Page 5 of 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
Wheatridge Park Care Center
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Liberal
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 80
Rank #55 / 71
No
81
Facility 81
KS AVG 48
Rank #7 / 142
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #13 / 62
Doug WyckoffLiberal Snf Real Co LLC23
144
Facility 144
KS AVG 100
Rank #44 / 57
6.3
Facility 6.3
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #54 / 57
Sunset Home Inc
IL
ADC
AL
NH
SNF
Concordia
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 80
Rank #55 / 71
No
70
Facility 70
KS AVG 48
Rank #24 / 142
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #19 / 62
Christen RobinsonSunset Home Inc55
246
Facility 246
KS AVG 100
Rank #54 / 57
4.5
Facility 4.5
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #35 / 57
Wesley Towers Inc
IL
AL
MC
Hutchinson
52
Facility 52
KS AVG 80
Rank #51 / 71
Yes
80
Facility 80
KS AVG 48
Rank #12 / 142
80.8%
Facility 80.8%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #29 / 62
Nabeel KhokharWesley Towers Inc25
115
Facility 115
KS AVG 100
Rank #36 / 57
4.6
Facility 4.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #37 / 57
Trinity Manor
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Dodge City
46
Facility 46
KS AVG 80
Rank #54 / 71
No
73
Facility 73
KS AVG 48
Rank #21 / 142
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #18 / 62
Tamara LampeTrinity Manor Propco LLC17
99
Facility 99
KS AVG 100
Rank #32 / 57
5.8
Facility 5.8
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #51 / 57
Asbury Village
IL
AL
Coffeyville
32
Facility 32
KS AVG 80
Rank #70 / 71
No-
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #51 / 62
Amanda AugustineCovenant Housing Corporation17
21
Facility 21
KS AVG 100
Rank #9 / 57
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #5 / 57
Prairie Sunset Home
IL
AL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Pretty Prairie
43
Facility 43
KS AVG 80
Rank #60 / 71
No
23
Facility 23
KS AVG 48
Rank #123 / 142
88.4%
Facility 88.4%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #15 / 62
Aaron D. Kelley, Jr.Prairie Sunset Home Incorporated52
293
Facility 293
KS AVG 100
Rank #55 / 57
5.6
Facility 5.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #49 / 57
Parkside Homes
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Hillsboro
50
Facility 50
KS AVG 80
Rank #53 / 71
Yes
65
Facility 65
KS AVG 48
Rank #30 / 142
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #34 / 62
Stephanie BryantCity Of Hillsboro31
151
Facility 151
KS AVG 100
Rank #46 / 57
4.9
Facility 4.9
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #41 / 57
Agewise Living Inc
IL
NH
SNF
Sterling
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 80
Rank #55 / 71
No
44
Facility 44
KS AVG 48
Rank #87 / 142
57.8%
Facility 57.8%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #54 / 62
Karen SmithAgewise Living Inc23
105
Facility 105
KS AVG 100
Rank #35 / 57
4.6
Facility 4.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #37 / 57
Locust Grove Village
IL
ADC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
La Crosse
38
Facility 38
KS AVG 80
Rank #66 / 71
No
54
Facility 54
KS AVG 48
Rank #60 / 142
34.2%
Facility 34.2%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #59 / 62
Charlotte RathkeRush County Nursing Home Society38
183
Facility 183
KS AVG 100
Rank #49 / 57
4.8
Facility 4.8
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #40 / 57
Sandstone Heights Nursing Home
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Little River
36
Facility 36
KS AVG 80
Rank #67 / 71
No
22
Facility 22
KS AVG 48
Rank #125 / 142
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #53 / 62
Trey LookRice County Hospital Dist 230
133
Facility 133
KS AVG 100
Rank #42 / 57
4.4
Facility 4.4
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #32 / 57

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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Overview of Wheatridge Park Care Center

Wheatridge Park Care Center, in Liberal, KS, lists nursing home care, skilled nursing, independent living, and respite care as its offerings.

