Page 12 of Best Independent Living in Kansas

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Overview of The Village at Olathe

Ideally situated near Olathe Health Pavilion in Olathe, KS, The Village at Olathe is a blissful community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents ease their worries with concierge, housekeeping, and laundry services that aim to provide them with more time to do the things they love. An emergency alert system and wellness visits are provided for residents’ safety.

With a well-thought-out calendar of recreational activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delicious and well-balanced dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also features a beauty parlor, barber shops, cozy communal spaces, and beautifully landscaped outdoors, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Ridgeview Village II

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.

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Overview of Holiday Greenwood Terrace

Located in Lenexa, Kansas, Holiday Greenwood Terrace offers independent senior living options that inspire trust. Residents here experience a vibrant life filled with opportunities for socialization, fitness, and continuous learning. The community takes pride in providing not only nutritionally tailored meals but also homestyle, savory dining experiences, earning it recognition as an award-winning establishment.

Beyond the remarkable staff, Holiday Greenwood Terrace’s proximity to city parks and various dining options in Kansas adds to its allure. The all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers private apartment suites, renowned for their cleanliness, and the friendly staff contributes to the positive atmosphere. Notably, the community excels not only in personal services but also provides financial services, making it a comprehensive destination for independent living that is both engaging and reliable.

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Overview of Parallel Senior Villas Apartments

Create meaningful moments in retirement at Parallel Senior Villas Apartments, a distinct 62+ community in Kansas City, KS, offering independent living. Alongside beautifully furnished one-bedroom apartments, laundry spaces, and maintenance services are also provided, so residents can keep their peace of mind. With income-based rents, the community strives to ease financial burdens.

Plenty of shopping areas, dining options, and entertainment opportunities are available in the area, ensuring residents can spend their days as they please. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can also prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s state-of-the-art amenities and welcoming environment create the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Evergreen Community at Johnson County

Evergreen Community of Johnson County offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing on its expanded senior care campus in Olathe, Kansas. Run by the non-profit organization Evergreen Living Innovations Inc., the community follows a person-centered model led by Executive Director Charla Roberts. Daily schedules provide short-term physical rehabilitation alongside long-term nursing care for residents with diverse clinical or cognitive needs.

Direct hands-on care is heavily built into the daily routine. Shift logs show nurse aides deliver an average of 3 hours and 24 minutes of bedside care per resident each day, supplemented by 47 minutes from registered nurses and 47 minutes from licensed practical nurses. Weekend nursing coverage remains high, totaling over 4 hours of combined direct clinical care per resident daily. The facility accommodates up to 84 beds in its nursing wing and maintains an average occupancy rate of roughly 83 percent.

The immediate neighborhood has a walkability score of 21 out of 100, which reflects a car-dependent environment where visiting families and staff will need a vehicle for standard errands. To support social connection, the building features dedicated community spaces, custom dining services tailored to individual preferences, and specialized memory support layouts. Financial coverage paths are flexible, as the home accepts Medicare and Medicaid alongside standard private payments.

Families looking into continuing care retirement communities or local rehabilitation options in Johnson County can contact the admissions team at Evergreen Community to look over floor plans and confirm current openings.

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Overview of Pemberton Senior Apartments

Spend a blissful retirement at Pemberton Senior Apartments, an idyllic retreat in Kansas City, KS, offering independent living. Dedicated to the comfort of those 55+, the community features beautifully furnished and cozy townhomes. On-site management and 24-hour maintenance are also provided, ensuring residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Thriving local amenities and entertainment sites surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. With a full kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a clubhouse, a fishing pond, and serene walking trails, perfect for residents’ relaxation and wellness.

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Overview of Santa Marta

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.

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Overview of Aspen Ridge

Tucked within the heart of Olathe, Kansas, Aspen Ridge beckons those aged 55 and older to experience a life of luxury and refinement. Its expansive floor plans, designed with the modern sensibilities of active adults in mind, create an exquisite living space that reflects a sophisticated taste. Boasting breathtaking views and an effortlessly convenient lifestyle, this residence stands as a testament to elegant living. Apartment amenities, including sleek stainless steel appliances, spacious cabinet layouts, and opulent granite countertops, ensure a harmonious blend of functionality and aesthetics. The meticulous attention to detail extends to every corner, from the wood-style plank flooring to the plush bedroom carpets, embodying an atmosphere of comfort and security.

The community itself exudes a sense of camaraderie and vibrancy, with an assortment of shared amenities ranging from a crafting room, on-site pool, and 24-hour fitness center to a well-equipped media room, inviting hair salon, and even a tranquil putting green. Residents can unwind in the library lounge or catch a film in the theater lounge, all while enjoying the convenience of bus transportation services and more. Aspen Ridge is truly a haven of refined living for those seeking the pinnacle of senior comfort and elegance.

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Overview of Martin Creek Place

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.

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Overview of Wyndam Place Senior Apartments

Beautifully set near Swarner Skate Park in Shawnee, KS, Wyndham Place Senior Apartments is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. Beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are provided in a warm and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay. The community also helps with maintenance and other chores, providing residents with more time to do the things they love.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. A fully equipped kitchen is also available, allowing residents to prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. With its wide range of amenities and exceptional services, residents are guaranteed to thrive in retirement.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
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    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    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 Sentiment
  • 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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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