Best Nursing Homes in Kansas

Updated Apr 2026

We analyzed 350 homes in Kansas

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

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Kansas: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

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17 facilities compared · CMS & KS Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Lakeview Village		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. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. 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).	Lenexa	184	100.0% Facility 100.0% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #1 / 134	+26%	7.23 Facility 7.23 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #1 / 130				-19%	+56%	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.3	18 Facility 18 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #33 / 132	4.5 Facility 4.5 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #35 / 132	2 Facility 2 KS AVG 1.7	112	A+	54 Facility 54 KS AVG 38 Rank #11 / 50	Lakeview Village, Inc.	$66.9M Facility $66.9M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #1 / 131	$25.9M Facility $25.9M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #1 / 131	38.8% Facility 38.8% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #46 / 131	175242
Colonial Village Overland Park		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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. 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).	Overland Park	82	84.1% Facility 84.1% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #82 / 134	+6%	4.73 Facility 4.73 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #56 / 130				+68%	+2%	2 Facility 2 KS AVG 1.3	28 Facility 28 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #80 / 132	9.3 Facility 9.3 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #120 / 132	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.7	34	-	45 Facility 45 KS AVG 38 Rank #19 / 50	Chik, Dan	$11.6M Facility $11.6M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #31 / 131	$3.2M Facility $3.2M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #65 / 131	27.2% Facility 27.2% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #129 / 131	175560
Regent Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare		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).	Wichita (Bradford Place)	84	83.1% Facility 83.1% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #83 / 134	+5%	5.17 Facility 5.17 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #37 / 130				-30%	+12%	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.3	14 Facility 14 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #16 / 132	4.7 Facility 4.7 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #42 / 132	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.7	71	-	28 Facility 28 KS AVG 38 Rank #30 / 50	Legend Senior Properties	$15.9M Facility $15.9M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #23 / 131	$6.0M Facility $6.0M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #20 / 131	37.7% Facility 37.7% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #72 / 131	175527
Lexington Park Assisted Living	-	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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. 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).	Topeka (West Southwest 2)	60	- Facility - KS AVG 79.5%	-	- Facility - KS AVG 4.63	-	-	-	-	-	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.3	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 26.9	0.0 Facility 0.0 KS AVG 6.1	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.7	-	A+	60 Facility 60 KS AVG 38	-	- Facility - KS AVG $7.3M	- Facility - KS AVG $3.3M	- Facility - KS AVG 47.9%	-
Advanced Health Care of Overland Park		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).	Overland Park	38	79.5% Facility 79.5% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #91 / 134	0%	5.02 Facility 5.02 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #43 / 130				+39%	+8%	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.3	22 Facility 22 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #53 / 132	4.4 Facility 4.4 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #31 / 132	2 Facility 2 KS AVG 1.7	38	-	62 Facility 62 KS AVG 38 Rank #5 / 50	Hura, Paul	$10.3M Facility $10.3M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #44 / 131	$3.6M Facility $3.6M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #53 / 131	35.1% Facility 35.1% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #112 / 131	175542
Lexington Park Independent Living	-	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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. 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).	Topeka (West Southwest 2)	60	90.0% Facility 90.0% KS AVG 79.5%	+13%	- Facility - KS AVG 4.63	-	-	-	-	-	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.3	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 26.9	0.0 Facility 0.0 KS AVG 6.1	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.7	54	-	60 Facility 60 KS AVG 38	-	- Facility - KS AVG $7.3M	- Facility - KS AVG $3.3M	- Facility - KS AVG 47.9%	-
Village Shalom		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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. 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).	Overland Park (Menorah Park)	219	29.7% Facility 29.7% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #131 / 134	-63%	6.86 Facility 6.86 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #4 / 130				-59%	+48%	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.3	32 Facility 32 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #92 / 132	8.0 Facility 8.0 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #107 / 132	2 Facility 2 KS AVG 1.7	63	-	27 Facility 27 KS AVG 38 Rank #33 / 50	Abrams, Michael	$27.8M Facility $27.8M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #4 / 131	$9.5M Facility $9.5M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #10 / 131	34% Facility 34% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #97 / 131	175441
