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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.
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About this community
Legend at Capital Ridge is administered by Ashley Burnison.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total deficiencies (84% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 17 | 108 | This facility has 84% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (17 vs. KS avg 108).↓ 84% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 3.4 | 4.18 | This facility has 19% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (3.4 vs. KS avg 4.18).↓ 19% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 5 | 24 | This facility has had 79% fewer total inspections than the Kansas average (5 vs. KS avg 24). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 79% fewer |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Room Sizes: 284 - 326 / 389 - 399 / 435 / 471 - 586 / 561 - 724 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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5.3 miles from city center
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.
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.
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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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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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.
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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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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Topeka Presbyterian Manor | AL IL NH SNF | Topeka | 123
Facility
123
KS AVG
69
Rank
#20 / 223 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
KS AVG
47
Rank
#261 / 352 | Residential (55), NF (Nursing Facility) (68), SNF/NF (Combined) (68) |
55.3%
Facility
55.3%
KS AVG
77.3%
Rank
#186 / 203 | Christie Lynn Patrick | Topeka Presbyterian Manor | 7 | 40
Facility
40
KS AVG
100
Rank
#60 / 147 | 5.7
Facility
5.7
KS AVG
4.2
Rank
#123 / 147 |
| Cedarhurst of Topeka | AL IL MC | Topeka | 111
Facility
111
KS AVG
69
Rank
#30 / 223 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
KS AVG
47
Rank
#312 / 352 | Assisted Living (81), Residential (30) |
72.1%
Facility
72.1%
KS AVG
77.3%
Rank
#144 / 203 | Jessie Bird | Cedarhurst Of Topeka | 8 | 25
Facility
25
KS AVG
100
Rank
#36 / 147 | 3.1
Facility
3.1
KS AVG
4.2
Rank
#58 / 147 |
| Legend at Capital Ridge | AL MC | Topeka | 76
Facility
76
KS AVG
69
Rank
#68 / 223 | No |
38
Facility
38
KS AVG
47
Rank
#228 / 352 | 1 Bed | - | Ashley Burnison | - | 5 | 17
Facility
17
KS AVG
100
Rank
#22 / 147 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
KS AVG
4.2
Rank
#65 / 147 |
| Lexington Park Independent Living | AL IL NH RC SNF | Topeka | 60
Facility
60
KS AVG
69
Rank
#94 / 223 | No |
60
Facility
60
KS AVG
47
Rank
#99 / 352 | Assisted Living (60) |
90.0%
Facility
90.0%
KS AVG
77.3%
Rank
#36 / 203 | Ben Rigdon | - | 21 | 25
Facility
25
KS AVG
100
Rank
#36 / 147 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
KS AVG
4.2
Rank
#18 / 147 |
| Homestead of Topeka | AL MC | Topeka | 44
Facility
44
KS AVG
69
Rank
#178 / 223 | No |
40
Facility
40
KS AVG
47
Rank
#220 / 352 | Assisted Living (44) |
84.1%
Facility
84.1%
KS AVG
77.3%
Rank
#84 / 203 | Susan Bullock | - | 14 | 23
Facility
23
KS AVG
100
Rank
#31 / 147 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
KS AVG
4.2
Rank
#30 / 147 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Legend at Capital Ridge
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.
Has Legend at Capital Ridge had any deficiencies?
Legend at Capital Ridge has had 17 reported deficiencies since 2015 according to records from Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS).
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