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| Lakeview Village | IL AL NH | Lenexa | 184
Facility
184
KS AVG
69
Rank
#3 / 224 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
KS AVG
46
Rank
#138 / 363 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
69.6%
Facility
69.6%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#144 / 198 | A+ | Richard Alan Turley Jr. | - | 6 | 20
Facility
20
KS AVG
100
Rank
#38 / 191 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#82 / 191 |
| 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 | 0
Facility
0
KS AVG
100
Rank
#1 / 191 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#1 / 191 |
| Colonial Village Overland Park | IL AL MC NH | Overland Park | 82
Facility
82
KS AVG
69
Rank
#56 / 224 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
KS AVG
46
Rank
#199 / 363 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
84.1%
Facility
84.1%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#85 / 198 | - | Daniel Chik | Colonial Village | 16 | 0
Facility
0
KS AVG
100
Rank
#1 / 191 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#1 / 191 |
| Dove Estates Senior Living Community | IL AL MC RC | Goddard | 80
Facility
80
KS AVG
69
Rank
#59 / 224 | No |
20
Facility
20
KS AVG
46
Rank
#311 / 363 | Assisted Living (80) |
67.5%
Facility
67.5%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#152 / 198 | - | Sara Miller | - | 13 | 43
Facility
43
KS AVG
100
Rank
#75 / 191 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#82 / 191 |
| Ascension Living Via Christi Village McLean | IL AL MC NH | 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%
Facility
33.7%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#193 / 198 | - | Valan E Polley | Ascension Living Via Christi Village Mclean | 23 | 15
Facility
15
KS AVG
100
Rank
#31 / 191 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#18 / 191 |
| Ascension Living Via Christi Village Manhattan | IL AL NH | Manhattan (Willow Grove Road) | 129
Facility
129
KS AVG
69
Rank
#16 / 224 | No |
10
Facility
10
KS AVG
46
Rank
#339 / 363 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#27 / 198 | - | Michael Fuchs | - | 41 | 0
Facility
0
KS AVG
100
Rank
#1 / 191 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#1 / 191 |
| Homestead Estates | IL AL MC | Wichita (Minneha) | 90
Facility
90
KS AVG
69
Rank
#46 / 224 | No |
53
Facility
53
KS AVG
46
Rank
#143 / 363 | Assisted Living (90) |
68.9%
Facility
68.9%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#147 / 198 | - | Kimberlie Stewart | Homestead Estates Wichita | 20 | 36
Facility
36
KS AVG
100
Rank
#66 / 191 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#51 / 191 |
| 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%
Facility
81.8%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#97 / 198 | A+ | Nicholas Wysong | Avenue 81 | 9 | 10
Facility
10
KS AVG
100
Rank
#21 / 191 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#28 / 191 |
| Lexington Park Assisted Living | IL AL NH | 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) |
83.9%
Facility
83.9%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#89 / 198 | A+ | Ben Rigdon | - | 16 | 0
Facility
0
KS AVG
100
Rank
#1 / 191 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#1 / 191 |
| Regent Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare | IL AL HC MC NC NH RC | Wichita (Bradford Place) | 84
Facility
84
KS AVG
69
Rank
#54 / 224 | No |
28
Facility
28
KS AVG
46
Rank
#269 / 363 | Private Rooms | 83.1% | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 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 | 0 | - | Michelle Neufeld | - | 7 | 0
Facility
0
KS AVG
100
Rank
#1 / 191 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#1 / 191 |
| 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 | 0
Facility
0
KS AVG
100
Rank
#1 / 191 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#1 / 191 |
| Cedar Lake Village | IL AL MC NH RC | 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%
Facility
70.8%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#139 / 198 | A+ | Robert Million | - | 19 | 53
Facility
53
KS AVG
100
Rank
#85 / 191 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#67 / 191 |
| Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community | IL HC NC NH | 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%
Facility
87.3%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#67 / 198 | - | - | - | 5 | 29
Facility
29
KS AVG
100
Rank
#60 / 191 | 5.8
Facility
5.8
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#165 / 191 |
| Garden Villas of Lenexa | IL AL MC NH | Lenexa | 78
Facility
78
KS AVG
69
Rank
#65 / 224 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
KS AVG
46
Rank
#39 / 363 | Suite |
79.5%
Facility
79.5%
KS AVG
77.4%
Rank
#110 / 198 | A+ | Mark Sutton | - | 15 | 58
Facility
58
KS AVG
100
Rank
#89 / 191 | 3.9
Facility
3.9
KS AVG
3.1
Rank
#94 / 191 |
ManorCare Health Services is one of the most trusted senior living communities in Overland Park; they have strived to offer excellent and comprehensive accommodations for seniors with respect and dignity. The nursing home specializes in skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Staff is sure to maintain a high-quality standard of service delivered with compassion at a beautiful and welcoming campus. ManorCare ensures that your needs are met and that your recovery is their priority.
Community services include 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities and programs, and therapy services, including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Individualized and long-term care are also offered to provide maximum care to unique seniors.
