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Best Assisted Living in Kansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 218 assisted living communities in Kansas using Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in KS
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218 homes
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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: 46/ 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: 69The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kansas. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.

Sunrise of Overland Park
AL
MC
RC
Overland Park
82
Facility 82
KS AVG 69
Rank #56 / 224
Yes
52
Facility 52
KS AVG 46
Rank #155 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Daniel ChikColonial Village16
0
Facility 0
KS AVG 100
Rank #1 / 191
0.0
Facility 0.0
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #1 / 191
Avenue 81
AL
IL
MC
Overland Park (Colonial Village)
55
Facility 55
KS AVG 69
Rank #121 / 224
No
88
Facility 88
KS AVG 46
Rank #4 / 363
Private Rooms
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #97 / 198
A+Nicholas WysongAvenue 819
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #21 / 191
1.1
Facility 1.1
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #28 / 191
Lexington Park Assisted Living
AL
IL
NH
Topeka (West Southwest 2)
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 69
Rank #94 / 224
No
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 46
Rank #99 / 363
Assisted Living (60)
83.9%
Facility 83.9%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #89 / 198
A+Ben Rigdon-16
0
Facility 0
KS AVG 100
Rank #1 / 191
0.0
Facility 0.0
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #1 / 191
Homestead of Crestview
AL
MC
Wichita (North 127Th Street East)
48
Facility 48
KS AVG 69
Rank #145 / 224
No
11
Facility 11
KS AVG 46
Rank #336 / 363
Assisted Living (48)-A+Tessa Simpson-27
0
Facility 0
KS AVG 100
Rank #1 / 191
0.0
Facility 0.0
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #1 / 191
Sedgwick Plaza
AL
IL
RC
Wichita (Chisholm Creek)
59
Facility 59
KS AVG 69
Rank #113 / 224
Yes
63
Facility 63
KS AVG 46
Rank #84 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Samantha SimmonsSedgwick Plaza4
0
Facility 0
KS AVG 100
Rank #1 / 191
0.0
Facility 0.0
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #1 / 191
Homestead of Ottawa
AL
Ottawa (South Elm Street)
47
Facility 47
KS AVG 69
Rank #148 / 224
No
29
Facility 29
KS AVG 46
Rank #264 / 363
Suite
78.7%
Facility 78.7%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #114 / 198
-Todd MooreHomestead Of Ottawa Operations, LLC14
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #21 / 191
0.7
Facility 0.7
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #18 / 191
Delaware Highlands Assisted Living
AL
Kansas City (Prairie / Piper-Kc-Ks)
133
Facility 133
KS AVG 69
Rank #13 / 224
Yes
3
Facility 3
KS AVG 46
Rank #349 / 363
1 Bed
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #54 / 198
A+Suzanne SextonDelaware Highlands Assisted Living23
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 100
Rank #83 / 191
2.2
Facility 2.2
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #58 / 191
Vintage Park at Stanley
AL
Overland Park (Fieldstone Court)
50
Facility 50
KS AVG 69
Rank #137 / 224
No
65
Facility 65
KS AVG 46
Rank #75 / 363
Studio
66.0%
Facility 66.0%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #155 / 198
-Lynda SawyerHomestead Of Stanley Operations, LLC15
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #21 / 191
0.7
Facility 0.7
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #18 / 191
Oak Creek Senior Living
AL
RC
Topeka (Central Topeka 2)
41
Facility 41
KS AVG 69
Rank #191 / 224
No
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 46
Rank #282 / 363
Private Rooms
70.7%
Facility 70.7%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #140 / 198
-Winona K. Kegin-16
29
Facility 29
KS AVG 100
Rank #60 / 191
1.8
Facility 1.8
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #51 / 191
Homestead of Osawatomie
AL
NH
Osawatomie
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 69
Rank #193 / 224
No
13
Facility 13
KS AVG 46
Rank #333 / 363
Studio
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #126 / 198
-Sheila LickteigHomestead Of Osawatomie Operations, LLC12
8
Facility 8
KS AVG 100
Rank #20 / 191
0.7
Facility 0.7
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #18 / 191
Cedar Lake Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
Olathe (Cedar Lake Village)
72
Facility 72
KS AVG 69
Rank #77 / 224
Yes
11
Facility 11
KS AVG 46
Rank #336 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #139 / 198
A+Robert Million-19
53
Facility 53
KS AVG 100
Rank #85 / 191
2.8
Facility 2.8
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #67 / 191
Brookdale Rosehill
AL
NH
Shawnee
92
Facility 92
KS AVG 69
Rank #45 / 224
Yes
54
Facility 54
KS AVG 46
Rank #138 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed
81.5%
Facility 81.5%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #182 / 198
A+--5
36
Facility 36
KS AVG 100
Rank #66 / 191
7.2
Facility 7.2
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #181 / 191
Garden Villas of Lenexa
AL
IL
MC
NH
Lenexa
78
Facility 78
KS AVG 69
Rank #65 / 224
Yes
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 46
Rank #39 / 363
Suite
79.5%
Facility 79.5%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #110 / 198
A+Mark Sutton-15
58
Facility 58
KS AVG 100
Rank #89 / 191
3.9
Facility 3.9
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #94 / 191
Antioch Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Overland Park (Rose Estates)
120
Facility 120
KS AVG 69
Rank #24 / 224
No
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 46
Rank #161 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #164 / 198
-Bryan RobyAntioch Opco LLC19
32
Facility 32
KS AVG 100
Rank #64 / 191
1.7
Facility 1.7
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #49 / 191
Brookdale Salina Kirwin
AL
Salina
43
Facility 43
KS AVG 69
Rank #184 / 224
Yes
62
Facility 62
KS AVG 46
Rank #87 / 363
Suite
58.1%
Facility 58.1%
KS AVG 77.4%
Rank #175 / 198
A+Latorya Ann Loud-BoswellBrookdale Salina Kirwin18
22
Facility 22
KS AVG 100
Rank #41 / 191
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 3.1
Rank #32 / 191
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Overview of Brookdale Derby

