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The Madison Senior Living
Serving seniors for six years, The Madison Senior Living is an elegant retirement community in the Martin City neighborhood of Kansas City. Operated by Swkc Senior Community, it supplies assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The home led by executive director Todd Bettey-Donelson maintains an 80 percent occupancy rate with 66 beds across its three-story building.
Occupants enjoy floor plans spanning from studios to one-bedroom units, providing flexibility to match individual needs and preferences. The facility’s location has a Walk Score of 32, reflecting a somewhat walkable area where most errands require transportation, with some nearby services accessible on foot. The Madison distinguishes itself via a robust set of amenities tailored to support active retirement living. A swimming pool, library, and arts and crafts center offer recreational and intellectual engagement, while private dining rooms provide intimate spaces for residents and visiting families. The community underscores accessibility with transportation services and maintains an active calendar of fitness and recreation programming to engage occupants.
The Madison Senior Living earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, indicating positive business practices and transparency. State inspection data demonstrate the community upholds standards aligned with or better than comparable Missouri assisted living facilities, showing consistent attention to health and safety compliance.
For families contemplating The Madison Senior Living, arranging an in-person tour is the best way to see its floor plans, observe daily activities, and get a sense of the environment and staff. For local families, the established six-year operational history in Kansas City provides familiarity and stability.
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Based on 53 residents and 66 beds. Source: state inspection report (Oct 2024)
About This Community
Pricing & Financial Information
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The Madison Senior Living is legally operated by Swkc Senior Community LLC, and administered by Todd Bettey-Donelson.
- 24-hour food access.
- Private dining room for family events.
- Bistro / café on site.
Inspection History
In Missouri, the Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure performs the inspections and unannounced surveys required for all long-term care providers.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 17 deficiencies 6 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2021 vs. Missouri state average
• Total deficiencies (73% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% below)
Deficiencies
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This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total deficiencies
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17 | 64.0 | This facility has 73% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (17 vs. MO avg 64).↓ 73% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
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2.8 | 5.0 | This facility has 44% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2.8 vs. MO avg 5).↓ 44% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total inspections
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6 | 12.0 | This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (6 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer |
Places of interest near The Madison Senior Living
14001 Madison Ave, Kansas City, MO 64145 — 3.61 miles to nearest hospital (Menorah Medical Center)
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Info below is compiled from the MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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| The Bishop Spencer Place, Inc |
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
|
Kansas City |
118
Facility
118
MO AVG
88
Rank
#41 / 217
| Yes |
94
Facility
94
MO AVG
43
Rank
#2 / 258
| Skilled Nursing Facility (57), ALF** (61) | The Bishop Spencer Place, Inc |
30
Facility
30
MO AVG
12
Rank
#15 / 94
| - |
| Brookdale Wornall Place |
AL
IL
|
Kansas City (Country Lane Estates) |
68
Facility
68
MO AVG
88
Rank
#129 / 217
| Yes |
30
Facility
30
MO AVG
43
Rank
#163 / 258
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Blc Kansas City-Gc, LLC |
48
Facility
48
MO AVG
12
Rank
#2 / 94
| A+ |
| The Madison Senior Living |
AL
IL
MC
|
Kansas City (Martin City) |
66
Facility
66
MO AVG
88
Rank
#135 / 217
| Yes |
32
Facility
32
MO AVG
43
Rank
#159 / 258
| Studio / 1 Bed | Swkc Senior Community LLC |
6
Facility
6
MO AVG
12
Rank
#41 / 94
| A+ |
| The Summit |
AL
IL
|
Kansas City |
64
Facility
64
MO AVG
88
Rank
#143 / 217
| No |
94
Facility
94
MO AVG
43
Rank
#2 / 258
| Skilled Nursing Facility (64) | The Summit, Inc |
1
Facility
1
MO AVG
12
Rank
#54 / 94
| - |
| Armour Oaks Senior Living Community |
AL
IL
NH
SNF
|
Kansas City (Waldo Homes) |
38
Facility
38
MO AVG
88
Rank
#195 / 217
| Yes |
73
Facility
73
MO AVG
43
Rank
#26 / 258
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | Mo Women's Christian Assoc Of Kansas City |
7
Facility
7
MO AVG
12
Rank
#37 / 94
| A+ |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MO assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
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The Madison Senior Living is located in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Madison Senior Living
What neighborhood is The Madison Senior Living in?
The Madison Senior Living is in the Martin City neighborhood of Kansas City.
Who is the owner of The Madison Senior Living?
The Madison Senior Living is legally operated by Swkc Senior Community LLC, and administered by Todd Bettey-Donelson.
Is The Madison Senior Living in a walkable area?
The Madison Senior Living has a walk score of 32. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at The Madison Senior Living?
The Madison Senior Living's occupancy is 80.3%.
How long has The Madison Senior Living been in business?
The Madison Senior Living has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Madison Senior Living?
Yes, The Madison Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for The Madison Senior Living?
The team at The Madison Senior Living can be reached at frontdesk@themadisonseniorliving.com.
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