Sunset Health Care Center

Sunset Health Care Center is a professionally managed skilled nursing facility located in Union, Missouri, the county seat of Franklin County in east-central Missouri. Managed by MGM Healthcare, a recognized operator in Missouri's long-term care sector, Sunset brings experienced management and structured care standards to one of Franklin County's most accessible senior living addresses. Situated on West Park Avenue, Sunset Health Care Center provides residents with skilled nursing care, post-acute rehabilitation, and long-term residential support. The facility's clinical team works closely with area physicians and specialists to deliver individualized care for residents managing complex medical conditions, recovering from hospitalization, or requiring ongoing nursing supervision. One of the facility's most significant advantages is its proximity to Mercy Hospital Washington, located approximately 15 miles east in Washington, Missouri. Mercy Washington is a full-service hospital offering emergency medicine, cardiac care, orthopedic surgery, rehabilitation, and a comprehensive range of outpatient services — making seamless transitions between acute and post-acute care a practical reality for Sunset's residents. Union is a vibrant small city with a classic Missouri character. The historic Franklin County Courthouse anchors the downtown square, which is lined with locally owned shops, restaurants, and community gathering spaces. The Meramec River, which flows through Franklin County, provides scenic beauty and recreational opportunities including fishing, canoeing, and nature walks along its wooded banks. Families visiting residents at Sunset will enjoy Union's welcoming downtown, and the nearby town of Washington — famous for its German heritage, corn cob pipe manufacturing history, and charming riverfront district — is a popular day-trip destination along the Missouri River. For families seeking quality skilled nursing care in Franklin County backed by MGM Healthcare's management expertise, Sunset Health Care Center offers professional services, a convenient location, and the warmth of Union's close-knit community.