Mother of Perpetual Help Residence is a vibrant and supportive senior living community designed to offer residents the perfect blend of independence and personalized care. Situated within the Cardinal Ritter Senior Services Shrewsbury campus in St. Louis, this non-profit residence welcomes older adults who desire to maintain their autonomy while benefiting from the safety, convenience, and warmth of community living. Specializing in both Assisted Living and Memory Care, Mother of Perpetual Help creates an environment where residents feel empowered to lead engaged and fulfilling lives with an abundance of individualized support.
The community provides a wealth of opportunities for residents to connect and thrive. A dedicated activity coordinator plans a variety of events and outings, allowing residents to enjoy trips for shopping, dining, theater performances, and sporting events. On-site, an abundance of activities—including exercise classes, engaging lectures, arts and crafts projects, card games, and festive parties—invite residents to join in, form friendships, and discover new interests. Beautiful common areas serve as gathering spaces for socializing, while the private living and dining rooms offer moments of companionship in a more intimate setting.
Residents of Mother of Perpetual Help never have to worry about meal preparation, as the elegant dining room serves three healthy and delicious meals each day. Wellness is a central focus of the community, with access to fitness facilities and a comprehensive wellness program designed to promote physical health and mental sharpness. Additional amenities include a chapel for mass and nondenominational services, ensuring the spiritual needs of residents are met, as well as a beauty salon and barbershop with spa services for personal care and pampering.
The community is especially attentive to the unique needs of those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Apartments within the residence are supported by specially trained staff offering 24-hour care, medication management, assistance with daily personal care such as bathing and dressing, and access to physical, speech, and occupational therapies. Mother of Perpetual Help has integrated the Positive Approach to Care (PAC) method into its philosophy, with a team including a PAC certified coach, trainers, and an independent consultant. This approach is rooted in a deep understanding of brain change and care partnering, focusing on enriching the lives of residents in the Memory Care neighborhoods. The community is on a path toward total PAC community certification, reflecting its commitment to excellence in dementia care.
Further enhancing resident engagement, Mother of Perpetual Help utilizes the It’s Never Too Late (iN2L) technology. This innovative system features intuitive touch screen computers and picture-based software, offering thousands of content applications that are continually updated. The iN2L program connects residents with meaningful experiences—ranging from memory and music programs to interactive YouTube videos—and helps maintain bonds with other residents, caregivers, and family members.
At Mother of Perpetual Help, every detail is thoughtfully crafted to ensure its residents enjoy safety, dignity, and a rewarding daily life filled with care and connections. From individualized support and specialized memory care services to robust programming and comfortable living spaces, the community is committed to making each day as rich and enjoyable as possible for the older adults who call it home.