Best Assisted Living in Kansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 213 assisted living communities in 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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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,314The average monthly cost across facilities in Kansas. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 48/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Kansas. 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: 72The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kansas. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Avenue 81
AL
IL
MC
Overland Park (Colonial Village)
55
Facility 55
KS AVG 72
Rank #97 / 174
No
88
Facility 88
KS AVG 48
Rank #3 / 304
Private Rooms
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #62 / 155
A+Nicholas WysongAvenue 81 Investors LLC13
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #9 / 147
0.8
Facility 0.8
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #8 / 147
Parkwood Village
AL
MC
Pratt
73
Facility 73
KS AVG 72
Rank #64 / 174
No
70
Facility 70
KS AVG 48
Rank #48 / 304
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
86.3%
Facility 86.3%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #44 / 155
-Sharon WillCity Of Pratt13
7
Facility 7
KS AVG 100
Rank #7 / 147
0.5
Facility 0.5
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #5 / 147
Lakeview Village
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Terr Lenexa
158
Facility 158
KS AVG 72
Rank #6 / 174
Yes
61
Facility 61
KS AVG 48
Rank #82 / 304
-
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #8 / 155
A+Richard Alan Turley Jr.City Of Lenexa8
24
Facility 24
KS AVG 100
Rank #34 / 147
3.0
Facility 3.0
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #57 / 147
Oxford Vista Wichita
AL
IL
MC
Wichita (Delano)
90
Facility 90
KS AVG 72
Rank #42 / 174
Yes
81
Facility 81
KS AVG 48
Rank #11 / 304
1 Bed / 2 Bed
75.6%
Facility 75.6%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #89 / 155
-Iris TurnerOxford Vista Real Estate Holdings LLC7
24
Facility 24
KS AVG 100
Rank #34 / 147
3.4
Facility 3.4
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #65 / 147
Delaware Highlands Assisted Living
AL
Kansas City
133
Facility 133
KS AVG 72
Rank #13 / 174
Yes
3
Facility 3
KS AVG 48
Rank #302 / 304
1 Bed
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #28 / 155
A+Suzanne SextonDelaware Highlands Assisted Living LLC21
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 100
Rank #68 / 147
2.4
Facility 2.4
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #43 / 147
Brookdale Salina Kirwin
AL
Salina
43
Facility 43
KS AVG 72
Rank #143 / 174
Yes
62
Facility 62
KS AVG 48
Rank #77 / 304
Suite
58.1%
Facility 58.1%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #135 / 155
A+Latorya Ann Loud-BoswellLtc Properties Inc16
22
Facility 22
KS AVG 100
Rank #29 / 147
1.4
Facility 1.4
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #25 / 147
Vintage Park at Stanley
AL
Overland Park
50
Facility 50
KS AVG 72
Rank #110 / 174
Yes
65
Facility 65
KS AVG 48
Rank #65 / 304
Studio
66.0%
Facility 66.0%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #117 / 155
-Lynda SawyerCpf Landlord LLC15
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #9 / 147
0.7
Facility 0.7
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #7 / 147
Mission Chateau Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Prairie Village
88
Facility 88
KS AVG 72
Rank #45 / 174
Yes
64
Facility 64
KS AVG 48
Rank #67 / 304
Assisted Living (48), Residential (40)
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #62 / 155
-A Miles NeaseMiss Ion Chateau Property, LLC7
6
Facility 6
KS AVG 100
Rank #5 / 147
0.9
Facility 0.9
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #11 / 147
Lakeview Village
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Lenexa
184
Facility 184
KS AVG 72
Rank #3 / 174
Yes
54
Facility 54
KS AVG 48
Rank #123 / 304
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #109 / 155
A+Richard Alan Turley Jr.City Of Lenexa5
20
Facility 20
KS AVG 100
Rank #26 / 147
4.0
Facility 4.0
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #77 / 147
Garden Villas of Lenexa
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Lenexa
78
Facility 78
KS AVG 72
Rank #58 / 174
Yes
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 48
Rank #34 / 304
Suite
79.5%
Facility 79.5%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #77 / 155
A+Mark SuttonDelmar Gardens Of Lenexa Inc18
58
Facility 58
KS AVG 100
Rank #72 / 147
3.2
Facility 3.2
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #60 / 147

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every KS community we track that reports that metric, not just the 213 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Avenue 81

8055 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66204
Overview of Avenue 81

Avenue 81 is a premier senior living community in Kansas City that offers residential independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The condominium-style housing boasts a vibrant community with a friendly environment that allows seniors to nurture and grow as individuals, regardless of their age. The senior living community has a personalized care program that caters to the specific needs of unique individuals– designed to ensure that seniors are able to live the Sagora experience, where the lifestyle is unmatched. Avenue 81 is proudly a luxurious senior living community that successfully receives the trust of seniors and their families knowing that they are in good hands and will be well taken care of.

