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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
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.
Bethany Home Association of Lindsborg, Kansas
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Chestnut Lindsborg
85
Facility 85
KS AVG 79
Rank #25 / 73
No
61
Facility 61
KS AVG 48
Rank #39 / 144
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #1 / 64
Joseph BenterKansas Bethany Home Association Of Lindsborg21
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 100
Rank #29 / 58
3.6
Facility 3.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #24 / 58
Evergreen Community of Johnson County
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Olathe
84
Facility 84
KS AVG 79
Rank #26 / 73
No
76
Facility 76
KS AVG 48
Rank #16 / 144
-
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #24 / 64
Charla RobertsJohnson County15
67
Facility 67
KS AVG 100
Rank #28 / 58
4.5
Facility 4.5
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #36 / 58
Claridge Court
IL
NH
SNF
Prairie Village (Prairie Hills)
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 79
Rank #56 / 73
Yes
64
Facility 64
KS AVG 48
Rank #31 / 144
-
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #23 / 64
Emily FillaLifespace Communities Inc32
120
Facility 120
KS AVG 100
Rank #37 / 58
3.8
Facility 3.8
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #26 / 58
Ascension Living Via Christi Village McLean
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Wichita (Indian Hills)
95
Facility 95
KS AVG 79
Rank #21 / 73
Yes
47
Facility 47
KS AVG 48
Rank #77 / 144
Studio / 1 Bed
33.7%
Facility 33.7%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #61 / 64
Valan E PolleyVia Christi Village Mclean Inc3
15
Facility 15
KS AVG 100
Rank #7 / 58
5.0
Facility 5.0
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #44 / 58
Pleasant View Home
IL
ADC
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Inman
122
Facility 122
KS AVG 79
Rank #11 / 73
Yes
31
Facility 31
KS AVG 48
Rank #108 / 144
-
91.0%
Facility 91.0%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #7 / 64
Michelle NeufeldReno County10
26
Facility 26
KS AVG 100
Rank #17 / 58
2.6
Facility 2.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #14 / 58
Pleasant View Home Health
IL
ADC
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Inman
122
Facility 122
KS AVG 79
Rank #11 / 73
Yes
26
Facility 26
KS AVG 48
Rank #117 / 144
NF (Nursing Facility) (122), SNF/NF (Combined) (122)
64.8%
Facility 64.8%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #50 / 64
Michelle NeufeldReno County4
22
Facility 22
KS AVG 100
Rank #10 / 58
5.5
Facility 5.5
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #49 / 58
Silvercrest at Deer Creek
IL
AL
Overland Park (Southcreek Business Park)
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 79
Rank #64 / 73
Yes
36
Facility 36
KS AVG 48
Rank #97 / 144
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #32 / 64
Kimberley AspenleiterSilvercrest Deer Creek, LLC11
13
Facility 13
KS AVG 100
Rank #5 / 58
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #5 / 58
Shawnee Hills
IL
AL
Shawnee
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 79
Rank #41 / 73
Yes
39
Facility 39
KS AVG 48
Rank #93 / 144
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #37 / 64
Shannon Lee VestalS-K Shawnee, LLC3
11
Facility 11
KS AVG 100
Rank #4 / 58
3.7
Facility 3.7
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #25 / 58
Cedarhurst of Topeka
IL
AL
MC
Topeka
111
Facility 111
KS AVG 79
Rank #16 / 73
Yes
20
Facility 20
KS AVG 48
Rank #132 / 144
Assisted Living (81), Residential (30)
72.1%
Facility 72.1%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #42 / 64
Jessie BirdCedarhurst Of Topeka Real Estate, LLC8
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 100
Rank #14 / 58
3.1
Facility 3.1
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #18 / 58
Sedgwick Plaza
IL
AL
RC
Wichita (Chisholm Creek)
59
Facility 59
KS AVG 79
Rank #46 / 73
Yes
63
Facility 63
KS AVG 48
Rank #35 / 144
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Samantha SimmonsVtr Sedgwick Plaza LLC1
0
Facility 0
KS AVG 100
Rank #1 / 58
0.0
Facility 0.0
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #1 / 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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Sedgwick Plaza

2455 N Woodlawn Blvd, Wichita, KS 67220
Overview of Sedgwick Plaza

Nestled in Wichita, Kansas, Sedgwick Plaza is a warm and inviting community that provides both independent and assisted living services. With its convenient location surrounded by local dining options, shopping centers, and peaceful public parks, residents can enjoy easy access to the amenities they need. This pet-friendly community offers a variety of comfortable floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Each unit is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring wheelchair accessibility and a convenient kitchenette. 
Sedgwick Plaza caters to the needs of residents who require personal care and may benefit from supervised nursing care for their daily activities and provides a range of services, including personal care and supervised nursing care, either directly or through coordination with external providers. 

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Pleasant View Home

108 N. Walnut, Po Box 249, Inman, KS 67546-0249
Overview of Pleasant View Home

Pleasant View Home offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, independent living, adult day care, and home care in Inman, Kansas. Its 122 beds serve residents across several care settings. Independent living provides community services without daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Adult day care gives someone access to care and services during the day without an overnight stay, while home care brings support to the person where they live. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Short-term rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation are available, giving residents services during a temporary recovery period or through scheduled sessions without an inpatient stay. The range of care settings and services may suit a resident whose needs change over time while remaining connected to the same community.

