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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 |
Enjoy a blissful retirement at Beacon Hill Senior Residences, an outstanding 55+ community in Wichita, KS, offering independent living. The community has specially designed accommodations, striving to improve residents’ living experiences. With round-the-clock maintenance and management, residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.
Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and exciting events tailored to their leisure and wellness. Delightful restaurants and shops also surround the area, providing residents with various dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.
Spend your golden years at Prairie Villa, an esteemed community in Wichita, KS, offering independent living. With cozy and specially designed two-bedroom floor plans, residents can rest assured of finding the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community also provides emergency maintenance, so residents have more time to do the things they love.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs also accompanies residents to ensure they can spend their days as they please. Potluck dinners are also conducted to promote social interactions over delightful meals. With its state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services, residents can keep their peace of mind and have a blissful retirement.
Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Topeka, KS, La Colonia is a top-notch community that offers independent living. Dedicated to the comfort of those 62+, the community has cozy and specially designed one-bedroom floor plans. Residents also enjoy a worry-free living as housekeeping and maintenance are taken care of.
A jam-packed calendar of engaging programs and exciting events is conducted to keep the residents active and socially connected. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and friendly environment, alongside income-based rents, makes it an enticing option for those looking to downsize in retirement.
Enjoy your golden years at Peterson Acres, a distinct community in Lawrence, KS, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and cozy one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Income-based rents are also utilized, so older adults can downsize without hassles.
Many recreation sites and unique shops surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.
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.
Experience a laid-back retirement at Shawnee Senior Villas, nestled in the blissful community of Shawnee, KS, offering independent living. Those 55+ can rest assured of finding the right accommodation based on their preferences, with purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free living with plenty of convenient apartment features and maintenance services.
Unique local shops and entertainment sites are easily accessible, ensuring residents can spend their days as they please. Various dining options are also available at delightful restaurants in the area. The community’s vibrant and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting for residents to enjoy their golden years.
Make every moment count at Garden Grove Apartments, an astounding community in Manhattan, KS, offering independent living. The community features affordable and specially designed studio and one-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to the comfort of those 55+. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with round-the-clock emergency maintenance and laundry spaces.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Residents also have easy access to various restaurants and shops, providing a variety of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services.
Topeka Presbyterian Manor is a haven where exceptional care intertwines with a genuine celebration of life. Within its warm embrace, residents find themselves free to revel in the joys of independent living, assisted living, and long-term skilled care, all within an atmosphere that cherishes their dignity and well-being. As a not-for-profit community, their unwavering focus is solely on providing unparalleled care and services to their cherished residents.
From cutting-edge orthopedic rehabilitation to specialized programs addressing neurological conditions and stroke recovery, their adept team of professionals delivers top-tier care. Moreover, the community delights in an array of amenities designed to nourish the body, mind, and spirit. From a state-of-the-art art studio where creativity knows no bounds to a serene chapel, a well-appointed woodshop, and an invigorating beauty salon, each space is thoughtfully crafted to enrich the lives of residents.
The City of Winfield owns Cumbernauld Village, a nonprofit continuing care retirement community that has operated since 1989 at 716 Tweed Street in Winfield, Kansas. The property features a Walk Score of 78, providing a highly walkable campus centered around two stocked lakes and outdoor pathways. To cover the clinical side of the campus, the business office accepts standard payment methods, including private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid.
A 74 percent occupancy rate keeps the 42-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation unit steady, operating alongside independent living garden homes, senior apartments, and assisted living memory care tracks. On the floor, the 24-hour nursing team delivers an average of 5 hours and 17 minutes of direct care per resident every day. Staff physical and occupational therapists direct functional recovery programs, while the campus maintenance crew handles all landscaping and exterior upkeep.
This structure supports an activity calendar focused on independence, including community gardening, fishing, and organized social events.
Interested individuals can call the main office to schedule a visit, look at the different apartment and garden home layouts, and meet the therapy team. The staff coordinates these tours while answering general questions about open rooms, admission paperwork, and the daily activities schedule.
Cheyenne County Village, INC is a county-governed, nonprofit nursing home operating a 30-bed campus in St. Francis, Kansas. Led by administrator Simon Madondo, the facility provides short-term skilled nursing alongside longer-term assisted and independent living options. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay solutions. Because the home currently operates at an occupancy rate of approximately 30 percent, the typical environment is quiet, and the average length of stay for residents is 278 days.
The care structure delivers an average of 5 hours and 24 minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day, utilizing a team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants. Situated in a rural area, the neighborhood retains a moderate level of walkability for local services. Regarding regulatory oversight, state evaluations have noted historical patterns concerning care planning, infection control, medication systems, and kitchen safety protocols, though recent reviews demonstrate intervals of compliance.
Families looking into local care options can contact the administrative office directly to discuss current room availability, specific rehabilitation programs, or the operational systems in place to maintain regulatory standards.
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.