Garden Terrace at Overland Park		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. 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).	Overland Park	163	86.5% Facility 86.5% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #77 / 134	+9%	4.41 Facility 4.41 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #75 / 130				+14%	-5%	3 Facility 3 KS AVG 1.3	45 Facility 45 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #116 / 132	6.4 Facility 6.4 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #92 / 132	2 Facility 2 KS AVG 1.7	145	-	59 Facility 59 KS AVG 38 Rank #7 / 50	Biehl, Debra	$22.9M Facility $22.9M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #7 / 131	$9.8M Facility $9.8M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #7 / 131	42.9% Facility 42.9% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #78 / 131	175158
The Healthcare Resort of Kansas City		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. 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).	Kansas City (Victory Hills)	105	62.9% Facility 62.9% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #116 / 134	-21%	5.05 Facility 5.05 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #41 / 130				-55%	+9%	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.3	45 Facility 45 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #116 / 132	9.0 Facility 9.0 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #117 / 132	3 Facility 3 KS AVG 1.7	59	-	11 Facility 11 KS AVG 38 Rank #46 / 50	Leiker, Ryan	$11.3M Facility $11.3M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #35 / 131	$5.0M Facility $5.0M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #39 / 131	43.9% Facility 43.9% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #71 / 131	175548
Stratford Commons Rehabilitation & Health 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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. 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).	Overland Park (Stratford Place)	60	88.3% Facility 88.3% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #66 / 134	+11%	3.79 Facility 3.79 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #101 / 130				+7%	-18%	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.3	44 Facility 44 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #114 / 132	14.7 Facility 14.7 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #131 / 132	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.7	56	-	47 Facility 47 KS AVG 38 Rank #16 / 50	Joseph Charles Tutera 2013 Family Irrevociable Trust Agreement	$10.3M Facility $10.3M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #43 / 131	$3.3M Facility $3.3M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #61 / 131	32% Facility 32% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #120 / 131	175549
ManorCare Health Services-Overland Park		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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. 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).	Overland Park	120	86.5% Facility 86.5% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #77 / 134	+9%	3.79 Facility 3.79 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #101 / 130				-33%	-18%	5 Facility 5 KS AVG 1.3	56 Facility 56 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #128 / 132	7.0 Facility 7.0 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #98 / 132	4 Facility 4 KS AVG 1.7	105	-	35 Facility 35 KS AVG 38 Rank #25 / 50	-	$8.0M Facility $8.0M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #63 / 131	$3.2M Facility $3.2M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #63 / 131	39.9% Facility 39.9% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #81 / 131	175180
Kansas City Transitional Care		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).	Kansas City (Rosedale)	96	97.9% Facility 97.9% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #26 / 134	+23%	3.08 Facility 3.08 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #124 / 130				-11%	-34%	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.3	42 Facility 42 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #111 / 132	5.3 Facility 5.3 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #55 / 132	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.7	90	-	79 Facility 79 KS AVG 38 Rank #1 / 50	Ignite Kumed Jv Llc	$14.1M Facility $14.1M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #22 / 131	$4.3M Facility $4.3M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #43 / 131	30.6% Facility 30.6% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #125 / 131	175544
Pleasant View Home Health		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).	Inman	122	100.0% Facility 100.0% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #1 / 134	+26%	6.55 Facility 6.55 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #7 / 130				+25%	+41%	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.3	22 Facility 22 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #53 / 132	5.5 Facility 5.5 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #60 / 132	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.7	78	-	26 Facility 26 KS AVG 38 Rank #34 / 50	Franz, Brad	$11.7M Facility $11.7M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #32 / 131	$5.4M Facility $5.4M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #31 / 131	46.3% Facility 46.3% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #57 / 131	175406
Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation	-	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).	Kansas City (Victory Hills)	127	89.5% Facility 89.5% KS AVG 79.5% Rank #57 / 134	+13%	3.83 Facility 3.83 KS AVG 4.63 Rank #101 / 130	-	-	-	-18%	-17%	2 Facility 2 KS AVG 1.3	33 Facility 33 KS AVG 26.9 Rank #94 / 132	5.5 Facility 5.5 KS AVG 6.1 Rank #60 / 132	1 Facility 1 KS AVG 1.7	117	-	57 Facility 57 KS AVG 38 Rank #9 / 50	Schulte, Cory	$15.0M Facility $15.0M KS AVG $7.3M Rank #19 / 131	$6.9M Facility $6.9M KS AVG $3.3M Rank #15 / 131	45.9% Facility 45.9% KS AVG 47.9% Rank #65 / 131	175298
The Manor Skilled Nursing	-	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).	Wichita	-	- Facility - KS AVG 79.5%	-	- Facility - KS AVG 4.63	-	-	-	-	-	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.3	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 26.9	0.0 Facility 0.0 KS AVG 6.1	0 Facility 0 KS AVG 1.7	-	-	58 Facility 58 KS AVG 38	-	- Facility - KS AVG $7.3M	- Facility - KS AVG $3.3M	- Facility - KS AVG 47.9%	-

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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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