Page 2 of 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
Lexington Park Independent Living
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Topeka
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 72
Rank #78 / 174
No
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 48
Rank #87 / 304
Assisted Living (60)
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #18 / 155
Ben RigdonLexington Park LLC21
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 100
Rank #36 / 147
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #18 / 147
Homestead of Baldwin City
AL
Baldwin City
47
Facility 47
KS AVG 72
Rank #119 / 174
Yes
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 48
Rank #193 / 304
Studio
76.6%
Facility 76.6%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #87 / 155
Molly KingCpf Landlord LLC11
2
Facility 2
KS AVG 100
Rank #3 / 147
0.2
Facility 0.2
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #3 / 147
Antioch Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Overland Park (Rose Estates)
120
Facility 120
KS AVG 72
Rank #22 / 174
No
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 48
Rank #145 / 304
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #124 / 155
Bryan RobyTi-Rose Estates LLC17
32
Facility 32
KS AVG 100
Rank #53 / 147
1.9
Facility 1.9
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #34 / 147
Homestead Estates
AL
IL
MC
Wichita (Minneha)
90
Facility 90
KS AVG 72
Rank #42 / 174
Yes
53
Facility 53
KS AVG 48
Rank #128 / 304
Assisted Living (90)
68.9%
Facility 68.9%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #111 / 155
Kimberlie StewartHomestead Estates Wichita LLC16
36
Facility 36
KS AVG 100
Rank #55 / 147
2.3
Facility 2.3
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #40 / 147
Homestead of Holton
AL
Holton
51
Facility 51
KS AVG 72
Rank #107 / 174
Yes
32
Facility 32
KS AVG 48
Rank #221 / 304
Studio
82.4%
Facility 82.4%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #60 / 155
Jeremy WatkinsCpf Landlord LLC16
19
Facility 19
KS AVG 100
Rank #23 / 147
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #18 / 147
Homestead of Ottawa
AL
Ottawa
47
Facility 47
KS AVG 72
Rank #119 / 174
Yes
29
Facility 29
KS AVG 48
Rank #233 / 304
Suite
78.7%
Facility 78.7%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #81 / 155
Todd MooreCpf Landlord LLC11
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #9 / 147
0.9
Facility 0.9
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #11 / 147
Brookdale Salina Fairdale
AL
Salina
55
Facility 55
KS AVG 72
Rank #97 / 174
Yes
38
Facility 38
KS AVG 48
Rank #200 / 304
Suite / 1 Bed
38.2%
Facility 38.2%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #147 / 155
Steven James StonesNationwide Health Properties LLC11
6
Facility 6
KS AVG 100
Rank #5 / 147
0.5
Facility 0.5
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #5 / 147
River Bend
AL
ADC
HOS
RC
Great Bend
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 72
Rank #151 / 174
Yes
59
Facility 59
KS AVG 48
Rank #92 / 304
Studio
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #72 / 155
Courtney KlimaGreat Bend Homestead Assisted Living LLC11
4
Facility 4
KS AVG 100
Rank #4 / 147
0.4
Facility 0.4
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #4 / 147
Homestead of Gardner
AL
Gardner
46
Facility 46
KS AVG 72
Rank #121 / 174
No
22
Facility 22
KS AVG 48
Rank #263 / 304
Studio
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #48 / 155
Jodi BergkampCpf Landlord LLC14
19
Facility 19
KS AVG 100
Rank #23 / 147
1.4
Facility 1.4
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #25 / 147
Shawnee Hills
AL
IL
Shawnee
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 72
Rank #78 / 174
Yes
39
Facility 39
KS AVG 48
Rank #198 / 304
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #92 / 155
Shannon Lee VestalS-K Shawnee, LLC3
11
Facility 11
KS AVG 100
Rank #12 / 147
3.7
Facility 3.7
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #72 / 147

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Overview of Lexington Park Independent Living

Lexington Park Independent Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Topeka, KS. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. The range of care options may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could change over time or whose family needs temporary support.

The community has 60 beds. Its starting price is $3,000, although the confirmed facts do not assign that figure to a specific care level. Ben Rigdon serves as the administrator.

A gym supports exercise on the property, while the restaurant and movie theater give residents places to dine and watch films. The area has a Walk Score of 60, meaning it is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still handle certain nearby errands independently.

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Homestead of Baldwin City

321 Crimson Ave, Baldwin City, KS 66006
Overview of Homestead of Baldwin City

Homestead of Baldwin City in Kansas is committed to providing high-quality senior living through care and compassion in every interaction. They proudly serve the Baldwin City community and surrounding areas, offering a maintenance-free Assisted Living lifestyle with personalized assistance and daily housekeeping. With multiple apartment styles and a robust activities calendar, Homestead of Baldwin City fosters a safe and welcoming environment where residents feel valued and engaged.

Residents of Homestead of Baldwin City enjoy a vibrant living program that celebrates the seasons and milestones of aging. From restaurant-style dining to health and wellness programs, the community offers a diverse range of amenities and assisted living services tailored to meet individual needs. Recognized for excellence in senior care, Homestead of Baldwin City provides a supportive environment where residents can thrive and create meaningful moments every day.

