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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 65 hospice communities in KS using KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank hospice in KS
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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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
Medicalodges Wichita
HOS
ADC
AL
HC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wichita
55No 75 81.8% Rhody BrownMl-Re Wichita LLC10393.9
Medicalodges Independence
HOS
ADC
AL
HC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Independence
45No 79 95.6% Danielle BrumbelowCity Of Independence171066.2
Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC
HOS
AL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Hays
96No 76 87.5% John VanhookKfar Hatzir LLC623375.4
Medicalodges Arkansas City
HOS
ADC
AL
HC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Arkansas City
45No 74 88.9% My'oshia KnoxMl-Re Arkansas City LLC532665.0
Medicalodges Great Bend
HOS
ADC
AL
HC
NH
RC
SNF
Great Bend
51No 81 84.3% Fred HermesMl-Re Great Bend, LLC643876.0
Medicalodges Fort Scott
HOS
ADC
AL
HC
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Fort Scott
45No 66 75.6% Eligia Jackie RaioMedicalodges Inc351925.5
Medicalodges Columbus
HOS
ADC
AL
HC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Columbus
45No 45 77.8% Amy HigginsMl-Re Columbus LLC20914.6
Eskridge Operator LLC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Eskridge
60No 25 100.0% Kathrine "Kc" LocherMich 16 Eskridge LLC14755.4
Ml-Op Goddard, LLC
HOS
ADC
AL
HC
NH
RC
SNF
Goddard
60No 53 25.0% Jean M. AltenorMl-Re Goddard, LLC391584.1
Medicalodges Leavenworth
HOS
ADC
AL
HC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Leavenworth
45No 48 82.2% Richard MarcotteMedicalodges Inc473898.3
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Medicalodges Wichita

2280 S Minneapolis Ave, Wichita, KS 67211-5398
Overview of Medicalodges Wichita

Medicalodges Wichita provides nursing home, adult day care, assisted living, home care, hospice care, nursing care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Wichita, Kansas. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Adult day care offers daytime support without requiring a full time residential stay, while home care brings assistance to a person’s residence. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for people with serious or life limiting illness. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 55 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 42 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time available for each resident, and rehabilitation services are available to support recovery or maintain function. Medicalodges Wichita accepts Medicare and private pay: Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means a family funds care directly; a Walk Score of 75 means most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Rhody Brown serves as the administrator, and Ml-Re Wichita operates the community.

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Medicalodges Independence

1000 Mulberry P.o. Box 627, Independence, KS 67301
Overview of Medicalodges Independence

Medicalodges Independence in Independence, Kansas, supplies a broad spectrum of residential and community-based services, including nursing home support, assisted living, hospice, palliative care, and short-term respite stays. Outpatient options extend to adult day programs and home care services. Assisted living plans assist residents with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while short-term stays afford primary family caregivers time off.

City of Independence operates the 45-bed facility under administrator Danielle Brumbelow. Records show a 96% occupancy rate alongside an average of 4 hours and 9 minutes of direct nursing time assigned to each resident daily. Property highlights include on-site rehabilitation therapy, flexible menu selections for special diets, local transportation coordination, salon grooming services, and religious programming.

A 79 walk score indicates that most routine errands near the community can be accomplished on foot. Financial arrangements accept Medicare and direct private pay.

Prospective representatives reviewing full-time care or daytime support programs can contact Medicalodges Independence to inquire about current capacity, discuss funding options, or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Via Christi Village Hays Ks

Via Christi Village Hays Ks provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Hays, Kansas. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support medical and long term care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, and respite care offers a short term stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 96 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 8 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the documented amount of daily nurse time assigned to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available, so residents can receive therapy as part of their care at the community.

Private and shared rooms are available, giving residents the choice of having a private space or sharing with someone else. A restaurant style dining room provides a designated setting for meals, while a security system is available for residents with cognitive deficits. John Vanhook serves as administrator, and Kfar Hatzir operates the community.

A Walk Score of 76 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be completed on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, shops, pharmacies, or cafes may be reachable by walking, supporting independent outings. The range of care types may make Via Christi Village Hays Ks a good fit for a resident whose care needs change over time.

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Medicalodges Arkansas City

203 E. Osage Avenue, Arkansas City, KS 67005-1255
Overview of Medicalodges Arkansas City

Medicalodges Arkansas City delivers clinical care and senior living options in Arkansas City, Kansas. Available levels of service encompass assisted living, nursing care, skilled nursing, adult day care, home care, palliative care, hospice, and respite stays. On-site physical rehabilitation supports therapy goals, while assisted living residents receive help with dressing, bathing, and medication management. Additional amenities include scheduled handicap-accessible medical transportation, an internal barbershop and salon, customized meal preparation for dietary needs, and interdenominational religious services.

Ml-Re Arkansas City operates this 45-bed community alongside administrator My’oshia Knox. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 38 minutes per resident. Setting options cater to short-term recovery as well as long-term care needs, supported by payment options through Medicare and private funds. Situated in a location with a 74 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood allows for convenient pedestrian access to nearby errands.