Pleasant View Home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families those payment methods for covered services or care costs. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. Michelle Neufeld administers the community, which is operated by Reno County. A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Claridge Court

8101 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS 66208
Overview of Claridge Court

Three care types cover what Claridge Court does in Prairie Village, KS. They are skilled nursing, independent living, and nursing home care.

Independent living here is private residence plus the community’s services, with no daily care, the level where the community sells logistics rather than care. Skilled nursing is the other end, licensed nursing present through every hour, which the independent side does not buy. Having both means a change in need does not require a change of address.

Forty-five beds let staff and residents know one another more closely. One resident’s day here buys 4 hours and 57 minutes of nursing.

A Walk Score of 64 is the band where the answer depends on which errand, and a resident without a car learns that one trip at a time. Medicare and private pay are the two routes, and the shorter carries the paperwork. Pets may live with residents. Emily Filla administers Claridge Court for Lifespace Communities.

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Overview of Bethany Home Association of Lindsborg, Kansas

Bethany Home Association of Lindsborg, Kansas, serves Lindsborg, KS, with assisted living, independent living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing on the license. Assisted living is help with daily tasks, with the apartment staying the resident’s own. Independent living is private living with the community’s services available and no daily care attached. Nursing home and skilled nursing mean licensed nursing kept on duty day and night.

Levels that go up as needs go up mean a move from independent or assisted living into nursing care can happen inside the same community. Eighty-five beds are on the license, and Joseph Benter has the administrator’s job. Nursing time for one resident totals 6 hours and 12 minutes a day.

Payment runs through Medicaid, Medicare, or private funds. Medicaid may reach a resident whose own savings stop covering a long stay. Medicare pays for a limited spell of skilled care once a hospital stay ends, rather than for a residence, and private pay is direct payment. Rehabilitation appears among the named services, and Sunflower Terrace, Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is the named program it runs under.

Dining and religious services are both named here, the second for residents who want to take part. Walkability rates 61 for this area, a somewhat walkable score, so some errands work on foot. Someone who has stopped driving may still handle a few nearby ones alone.

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Overview of Silvercrest at Deer Creek

Welcome to Silvercrest at Deer Creek, an assisted living community where residents can experience a family-oriented, personalized approach to their care. Conveniently situated on Metcalf Ave in Overland Park, KS, this community is dedicated to providing best-in-class service, amenities, and lifestyle for its valued residents. The deep sense of care and compassion for its residents sets it apart as a sought-after destination for independent living and assisted living needs.

Offering a variety of living options, including 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, and Studio Apartments, each resident can find the perfect space to call home. Embrace the warmth of this family-oriented environment, personalized care, and exceptional amenities at Silvercrest at Deer Creek Senior Living and discover why this community stands out as a place where residents can thrive, embrace a fulfilling lifestyle, and receive the quality care they deserve.

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Overview of Shawnee Hills

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.

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Overview of Evergreen Community of Johnson County

Evergreen Community of Johnson County provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Olathe, Kansas. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available in one community. If a resident’s needs grow, they may be able to move to another level without leaving the community or starting over socially. Evergreen Community of Johnson County may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could change over time and who may benefit from having these options in one community.

The home has 84 beds, giving families a clear measure of its overall capacity. Rehabilitation services are available through the community for residents who need them. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 44 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Families therefore have several payment routes, including Medicaid when savings may not cover a long stay and Medicare for short term skilled care after a hospital stay. A Walk Score of 76 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Charla Roberts serves as administrator, and Johnson County operates the community.

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Overview of Ascension Living Via Christi Village McLean

Located in the harmonious residential area of North McLean, Wichita, KS, Ascension Living Via Christi Village is a respected senior living community offering a wide range of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and retreat stays. The community doubles its efforts to provide a haven for seniors to enjoy unrivaled comfort and security. A team of kind and well-trained professionals strives to help residents to thrive and reach their full potential.

Enrich your retirement with fun recreational activities and learn new things through engaging educational programs. Moreover, Ascension Living Via Christi Village paves the way for residents to mingle with their friends and have a relaxing time. With delightful dining options, residents indulge in delectable and healthy meals for dietary satisfaction. With its lively and inviting community, Ascension Living Via Christi Village is great for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom while receiving the utmost care and support they deserve.

Contact Ascension Living Via Christi Village McLean

Overview of Pleasant View Home Health

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.

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Overview of Cedarhurst of Topeka

Cedarhurst of Topeka is one of the assisted living and memory care communities that has created a wonderful experience when it comes to fully supporting all residents. They boast a dedicated team of care staff who celebrate each unique individual by ensuring full care and attention to the residents. Cedarhurst of Topeka provides a home where each and every individual, from staff to residents, is able to build new connections and create new memories in their new home.

Cedarhurst of Topeka offers a wide range of services to make residents feel at home, including weekly housekeeping services, laundry and linen services, transportation services, and a recreation room for fun activities. There is also an on-site full-service salon where residents can pamper themselves and feel their best. Outdoor spaces and paths provide a serene and peaceful environment for relaxation and reflection.

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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