Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lee's Summit, MO

Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lee's Summit, MO

Overview of Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit

Cross Creek at Lee’s Summit in Missouri, offers both assisted living and memory care services within a single setting. Assisted living assists residents with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, and medication management while maintaining private living quarters. Secured memory care delivers specialized oversight and structure for individuals living with memory loss or at risk of wandering.

Housing 55 beds, the smaller layout allows for a close-knit environment where residents and care staff interact regularly. Floor plans include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments that suit individuals or couples moving in together. Resident policies allow pets, and administrative leadership is managed on site.

Private pay is the primary funding method accepted for residential care accommodations. Local travel around Lee’s Summit relies on personal vehicles or scheduled community transportation services.

Families looking into long-term care options or memory support services can contact Cross Creek at Lee’s Summit to check current unit availability or book a tour.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 55 Rank #156 / 217Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 156th out of 217 assisted living communities we track in Missouri for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Missouri 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #220 / 259Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 220th out of 259 assisted living communities we track in Missouri for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Missouri facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
13 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #74 / 187Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 74th out of 187 assisted living communities we track in Missouri for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Missouri average, with its Statewide rank out of 187. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
70.9% This home usually has availability

Based on 39 residents and 55 beds. Source: state inspection report (Nov 2023)

Higher than the Missouri average: 64.3%

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyJackson

Certifications & Programs

Five Pillars of Brain HealthA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit is legally operated by Wilsire At Lakewood Memory Care LLC, and administered by Ms. Laura Benefiel.

Corporate EntityWILSHIRE AT LAKEWOOD MEMORY CARE, LLC

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Personalized Dietary Accommodations
24-Hour Nursing
DietitianListed as: Registered dietician menu review

Additional Services

3 services
Personal Training
HousekeepingListed as: Housekeeping and laundry
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Community Kitchen
Courtyard
Fitness Center
Wellness Center
Café
Activities
Group Exercise Classes
Stretching Sessions
Touring HoursMonday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit.
  • Anytime / all-day dining.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Sizes
318 sq. ft 343 sq. ft 368 sq. ft 411 sq. ft 470 sq. ft 690 sq. ft
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
In-Room Features
Walk-In Showers With Seats Grab Bars In Showers

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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.

Since 2018 · 8 years 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.
8 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2018 vs. Missouri state average
Overall vs. MO average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Total deficiencies (88% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (60% below)

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

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 864.0 This facility has 88% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (8 vs. MO avg 64).↓ 88% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.05.0 This facility has 60% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2 vs. MO avg 5).↓ 60% better

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

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 412.0 This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (4 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer

Managed by Laura Benefiel

Executive Director

11 years of experience

Laura Benefiel is the Executive Director of Cross Creek at Lee’s Summit, overseeing the community’s daily operations with a focus on creating a safe, family-like atmosphere. She holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Central Missouri and has extensive experience in senior care, including 11 years as director of social services and 10 years as an Executive Director in skilled nursing facilities.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit

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Places of interest near Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit

Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lee's Summit's city center to Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.51 miles to nearest hospital (University Health Lakewood 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.

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. 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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Addington Place of Lee‘s Summit
AL
MC
Lee's Summit
88
Facility 88
MO AVG 88
Rank #84 / 217
Yes
16
Facility 16
MO AVG 42
Rank #207 / 259
SuiteArhc Lssmtmo01 Trs, LLC-
Addington Place of Lee‘s Summit
AL
MC
Lee's Summit
88
Facility 88
MO AVG 88
Rank #84 / 217
Yes
11
Facility 11
MO AVG 42
Rank #227 / 259
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedArhc Lssmtmo01 Trs, LLC-
Raintree Village
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Lee's Summit
82
Facility 82
MO AVG 88
Rank #94 / 217
Yes
85
Facility 85
MO AVG 42
Rank #15 / 259
Skilled Nursing Facility (40), ALF** (42)Ccrc Of Lee's Summit LLC
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 12
Rank #52 / 93
The Princeton Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Lee's Summit
74
Facility 74
MO AVG 88
Rank #108 / 217
Yes
12
Facility 12
MO AVG 42
Rank #222 / 259
Private RoomsLee's Summit Senior Community, LLC-
Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit
AL
MC
Lee's Summit
55
Facility 55
MO AVG 88
Rank #156 / 217
Yes
13
Facility 13
MO AVG 42
Rank #220 / 259
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWilsire At Lakewood Memory Care LLC-

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

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Missouri

Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit is located in Lee's Summit, Missouri.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Missouri.

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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).
MO

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
MO

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).
MO

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).
MO

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).
MO

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.
MO

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
MO

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 Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit

Who is the owner of Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit?

Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit is legally operated by Wilsire At Lakewood Memory Care LLC, and administered by Ms. Laura Benefiel.

Is Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit in a walkable area?

Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit?

Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit's occupancy is 70.9%.

Are pets allowed at Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit?

Yes, Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit?

The team at Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit can be reached at vpiccinini@crosscreekatleessummit.com.

Who is the administrator of Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit?

Ms. Laura Benefiel is the administrator of Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit.

How many beds does Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit have?

Cross Creek at Lee‘s Summit has 55 beds.

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