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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About this community
Occupancy
The Madison Senior Living is legally operated by Swkc Senior Community LLC, and administered by Todd Bettey-Donelson.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
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 (51% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (3% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
| 17 | 35 | This facility has 51% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (17 vs. MO avg 35).↓ 51% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.8 | 2.9 | This facility has 3% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2.8 vs. MO avg 2.9).↓ 3% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total inspections
| 6 | 12 | 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 |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| The Gardens at Barry Road | AL MC RC | Kansas City (Prairie Point-Wildberry) | 124 | Yes | A+ | 34 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Carnegie Village | AL NH IL MC RC | Belton (107) | 85 | No | - | 55 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| The Grand Royale | AL IL RC | Gladstone | 77 | Yes | - | 63 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| The Madison Senior Living | AL IL MC | Kansas City (Martin City) | 66 | Yes | A+ | 32 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Linden Woods Village | AL IL NH SNF | Gladstone | 40 | Yes | - | 53 | - |
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. Somewhat walkable. 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%.
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.
Who is the administrator of The Madison Senior Living?
Todd Bettey-Donelson is the administrator of The Madison Senior Living.
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