Best Independent Living in Kansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 144 independent living communities in KS using KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living 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. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Lakeview Village
IL
AL
CCRC
NH
SNF
Lenexa
184
Facility 184
KS AVG 79
Rank #2 / 73
Yes
54
Facility 54
KS AVG 48
Rank #60 / 144
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #45 / 64
A+Richard Alan Turley Jr.City Of Lenexa5
20
Facility 20
KS AVG 100
Rank #8 / 58
4.0
Facility 4.0
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #28 / 58
Lakeview Village
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Terr Lenexa
158
Facility 158
KS AVG 79
Rank #3 / 73
Yes
61
Facility 61
KS AVG 48
Rank #39 / 144
-
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #5 / 64
A+Richard Alan Turley Jr.City Of Lenexa8
24
Facility 24
KS AVG 100
Rank #12 / 58
3.0
Facility 3.0
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #17 / 58
Garden Villas of Lenexa
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Lenexa
78
Facility 78
KS AVG 79
Rank #33 / 73
Yes
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 48
Rank #18 / 144
Suite
79.5%
Facility 79.5%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #33 / 64
A+Mark SuttonDelmar Gardens Of Lenexa Inc18
58
Facility 58
KS AVG 100
Rank #26 / 58
3.2
Facility 3.2
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #20 / 58
Cedar Lake Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Olathe (Cedar Lake Village)
72
Facility 72
KS AVG 79
Rank #36 / 73
Yes
11
Facility 11
KS AVG 48
Rank #139 / 144
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #43 / 64
A+Robert MillionCedar Lake Village Inc23
53
Facility 53
KS AVG 100
Rank #25 / 58
2.3
Facility 2.3
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #10 / 58
Mission Chateau Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Prairie Village
88
Facility 88
KS AVG 79
Rank #24 / 73
Yes
64
Facility 64
KS AVG 48
Rank #31 / 144
Assisted Living (48), Residential (40)
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #26 / 64
-A Miles NeaseMission Chateau Property, LLC7
6
Facility 6
KS AVG 100
Rank #2 / 58
0.9
Facility 0.9
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #3 / 58
Lexington Park Independent Living
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Topeka
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 79
Rank #41 / 73
No
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 48
Rank #43 / 144
Assisted Living (60)
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #9 / 64
-Ben RigdonLexington Park LLC21
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 100
Rank #14 / 58
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #5 / 58
Prairie Homestead Senior Living
IL
AL
Wichita (Southwest Wichita)
36
Facility 36
KS AVG 79
Rank #69 / 73
No
34
Facility 34
KS AVG 48
Rank #102 / 144
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #34 / 64
A+Brenda JandaCity Of Wichita14
13
Facility 13
KS AVG 100
Rank #5 / 58
0.9
Facility 0.9
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #3 / 58
Avenue 81
IL
AL
MC
Overland Park (Colonial Village)
55
Facility 55
KS AVG 79
Rank #48 / 73
No
88
Facility 88
KS AVG 48
Rank #3 / 144
Private Rooms
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #26 / 64
A+Nicholas WysongAvenue 81 Investors LLC13
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 100
Rank #3 / 58
0.8
Facility 0.8
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #2 / 58
Homestead Estates
IL
AL
MC
Wichita (Minneha)
90
Facility 90
KS AVG 79
Rank #22 / 73
Yes
53
Facility 53
KS AVG 48
Rank #63 / 144
Assisted Living (90)
68.9%
Facility 68.9%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #46 / 64
-Kimberlie StewartHomestead Estates Wichita LLC16
36
Facility 36
KS AVG 100
Rank #21 / 58
2.3
Facility 2.3
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #10 / 58
Oxford Vista Wichita
IL
AL
MC
Wichita (Delano)
90
Facility 90
KS AVG 79
Rank #22 / 73
Yes
81
Facility 81
KS AVG 48
Rank #7 / 144
1 Bed / 2 Bed
75.6%
Facility 75.6%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #36 / 64
-Iris TurnerOxford Vista Real Estate Holdings LLC7
24
Facility 24
KS AVG 100
Rank #12 / 58
3.4
Facility 3.4
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #21 / 58

