Cottages of Lake St. Louis stands as Missouri’s pioneering Green House model community, redefining the approach to short term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. This innovative community is thoughtfully designed to resemble a welcoming residential neighborhood, aiming to create a warm and genuine home away from home experience for its residents. With a capacity for 60 residents, the community is carefully organized into six individual homes, each accommodating ten residents. This layout offers a more intimate and comfortable environment that fosters close connections, companionship, and personalized attention.
Central to the philosophy at Cottages of Lake St. Louis is the belief in empowering elders to lead enriching and self-directed lives. Residents are encouraged to maintain their independence and exercise personal choice in daily routines. Rather than adhering to a strict facility-wide schedule, each elder determines their own day-to-day activities, meals, and personal routines, enabling a sense of dignity and autonomy. This approach supports the residents in pursuing their individual passions, interests, and familiar comforts, all within a nurturing and homelike environment.
Within each of the six homes, carefully curated spaces such as a central dining room, a cozy family room with a fireplace, a den, and a spa are thoughtfully incorporated around an open kitchen. These common areas foster social interaction, relaxation, and family-like gatherings. Surrounding the shared living spaces are ten private bedrooms, each featuring a private bathroom. This emphasis on privacy and comfort ensures that every resident has a secure and personal retreat to call their own. The homes open up to expansive landscaped patios, beautifully maintained gardens, and tranquil walking paths that invite quiet reflection and outdoor enjoyment.
The caregiving team at Cottages of Lake St. Louis is a consistent presence, providing high-quality, compassionate care that is tailored to each resident’s unique needs. State-of-the-art rehabilitation facilities and amenities complement the daily lives of residents, further supporting their wellbeing and aspirations. By combining advanced healthcare with thoughtful design and a commitment to positive relationships, Cottages of Lake St. Louis has created a skilled care community unlike any other—one where elders are truly valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.