Legend at Capital Ridge
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Topeka, KS

Legend at Capital Ridge

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Topeka, KS

Overview of Legend at Capital Ridge

With 76 beds in one-bedroom units, Legend at Capital Ridge is a single-story assisted living community in Topeka, Kansas. Operated by 1931 Sw Arvonia Place Llc and administered by Ashley Burnison, it’s located at 1931 Sw Arvonia Pl in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 38. This means some nearby services are walkable, with most errands needing transportation.

The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission, oversees Legend at Capital Ridge through routine inspections. Over time, inspections have underscored nursing coordination of resident care and dietary management. These themes remain vital to daily operations.

For families examining the home, a visit to tour it will provide a feel for the space, room options, and daily life.

Bed community size
76-bed community Rank #68 / 223Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 223 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 38 / 100 Rank #228 / 363Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 228th out of 363 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility | Residential Health Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyShawnee
License NumberN089045

Ownership & Operating Entity

Legend at Capital Ridge is administered by Ashley Burnison.

Owner1931 Sw Arvonia Place LLC

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
61 units
Residential
15 units
Total beds
76 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 2015 · 11 years of data 17 deficiencies 17 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 2015 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% 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. 17100 This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (17 vs. KS avg 100).↓ 83% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 14 This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (1 vs. KS avg 4).↓ 75% 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. 1725 This facility has had 32% fewer total inspections than the Kansas average (17 vs. KS avg 25). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 32% fewer

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on December 10, 2018, identified deficiencies related to nursing coordination of altered diets and labeling of over-the-counter medications. Earlier inspections showed similar issues with health care coordination, therapeutic diet preparation, and negotiated service agreements, as well as concerns about documentation and medication administration. Complaint investigations in 2015 found deficiencies in service agreements and food safety practices, but no enforcement actions or fines were listed in the available reports. Most complaints were substantiated, particularly regarding service agreements and food storage. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring themes in resident care coordination and dietary management, with no clear pattern of improvement or worsening over time.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 284 - 326 / 389 - 399 / 435 / 471 - 586 / 561 - 724 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 5.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Topeka's city center to Legend at Capital Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.4 miles to nearest hospital (Topeka ER & Hospital)

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Kansas

Legend at Capital Ridge is located in Topeka, 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).
KS

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
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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 Legend at Capital Ridge

What neighborhood is Legend at Capital Ridge in?

Legend at Capital Ridge is in the Southwest Arvonia Place neighborhood of Topeka.

Who is the owner of Legend at Capital Ridge?

Legend at Capital Ridge is legally operated by 1931 Sw Arvonia Place LLC, and administered by Ashley Burnison.

Is Legend at Capital Ridge in a walkable area?

Legend at Capital Ridge has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Legend at Capital Ridge?

According to KS state health department records, Legend at Capital Ridge's license number is N089045.

Are pets allowed at Legend at Capital Ridge?

No, Legend at Capital Ridge has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Legend at Capital Ridge?

Ashley Burnison is the administrator of Legend at Capital Ridge.

How many beds does Legend at Capital Ridge have?

Legend at Capital Ridge has 76 beds.

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