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other KS independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 144 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Avenue 81

8055 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66204
Overview of Avenue 81

Avenue 81 is a premier senior living community in Kansas City that offers residential independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The condominium-style housing boasts a vibrant community with a friendly environment that allows seniors to nurture and grow as individuals, regardless of their age. The senior living community has a personalized care program that caters to the specific needs of unique individuals– designed to ensure that seniors are able to live the Sagora experience, where the lifestyle is unmatched. Avenue 81 is proudly a luxurious senior living community that successfully receives the trust of seniors and their families knowing that they are in good hands and will be well taken care of.

Residents are able to enhance their quality of life through the community’s range of services and amenities that include culinary dining experience, full-service salon, scheduled activities, and ADLs.

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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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Overview of Garden Villas of Lenexa

Operated by Delmar Gardens of Lenexa Inc, Garden Villas of Lenexa is a senior living community in Lenexa, Kansas. Mark Sutton serves as the administrator. The Johnson County community is close to central Lenexa and less than a mile from Overland Park Regional Medical Center. It offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing services in one location.

The community has been serving residents for 27 years and offers 78 beds in a three-story building. Housing is available in suite-style layouts. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 80%. Nursing staff provides an average of 4.38 hours of care per resident daily. This gives families a sense of the hands-on nursing support available across the community’s different levels of care.

Residents have access to an on-site therapy team and chef-prepared meals. Transportation services help residents get to appointments and run errands outside the community. Social, educational, cultural, and recreational programs give residents several ways to stay active and engaged. Pets are welcome here.

The area has a Walk Score of 75, which is considered very walkable. Many everyday errands can be completed on foot, which can benefit residents who enjoy getting outside and family members visiting from nearby.

State inspections are conducted by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Records show periods with no findings as well as periods when issues were identified. Reviews have mainly focused on documentation, emergency planning, and staff training. The community has addressed issues found during earlier inspections over time.

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Overview of Lakeview Village

One hundred fifty-eight beds, 150 of them filled: Lakeview Village in Lenexa, Kansas, runs at 95 percent. A family with a move-in date in mind should ask specifically about the care level they need, since a large campus can be full in one wing and open in another. Scale does buy something, though. More residents means more staff and a fuller calendar than a small building sustains.

Independent living means having your own private home, with the convenience of community services built in. Meals and day‑to‑day logistics are handled by the building, so family members don’t have to make regular trips across town just to keep things running smoothly.

Assisted living adds a layer of personal support: help with dressing, bathing, and managing medications, while nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nurses on duty around the clock. Residents can move between these levels of care as their needs change, without losing the social connections they’ve already built.

Rehabilitation services are also part of the picture, offering structured recovery after illness, injury, or surgery, so residents can focus on healing with professional support close at hand. A spouse at home can be entirely willing and still unable to manage a transfer from bed to chair, which is the practical reason those weeks happen here.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds all work. Medicare covers skilled care in the weeks after a hospital stay, Medicaid takes over when savings will not reach, and families pay the balance directly.

The Aquatics Center, Wellness Center, and Fitness Center give residents a pool and places to exercise, while Home Health brings care into a resident’s own space. Gatherings happen at the Community Center, meals at the Bistro Café, and the Art Gallery hangs work worth looking at. Pets are allowed. At a walk score of 61, the area is moderately walkable, so a handful of errands work on foot and the rest do not. City Of Lenexa operates Lakeview Village, with Richard Alan Turley Jr. as administrator.

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Overview of Mission Chateau Senior Living Community

Luxury assisted living for elderly individuals in need of some support with the day to day in the Prairie Village area of Kansas City, awaits at Mission Chateau Senior Living Community. Espousing the belief that the gold standard for a fulfilling retirement experience involves a quality environment and compassionate service, this assisted living community offers elegant living options alongside ‘round the clock assistance from a team of dedicated professionals.