Nestled in the upscale community of Derby, Kansas, Brookdale Derby is a remarkable assisted living community designed to provide residents with comfort, beauty, and privacy. Located in Derby, this senior living community offers personalized service plans to ensure each resident receives quality support tailored to their needs. With staff available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, residents can have peace of mind knowing assistance is always on hand in an emergency.

Beyond security and care, Brookdale Derby offers a vibrant lifestyle filled with numerous amenities and activities. Residents can engage in various events and programs, from Flex Your Brain exercises and walking clubs to meditation and relaxation sessions. The community boasts cozy common rooms, fostering new friendships and shared interests among residents, making each day joyful and meaningful.

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Overview of Ridgeview Village II

Ridgeview Village II is a blissful haven located in the tree-lined streets of Olathe, KS, offering independent living. 107 purposely built and sophisticated one-bedroom floor plans are provided, ensuring residents’ comfort and convenience. With income-based rents, those 62+ with lower incomes can downsize without hassles.

Thriving local shops and leisure sites surround the area, ensuring residents can spend their days as they please. Residents also enjoy various dining options with delightful restaurants nearby. The community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of Pegasus Landing of Overland Park

Situated in the heart of Kansas, Pegasus Landing of Overland Park offers an unparalleled blend of assisted living apartments and memory care services within a warm and inviting classic environment. This exceptional community presents a wealth of amenities, from wall-to-wall carpeting to individually controlled heating and air conditioning, providing residents with comfort and convenience at every turn. Small pets are warmly embraced, contributing to the home-like atmosphere that defines this vibrant and professional community dedicated to delivering top-notch care.

Residents have access to a library, a welcoming patio, a pub, a beauty salon, and a barbershop, as well as a living room with a cozy fireplace that serves as a gathering hub. This active community also prioritizes health and wellness, offering on-site rehabilitation, medication management, and regular wellness assessments. With its prime location near grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping centers on Foster Street, Pegasus Landing of Overland Park stands as a true haven where seniors can relish a life well-lived.

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Overview of Park West Plaza Senior Living Residence

Nestled in the vibrant city of Wichita, Kansas, Park West Plaza provides a comprehensive range of retirement care options, including independent, assisted, and memory care living. The community boasts a spacious and well-designed campus, featuring cozy living spaces, furnished patios, and picturesque walking paths. Recognized as one of the best places to live in Kansas, Wichita offers a wealth of cultural attractions, including museums and botanical gardens. This community takes care of housekeeping, home maintenance, community events, and gourmet dining. 

With a variety of spacious and inviting apartments to choose from, residents can find their perfect home at Park West Plaza. Assisted living apartments feature private baths, walk-in showers, and convenient kitchenettes, while independent living apartments offer full kitchens, private verandas, and even a garage option. Each resident receives a personalized care plan to ensure their individual needs and preferences are met. The community’s care staff is available to assist with activities of daily living and provide personalized support. For residents requiring cognitive support, a professional memory care unit is also available on-site. 

