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Best Nursing Homes in Kansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 133 nursing homes in Kansas using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in KS
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Kansas

The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.

102 facilities compared · CMS & KS Dept. of Health data

Lakeview Village
NH
AL
IL
Lenexa
184
Facility 184
KS AVG 69
Rank #3 / 224
69.6% -12%7.23 -23%+56%$35.6k184.52115A+
54
Facility 54
KS AVG 46
Rank #138 / 363
Lakeview Village, Inc$44.4M$29.7M66.9%175242
Colonial Village Overland Park
NH
AL
IL
MC
Overland Park
82
Facility 82
KS AVG 69
Rank #56 / 224
84.1% +6%4.73 -36%+2%$0289.3137-
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 46
Rank #199 / 363
Dan Chik$10.0M$3.5M35.3%175560
Ascension Living Via Christi Village McLean
NH
AL
IL
MC
Wichita (Indian Hills)
95
Facility 95
KS AVG 69
Rank #43 / 224
33.7% -58%4.47 +4%-4%$0147.0134-
47
Facility 47
KS AVG 46
Rank #186 / 363
Abigail Poff$7.8M$3.5M44.1%175543
Ascension Living Via Christi Village Manhattan
NH
AL
IL
Manhattan (Willow Grove Road)
129
Facility 129
KS AVG 69
Rank #16 / 224
92.5% +16%4.58 -46%-1%$168.9k252.8785-
10
Facility 10
KS AVG 46
Rank #339 / 363
Kenna Fischman$12.5M$6.3M50.4%175100
Protected: Rolling Hills Retirement Community
NH
AL
RC
Topeka (Southwest Topeka)
70
Facility 70
KS AVG 69
Rank #83 / 224
60.9% -23%3.87 -30%-17%$14.2k448.8143-
33
Facility 33
KS AVG 46
Rank #248 / 363
Floyd C Eaton III Trust 2012$4.6M$2.3M51.1%175165
Lexington Park Assisted Living
NH
AL
IL
Topeka (West Southwest 2)
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 69
Rank #94 / 224
83.9% +6%4.49 -50%-3%$082.7-80A+
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 46
Rank #99 / 363
Floyd Eaton$8.4M$4.3M51.3%175154
Regent Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
NC
RC
Wichita (Bradford Place)
84
Facility 84
KS AVG 69
Rank #54 / 224
83.1% +5%5.17 +6%+12%$0144.7-71-
28
Facility 28
KS AVG 46
Rank #269 / 363
Legend Senior Properties$10.9M$6.7M61.5%175527
Garden Terrace at Overland Park
NH
MC
Overland Park
163
Facility 163
KS AVG 69
Rank #5 / 224
86.5% +9%4.41 -19%-5%$87.8k456.42143-
59
Facility 59
KS AVG 46
Rank #104 / 363
Debra Biehl$16.5M$11.3M68.7%175158
Ascension Living Via Christi Village Ridge
NH
ADC
AL
IL
MC
Wichita
80
Facility 80
KS AVG 69
Rank #59 / 224
88.7% +12%4.47 -6%-4%$0162.7271-
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 46
Rank #282 / 363
Trisha Chege$13.8M$6.5M46.8%175539
Larksfield Place Independent Living
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Wichita
80
Facility 80
KS AVG 69
Rank #59 / 224
92.7% +17%5.57 -8%+20%$0134.3-80A+
32
Facility 32
KS AVG 46
Rank #252 / 363
Larksfield Place Retirement Communities, Inc$24.9M$11.8M47.4%175181
Brookdale Overland Park
NH
AL
MC
Overland Park
94
Facility 94
KS AVG 69
Rank #44 / 224
87.5% +10%4.53 +65%-2%$7.4k206.7175-
44
Facility 44
KS AVG 46
Rank #207 / 363
Kimberly Ellis$22.0M$10.9M49.6%175517
The Healthcare Resort of Kansas City
NH
AL
Kansas City (Victory Hills)
70
Facility 70
KS AVG 69
Rank #83 / 224
94.3% +19%5.05 -36%+9%$28.8k459.0362-
11
Facility 11
KS AVG 46
Rank #336 / 363
Ryan Leiker$9.0M$5.7M62.9%175548
Claridge Court
NH
IL
Prairie Village (Prairie Hills)
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 69
Rank #152 / 224
84.4% +6%4.31 +15%-7%$18.0k196.3143A+
64
Facility 64
KS AVG 46
Rank #77 / 363
Emily Filla$13.4M$7.0M51.7%175343
Brookdale Rosehill
NH
AL
Shawnee
92
Facility 92
KS AVG 69
Rank #45 / 224
81.5% +3%4.27 +42%-8%$0358.8-70A+
54
Facility 54
KS AVG 46
Rank #138 / 363
Mary Patchett$15.7M$7.5M48%175478
Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab Center
NH
HC
MC
PC
RC
Topeka (Southwest Topeka)
151
Facility 151
KS AVG 69
Rank #9 / 224
86.1% +8%3.09 -34%-33%$93.1k757.55128-
52
Facility 52
KS AVG 46
Rank #155 / 363
-$14.4M$6.8M47.1%175255
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Nursing Home Explorer
Overview of Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab

Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab is a family-owned and operated nursing home in Lawrence, KS, that offers a continuum of care, including assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. With a warm and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for in retirement. Three home-cooked meals, weekly housekeeping, and 24-hour care are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community provides care plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Social gatherings, exercises, and a variety of games foster interactions and encourage residents to make friends. Thoughtfully furnished rooms and accessible communal spaces are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have easy access to their necessities and leisure, as it is conveniently surrounded by a bank, restaurants, and bus stops in the serene residential area of Larence. This nursing home has high standards of care and a clean setting, making it one of the finest options for senior living in Kansas.

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Overview of The Healthcare Resort of Leawood

The Healthcare Resort of Leawood is a nursing home in Leawood, KS, offering assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. With its warm and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults live comfortably in retirement. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, housekeeping, and restaurant-style dining, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Through personalized care plans, residents receive the utmost attention and care for their unique needs and habits.

Social events, light physical activities, and recreational programs ensure residents can live actively and have fun. A movie theater, a well-equipped wellness gym, and a spacious outdoor courtyard are also available for residents’ leisure and wellness. Located in the serene residential area of Leawood, residents experience a laid-back lifestyle. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Kansas, especially with its comprehensive services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Reflection Living Wichita

Situated in the welcoming neighborhood of Wichita, KS, Reflection Living Wichita is a dedicated community providing personal care and memory care services. The community is unlike any long-term care home you’ve ever seen. With a maximum of twelve residents, the care is much more individualized than a nursing home and is uniquely tailored to each resident. The community’s goal is to create a safe, healthy, and socially enriching environment for its residents that they deserve.

Experience its top-quality amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy delicious and healthy home-cooked meals, assistance with daily tasks, housekeeping, medication management, and more. Have fun with daily interactive activities and create meaningful memories with weekly outings. With Reflection Living Wichita, seniors can enjoy a glorious retirement.

Contact Reflection Living Wichita

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Kansas

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Kansas?

Assisted living in Kansas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Kansas Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Kansas Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 133 nursing homes in Kansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.