Delaware Highlands Assisted Living

Delaware Highlands Assisted Living

Overview of Delaware Highlands Assisted Living

Operated by Delaware Highlands Assisted Living under the administration of Suzanne Sexton, Delaware Highlands Assisted Living is a 133-bed, three-story community located on Delaware Parkway in Kansas City, Kansas. Serving older adults for 22 years, the community maintains an 89% occupancy rate, reflecting its established presence and consistent demand.

Residents live in one-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes that provide privacy and space for preparing light meals or beverages. Additionally, the barrier-free design, free Wi-Fi, emergency alert systems, laundry services, and 24-hour nursing support help create a safe and convenient living environment.

Furthermore, three home-style meals are served each day, while daily activities, community outings, a beauty salon, and an on-site chapel encourage social engagement, personal well-being, and spiritual support. The surrounding neighborhood is largely car-dependent, making most errands and appointments easier to reach by vehicle.

Over its years of operation, state inspections have focused on documentation and care practices while recognizing ongoing operational improvements. More recent reviews identified no deficiencies, and most complaint investigations have been unsubstantiated, reflecting continued attention to regulatory compliance and quality standards.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
118
Bed community size
133-bed community Rank #13 / 223Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 223 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
22 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 3 / 100 Rank #350 / 352Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 350th out of 352 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
89%
Rank #51 / 203Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st out of 203 homes we track in Kansas for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 203. 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.
Higher than the Kansas average: 79.5%
Occupied beds
118 / 133
Average occupied beds in Kansas homes 50 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
CountyWyandotte
License NumberN105014

Ownership & Operating Entity

Delaware Highlands Assisted Living is legally operated by Delaware Highlands Assisted Living, and administered by Suzanne Sexton.

OwnerDelaware Highlands Assisted Living LLC

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
133 units
Total beds
133 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency alert pendants for all residents; emergency alert pull cords in each bathroom.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age65

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wi-Fi
Emergency Call System
Laundry
Spacious One-Bedroom Apartments
ActivitiesSeveral daily activities and events
Specific Programscommunity outings, on-site beauty salon, chapel services
Religious ServicesWeekly Catholic Communion, Bible Study, and Church Services

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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 2012 · 14 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 51 deficiencies 21 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 2012 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (53% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% 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. 51108 This facility has 53% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (51 vs. KS avg 108).↓ 53% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.44.18 This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (2.4 vs. KS avg 4.18).↓ 43% 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. 2124 This facility has had 13% fewer total inspections than the Kansas average (21 vs. KS avg 24). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 13% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 550 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Delaware Highlands Assisted Living

Address 12600 Delaware Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66109 — 4.48 miles to nearest hospital (Providence Medical Center)

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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.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Delaware Highlands Assisted Living
AL
Kansas City
133
Facility 133
KS AVG 69
Rank #13 / 223
Yes
3
Facility 3
KS AVG 47
Rank #350 / 352
1 Bed
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #51 / 203
A+Suzanne SextonDelaware Highlands Assisted Living21
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 100
Rank #68 / 147
2.4
Facility 2.4
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #43 / 147
Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Kansas City (Victory Hills)
131
Facility 131
KS AVG 69
Rank #15 / 223
No
57
Facility 57
KS AVG 47
Rank #119 / 352
-
89.9%
Facility 89.9%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #44 / 203
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The Healthcare Resort of Kansas City
AL
NH
SNF
Kansas City (Victory Hills)
70
Facility 70
KS AVG 69
Rank #83 / 223
No
11
Facility 11
KS AVG 47
Rank #337 / 352
-
94.3%
Facility 94.3%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #18 / 203
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62
Facility 62
KS AVG 100
Rank #77 / 147
12.4
Facility 12.4
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #147 / 147
North Point
AL
NH
MC
RC
Paola
53
Facility 53
KS AVG 69
Rank #127 / 223
Yes
28
Facility 28
KS AVG 47
Rank #270 / 352
Studio
91.9%
Facility 91.9%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #26 / 203
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Brookdale Shawnee
AL
Shawnee-Yes
71
Facility 71
KS AVG 47
Rank #53 / 352
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Kansas

Delaware Highlands Assisted Living is located in Kansas City, 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
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 Delaware Highlands Assisted Living

Is Delaware Highlands Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Delaware Highlands Assisted Living has a walk score of 3. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Delaware Highlands Assisted Living?

According to KS state health department records, Delaware Highlands Assisted Living's license number is N105014.

What is the occupancy rate at Delaware Highlands Assisted Living?

Delaware Highlands Assisted Living's occupancy is 89%.

How long has Delaware Highlands Assisted Living been in business?

Delaware Highlands Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Delaware Highlands Assisted Living?

Yes, Delaware Highlands Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Delaware Highlands Assisted Living?

Suzanne Sexton is the administrator of Delaware Highlands Assisted Living.

How many beds does Delaware Highlands Assisted Living have?

Delaware Highlands Assisted Living has 133 beds.

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