No hour of the day here goes without licensed nursing on duty. Independent living brings the community’s services and leaves the daily care out of it. Respite is the short one, booked when the household’s regular carer needs days off.

That spread of services matters where somebody’s needs are likely to grow. Forty-five beds keep the place small, so the staff and the residents aren’t strangers for long.

The Rehab to Home program and Rehabilitation Services both aim at getting somebody back to their own home. Extended Care is the service for a resident who needs the stay to continue rather than end in a discharge.

The roster allocates 4 hours and 3 minutes of nursing time per resident, daily. A family can pay through Medicaid, Medicare, or its own funds. Liberal SNF Real Co LLC is the operator here, and the administrator’s post belongs to Doug Wyckoff.

An 81 Walk Score lands this area in the very walkable tier; somebody off the road can still get out and around on foot.

Contact Wheatridge Park Care Center

Overview of Sunset Home

Sunset Home in Concordia, Kansas, functions as a multi-care campus offering independent living, assisted living, adult day services, nursing home accommodations, and skilled nursing. Independent apartments allow individuals to live autonomously with access to communal amenities, while assisted living supports daily routines like bathing, dressing, and medication management. Daytime supervision programs accommodate non-resident participants, and short-term rehabilitation services assist individuals undergoing medical recovery.

Administered by Christen Robinson, the 45-bed location maintains a walk score of 70, placing local shops, dining options, and pharmacies within walking distance. On-site meal services feature daily specials alongside an à la carte menu. Coverage options for care expenses include Medicare for post-hospital stays, Medicaid, and private payment.

Families searching for adaptable senior care settings in Cloud County can reach out to Sunset Home to inquire about current residential spaces, review program criteria, or schedule a tour.

Contact Sunset Home Inc

Overview of Wesley Towers

Wesley Towers offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Hutchinson, Kansas. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while independent living is for residents who live privately without daily care. Memory care provides supervision for a resident living with dementia. Having all three care levels may suit someone whose needs grow over time.

Wesley Towers has 52 beds. A Walk Score of 80 out of 100 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet.

Named programs include Recovery & Healthcare, Cognitive Care Living Center, Center for Aging Excellence, and Mental & Behavioral Health Care. Nabeel Khokhar serves as the administrator.

Contact Wesley Towers Inc

Trinity Manor

510 W. Frontview Street, Dodge City, KS 67801-2213
Overview of Trinity Manor

Independent living, respite care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care are the four care types Trinity Manor runs in Dodge City, KS. Licensed nursing support is on site for the two nursing levels. Independent living is the far end of that range, private living with community services attached and no daily care in it.

Short-Term Rehab appears among the services, which is the recovery track. Respite care handles the temporary stay, for a caregiver who is travelling or getting over something.

At 46 beds the home falls among smaller communities, described as the kind of setting where staff and residents can get familiar with one another. A person might arrive needing nothing more than independent living, or needing nursing care, or recovery work, or a short stay for relief.

Private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid are each taken. The area rates 73 for walking, which is very walkable, so nearby shops stay reachable without anybody’s car being involved. Trinity Manor Propco operates the home, and Tamara Lampe administers it.

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Overview of Asbury Village

Located in the tranquil lands of Asbury Drive, Coffeyville, KS, Asbury Village is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living and independent living. With various one-bedroom floor plans, seniors live a relaxing and safe retirement. Enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with a dedicated and extremely talented team taking care of mundane activities to optimize residents’ freedom and individuality.

Committed to ensuring seniors’ well-being, the community strives to provide the highest quality of care and assistance from the moment they enter Asbury Village. Fun activities and wonderful learning programs are conducted for seniors’ leisure and wellness. The community serves healthy and delicious meals to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and tastes. Filled with convenient amenities and enchanting spaces, Asbury Village strives to provide a safe place for seniors to age gracefully.

