The Ashton on the Plaza

Q: What neighborhood is The Ashton on the Plaza in?

The Ashton on the Plaza is in the Midtown - Westport neighborhood of Kansas City.

Q: Who is the owner of The Ashton on the Plaza?

The legal owner and operator of The Ashton on the Plaza is Plaza Facility Operator Llc, The.

Q: Is The Ashton on the Plaza in a walkable area?

The Ashton on the Plaza has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at The Ashton on the Plaza?

The Ashton on the Plaza's occupancy is 31%.

Q: Who is the administrator of The Ashton on the Plaza?

Dana Milner is the administrator of The Ashton on the Plaza.

Q: How many beds does The Ashton on the Plaza have?

The Ashton on the Plaza has 96 beds.

Q: Are there photos of The Ashton on the Plaza?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Ashton on the Plaza in the photo gallery on this page.

Overview of The Ashton on the Plaza

Settled in the vibrant community of Kansas City, MO, the Ashton on the Plaza is a prominent senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from well-appointed and cozy accommodations with several floor plans tailored to their needs. As for memory care, a thoughtfully designed specialized care program called Magnolia Trails is utilized to accommodate the immediate care and support that those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia need.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including delicious and nutritious meals, special nutrition counseling, housekeeping and linen services, regular personal care assessments, medication administration and reminders, and escort and transfer assistance. Join in various social activities and events such as cooking classes, exercise classes, and outings. At the Ashton on the Plaza, seniors can enjoy a secure and memorable retirement.

(816) 608-7820

96-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 85 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

31%

Lower than the Missouri average: 66.6%

Occupied beds

30 / 96

Average occupied beds in Missouri homes 72 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

CountyJackson

The Ashton on the Plaza is legally operated by Plaza Facility Operator Llc, The, and administered by Dana Milner.

Corporate EntityTHE PLAZA FACILITY OPERATOR LLC

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactLeigh Meiss

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 27 deficiencies 11 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Missouri state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. Missouri state average

Overall vs. MO average

Latest Inspection October 10, 2024 Plan Of Correction

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	MO Average	vs. MO Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	27	35	This facility has 23% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (27 vs. MO avg 35).↓ 23% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2020.	4.5	5.8	This facility has 22% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (4.5 vs. MO avg 5.8).↓ 22% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	2.5	5	This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2.5 vs. MO avg 5).↓ 50% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	MO Average	vs. MO Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	11	7	This facility has 57% more total inspections than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (11 vs. MO avg 7).↑ 57% worse

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

6.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Kansas City's city center to The Ashton on the Plaza's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.


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The Ashton on the Plaza	AL MC	Kansas City (Midtown - Westport)	96 Facility 96 MO AVG 97 Rank #201 / 454	Yes	85 Facility 85 MO AVG 45 Rank #39 / 563	Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Plaza Facility Operator LLC, The	-	A+
The Madison Senior Living	AL IL MC	Kansas City (Martin City)	66 Facility 66 MO AVG 97 Rank #320 / 454	Yes	32 Facility 32 MO AVG 45 Rank #376 / 563	Studio / 1 Bed	Swkc Senior Community LLC	6 Facility 6 MO AVG 11 Rank #89 / 209	A+
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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Missouri Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Missouri resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural access prioritized.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Home health services

Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC)

MO SNC

Age 65+

General Missouri resident, in approved facility.

Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Supplements SSI; facility-based only.

Benefits

Monthly cash payment (~$156-$292/month) for care costs

Structured Family Caregiving Waiver (SFCW)

Missouri Structured Family Caregiving Waiver

Age 65+

General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, NFLOC, dementia diagnosis, live with caregiver.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.

Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).

Caregiver must be family; small program size.

Benefits

Cash stipend ($1,000-$1,500/month) to family caregiver Respite Training Supplies ($500/year)

MO HealthNet Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Missouri MO HealthNet ABD

Age 65+ or disabled

General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,690/month (individual, projected); spenddown allowed.

Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).

Less intensive than waivers; statewide access.

Benefits

Personal care (2-4 hours/day) Homemaker services Limited respite Medical equipment

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Missouri Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Missouri resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Missouri Caregiver Program (Customized Caregiver Training & Relief)

Missouri Caregiver Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ with dementia, Missouri resident, functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

Administered via AAAs and Alzheimer’s Association; rural focus.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week) Training Assistive tech ($500/year) Supplies

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Missouri VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Missouri resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

What neighborhood is The Ashton on the Plaza in?

The Ashton on the Plaza is in the Midtown - Westport neighborhood of Kansas City.

Who is the owner of The Ashton on the Plaza?

The legal owner and operator of The Ashton on the Plaza is Plaza Facility Operator Llc, The.

Is The Ashton on the Plaza in a walkable area?

The Ashton on the Plaza has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at The Ashton on the Plaza?

The Ashton on the Plaza's occupancy is 31%.

Who is the administrator of The Ashton on the Plaza?

Dana Milner is the administrator of The Ashton on the Plaza.

How many beds does The Ashton on the Plaza have?

The Ashton on the Plaza has 96 beds.

Are there photos of The Ashton on the Plaza?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Ashton on the Plaza in the photo gallery on this page.

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