Interested families interested in available openings can contact Medicalodges Arkansas City to learn about admission procedures, schedule a tour, or ask about specific clinical care programs.

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Overview of Medicalodges Great Bend

Medicalodges Great Bend in Great Bend, Kansas, delivers assisted living, nursing home services, skilled care, adult day care, home care, hospice, and respite stays. Assisted living assists residents with everyday routines in individual living spaces, while short-term rehabilitation services aid those recovering from illness or injury. Off-site medical visits are supported by handicap-accessible transportation, and specialized dietary meals, an on-site barber shop or salon, and interdenominational religious services are available to residents.

Operating under administrator Fred Hermes and operator Ml-Re Great Bend, this 51-bed community holds an area walk score of 81, indicating nearby neighborhoods where standard errands can be run on foot. Daily nurse staffing across the facility averages 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident. Accepted payment arrangements include Medicare for qualifying post-hospital rehabilitation and direct private payment.

Prospective representatives can contact Medicalodges Great Bend to request details on day programs, review room availability, or schedule a tour of the campus.

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Medicalodges Fort Scott

915 South Horton, P. O. Box 510, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Overview of Medicalodges Fort Scott

Medicalodges Fort Scott offers skilled nursing, nursing home care, assisted living, residential care, adult day care, home care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Fort Scott, Kansas. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock. Assisted living and residential care help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication.

Adult day care provides support during the day, while home care brings services to a person’s home. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering, so the mix of respite care and nursing services may suit a family whose needs range from temporary caregiver relief to around the clock nursing support.

With 45 beds, Medicalodges Fort Scott is a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 42 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

A Walk Score of 66 out of 100 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some outings independently. Rehabilitation services are available for residents working toward greater function after illness or injury.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay means paying directly for care. Medicalodges operates the community, and Eligia Jackie Raio serves as administrator.

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Medicalodges Columbus

101 Lee Avenue, Po Box 351, Columbus, KS 66725
Overview of Medicalodges Columbus

Medicalodges Columbus provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, adult day care, home care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Columbus, KS. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care around the clock. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.

Adult day care offers care during the day without requiring a residential stay, while home care brings support to a person’s own home. Hospice and palliative care address comfort and symptom management for people with serious or end of life illnesses. Respite care provides a short term stay for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

The home has 45 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents may get to know each other. Its Residential Care program provides residential support, and rehabilitation services support recovery or the maintenance of function. The community is administered by Amy Higgins and operated by Ml-Re Columbus. A Walk Score of 45 / 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands. Medicalodges Columbus may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community.

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Overview of Eskridge Operator

Eskridge Operator offers nursing home, nursing care, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Eskridge, KS. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for people with serious or end of life illness.

Respite care may be a good fit for a family that needs a short stay while the primary caregiver travels or recovers. The home has 60 beds, with an occupancy of 100%, meaning every bed is occupied in the stated occupancy figure. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 10 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can matter when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Kathrine “Kc” Locher serves as administrator, and Mich 16 Eskridge operates the community.

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Overview of Ml-Op Goddard

Administered by Jean M. Altenor, ML-Op-Goddard offers nursing home, nursing care, skilled nursing, assisted living, adult day care, home care, hospice care, and respite care in Goddard, KS. With licensed nurses on-site, residents with ongoing clinical oversight have access to nursing services. Rehabilitation services also provide recovery support to improve mobility. Additionally, respite services welcome older adults whose primary caregivers need time away, allowing them to stay temporarily.

The community has 60 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours 35 minutes per resident per day. Occupancy is at 25% with an average length of stay of 84 days. Medicare and private pay are also accepted, suggesting that Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly.

A barbershop and salon provide grooming services on-site, and handicap accessible transportation is available for many scheduled appointments, reducing the need to arrange a separate accessible ride. Dining includes menu selections and special diet preparations, while church members provide weekly Bible studies and church services. Additionally, Walk Score is 53, and the area is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot. This also suggests that a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some nearby errands independently, while other trips may require a car or ride.

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Overview of Medicalodges Leavenworth

Medicalodges Leavenworth offers skilled nursing, nursing home care, assisted living, adult day care, home care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Leavenworth, KS. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Adult day care offers daytime support, home care brings assistance to a person’s residence, hospice care focuses on end of life care, and palliative care focuses on comfort during serious illness. The range of care types may make Medicalodges Leavenworth a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time, since care can continue through the same provider as needs become more complex.

With 45 beds, the community is a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Rehabilitation services are available, giving residents access to rehabilitation as part of their care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the combined nursing time provided for each resident over a day.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for services. Richard Marcotte serves as the administrator, and Medicalodges operates the community. A Walk Score of 48 places the area in a car dependent band, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives may need transportation for routine outings.

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Hospice in Kansas at a glance

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