St Francis Apartments sits right at 1601 S 38th St in St. Joseph, Missouri, and people know it as a senior living community for folks 55 and over, with some apartments for those 62 and up, especially for those looking for independent living and wanting a place that's easy to get around, with safety bars, emergency pull cords, and even some fully accessible units for mobility needs, and the place has been around a while but got big updates back in 2015 and 2016, like new windows, doors, floors, kitchens, and bathrooms, and outside improvements with fresh landscaping, new siding, sidewalks, and paving, so it looks pretty clean and up-to-date these days. St Francis Apartments is managed by Interfaith Community Services, Inc. (DBA InterServ), the faith-based nonprofit that's been in northwest Missouri doing good since 1909, and you can feel that steady hand in how things run, plus the place is licensed and involved with supportive housing for the elderly, including both Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) apartments and Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) units, with certain units set aside for folks whose income is up to 60% of area median, and they allow for voucher and income-based programs too, so it might be easier to afford compared to other spots around town.
Everyone gets use of patios or balconies, and the building has a pretty solid list of comforts like a big community room, a nice library, a picnic area for gathering outside, a laundry facility, video security, and staff onsite every day, and there are even onsite maintenance and housekeeping services, and meal programs where residents can get one or two prepared meals a day if that's handy, and it just makes life a bit lighter if you don't want to fuss with cooking all the time. Folks can bring along their cats and dogs, and there's a small beauty salon for hair or a chat, and a fitness center if you want to keep moving, plus structured programs that get people up and social, with all sorts of activities and outings planned so people aren't just sitting around, and the place encourages making friends and getting involved whether that's cards in the lounge, community dinners, or learning something new in a class.
The apartments themselves go from studios, starting at $2,269 a month, to larger one-bedrooms at $3,279, and there's also two-bedroom units, with layouts that make it easy for seniors to move around and feel comfortable, and while there's no fancy extra names for buildings or wings here, the setting is nice with red brick buildings, well-kept lawns, and plenty of outdoor space, all in a spot that's both quiet and close to what's needed in Saint Joseph. It's meant for folks who can mostly take care of themselves, though there are supports for things like light cleaning or laundry, and if someone ever needs assistance with daily living, they do what they can to help through certain programs or waivers, but this isn't a place for full-on nursing care-it really fits people who want some company, enjoy activities, and want a safe, comfortable apartment without fuss.
St Francis Apartments gets good reviews from residents and their families, usually above a 9 out of 10, and it's picked up awards for friendly staff and its activity calendar, plus it's recognized by groups like A Place For Mom for quality and satisfaction, which says a lot for folks looking for a new place. St Francis Apartments mainly focuses on being affordable, social, and secure for seniors who want to stay active without fuss, and with its updated apartments and long-standing management, it's one of those steady options in St. Joseph if someone needs independent living with a few extra supports and prefers friendly faces and regular activities to keep the days full.