Residents are able to enhance their quality of life through the community’s range of services and amenities that include culinary dining experience, full-service salon, scheduled activities, and ADLs.

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Overview of Parkwood Village

Parkwood Village is an extraordinary senior living community residing in the cozy town of Rochester, Pratt, KS, that offers assisted living and memory care. Keep worries at bay and rest in elegant and spacious residences with variations of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and deluxe suites. The community values the differences of each resident and provides them with the best possible care and assistance that matches their unique needs and aspirations.

Learn new skills and shape your interests with a wide array of enjoyable activities and engaging programs hosted for seniors’ leisure and wellness. Get to know other residents and explore stunning places through planned outings. The community provides residents with an unforgettable dining experience, serving healthy and delicious meals that satisfy their cravings and dietary needs. Enveloped by a welcoming environment and tranquil landscapes, Parkwood Village is a good place to live your golden years fabulously.

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Overview of Lakeview Village

One hundred fifty-eight beds, 150 of them filled: Lakeview Village in Lenexa, Kansas, runs at 95 percent. A family with a move-in date in mind should ask specifically about the care level they need, since a large campus can be full in one wing and open in another. Scale does buy something, though. More residents means more staff and a fuller calendar than a small building sustains.

Independent living means having your own private home, with the convenience of community services built in. Meals and day‑to‑day logistics are handled by the building, so family members don’t have to make regular trips across town just to keep things running smoothly.

Assisted living adds a layer of personal support: help with dressing, bathing, and managing medications, while nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nurses on duty around the clock. Residents can move between these levels of care as their needs change, without losing the social connections they’ve already built.

Rehabilitation services are also part of the picture, offering structured recovery after illness, injury, or surgery, so residents can focus on healing with professional support close at hand. A spouse at home can be entirely willing and still unable to manage a transfer from bed to chair, which is the practical reason those weeks happen here.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds all work. Medicare covers skilled care in the weeks after a hospital stay, Medicaid takes over when savings will not reach, and families pay the balance directly.

The Aquatics Center, Wellness Center, and Fitness Center give residents a pool and places to exercise, while Home Health brings care into a resident’s own space. Gatherings happen at the Community Center, meals at the Bistro Café, and the Art Gallery hangs work worth looking at. Pets are allowed. At a walk score of 61, the area is moderately walkable, so a handful of errands work on foot and the rest do not. City Of Lenexa operates Lakeview Village, with Richard Alan Turley Jr. as administrator.

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Overview of Oxford Vista Wichita

Oxford Vista Wichita is a well-regarded retirement community in Wichita, KS, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Promoting a nurturing and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, as 24-hour support, well-balanced meals, and household services are provided. The community also strives to meet residents’ ever-changing needs and preferences through personalized care plans.

Live entertainment, fitness programs, and arts and crafts provide residents with more opportunities to make friends and have fun. Residents can also play with their pets and rest comfortably, with state-of-the-art amenities, including the dog park, courtyards, and fitness center. Shops, restaurants, leisure sites, and public transportation are also located nearby,n providing convenient access to necessities and recreation. As the trusted choice for senior living in Kansas, this retirement community ensures older adults can thrive in their later years.

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Overview of Delaware Highlands Assisted Living

Delaware Highlands Assisted Living provides assisted living in Kansas City, KS. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while living in an apartment. The community has 133 beds, and Suzanne Sexton serves as its administrator.

One bedroom apartments give residents a separate bedroom and living area within the same home. Each apartment has a kitchenette for keeping and preparing food, and pets are allowed. Housing costs are tied to a resident’s income through an income based pricing structure.

Residents have scheduled opportunities to take part in community life through daily activities and events. Transportation and community outings are available, while the on site beauty salon provides access to salon services within the community. Chapel services, weekly Catholic Communion, Bible Study, and Church Services support residents who want to continue participating in Christian religious practices. Delaware Highlands Assisted Living may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily task support and wants a one bedroom apartment with access to activities, outings, or faith services.

