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| Lexington Park Assisted Living | IL AL NH SNF | 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) | - | A+ | Ben Rigdon | - | 16 | - | - |
| Larksfield Place Independent Living | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Wichita | 80
Facility
80
KS AVG
69
Rank
#59 / 224 | No |
32
Facility
32
KS AVG
46
Rank
#252 / 363 | - | 100.0% | A+ | - | - | - | - | - |
| Ascension Living Via Christi Village McLean | IL AL MC NH SNF | Wichita (Indian Hills) | 95
Facility
95
KS AVG
69
Rank
#43 / 224 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
KS AVG
46
Rank
#186 / 363 | Studio / 1 Bed | 33.7% | - | Valan E Polley | Ascension Living Via Christi Village Mclean | 23 | 15
Facility
15
KS AVG
100
Rank
#20 / 157 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
KS AVG
4.0
Rank
#7 / 157 |
| Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community | IL HC NH SNF | Manhattan (Meadowlark Road) | 134
Facility
134
KS AVG
69
Rank
#12 / 224 | No |
28
Facility
28
KS AVG
46
Rank
#269 / 363 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 87.3% | - | - | - | 5 | 29
Facility
29
KS AVG
100
Rank
#50 / 157 | 5.8
Facility
5.8
KS AVG
4.0
Rank
#138 / 157 |
| Tallgrass Creek Senior Living Community | IL NH | Overland Park (Metcalf Avenue) | 116
Facility
116
KS AVG
69
Rank
#29 / 224 | No |
75
Facility
75
KS AVG
46
Rank
#39 / 363 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | Sonya Martin | - | 14 | - | - |
| Regent Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare | IL AL HC MC NH RC SNF | Wichita (Bradford Place) | 84
Facility
84
KS AVG
69
Rank
#54 / 224 | No |
28
Facility
28
KS AVG
46
Rank
#269 / 363 | Private Rooms | 84.6% | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Aventura Senior Living at Overland Park | IL | Overland Park (Park Meadow) | 72
Facility
72
KS AVG
69
Rank
#77 / 224 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
KS AVG
46
Rank
#260 / 363 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | Kristin Dankof | - | 4 | - | - |
| Pleasant View Home | IL NH MC | Inman | 122
Facility
122
KS AVG
69
Rank
#21 / 224 | Yes |
26
Facility
26
KS AVG
46
Rank
#279 / 363 | Private Rooms | - | - | Michelle Neufeld | - | 7 | - | - |
| Sedgwick Plaza | IL AL 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 Simmons | Sedgwick Plaza | 4 | -
Facility
-
KS AVG
100
Rank
#1 / 157 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
KS AVG
4.0
Rank
#1 / 157 |
| Claridge Court | IL NH SNF | Prairie Village (Prairie Hills) | 45
Facility
45
KS AVG
69
Rank
#152 / 224 | No |
64
Facility
64
KS AVG
46
Rank
#77 / 363 | - | 84.4% | A+ | Emily Filla | - | 32 | 120
Facility
120
KS AVG
100
Rank
#103 / 157 | 3.8
Facility
3.8
KS AVG
4.0
Rank
#78 / 157 |
| Avenue 81 | IL AL 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% | A+ | Nicholas Wysong | Avenue 81 | 9 | 10
Facility
10
KS AVG
100
Rank
#10 / 157 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
KS AVG
4.0
Rank
#17 / 157 |
| Ascension Living Via Christi Village Ridge | IL ADC AL MC NH SNF | Wichita | 80
Facility
80
KS AVG
69
Rank
#59 / 224 | No |
25
Facility
25
KS AVG
46
Rank
#282 / 363 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 88.6% | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Cumbernauld Village Inc | IL AL NH RESC | Winfield | 42
Facility
42
KS AVG
69
Rank
#188 / 224 | No |
78
Facility
78
KS AVG
46
Rank
#25 / 363 | - | 73.8% | - | Sarah Griggs | - | 47 | 161
Facility
161
KS AVG
100
Rank
#119 / 157 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
KS AVG
4.0
Rank
#72 / 157 |
| Cedar Lake Village | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | 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% | A+ | Robert Million | - | 19 | 53
Facility
53
KS AVG
100
Rank
#70 / 157 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
KS AVG
4.0
Rank
#55 / 157 |
| Garden Villas of Lenexa | IL AL MC NH SNF | Lenexa | 78
Facility
78
KS AVG
69
Rank
#65 / 224 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
KS AVG
46
Rank
#39 / 363 | Suite | 79.5% | A+ | Mark Sutton | - | 15 | 58
Facility
58
KS AVG
100
Rank
#72 / 157 | 3.9
Facility
3.9
KS AVG
4.0
Rank
#79 / 157 |
A grandiose senior living community located at the peaceful Two Newton Place, Washington Street, Suite 230, Newton, MA, The Reserve at Mission provides independent living, respite care, and short-term stays. The community features a wide range of floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Promoting meaningful connections not only within the community but with the neighborhood, The Reserve at Mission provides its residents with easy access to local amenities.