Garden Villas of Lenexa, a recently renovated retirement, assisted living, and memory care community, provides an affordable and independent living program for seniors. Residents enjoy not only cost-effective living but also a sense of independence in a newly revitalized environment. The community offers delightful cuisine and well-appointed apartments, complete with housekeeping, transportation services, and a variety of entertainment options.
One of the distinguishing features of Garden Villas is the on-site therapy team and a full-time executive chef, ensuring comprehensive care and culinary excellence. The senior living community’s commitment to quality extends to its trained and qualified staff, offering complimentary services. Beyond basic amenities, Garden Villas hosts an array of social, educational, cultural, and recreational programs, creating a vibrant living experience tailored for independent living for seniors.
Conveniently located in the neighborhood of Wichita, KS, Legacy at College Hill is a renowned senior care provider, offering skilled short-term rehab, long-term care, and respite short stays. Residents here are provided with personalized care plans tailored to their care requirements and preferences, ensuring they receive the services that best work for them. An interdisciplinary team and primary care physician collaborates to provide residents with a complete approach to care that nurtures their mind, body, and spirit.
With a certified activity director available on-site, residents enjoy a wide variety of fun and engaging activities that provides them with enriching experiences and opportunities for making new connections. A dietitian reviews all menus and the resident’s nutritional needs to ensure they are provided with the nourishment and energy they need to stay active throughout the day. Here, residents are guaranteed to thrive and enjoy their lives to the fullest with all the support and services they need.
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.
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.
Experience the best of your golden years at Tallgrass Creek Senior Living Community, an astounding community in Overland Park, KS, offering independent living. With beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community strives to improve residents’ living experiences. A kind team also helps with chores and maintenance to ensure they have a worry-free living.
With cozy communal spaces and wellness opportunities, residents have more opportunities to gain meaningful experiences. Residents have various options for dining, with multiple dining venues that offer distinct dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a swimming pool, a fitness center, a theater room, a concierge, a library, and beautifully maintained amenities, creating the ideal setting for residents to relax and enjoy their retirement.
Pleasant View Home Health, located in the heart of Central Kansas, is dedicated to delivering safe, competent, and quality care to seniors in McPherson, Reno, Rice, and Harvey Counties. As a not-for-profit agency and part of Pleasant View Home, it has been a trusted name in home health services since 1994. Their mission is to help clients achieve the highest quality of life while remaining independent at home. So they make sure to provide agency assistance with both daily and medical tasks, ensuring comprehensive support tailored to individual needs.
Pleasant View Home Health offers a wide range of services, including skilled nursing care, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, diabetic assessment, CHF and cardiovascular monitoring, respiratory assessments, medication assistance, and wound care. Additional services include assistance with bathing and dressing, housekeeping, laundry, shopping, companion care, and transportation. With a commitment to compassionate, professional, and personalized care, Pleasant View Home Health stands out as a reliable choice for home health services in Central Kansas.
Santa Marta’s health services encompass a comprehensive spectrum of care options, including assisted living, memory care services, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. Within a welcoming and home-like environment, the place provides families and residents with a trustworthy haven where their well-being is of paramount importance. With Medicare certification for skilled nursing and a commitment to transparency, Santa Marta follows a high staff-to-resident ratio, ensuring that residents’ needs are well attended to. Their enduring presence in Olathe, Kansas, spanning over 13 years, underscores their unwavering dedication to excellence.
The home’s commitment to top-quality medical care is evident through their vigilant team of physicians, nurses, and therapists who stand ready to provide round-the-clock assistance. Caregivers are on hand 24/7, creating an environment of security and tranquility for residents. Embracing maintenance-free living with enhanced safety measures in place, Santa Marta goes beyond traditional assisted living guidelines to create a truly supportive community. Residents also enjoy an array of amenities, from a heated pool and invigorating yoga classes to exquisite restaurant-style dining and spiritual services, all designed to elevate and enrich their lives.
Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at Residence 600, a blissful haven in Salina, KS, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully furnished and luxurious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community guarantees the utmost comfort. Here, housekeeping, maintenance, and concierge services are taken care of, helping residents maintain their independence without hassles.
A variety of engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted, promoting an active and friendly environment for residents’ leisure and wellness. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals that best suit their tastes and dietary needs. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. Residents make every moment of their retirement count, accompanied by the community’s top-notch amenities and exceptional services.
Residing in Overland Park, KS, the Chapters Living of Town Center is a community that provides assisted living and memory care services. The community offers spacious and comforting ccommodations tailored to the preferences of its residents. With a highly skilled team, this community is committed to providing top-tier customized care plans. Known for its specialized memory care program, evidence-based techniques are utilized to treat those with Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.
True to its goals by letting their residents live life to the fullest, enjoy a fine dining with wholesome meals and innovative menus that cater to all palettes. Meet new people in their customized activity programs for social engagements. The sense of belonging in their neighborhoods, along with its health and wellness programs and salon services, residents are assured to maximize an extraordinary stay. Thus, Chapters Living of Town Center proudly sets an unparalled community for senior living.
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 138 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.