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Overview of Antioch Valley Senior Living

Enjoy a blissful retirement at Antioch Valley Senior Living, a distinguished community in Overland Park, KS, offering assisted living. A compassionate and highly trained team provides top-notch care to meet residents’ personal needs. The community also ensures residents have a worry-free lifestyle, helping with housekeeping and other chores.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a well-thought-out calendar of exciting events and engaging programs. Delicious and healthy dining options are also served to satisfy residents ‘ dietary needs and preferences. With its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities, residents make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Homestead Estates

Homestead Estates is a senior living community in Oklahoma housing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Homestead prides themselves in giving off a warm and welcoming environment. They excel in providing the right level of service with their professional care that finds solutions to any need an individual may have. As a proud member of the Midwest Health Family of Communities, Estates provides a reasonable price for families seeking to find a home that is affordable yet gives an excellent quality of service. Homestead is trusted to be one of the senior living homes in Wichita that provides quality living that is driven to enhance the lifestyle of seniors during their retirement period.

Life at Homestead is designed to meet the needs of residents from all living options; designed to stay active, receive help with daily activities, and receive mental stimulation for those suffering with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Their amenities encompasses the needs of all seniors as a way to provide convenience and access around the building: movie theater, fitness center, billiards room, and library; with essential services that help with a hassle-free daily living: housekeeping, recreational activities, engaging social activities, and delicious meals provided in their dining area.

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Homestead of Holton

410 Juniper Dr, Holton, KS 66436
Overview of Homestead of Holton

Homestead of Holton is dedicated to providing exceptional senior living experiences. It offers a maintenance-free Assisted Living lifestyle enriched by compassionate care. Serving Jackson County and beyond, its mission is to create a safe and welcoming environment where residents can thrive. With a vibrant living program centered around purpose, curiosity, creativity, and fun, Homestead of Holton celebrates the unique stories of its residents while supporting their individual needs.

Homestead of Holton’s amenities include various apartment styles like the Plaza Suite and Vintage Suite, providing comfort and convenience. Recognized for excellence in assisted living, Homestead of Holton ensures residents receive personalized care in a supportive community. With nearby attractions like Banner Creek Lake Campground and convenient access to healthcare facilities, Homestead of Holton offers a fulfilling lifestyle for seniors.

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Homestead of Ottawa

2250 S Elm St, Ottawa, KS 66067
Overview of Homestead of Ottawa

Homestead of Ottawa is a beacon of exceptional senior living in Kansas. Serving Ottawa and surrounding areas, Homestead of Ottawa is a safe and welcoming community where residents thrive. With a commitment to purpose, curiosity, creativity, and fun, the Vibrant Living Program, comprising assisted living and respite care, ensures residents enjoy enriching experiences tailored to their preferences. Residents of Homestead of Ottawa enjoy a range of amenities designed to enhance their quality of life.

From spacious floor plans like the Plaza Suite and Vintage Suite to engaging activities, residents can access comfort and opportunity in the heart of Kansas. Homestead of Ottawa exemplifies the area’s best assisted living and senior care experience. 

 

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Overview of Brookdale Salina Fairdale

Offering personalized assisted living options for seniors, Brookdale Salina Fairdale is an inviting senior living community designed to provide seniors with a well-supported senior living experience with comprehensive care services. This includes assistance with activities of daily living, housekeeping, meal preparation, medication management, and transportation. Residents have five different floor plans to choose from, all the way up to a spacious 696-square-foot suite, ensuring a cozy and inviting space they can call their own.

Residents find comfort in knowing their wellness is supported by collaborative care partnerships between their family, Brookdale’s care associates, and other healthcare providers, complemented by a team available 24/7 for emergencies. Moreover, the community offers a jam-packed calendar of diverse activities and amenities designed for residents’ comfort, wellness, and enjoyment. At Brookdale, residents enjoy access to a beauty & barber shop, a whirlpool, a fireside living room, a porch, and aesthetically landscaped grounds.

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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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Homestead of Gardner

869 Juniper Terrace, Gardner, KS 66030
Overview of Homestead of Gardner

Nestled just outside of Overland Park, Kansas, Homestead of Gardner provides a maintenance-free Assisted Living lifestyle. It serves Baldwin City, Lawrence, Wellsville, Eudora, and Overbrook residents. The community fosters a safe and welcoming country living environment with a robust activities calendar and multiple apartment styles. Through its Vibrant Living Program, Homestead of Gardner celebrates aging milestones with purpose, curiosity, creativity, and fun, ensuring residents lead fulfilling lives.

Residents of Homestead of Gardner enjoy spacious studio apartments and personalized assisted living care, which are recognized for excellence by the U.S. News & World Report and Resident Satisfaction Five-Star Awards. With a welcoming atmosphere and engaging activities, Homestead of Gardner creates a sense of belonging where residents thrive and create lasting memories.

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Overview of Shawnee Hills

Have a blissful retirement at Shawnee Hills, a blissful haven set in the beautiful neighborhood of Shawnee, KS, offering independent living and assisted living. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ living experiences, providing exceptional and well-thought-out accommodations. Residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with a compassionate team, helping with chores and maintenance.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delightful restaurants in the area provide residents with various dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with a library, a bistro, a beauty salon, a sky lounge, a theater, a wellness center, a community room, and serene walking paths, creating the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their golden years.

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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.