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Overview of Chapters Living of Overland Park

Situated in the quiet neighborhood of Overland Park, KS, the Chapters Living of Overland Park is a dedicated senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services tailored to the primary needs of its residents. A variety of accommodations with several floor plans are made to provide a wide and comforting place. The community offers customized care plans as well as a memory care program that is devised to treat Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease through evidence-based techniques.

Explore the kind of life in this beautiful community as it offers excellent amenities such as dining with delightful meals, customized social activities, inclusive neighborhoods, health and wellness programs, and even salon services. True to its goal to let its residents live life to the fullest, seniors are assured with an extraordinary living.

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Overview of Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown

Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown sits in Wichita, Kansas, and it doesn’t stick to one level of care. Independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing all share the same campus. That’s worth noting, because a resident can move between levels of care without packing up and starting over somewhere new.

Ascension Living runs the place. It’s a national operator with real experience managing campuses built this way.

The medical support here is steady.;nNursing coverage runs 24 hours a day, and physical rehab and therapy are available on-site for anyone recovering from an illness, injury, or surgery. Since three care types share one campus, staff can adjust support as a resident’s needs change, instead of requiring a move to a different building.

The campus itself includes a chapel, a fitness center, a library, a spa, a cafe, and shared lounges built for gathering. There’s also a volunteer program, which gives residents a way to stay connected beyond their own unit. Activities lean educational, physical, and spiritual, not just games and bingo, so the calendar comes across as intentional rather than filler.

Getting around the neighborhood on foot is only sometimes realistic. The Walk Score sits at 47 out of 100, which counts as somewhat walkable. A handful of nearby services are reachable without a car, but most errands still call for one, or for the facility’s shuttle.

What comes through here is a faith-affiliated campus built around continuity. Families don’t have to guess whether this place can grow with a resident’s needs, because the structure is already set up to do exactly that.

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Overview of Meadowlark Adult Care Home

Meadowlark Adult Care Home is an assisted living community serving Wichita, Kansas, at 438 South Socora Drive. It provides assisted living, hospice care, and residential care in a single-story setting about 5.7 miles from the city center. With a Walk Score of 48, the neighborhood offers some services within walking distance, but most errands and transportation needs require a vehicle.

The facility is built around a full-time care team operating 24/7. Residents can access hospice and palliative care services, plus therapy services and primary care physician visits arranged on-site or nearby. The home also handles housekeeping and laundry services to help residents focus on daily living without managing such tasks. Emphasized here is a home-like environment where occupants can live comfortably with their needed support and dignity. The care team is “compassionate and dedicated,” working to match the community’s commitment to quality care and life quality.

Scheduling an in-person tour by families considering Meadowlark Adult Care Home is a good step to meet the staff, see the facility, and know specific services and options.

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Overview of The Piper Assisted Living & Memory Care

The Piper Assisted Living & Memory Care provides assisted living and memory care in Kansas City, KS, with assisted living support for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own apartments, and memory care in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since they can move between care levels without leaving the community or starting over socially.

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Overview of The Rushwood Senior Living

Nestled in the beautiful neighborhood of Wichita, KS, The Rushwood Senior Living is an esteemed community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can select from well-appointed and comfortable accommodations with several floor plans based on their preferences. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia receive passionate and personalized care and support through an expert and empathetic team.

Offering top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: restaurant-style dining, maintenance and housekeeping, concierge services, and transportation assistance. Explore its beautifully appointed spaces such as the pool, wellness center, and lounges. Attend various social activities and community events to boost engagement. At The Rushwood Senior Living, seniors are assured of a glorious retirement.

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Overview of Tranquil Haven

Tranquil Haven offers assisted living and memory care in Lawrence, Kansas. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to keep a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Care can change over time without requiring a move to another community. The starting price is $140,725, although that figure is not tied to either care level. Units with one bedroom give a resident separate sleeping and living areas. A swimming pool and gym offer places for exercise or recreation, while the Saturday morning farmer’s market provides a recurring activity.

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Overview of Avita Senior Living at Rolling Hills

Avita Assisted Living and Memory Care at Rolling Hills offers a bright and cheerful start to your day, where you can bask in the warmth of the sun and savor a delicious cup of coffee. This facility has been providing quality care since 2012, and its development throughout the years has been really smooth and beneficial. Located in the heart of West Wichita, this team has a team of highly trained RNs, LPNs, and nurses who work tirelessly to improve the quality of life of their residents. Their goal is to transform lives and make them better than ever before. Residents are not just another number on a chart for them. 
As they strive to create a sense of community and belonging where everyone is welcome and included, the facility makes sure to maintain top-notch quality in their spacious apartments, dining options, and a range of community amenities to make residents feel at home. They organize social engagements and activities to make every day fun and enjoyable as well. When it comes to setting the standard for quality care and going above and beyond to meet the needs of seniors, this home is definitely off the charts.

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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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Serenity Care Homes

9823 Nall Ave, Overland Park, KS 66207
Overview of Serenity Care Homes

Experience a worry-free retirement at Serenity Care Homes, an astounding community in Overland Park, KS, offering assisted living and memory care. Here, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs with a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and have fun with fun recreational activities and stimulating programs. Those with memory-related needs can also keep their peace of mind with dedicated safety measures and cognitive exercises. Health monitoring and medication management are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is a great option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its exceptional services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Gentiva Hospice – Topeka

Gentiva Hospice – Topeka is a Kansas-based hospice provider specializing in end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and support services for their families. The facility operates as part of Gentiva, a national organization offering hospice, palliative medicine, and personal home care.

The facility’s care model emphasizes personalized attention through maintained nurse-to-patient ratios and available on-call nursing support alongside scheduled routine visits. The organization highlights its role as an industry participant in hospice and palliative care, with staff trained to address both clinical needs and family counseling regarding end-of-life decisions and care pathways. The service philosophy includes pain management, symptom relief, and emotional support across the hospice stay.

Topeka’s geography scores 45 on walkability assessments; low enough to require automotive transportation for most errands, though scattered nearby services may be reachable on foot. The facility ranks 199 among 363 Kansas hospice and home health providers on the walk score index.

The facility does not hold Medicare or Medicaid certification through CMS, meaning it operates as a private-pay or insurance-based provider outside federal certification pathways. Families and potential patients need to call and ask for information regarding operational details.

Gentiva Hospice – Topeka serves families in the Topeka area navigating terminal illness and requiring professional hospice support, leveraging the infrastructure and protocols of a national hospice network while operating at the local service level.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

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

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Kansas at a glance

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: 47/ 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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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 211 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.