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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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Jun 2026
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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 Recover-Care Richmond LLC

Recover-Care Richmond LLC is a 60-bed skilled nursing and memory care facility at 340 East South Street in Richmond, Kansas. It’s operated by Richmond SNF Realty LLC in Franklin County. Accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents and an average stay duration of 177 days.

CMS grades the facility 1 star, 63.9 percent below Kansas’ average, with all four sub-ratings below state mean. Nurse hours reach 3h 15m per resident per day, 31 percent below Kansas’ average and ranked 131st of 141 Kansas skilled nursing facilities. Across 5 inspections since 2021, the facility totaled 39 citations, all moderate in severity, with no critical or serious findings, averaging 11.1 deficiencies annually, 56 percent above Kansas’ average. No fines or payment denials issued in the past three years, and the latest inspection found the facility in full compliance. At 80 percent occupancy, aligned with Kansas’s 79.5 percent average, the facility has some availability.

An active resident council exists.

Recover-Care Richmond caters to skilled nursing and memory care residents in rural Franklin County.

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Overview of Homestead Estates Assisted Living of Leawood

Located in the beautiful neighborhood of Leawood, Kansas, Homestead Estates Assisted Living of Leawood is a serene senior living community that offers luxurious assisted living services. Offering more than 40 years of experience in senior care, the community guarantees nothing but the finest quality of care to its residents. With stunning and cozy accommodations and compassionate assistance from a dependable care team, residents live their golden years in comfort.

Daily social & educational activities are available as well to give residents vibrant opportunities for recreation, leisure, and enrichment. Chef-prepared meals are served three times a day to keep residents full and happy. At Homestead Estates Assisted Living of Leawood, residents enjoy all the conveniences and comfort they need to enjoy their lives fully.

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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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Overview of Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation

Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation, located in the thriving city of Kansas City, is renowned for its unparalleled commitment to delivering exceptional care and elevating residents’ well-being to new heights. With a team of highly skilled and devoted professionals at the helm, Riverbend is dedicated to ensuring the utmost level of service and personalized attention for each individual in their care.
By offering an extensive array of in-house therapy and skilled nursing services, Riverbend empowers residents to embark on a journey of recovery and renewed vitality. Their state-of-the-art facilities serve as the backdrop for cutting-edge therapeutic interventions, while their innovative approaches are meticulously tailored to address the unique needs of every resident. The community itself has been thoughtfully designed to cultivate engagement and optimize the delivery of skilled nursing care. The in-house therapy program, staffed by a dedicated team of experienced professionals, provides comprehensive rehabilitation services without relying on external contractors or agencies. This approach guarantees seamless continuity of care and a holistic therapeutic experience.

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Overview of Pleasant Hills of Hutchinson

Pleasant Hills of Hutchinson located in Hutchinson, KS, is an elderly care nursing facility that offers five star rated nursing care in a home like environment. Their all inclusive individualized care provides residents a combination of luxury senior living, and personalized support and assisted healthcare from assistance with daily living activities, to 24/7 supervised nursing care.
Additionally, they provide residents with meals and snacks, 24/7 medical support, on-site security, as well as internet access. Furthermore, they provide residents with everyday conveniences such as local transportation, housekeeping and laundry services, and assistance with taxes.

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Overview of Santa Marta

Santa Marta’s health services encompass a comprehensive spectrum of care options, including assisted living, memory care services, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. Within a welcoming and home-like environment, the place provides families and residents with a trustworthy haven where their well-being is of paramount importance. With Medicare certification for skilled nursing and a commitment to transparency, Santa Marta follows a high staff-to-resident ratio, ensuring that residents’ needs are well attended to. Their enduring presence in Olathe, Kansas, spanning over 13 years, underscores their unwavering dedication to excellence.
The home’s commitment to top-quality medical care is evident through their vigilant team of physicians, nurses, and therapists who stand ready to provide round-the-clock assistance. Caregivers are on hand 24/7, creating an environment of security and tranquility for residents. Embracing maintenance-free living with enhanced safety measures in place, Santa Marta goes beyond traditional assisted living guidelines to create a truly supportive community. Residents also enjoy an array of amenities, from a heated pool and invigorating yoga classes to exquisite restaurant-style dining and spiritual services, all designed to elevate and enrich their lives.

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Overview of The Piper Assisted Living & Memory Care

Situated in the thriving city of Kansas City, The Piper Assisted Living & Memory Care embraces an unwavering commitment to redefining the essence of home. Within these esteemed walls, residents are immersed in an environment that encapsulates the embodiment of freedom, autonomy, and utmost security. The competitive professionals at The Piper attend to diverse needs, from ostomy care and catheter care to oxygen therapy and insulin administration.
At its core lies an exceptional cadre of professionals, comprising physician-directed nursing staff, whose unwavering dedication ensures that loved ones receive superlative care meticulously tailored to their individual needs. Within each distinctive household, an expertly staffed team provides a comprehensive support system, equipped to address complex medical requirements with utmost proficiency. Embracing a compassionate approach, the community also warmly accommodates hospice care, offers comprehensive home health services, and diligently monitors specialized dietary needs, ensuring a holistic approach to resident care.

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Overview of Premier Living by Warden

Burrowed in a serene and peaceful area in Wichita, KS, Premier Living by Warden is an inviting senior living community, offering multiple levels of care, from independent living and assisted living all the way through end of life care. Here, residents are provided with round the clock care and a high caregiver to resident ratio, guaranteeing focused and attentive support that makes residents feel well-cared for and comfortable. A dedicated care team and licensed nurse are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure residents are getting the care they need to live in comfort.

The community handles most of the mundane tasks so residents can freely focus on their well-being and enjoy their golden years to the fullest. Three home-cooked meals are provided daily to give residents the nourishment they need to stay healthy and energized throughout the day. Residents are also provided with plenty of opportunities for enrichment, connection, and learning through a wide variety of activities designed to help them live fully and vibrantly.

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The Cottages Senior Care Living

2002 Labrador Blvd, Garden City, KS 67846
Overview of The Cottages Senior Care Living

Experience the highest quality of care at The Cottages at Garden City, a dedicated community in Garden City, KS, offering assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and nursing care. Residents ease their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team providing top-tier care tailored to their needs around the clock. Beautifully designed and cozy accommodations are also available in a nurturing and inviting environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Medication management, ambulation, and transfers, alongside physical, occupational, and speech therapies, are provided to improve residents’ living experiences. The community is ideal for those looking to make every moment of their golden years count, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Meadowlark Adult Care Home

Tucked away in the neighborhood of Wichita, KS, Meadowlark Adult Care Home is a reliable senior living community, offering various care services, including hospice care, palliative care, and more. The community features an excellent care team available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to ensure residents receive the care and support they need to continue living in comfort and convenience. In addition to primary care physician visits and therapy services, the community also offers services for handling mundane tasks, such as housekeeping and laundry services for residents’ convenience.

At Meadowlark Adult Care Home, residents enjoy a living environment designed to foster a genuine home-like atmosphere where they can thrive and fully enjoy their lives. The community continuously strives to deliver a superior level of support with the help of a compassionate and dedicated team that continues to emulate the community’s aspirations and vision.

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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.