Activities of daily living, housekeeping, personal care, and medical management needs based on each resident’s uniqueness, are handled with kindness and efficiency by the Mission Chateau staff, while a plethora of exciting amenities are available. Retirees can savor nutritious yet tasty dining options, engage in fitness and wellness programs, while immersing themselves in the fellowship of newfound friends among fellow residents, for a holistic golden years experience.

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Overview of Lakeview Village

Lakeview Village is a well-regarded life plan community in Lenexa, KS, that offers independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Featuring a variety of retirement homes in a neighborhood-style setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. Exceptional services, including housekeeping, 24/7 security, and scheduled transportation, are also provided to help residents live comfortably in their later years. The community also ensures residents have quick access to quality care, ensuring they can age in place.

Outings to cultural events, hobby clubs, and fitness programs provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and make friends. An art studio, a lakefront patio, and a woodworking shop are among the many amenities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. With its scenic location in the tree-lined neighborhood of Lenexa, residents have a quiet and stress-free retirement. As a trusted option for senior living in Kansas, this life plan community has exceptional standards of care.

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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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Overview of Oxford Vista Wichita

Oxford Vista Wichita is a well-regarded retirement community in Wichita, KS, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Promoting a nurturing and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, as 24-hour support, well-balanced meals, and household services are provided. The community also strives to meet residents’ ever-changing needs and preferences through personalized care plans.

Live entertainment, fitness programs, and arts and crafts provide residents with more opportunities to make friends and have fun. Residents can also play with their pets and rest comfortably, with state-of-the-art amenities, including the dog park, courtyards, and fitness center. Shops, restaurants, leisure sites, and public transportation are also located nearby,n providing convenient access to necessities and recreation. As the trusted choice for senior living in Kansas, this retirement community ensures older adults can thrive in their later years.

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Overview of Cedar Lake Village

Cedar Lake Village sits on S Lone Elm Rd in Olathe. The building has been open for 24 years. It’s a mid-rise property with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. Residents here can get several kinds of care in one place: assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing.

The building holds 72 beds. Right now 51 of them are filled, so occupancy sits at 71%. Getting around the neighborhood on foot isn’t really an option. The Walk Score here is 11, which means most trips call for a car.

Inside, residents have plenty to do. There’s an exercise gym, an indoor heated pool, and a chapel. A movie theater and a library give people different ways to spend downtime. Walking trails loop past a scenic pond, and there are puzzle stations for residents who want something quieter. An ice cream parlor adds a fun extra touch. Beyond the building itself, staff keep a full activity calendar running, and residents can turn to rehab services or respite care whenever they need them.

Joanna Randall serves as Executive Director. Kansas regulators check in on nursing homes like this one regularly. Their reviews tend to focus on a few core areas: how medications are managed, how ready the facility is for emergencies, how food service is handled, and how well resident rights are protected.

Families who tour Cedar Lake Village will find a mid-rise community that covers nearly every level of senior care under one roof, backed by a long list of amenities and a director whose name residents and families can put to a face.

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Overview of Prairie Homestead Senior Living

With seniors’ well-being in mind, Prairie Homestead Senior Living rests on 26 acres of serene grounds in West May Street, Wichita, KS, which offers assisted living and independent living. Spend your days in the beautifully designed and cozy residences of Prairie Homestead Senior Living, built to optimize comfort and security. With a reliable and specially trained team providing top-tier care and assistance, seniors enjoy every moment of their best years.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and exciting programs accompanies seniors as they make their days more meaningful. Have the finest dining experience with delightful and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Prairie Homestead Senior Living is ideal for seniors looking to live the best of their independence while receiving the benefits of living in a trusted community.

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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 Independent Living in Kansas

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 144 independent living communities in Kansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.

Independent Living in Kansas at a glance

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: 79The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kansas. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90