, maintained, and tested as required.
    30 Nov 2020Licensure
    Found no deficiencies.
    27 Nov 2019Complaint
    Found multiple deficiencies related to fire safety and resident care requirements.
    06 Nov 2019Licensure
    Found no deficiencies. No deficiencies were cited in the fire safety review conducted by the State Fire Marshal's office.
    17 Sept 2019Licensure
    Cited a deficiency requiring an individualized evacuation plan be included in the resident's service plan.

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