The Reserve at Mission features Ageility services that ensure the wellness of its residents by providing them with physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and fitness training. Here, residents enjoy nutritious and delicious meals tailored to their doctor-recommended diets every day. At the heart of enjoyable conversations, dining unites the community. The Reserve at Mission includes a beauty salon and barbershop, a library, a cocktail lounge, and a card room
Reflection Ridge
Wichita’s Independent Retirement Community
Welcome to Worry-Free Senior Living in Wichita!
Reflection Ridge is on the 7th hole of our namesake golf course, surrounded by lush greenery and scenic walking
paths. With its vibrant restaurant, shopping, and entertainment scene, as well as plentiful cultural attractions,
Wichita is the ideal city for Reflection Ridge Retirement Community.
Schedule a tour and join us for lunch to discover your new home in Wichita, where luxury senior living meets the
best in retirement living.
2300 N. Tyler Road
Wichita, KS 67205
Reflection Ridge Retirement Community
Discover the joy and ease of all-inclusive retirement living. Picture yourself in a luxurious, safe, and
vibrant community with a fantastic location for fun local outings. With three chef-prepared meals
offered daily, and weekly housekeeping and maintenance included, you’ll have more time for family,
friends, and the other important things in life. This vision comes to life at Reflection Ridge Retirement Community
Designed for comfort, our apartment homes come in a variety of floor plans. Each living space features
window coverings, a climate-controlled thermostat, and ample closet space. The apartment kitchens are
also equipped with full-sized appliances. You are free to decorate your unit around your unique tastes.
Pets are also warmly welcome for no additional fee.
Our Signature Freedom Dining program is the focal point of the resort lifestyle and often the most
praised feature of our community. Our executive chef prepares three quality meals daily with an
evolving menu, fresh ingredients, and diet-conscious recipes. Can’t make it to dinner? No worries. With
our meal delivery service, we’ll prepare you a plate and bring it to your door. You can also visit the
“chef’s pantry” for snacks any time – day or night.
The most important part of our community is the shared spaces that allow you to meet other residents,
celebrate fun and memorable moments, and relax. Our common areas include a 150-seat theater,
library, billiards room, arcade, conversation areas, a lounge with bar, superb fitness and exercise room,
spa area, and business center. Our Lifestyle Director plans monthly community events around these
spaces, allowing you to practice new skills, see new things, meet new people, and much more.
While our community focuses on making your retirement fun and fulfilling, our greatest priority is your
safety. Our managers are your neighbors and live on-site to ensure you are happily enjoying your best
retirement life. With our 24/7 Emergency Alert System, round-the clock concierge, and live-in managers
there’s never a moment when you are unable to reach somebody for help!
Our gorgeous community is full of amenities and services, allowing you to enjoy all the conveniences of
all-inclusive living without the hassle of upkeep. Our ample list of amenities and robust social calendar
offers you choice and flexibility in how you choose to spend your time.
Additionally, if you’re ever craving a change of scenery and don’t want to leave behind the comforts we
offer, no worries! With our travel program, you can explore the country while staying at any of our other
Resort Lifestyle Communities locations for no additional cost.
Relax in the theater while watching a movie or get active in a group fitness class; spend teatime with the
gals or watch a game with the guys; cuddle up with a good book or go join a happy hour for fun times
with the neighbors! However you wish to spend your time, we are here to support the retirement of
your dreams.
Retire well. Retire here. Call today to schedule a private tour!
Live the best of your golden years at Mansions at Canyon Creek Apartments, an idyllic retreat in Lenexa, KS, offering independent living. Residents can rest assured of finding the accommodation that best matches their preferences with beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans. With plenty of apartment features, residents are guaranteed a hassle-free lifestyle.
Residents can spend their days as they please with many gathering spaces and wellness opportunities. Delightful restaurants and shops also provide a variety of dining options for residents to enjoy mealtimes. The community is equipped with a dry sauna, a saltwater pool, a fitness center, a tanning room, a clubhouse, a pond with a fountain, and serene walking trails.
Peacefully nestled in the idyllic neighborhood of Manhattan, KS, Birchwood Villas is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. With purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can keep their peace of mind. The community also provides plenty of convenient apartment features, so residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.
