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Best Nursing Homes in Kansas City, MO

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
We analyzed 9 homes in Kansas City, MO

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Missouri Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Nursing Homes around Kansas City (Metro Area) The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.

9 facilities compared · CMS & MO Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Seasons Rehab and Healthcare Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City (Downtown Kansas City)
78
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #4 / 257
+42%
3.54
Facility 3.54
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #153 / 251
-39%-5%
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.3
21
Facility 21
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #73 / 255
5.3
Facility 5.3
MO AVG 5.7
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.7
74-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
Grogan, Angela
$7.5M
Facility $7.5M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #93 / 258
$3.2M
Facility $3.2M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #93 / 258
43.2%
Facility 43.2%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #120 / 258
265850
The Bishop Spencer Place, Inc
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City (Downtown Kansas City)
57
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #31 / 257
+26%
5.47
Facility 5.47
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #11 / 251
+17%+46%
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 119
24
Facility 24
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #94 / 255
3.4
Facility 3.4
MO AVG 5.7
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 1.7
Rank #1 / 153
44-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
Saint Lukes Health System Inc
$15.4M
Facility $15.4M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #27 / 258
$6.2M
Facility $6.2M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #13 / 258
40.2%
Facility 40.2%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #154 / 258
265768
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff Skilled Facility
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City (Downtown Kansas City)
56
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #82 / 257
+18%
5.73
Facility 5.73
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #9 / 251
-9%+53%
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 119
34
Facility 34
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #151 / 255
5.7
Facility 5.7
MO AVG 5.7
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 1.7
Rank #1 / 153
44-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
Mccrite, Cassidy
$8.2M
Facility $8.2M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #80 / 258
$3.3M
Facility $3.3M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #87 / 258
40.7%
Facility 40.7%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #157 / 258
265869
Ignite Medical Resort Kansas City LLC
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City
90
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #21 / 257
+35%
2.95
Facility 2.95
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #209 / 251
+58%-21%
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 119
35
Facility 35
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #159 / 255
5.8
Facility 5.8
MO AVG 5.7
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 1.7
Rank #1 / 153
80-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
Hageman Investments Llc
$18.6M
Facility $18.6M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #13 / 258
$4.5M
Facility $4.5M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #51 / 258
24.2%
Facility 24.2%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #250 / 258
265872
The Summit
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City (Downtown Kansas City)
64
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #41 / 257
+29%
2.94
Facility 2.94
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #215 / 251
-31%-21%
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.3
61
Facility 61
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #230 / 255
12.2
Facility 12.2
MO AVG 5.7
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.7
56-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
Marvine, Gary Lee
$4.1M
Facility $4.1M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #204 / 258
$1.7M
Facility $1.7M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #210 / 258
40.7%
Facility 40.7%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #159 / 258
265769
Rehab of Kansas City South
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City (Downtown Kansas City)
100
89.0%
Facility 89.0%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #50 / 257
+34%
2.79
Facility 2.79
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #222 / 251
-89%-25%
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.3
46
Facility 46
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #196 / 255
3.5
Facility 3.5
MO AVG 5.7
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.7
92-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
Mercier, David
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #66 / 258
$3.9M
Facility $3.9M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #62 / 258
41.2%
Facility 41.2%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #150 / 258
265758
New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City (Downtown Kansas City)
199
80.9%
Facility 80.9%
MO AVG 66.6%
Rank #198 / 257
+21%
3.13
Facility 3.13
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #201 / 251
-32%-16%
1
Facility 1
MO AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 119
42
Facility 42
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #182 / 255
6.0
Facility 6.0
MO AVG 5.7
4
Facility 4
MO AVG 1.7
Rank #124 / 153
158-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
New Mark Operator Llc
$10.9M
Facility $10.9M
MO AVG $8.4M
Rank #56 / 258
$4.8M
Facility $4.8M
MO AVG $3.3M
Rank #38 / 258
43.9%
Facility 43.9%
MO AVG 45.6%
Rank #95 / 258
265308
Rockhill Manor Assisted Living-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City
154
-
Facility -
MO AVG 66.6%
-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 3.74
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0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.3
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 36.5
0.0
Facility 0.0
MO AVG 5.7
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.7
--
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
Rockhill Manor, Inc.
-
Facility -
MO AVG $8.4M
-
Facility -
MO AVG $3.3M
-
Facility -
MO AVG 45.6%
-
Wexford Place Assisted Living and Memory Support by Senior Star-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kansas City
98
-
Facility -
MO AVG 66.6%
-
-
Facility -
MO AVG 3.74
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0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.3
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 36.5
0.0
Facility 0.0
MO AVG 5.7
0
Facility 0
MO AVG 1.7
--
-
Facility -
MO AVG 35
Gemini Kc Land Llc
-
Facility -
MO AVG $8.4M
-
Facility -
MO AVG $3.3M
-
Facility -
MO AVG 45.6%
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Wexford Place Assisted Living and Memory Support by Senior Star is a senior living community in Kansas City, MO. It offers a unique blend of independence and support, allowing residents to live life on their own terms. The community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.
Overview of Wexford Place Assisted Living and Memory Support by Senior Star
Wexford Place Assisted Living and Memory Support by Senior Star is a senior living community in Kansas City, MO. It offers a unique blend of independence and support, allowing residents to live life on their own terms. The community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.

