Best Memory Care in Leawood, KS

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 memory care providers in Leawood, KS using KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Sunrise of Leawood
MC
AL
Leawood (Town Center Business Park)
105
Facility 105
KS AVG 86
Rank #21 / 77
Yes
62
Facility 62
KS AVG 47
Rank #31 / 123
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
79.0%
Facility 79.0%
KS AVG 76.4%
Rank #38 / 68
-Darin CizerleSzr Leawood LLC25
61
Facility 61
KS AVG 100
Rank #35 / 60
2.4
Facility 2.4
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #14 / 60
Colonial Oaks at Leawood
MC
AL
Leawood (Grace Gardens)
87
Facility 87
KS AVG 86
Rank #30 / 77
No
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 47
Rank #118 / 123
Private Rooms
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
KS AVG 76.4%
Rank #46 / 68
-Kent McgeeneyHilltopper Assisted Living LLC4
26
Facility 26
KS AVG 100
Rank #15 / 60
6.5
Facility 6.5
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #52 / 60
Brookdale Leawood State Line
MC
Leawood (Leawood South)
-Yes
38
Facility 38
KS AVG 47
Rank #79 / 123
Private Suite / Semi-private Suite-A+-----

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other KS memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Leawood. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Sunrise of Leawood

Sunrise of Leawood provides assisted living and memory care in Leawood, KS. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment; Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care types may suit someone whose needs grow from help with daily tasks to a secured, supervised setting without leaving the community.

The community has 105 beds, with studio, one bedroom, two bedroom, and suite layouts. A studio provides one living space, while a two bedroom layout can suit two people moving together. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet there, and a Walk Score of 62 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for residents who no longer drive. Darin Cizerle serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Colonial Oaks at Leawood

Colonial Oaks at Leawood provides assisted living and memory care in Leawood, Kansas, in the Grace Gardens neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication management and personal care while the resident maintains a private room. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Offering both care types can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 87 beds, and each private room gives the resident a single private living space. Respite care and temporary stays are available when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

A salon and spa let residents receive personal grooming services within the community, while rehabilitation services provide access to rehab as part of the available care. Medication management and individualized personal care assistance address routine medication tasks and hands on support with personal activities. Kent Mcgeeney serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Brookdale Leawood State Line

Brookdale Leawood State Line is a senior living community located in Leawood, Kansas, specializing in memory care for seniors. The community offers personalized care plans through its signature Clare Bridge program, which promotes cognitive retention and holistic wellness. With a focus on Alzheimer’s and dementia care, Brookdale Leawood State Line ensures a secure environment where residents receive 24/7 support from a compassionate care team.

The community provides a variety of amenities and activities designed to enrich residents’ lives. Features include enclosed outdoor courtyards, home-like decorated small spaces, and personal shadow boxes for residents to fill with mementos. Daily activities such as walking club, morning fitness classes, live music performances, and pet therapy are offered to promote engagement and socialization. Special events like ice cream socials, movie nights, pottery classes, and music trivia games further ensure that residents enjoy a full and active lifestyle.

Starting Price $8,810/Month

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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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Memory Care in Leawood at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Leawood, KS. 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Leawood, KS. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Leawood, KS

What is the average cost of memory care in Leawood, KS?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Leawood, KS is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Leawood, KS?

Memory care in Leawood, KS typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Leawood, KS?

Memory care communities in Leawood, KS typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Kansas?

Assisted living in Kansas supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Kansas Medicaid cover memory care?

Kansas Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Kansas) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 3 memory care communities in Leawood, KS. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.