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Overview of Brookdale Salina Kirwin

A cozy and inviting senior living community located in East Kirwin Avenue, Salina, KS, Brookdale Salina Kirwin offers assisted living. Promising comfort and elegance, the community provides a selection of suites that are meticulously decorated for familiarity. Live life to the fullest and maximize independence with a dedicated and highly skilled team handling all your needs.

Brookdale Salina Kirwin commits to enhancing the seniors’ quality of life by hosting activities to keep its residents happy and active. With the community’s convenient location at the core of Salina, residents gain easy access to historical, and scenic spots, and convenience with other necessary establishments. Bond over delightful and healthy meals served from breakfast to dinner. Sit idly and talk freely with friends in the fireside living room, and enjoy other pet-friendly amenities including a therapy room, a piano, a beauty and barbershop, a whirlpool, a courtyard, and a garden.

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Vintage Park at Stanley

14430 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66223
Overview of Vintage Park at Stanley

Vintage Park at Stanley upholds a vision of exceptional senior living, guided by care and compassion for residents from Louisburg to Shawnee. The community fosters a welcoming environment, celebrating the seasons of aging with purpose, curiosity, creativity, and fun. Vintage Park’s mission is to provide a maintenance-free assisted living lifestyle where residents feel valued and supported.

Residents of Vintage Park at Stanley enjoy a range of amenities and facilities designed to enhance their quality of life through assisted living and short-term respite stays. From spacious floor plans like the Heritage Suite and Stanley Suite to engaging activities, residents have access to comfort and opportunity. Nestled in a convenient location in the heart of Overland Park, Kansas, the community stands as a beacon of top-notch assisted living. 

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Overview of Mission Chateau Senior Living Community

Luxury assisted living for elderly individuals in need of some support with the day to day in the Prairie Village area of Kansas City, awaits at Mission Chateau Senior Living Community. Espousing the belief that the gold standard for a fulfilling retirement experience involves a quality environment and compassionate service, this assisted living community offers elegant living options alongside ‘round the clock assistance from a team of dedicated professionals.

Activities of daily living, housekeeping, personal care, and medical management needs based on each resident’s uniqueness, are handled with kindness and efficiency by the Mission Chateau staff, while a plethora of exciting amenities are available. Retirees can savor nutritious yet tasty dining options, engage in fitness and wellness programs, while immersing themselves in the fellowship of newfound friends among fellow residents, for a holistic golden years experience.

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Overview of Lakeview Village

Lakeview Village is a well-regarded life plan community in Lenexa, KS, that offers independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Featuring a variety of retirement homes in a neighborhood-style setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. Exceptional services, including housekeeping, 24/7 security, and scheduled transportation, are also provided to help residents live comfortably in their later years. The community also ensures residents have quick access to quality care, ensuring they can age in place.

Outings to cultural events, hobby clubs, and fitness programs provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and make friends. An art studio, a lakefront patio, and a woodworking shop are among the many amenities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. With its scenic location in the tree-lined neighborhood of Lenexa, residents have a quiet and stress-free retirement. As a trusted option for senior living in Kansas, this life plan community has exceptional standards of care.

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Overview of Garden Villas of Lenexa

Operated by Delmar Gardens of Lenexa Inc, Garden Villas of Lenexa is a senior living community in Lenexa, Kansas. Mark Sutton serves as the administrator. The Johnson County community is close to central Lenexa and less than a mile from Overland Park Regional Medical Center. It offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing services in one location.

The community has been serving residents for 27 years and offers 78 beds in a three-story building. Housing is available in suite-style layouts. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 80%. Nursing staff provides an average of 4.38 hours of care per resident daily. This gives families a sense of the hands-on nursing support available across the community’s different levels of care.

Residents have access to an on-site therapy team and chef-prepared meals. Transportation services help residents get to appointments and run errands outside the community. Social, educational, cultural, and recreational programs give residents several ways to stay active and engaged. Pets are welcome here.

The area has a Walk Score of 75, which is considered very walkable. Many everyday errands can be completed on foot, which can benefit residents who enjoy getting outside and family members visiting from nearby.

State inspections are conducted by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Records show periods with no findings as well as periods when issues were identified. Reviews have mainly focused on documentation, emergency planning, and staff training. The community has addressed issues found during earlier inspections over time.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Kansas

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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 213 assisted living facilities in Kansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Kansas?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Kansas, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Kansas?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.