Best Assisted Living in Great Bend, KS

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Great Bend, KS using KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in KS
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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-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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
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.
Medicalodges Great Bend
AL
ADC
HC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Great Bend
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 69
Rank #81 / 140
No
81
Facility 81
KS AVG 47
Rank #8 / 206
-
84.3%
Facility 84.3%
KS AVG 73.6%
Rank #37 / 126
Fred HermesMl-Re Great Bend, LLC64
387
Facility 387
KS AVG 100
Rank #113 / 116
6.0
Facility 6.0
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #105 / 116
River Bend
AL
ADC
HOS
RC
Great Bend
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 69
Rank #117 / 140
Yes
59
Facility 59
KS AVG 47
Rank #61 / 206
Studio
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
KS AVG 73.6%
Rank #56 / 126
Courtney KlimaGreat Bend Homestead Assisted Living LLC11
4
Facility 4
KS AVG 100
Rank #3 / 116
0.4
Facility 0.4
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #3 / 116
Brookdale Great Bend
AL
Great Bend
-Yes
36
Facility 36
KS AVG 47
Rank #137 / 206
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other KS assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Great Bend. See how we rank facilities

River Bend

3820 Broadway Ave, Great Bend, KS 67530
Overview of River Bend

River Bend provides assisted living, Adult Day Care, Hospice Care, and Respite Care in Great Bend, KS. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while the resident lives in a studio. Adult Day Care provides care during the day without requiring a resident to live at the community. Hospice Care supports residents receiving end of life care, and Respite Care may suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover because it provides a short stay.

River Bend has 40 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. A Walk Score of 59 means some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some errands independently. Pets are allowed. Courtney Klima serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Medicalodges Great Bend

Medicalodges Great Bend in Great Bend, Kansas, delivers assisted living, nursing home services, skilled care, adult day care, home care, hospice, and respite stays. Assisted living assists residents with everyday routines in individual living spaces, while short-term rehabilitation services aid those recovering from illness or injury. Off-site medical visits are supported by handicap-accessible transportation, and specialized dietary meals, an on-site barber shop or salon, and interdenominational religious services are available to residents.

Operating under administrator Fred Hermes and operator Ml-Re Great Bend, this 51-bed community holds an area walk score of 81, indicating nearby neighborhoods where standard errands can be run on foot. Daily nurse staffing across the facility averages 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident. Accepted payment arrangements include Medicare for qualifying post-hospital rehabilitation and direct private payment.

Prospective representatives can contact Medicalodges Great Bend to request details on day programs, review room availability, or schedule a tour of the campus.

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Overview of Brookdale Great Bend

Discover a warm and welcoming retirement experience at Brookdale Great Bend, an outstanding senior living community in Great Bend, Kansas, offering assisted living. The community provides a unique opportunity for seniors to live the retirement they have always dreamed of, surrounded by interesting people and engaging activities. The single-story building ensures that all community areas are easily accessible for individuals with limited mobility, and the team is available 24/7 to address any emergencies.

At Brookdale Great Bend, residents enjoy a variety of amenities and services designed to enhance their quality of life. The community features private apartments, elegant common areas for socializing and dining, and a full calendar of activities and programs. Residents benefit from fitness classes, social activities, and delicious, healthy meals that support their overall health and wellness. Additional amenities include transportation services and a patio with gardens, offering a comfortable and home-like environment where seniors can make new friends and enjoy a vibrant lifestyle.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Great Bend at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 59/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Great Bend, KS. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 46The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Great Bend, KS. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Great Bend, KS

What is the average cost of assisted living in Great Bend, KS?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Great Bend, KS is approximately $4,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Great Bend, KS?

Assisted living in Great Bend, KS typically ranges from $3,800–$6,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Great Bend, KS?

Assisted living facilities in Great Bend, KS typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:15.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Kansas?

Assisted living in Kansas supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Kansas?

Assisted living in Kansas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Kansas Medicaid cover assisted living?

Kansas Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Kansas) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.