Starting Price $1,310/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Prairie Sunset Home

601 E. Main Street, Pretty Prairie, KS 67570
Overview of Prairie Sunset Home

Prairie Sunset Home in Pretty Prairie, Kansas, features a continuum of housing and health options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, long-term care, palliative services, and respite stays. Independent living options suit active residents seeking a maintenance-free lifestyle, whereas assisted living programs provide help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Palliative care handles comfort management for serious health conditions, and short-term rehabilitation helps individuals recover following a hospital stay or illness.

Established in 2001, the 43-bed community operates under administrator Jr. Aaron D. Kelley. Daily staffing records indicate an average of 4 hours and 36 minutes of direct nursing time for each resident. Local transportation services assist residents who need rides off-site for personal errands or appointments. Payment coverage options include Medicare for short-term rehabilitation, Medicaid for extended long-term stays, and direct private pay.

Interested individuals seeking a small-community setting with multiple care options can contact Prairie Sunset Home to review current openings, verify financial coverage, or organize a tour.

Contact Prairie Sunset Home

Parkside Homes

200 Willow Road, Hillsboro, KS 67063-1904
Overview of Parkside Homes

Parkside Homes in Hillsboro, Kansas, delivers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Personal support in assisted living helps residents manage everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, and medications, while skilled nursing offers higher-level clinical care and short-term rehabilitation services.

City Of Hillsboro operates this 50-bed community, led by administrator Stephanie Bryant. Housing arrangements feature one, two, and three-bedroom apartments alongside independent duplexes and patio homes, with pet-friendly policies in place. Daily nurse staffing across the facility averages 5 hours and 34 minutes per resident.

Prospective residents and their loved ones can get in touch with Parkside Homes to discuss apartment availability, review care needs, or request detailed pricing information.

Starting Price $450/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Agewise Living Inc

204 W. Washington Avenue, Sterling, KS 67579-1614
Overview of Agewise Living

Agewise Living in Sterling, Kansas, offers nursing home, independent living, and skilled nursing care. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. With 45 beds, the community may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on staffing time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. A Walk Score of 44 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Karen Smith serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Locust Grove Village

There are six care types at Locust Grove Village in LA Crosse, KS, and they are adult day care, respite care, independent living, assisted living, nursing home, and skilled nursing. Assisted living is daily support with medication, bathing, and dressing. Coverage by licensed nursing holds steady through the night as well as the day, which is what a resident with ongoing clinical needs is there for. The daytime version is where going home at night is the point, and Adult Day and Respite is the named program carrying it.

A caregiver’s own travel or recovery is what the short stay gets arranged around. Six levels under one license mean a resident moving up a level is not moving out. The 38 beds here keep the number of people a resident sees regularly small.

Short-Term Rehab and Rehabilitation Services are both named, so a resident recovering from an illness or an injury does the therapy during the stay. The area rates somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 54. Charlotte Rathke is the administrator, and Rush County Nursing Home Society operates the community.

Contact Locust Grove Village

Overview of Sandstone Heights Nursing Home

Independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and nursing home care all happen at Sandstone Heights Nursing Home in Little River, KS. At 36 beds, the whole place is one nursing floor, and a licensed cover reaches all of it, whatever the hour. Assisted living, the middle rung, lists dressing, medication, and bathing among the tasks it assists with.

Independent living attaches no daily care at all, just private living and the services a community brings. A resident whose needs grow can climb that ladder without changing address. Thirty-six beds also make this a smaller home, so the roster of names to learn stays short for both staff and residents.

Rice County Hospital Dist 2 operates the community, and Trey Look is the administrator. The building gives each resident 4 hours and 45 minutes of nursing daily. Three payers each answer part of the bill; Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Medicare pays for the short skilled stretch that follows after leaving the hospital. Medicaid becomes the question once money for a long stay has come from somewhere else, and private funds cover whatever falls outside both, paid directly.

Rehabilitation services are available on-site, while transportation covers trips out of the building. Activities run to Bible Study, Church Service, Sing-A-Longs, arts and crafts, pet therapy, and shopping trips.

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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: 80The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kansas. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90