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Overview of Silver Linings Senior Living

Experience a worry-free lifestyle at Silver Livings Senior Living, an idyllic retreat set in the harmonious neighborhood of Goddard, KS, offering assisted living, memory care, and adult day care. A dedicated and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock. Owned and operated by experienced healthcare professionals, the community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs to ensure their safety during their stay.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy home-cooked meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its comprehensive care and extensive amenities.

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Heritage Avonlea of Olathe

625 N Lincoln St, Olathe, KS 66061
Overview of Heritage Avonlea of Olathe

Heritage Avonlea of Olathe is an assisted living and adult day care community located at 625 N Lincoln Street in Olathe, Kansas. Situated in Johnson County, the facility provides 24-hour staffing and oversight for seniors who require assistance with daily tasks but do not need continuous hospital-level nursing care.

As a licensed assisted living provider rather than a Medicare-certified nursing home, Heritage Avonlea operates under the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services regulatory framework and does not carry a CMS star rating. Licensure and inspections are overseen by the state; based on current focused filings, the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. The leadership team, including a community administrator and a director of nursing, develops individualized care plans that focus on personal wellness while aiming to preserve resident independence.

The campus manages a coordinated care model including traditional assisted living, short-term respite stays, and a specialized adult day care program. Residents receive 24/7 assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, supported by an emergency response system in every apartment. The adult day care track provides structured daytime support for seniors in the broader Olathe area, offering access to the community’s social and medical amenities without residential placement. Additionally, the community coordinates on-site clinical services, including medication management and physical, occupational, and speech therapies.

Residents live in private, carpeted apartments featuring full bathrooms and senior-friendly layouts. The all-inclusive service model covers three daily meals and snacks tailored to special dietary needs, as well as weekly housekeeping and laundry. Campus amenities include an indoor sunroom, communal dining areas, and a full schedule of social and enrichment programs led by an activity director. The community is pet-friendly and located approximately 2.6 miles from the Olathe Medical Center, facilitating convenient access to local clinical specialists and emergency services.

Those seeking a resident-centered community with on-site therapy and flexible daytime care options may find this environment appropriate. Individuals evaluating the facility should contact the administration directly to discuss current pricing, which typically starts at approximately $4,590 per month, and schedule a tour to assess the adult day care facilities and private apartments firsthand.

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Overview of Heartful Homes Senior Care

Heartful Homes Senior Care is a reliable senior living community located in the vibrant city of Wichita, KS, offering assisted living and memory care services. Residents can fully relax in their private, spacious apartments with a dedicated and experienced team of professionals available to provide compassionate 24-hour care. Boasting an outstanding staff-to-resident ratio and care team consisting of well-trained nurses with 20+ years of experience, the community guarantees residents are provided with nothing but the finest care.

Committed to creating a nurturing environment where residents can thrive holistically, the community conducts a wide array of daily activities, entertainment, and social outings for residents based on their interests and skills. Plenty of comfortable communal living spaces are available, providing plenty of opportunities for connecting with fellow residents and making new friends. Residents also enjoy the nourishment they get from delicious home-cooked meals and desserts. With compassionate care, extensive services, and vibrant activities, residents are able to live a secure and fulfilling retirement life.

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The Cedars

1021 Cedars Dr, Mcpherson, KS 67460-2735
Overview of The Cedars

The Cedars is a cozy retirement community in McPherson, Kansas, serving individuals from all walks of life. It offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Healthcare Living, Memory Care, and Rehabilitation services. The Cedars provides a range of activities and amenities for residents to enjoy.

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Grace Cottage, LLC

531 N Crestline St, Wichita, KS 67212
Overview of Grace Cottage, LLC

Grace Cottage LLC is an exceptional community in Wichita, KS, offering assisted living, respite care, memory care, and end-of-life care. Residents receive top-notch personalized care from a kind and well-trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and meet dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced home-cooked meals served three times daily. Medication management is also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its high quality care and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Azria Health Wichita

Azria Health Wichita is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in the city. The nursing home is proud to be one of the only few communities in the city that delivered exceptional individualized care for its unique residents. They aim to change the meaning of recovery for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Azria strives to have all its residents experience the comprehensive and exemplary care offered. 
Expect nothing but quality when it comes to their service: an advanced level of recovery found in long-term and post-acute rehabilitative services. They also proudly offer specialized care programs such as neurological and stroke services, orthopedic care, prosthetic training, pulmonary rehabilitation, post-cardiac care, and wound care– all created to have the right provision of multidisciplinary healthcare services such as therapy, enriching activities, and discharge planning.

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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 218 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.