Briarcrest Estates, located in Ballwin, Missouri, is a senior living community managed by Holiday Retirement. The facility focuses on independent living, offering older adults an environment designed for self-sufficiency along with supportive amenities and services. Residents of Briarcrest Estates have access to routine meal services, maintenance, housekeeping, and scheduled social activities. The community serves seniors who are largely independent but also accommodates certain needs through private arrangements with third-party home health providers. While the community does not provide assisted living or skilled nursing care onsite, it does support a range of lifestyle and wellness needs to promote residents’ autonomy and quality of life.

Onsite care and medical support at Briarcrest Estates include access to a barber and beauty salon, where residents can receive grooming and personal care services. The primary language of communication at the facility is English. While the community does not operate as an assisted living provider, staff can coordinate with families and third-party providers to address full assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, and dressing. For toileting, the facility is best suited for residents who can manage self-care. Yoga, including chair yoga, is offered as a wellness activity, supporting residents’ physical flexibility and relaxation.

Transportation services at Briarcrest Estates include complimentary scheduled transportation and transportation available at cost. These services are intended to help residents attend medical appointments, run errands, or enjoy outings for recreational and social purposes. While transportation is available to meet a range of needs, reviews have noted limitations regarding hours of operation and a lack of accessibility features on the community bus.

Resident feedback indicates that Briarcrest Estates is noted for its friendly and supportive staff and a communal, family-like atmosphere. The dining program provides a variety of meal options, though there have been requests for improved accommodation of special dietary needs and more flexibility with meal times. Residents benefit from a program of activities and amenities such as exercise rooms, live entertainment, and group outings, although periods of staff turnover have occasionally resulted in irregular activity scheduling. The physical environment is often described as safe, clean, and organized, but some areas of the building are recognized as older and in need of maintenance or modernization.

Overall, families note Briarcrest Estates provides good value, especially with its all-inclusive meal plans and welcoming community environment. However, clarity about care levels, access to specialized support, and consistent staff responsiveness have been identified as opportunities for improvement. Residents who require more advanced or extensive care can supplement with external home health services as needed, ensuring their changing support requirements can be met over time.

Costs at this community start at $2,509 and range up to $6,180. The average price in the community is $4,384, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,421. The cost of independent living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.