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Garden Villas South

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13457 Tesson Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128

Assisted living facility

Retirement community

Contact

(314) 843-7788

Hours

24 hours (Mon-Sun)

About This Community

Garden Villas South brings together care, comfort, and a lively social scene in South St. Louis County. Residents choose from independent living, assisted living, and soon, memory care—each option designed for flexibility and peace of mind. Meals here are a highlight, with chef-prepared dinners included and flexible meal plans for those who want more. The community buzzes with activities: happy hours, bingo, an indoor pool, fitness center, library, and even an ice cream parlor. Staff are praised for their kindness, and families appreciate the clean, well-maintained environment. With no entrance fees, all utilities included (except phone), and a range of apartment styles, Garden Villas South makes it easy to focus on enjoying life. Pets are welcome, and there’s always something new to try, from arts and crafts to outings in the neighborhood. Highlights: Chef-prepared meals with flexible dining options, a full calendar of social and wellness activities, and a pet-friendly, no-fee move-in policy.

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Living Environment

Cleanliness & Maintenance: Multiple reviews mention the facility is immaculate and well-kept, with regular housekeeping and maintenance.

Atmosphere & Community Feel: Residents describe a lively, friendly atmosphere with many social events and opportunities to make new friends.

Safety & Security: The community offers 24-hour staffing, emergency alert systems, and state-of-the-art fire protection, though one review raised concerns about response times in an emergency.

Family Experience

Families often notice the cleanliness, variety of activities, and the kindness of staff during visits. Several mention that their loved ones transitioned well from living alone to being part of a busy, caring community. Communication with staff is generally positive, though a few families have raised concerns about care consistency and management responsiveness.

Care Approach

Garden Villas South focuses on personalized attention, with staff assisting daily living activities, medication management, and coordination with healthcare providers. The community aims to create a supportive environment where residents feel valued and engaged, though a few reviews suggest room for improvement in care consistency and staff training.

Value Consideration

With monthly costs starting below the local average and no entrance fees, Garden Villas South offers strong value, especially given the range of amenities and services included. Families should consider additional costs for enhanced care packages or extra meals, but the base offering is comprehensive for the price.

Recent Community Updates

Care Offered

Nursing Home Services:

24-hour skilled nursing care, medication management

Physical Therapy:

Rehabilitation programs for recovery and mobility improvement

Senior Services:

Long-term residential care, social activities

Hours of Operation

Monday

Open 24 hours

Tuesday

Open 24 hours

Wednesday

Open 24 hours

Thursday

Open 24 hours

Friday

Open 24 hours

Saturday

Open 24 hours

Sunday

Open 24 hours

Community Amenities

Care services

Neighborhood Insights

Garden Villas South sits in a convenient South St. Louis County location, close to medical offices, pharmacies, parks, and cafes. The area feels suburban and accessible, with easy drives to shops, restaurants, and places of worship.