Shawnee Hills
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Shawnee, KS

Shawnee Hills

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Shawnee, KS

Overview of Shawnee Hills

Have a blissful retirement at Shawnee Hills, a blissful haven set in the beautiful neighborhood of Shawnee, KS, offering independent living and assisted living. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ living experiences, providing exceptional and well-thought-out accommodations. Residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with a compassionate team, helping with chores and maintenance.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delightful restaurants in the area provide residents with various dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with a library, a bistro, a beauty salon, a sky lounge, a theater, a wellness center, a community room, and serene walking paths, creating the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their golden years.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 60 Rank #78 / 174Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 78th out of 174 homes we track in Kansas for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kansas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #198 / 304Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th out of 304 homes we track in Kansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
39 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #92 / 155Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 92nd out of 155 homes we track in Kansas for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 155. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
75% This home usually has availability
Similar to the Kansas average: 74.9%
Occupied beds
45 / 60

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
CountyJohnson
License NumberN046108

Ownership & Operating Entity

Shawnee Hills is legally operated by Shawnee Hills Senior Living, and administered by Shannon Lee Vestal.

OwnerS-K Shawnee, LLC

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
60 units
Total beds
60 units

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Inspection History

In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
11 deficiencies 3 inspections

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

Since 2025 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (94% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (24% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 11175 This facility has 94% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (11 vs. KS avg 175).↓ 94% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.74.85 This facility has 24% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (3.7 vs. KS avg 4.85).↓ 24% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 335 This facility has had 91% fewer total inspections than the Kansas average (3 vs. KS avg 35). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 91% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Places of interest near Shawnee Hills

Address 3.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Shawnee's city center to Shawnee Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Shawnee

Info below is compiled from the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Shawnee Hills
AL
IL
Shawnee
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 72
Rank #78 / 174
Yes
39
Facility 39
KS AVG 48
Rank #198 / 304
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #92 / 155
Shannon Lee VestalS-K Shawnee, LLC3
11
Facility 11
KS AVG 100
Rank #12 / 147
3.7
Facility 3.7
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #72 / 147
Serenity Springs Homecare Plus
AL
MC
RESC
Shawnee (Highland Gardens)-No
58
Facility 58
KS AVG 48
Rank #97 / 304
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Kansas

Shawnee Hills is located in Shawnee, Kansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kansas.

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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Kansas 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).
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Requires care level assessment.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+
General Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
KS

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Homemaker services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kansas 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).
KS

Three tiers; no waitlist.

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
KS

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kansas 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
KS

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Shawnee Hills

Who is the owner of Shawnee Hills?

Shawnee Hills is legally operated by Shawnee Hills Senior Living, and administered by Shannon Lee Vestal.

Is Shawnee Hills in a walkable area?

Shawnee Hills has a walk score of 39. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Shawnee Hills?

According to KS state health department records, Shawnee Hills's license number is N046108.

What is the occupancy rate at Shawnee Hills?

Shawnee Hills's occupancy is 75%.

Are pets allowed at Shawnee Hills?

Yes, Shawnee Hills allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Shawnee Hills?

Shannon Lee Vestal is the administrator of Shawnee Hills.

How many beds does Shawnee Hills have?

Shawnee Hills has 60 beds.

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