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Ignite Medical Resorts offers advanced medical rehabilitation combined with luxury resort hospitality. The facility provides personalized care with a focus on rapid recovery and high-quality services. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities designed to enhance their rehabilitation experience.
Overview of Ignite Medical Resort Kansas City LLC
Ignite Medical Resorts offers advanced medical rehabilitation combined with luxury resort hospitality. The facility provides personalized care with a focus on rapid recovery and high-quality services. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities designed to enhance their rehabilitation experience.

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Rockhill Manor is an Assisted Living Campus located in Kansas City. It provides supported housing for adults of all ages who have been diagnosed with a chronic mental illness. The facility offers comprehensive mental health services and life skills education.
Overview of Rockhill Manor Assisted Living
Rockhill Manor is an Assisted Living Campus located in Kansas City. It provides supported housing for adults of all ages who have been diagnosed with a chronic mental illness. The facility offers comprehensive mental health services and life skills education.

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McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is a family-owned and operated senior living community in Kansas City. It offers a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation services, and long-term care. The community is known for its supportive care, elegant apartments, and vibrant atmosphere.
Overview of Mccrite Plaza at Briarcliff Skilled Facility
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is a family-owned and operated senior living community in Kansas City. It offers a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation services, and long-term care. The community is known for its supportive care, elegant apartments, and vibrant atmosphere.

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Rehab of Kansas City South is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Kansas City, Missouri. It offers a range of services including health care, rehabilitation, and dietary management to help patients regain independence. The facility provides 24-hour nursing care and a supportive environment for both short-term and long-term stays.
Overview of Rehab of Kansas City South
Rehab of Kansas City South is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Kansas City, Missouri. It offers a range of services including health care, rehabilitation, and dietary management to help patients regain independence. The facility provides 24-hour nursing care and a supportive environment for both short-term and long-term stays.

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The Summit

3660 SUMMIT, KANSAS CITY, MO 64111-4632
Summit Grill is a neighborhood favorite in Lee's Summit, offering casual American dining. Established in 2012, it features a variety of fresh, seasonal dishes including hand-cut steaks and seafood. The restaurant provides a warm and inviting dining experience for brunch, lunch, happy hour, and dinner.
Overview of The Summit
Summit Grill is a neighborhood favorite in Lee's Summit, offering casual American dining. Established in 2012, it features a variety of fresh, seasonal dishes including hand-cut steaks and seafood. The restaurant provides a warm and inviting dining experience for brunch, lunch, happy hour, and dinner.

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Seasons Rehab and Healthcare Center offers quality long and short-term care with a specialized focus on memory care within a safe, comfortable and home-like atmosphere. The facility provides a tranquil and joyful environment that enhances the physical, mental and emotional lives of residents living with dementia. Services include skilled nursing, rehabilitation, respite care, hospice, and adult day care.
Overview of Seasons Rehab and Healthcare Center
Seasons Rehab and Healthcare Center offers quality long and short-term care with a specialized focus on memory care within a safe, comfortable and home-like atmosphere. The facility provides a tranquil and joyful environment that enhances the physical, mental and emotional lives of residents living with dementia. Services include skilled nursing, rehabilitation, respite care, hospice, and adult day care.

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Bishop Spencer Place is a distinguished retirement community located near the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City. It offers a variety of services including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, respite care, and memory care. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and dining options.
Overview of The Bishop Spencer Place, INC
Bishop Spencer Place is a distinguished retirement community located near the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City. It offers a variety of services including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, respite care, and memory care. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and dining options.

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New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center is a 199-bed facility in the heart of Kansas City, dedicated to caring for residents in a warm, home-like environment. It provides personalized care and comprehensive long-term care services under physician supervision. The facility offers memory care, short-term rehab, and a variety of daily activities.
Overview of New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center
New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center is a 199-bed facility in the heart of Kansas City, dedicated to caring for residents in a warm, home-like environment. It provides personalized care and comprehensive long-term care services under physician supervision. The facility offers memory care, short-term rehab, and a variety of daily activities.

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

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