Residents will not run out of things to do with gathering spaces and wellness opportunities. Dining options are also available with plenty of restaurants and shops in the area. The community is equipped with a clubhouse, a game room, a fitness center, a business center, and a picnic area, creating the ideal setting for the finest retirement experience.
Make every moment of your retirement count at Connect55+ Shawnee, an idyllic retreat in Shawnee, KS, offering independent living. The community has a variety of specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to the comfort of those 55+. Here, residents enjoy a hassle-free living with on-site maintenance, management, and convenient laundry spaces.
With plenty of leisure sites and unique local amenities, residents will not run out of things to do for recreation and wellness. Plenty of dining options are also available, ensuring residents have the finest dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those looking to downsize in their golden years, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.
Ridgeview Village II is a blissful haven located in the tree-lined streets of Olathe, KS, offering independent living. 107 purposely built and sophisticated one-bedroom floor plans are provided, ensuring residents’ comfort and convenience. With income-based rents, those 62+ with lower incomes can downsize without hassles.
Thriving local shops and leisure sites surround the area, ensuring residents can spend their days as they please. Residents also enjoy various dining options with delightful restaurants nearby. The community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.
Spend a blissful retirement at Shorey Villa, a purposely built 62+ community in Topeka, KS, offering independent living. The community is committed to improving residents’ living experiences, providing beautifully designed and cozy accommodations. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free living as maintenance and chores are taken care of.
With plenty of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Plenty of dining options are also available with delightful restaurants in the area. Small pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is a great option for those looking to downsize in their golden years, especially with its income-based rents and top-notch amenities.
Peacefully nestled in the idyllic neighborhood of Olathe, KS, Connect55+ Olathe is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community features beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to improving the quality of life of those 55+. Residents enjoy a hassle-free living with maintenance services and easy access to local shops.
A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With a fully furnished kitchen, residents can prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a billiards room, a chapel, a craft room, a game room, an education room, and a serenity room, perfect for residents’ relaxation and wellness.
Arbor Court Retirement Community at Topeka sits in the McAlister Parkway neighborhood, and it’s independent living, plain and simple. Residents live on their own in their own apartments. No built-in personal care here, just private space with amenities, dining, and social life available if you want them.
There are three sizes to pick from: studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom. Pricing scales with the space too. Studios start at $1,900 a month, one-bedrooms at $2,400, and two-bedrooms at $2,800. That’s a clean, tiered structure, so you know roughly what you’re signing up for before you ever tour the place.
Walkability sits at a Walk Score of 53, moderately walkable. Translation: you could probably walk to grab a coffee or run a quick errand, but you’re not ditching the car entirely. Most trips are still going to involve driving.
Security runs around the clock here, which is worth noting even in a setting where nobody’s providing hands-on care. Transportation services are available too, so getting to an appointment doesn’t necessarily mean getting behind the wheel yourself. And there are on-site healthcare options, a small but meaningful detail for residents who want some access to medical support without leaving home, even while living fully independently.
Nothing flashy about Arbor Court; it’s private apartment living with clear pricing, a security net, and a few practical extras layered in around the independence. For someone who wants their own space without giving up every safety net, that combination does a lot of the work.
Martin Creek Place sits in the Ellenwand neighborhood of Topeka, and it’s independent living in the fullest sense of the term. Residents have their own one or two bedroom apartments and manage their own day-to-day lives. No personal care assistance built into the model here, just private living with some shared amenities layered on top.
Heritage Management Corporation runs the property, which is tucked into a wooded setting close to churches, groceries, and a shopping mall. The Walk Score comes in at 32, landing in “somewhat walkable” territory. That means a resident could probably walk to a couple of nearby spots, but a car is still doing most of the work for errands.
Here’s the part that actually distinguishes independent living from just renting an apartment: Martin Creek Place takes care of the yard work and snow removal. Anyone who’s dealt with a Kansas winter knows what that’s worth. Each unit comes with its own fully equipped kitchen and individually controlled heating and air, so residents aren’t sacrificing autonomy just because someone else is handling the lawn.
Small pets are welcome, which matters more than it sounds like when someone’s deciding whether a move means giving up a companion they’ve had for years. And even though this isn’t a care-focused community, there’s staff on-site 24 hours a day for emergencies, a quiet kind of backup that doesn’t interfere with residents living independently day to day. Taken together, Martin Creek Place reads as a low-maintenance, privacy-forward option for older adults who want their own space without the upkeep that used to come with it.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 141 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.













