300 Autumn Ridge Drive · Herculaneum, MO 63048
Back to all articles

Autumn Ridge · Blog

Autumn Ridge Residences Overview

Senior Living, Care, and Amenities in Herculaneum, Missouri

Nestled on a scenic 7.5-acre campus in Herculaneum, Missouri, Autumn Ridge Residences provides welcoming senior living designed to balance independence, supportive care, and community connection. Located in Jefferson County just 30 minutes south of St. Louis, the community offers private, maintenance-free apartments for adults aged 55 and older, paired with dedicated around-the-clock associates and rich daily programming.

Exterior view of Autumn Ridge Residences in Herculaneum, Missouri, showing the covered entrance portico, brick facade, and landscaped front grounds

Supportive Living Options & Flexible Terms

Autumn Ridge Residences offers tailored living arrangements to suit each resident's individual lifestyle and health needs, operating on straightforward month-to-month agreements with no long-term lease commitments:

  • Independent Living: Starting at $3,140 per month, designed for active seniors seeking freedom from household maintenance, yard chores, and cooking.
  • Residential Care: Starting at $2,805 per month, providing personal assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication administration, professional nursing support, and 24/7 associate presence.
  • Respite Care: Short-term stays offering full community access and attentive care during recovery periods or while family caregivers travel.

Move-in requires a one-time $1,000 community fee. Autumn Ridge also accepts Medicaid participation (specific programs or waivers to be confirmed on inquiry) and assists eligible families in navigating veteran benefit resources, including the VA Aid & Attendance pension. Please note that Autumn Ridge focuses exclusively on Independent Living and Residential Care, and does not offer memory care or skilled nursing.

All-Inclusive Everyday Services

Life at Autumn Ridge is designed to remove the daily burdens of homeownership. Monthly rent incorporates an extensive range of essential services and utilities:

  • Three restaurant-style meals prepared fresh daily and served in the dining room
  • All key utilities included: electricity, water, heating and air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and basic cable television (telephone service is arranged separately)
  • Weekly housekeeping and regular linen service, with full-service laundry available
  • Scheduled community transportation, including rides to local medical appointments
  • Complete interior and exterior apartment and building maintenance
  • 24/7 staffing and personal emergency pendant response system
Spacious dining room at Autumn Ridge Residences arranged with white architectural columns, classic chandeliers, and dressed dining tables

Dining Experiences & On-Site Health Services

Dining at Autumn Ridge is a vibrant social experience featuring three freshly prepared meals each day. The dietary team accommodates a variety of nutritional requirements and medical diets, including diabetic, vegetarian, therapeutic, and low-sodium or low-sugar plans. When residents need extra comfort or are feeling under the weather, convenient in-room meal service is readily available.

Routine healthcare support is accessible directly within the community. Scheduled visiting physician appointments help residents manage checkups without navigating off-site travel. For rehabilitative needs, on-site physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy are offered, with physical therapy delivered by a dedicated third-party onsite provider.

Apartment Layouts & Campus Amenities

The residence accommodates up to 107 seniors with a selection of floor plans designed for convenience and ease of movement. Living options include studio suites, companion and deluxe companion layouts, semi-private rooms, and one-bedroom apartments. Couples are welcome to share apartments.

Wooden gazebo and walkway overlooking the landscaped courtyard and greenery on the Autumn Ridge campus

Across the 7.5-acre grounds, residents enjoy a range of dedicated shared spaces designed for recreation, wellness, and relaxation:

  • Fitness room equipped for senior wellness and strength maintenance
  • On-site beauty salon and barber shop for hair care and styling
  • Quiet areas for reading and relaxation
  • Activity center and welcoming common lounges for socializing
  • Landscaped courtyard, shaded gazebo, outdoor seating areas, and raised gardening beds
  • Designated on-site resident parking

Daily Activities & Social Life

A full, vibrant activity schedule helps residents stay active, build lasting friendships, and explore new hobbies. Daily events encompass games, trivia, bingo tournaments, arts and crafts, senior exercise sessions, live entertainment, holiday festivities, and religious or spiritual programs.

Residents participating in an afternoon bingo game around a table in the Autumn Ridge community lounge

Community Policies & Family Visiting

Autumn Ridge fosters a family-friendly atmosphere with flexible visiting hours for loved ones. Guests are welcome to join residents for community meals, and overnight guest visits are accommodated. Residents may also arrange for personal outside caregivers if desired. To maintain a safe and comfortable environment for all, Autumn Ridge is a pet-free community, and smoking is restricted to designated outdoor areas only.


Connect with Autumn Ridge Residences

Managed by Veritas Senior Living, Autumn Ridge Residences provides personalized senior living in Jefferson County. For inquiries, current pricing, or to arrange an in-person tour of the campus, contact the community team directly:

Autumn Ridge Residences
300 Autumn Ridge Dr, Herculaneum, MO 63048
Phone: (636) 931-8400

community lifediningoverview