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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 Independent Living of Lawrence

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Lawrence, KS, Pioneer Ridge Independent Living of Lawrence is an astounding community that offers independent living. The community also provides assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay. Weekly housekeeping and maintenance are taken care of, providing residents more time to do the things they love.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Three delicious and healthy home-cooked meals are served daily to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. For residents’ convenience, scheduled transportation is also available. Amenities include a bistro, a pub, a movie theater, an art room, a fitness center, a salon, a barber shop, and communal spaces, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Healthcare Resort of Olathe

The Healthcare Resort of Olathe is a facility dedicated to redefining the healthcare experience by seamlessly integrating hospitality and medical care. Located in Olathe, Kansas, this innovative healthcare resort offers a unique blend of luxurious amenities and advanced medical services, creating a healing environment that promotes both physical and emotional well-being.

With a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals, the Healthcare Resort of Olathe strives to deliver top-notch medical care while ensuring that residents and patients feel at home. The facility boasts modern and comfortable accommodations, gourmet dining options, and a range of recreational activities to enhance the overall experience.

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Overview of Aberdeen Village a Ccrc

Welcome to Aberdeen Village, a faith-based, senior living community located in Overland Park, Kansas offering a range of care options in a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) setting. As a Life Plan Community, Aberdeen Village provides residents with a variety of choices for how to live and engage, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation (PATH®), and respite care.

Aberdeen Village prides itself on serving residents with compassion and respect, providing a fulfilling and enriched senior living experience. Its faith-based approach creates a welcoming and supportive environment for residents to thrive and enjoy a sense of community. Discover the exceptional living options and care services available at Aberdeen Village, where residents can experience the freedom to embrace life to the fullest.

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Overview of Life Care Center of Kansas City

Life Care Center of Kansas City is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs. 
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; as well as their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other services include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.

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Overview of Brookdale Overland Park

Revel in the beautiful gardens of Brookdale Overland Park, a reliable senior living community located at West 119th Street, Overland Park, providing independent living. The community features a wide range of well-designed and graceful floor plans, ensuring a relaxing and safe residence. Live with confidence and let go of your woes about maintenance and housekeeping with a team of friendly, compassionate, and well-trained professionals ready to lend support around the clock.

With its convenient location at the heart of the city, residents enjoy historic and scenic views. For seniors who like to stay at home, fun activities are waiting to be explored. Prioritizing its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves delectable and nutritious meals daily. Brookdale Overland Park fosters a pet-friendly community and is a great place for leisure and wellness with wonderful amenities including a library, a fitness center, an outdoor pool, an arts and crafts studio, a sports bar, a general store, a game room, a fireside living room, meeting rooms.

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Overview of Westchester Village of Lenexa

Discover the vibrant senior living community at Westchester Village of Lenexa in Kansas, where purpose, passion, and joy abound. This well-maintained community offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and long-term care, as well as short-term rehab services. Residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle with a plethora of activities, from movie nights to arts and crafts, church services, and engaging card games. The community goes above and beyond, organizing outings such as dinners, concerts, and museum visits, adding an extra layer of excitement and fun to their residents’ lives.

Here, residents experience spacious apartments and tastefully designed interiors that create a warm, home-like environment. The community takes pride in offering a variety of living options, including private rooms, private suites, and enhanced semi-private rooms. With a focus on providing a supportive and enriching atmosphere, Westchester Village of Lenexa senior living stands as an excellent choice for independent living near you, providing residents with a comfortable and engaging lifestyle tailored to their preferences.

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Overview of Aberdeen Village

Nursing home qualifications, along with assisted senior living, find an exceptional embodiment at Aberdeen Village. Rooted in a philosophy that encourages seniors to embrace their independence while receiving the support they need, this Olathe, Kansas community offers a diverse spectrum of care options. From memory care to assisted living levels of care, Aberdeen Village provides a comprehensive range of services, each tailored to meet individual needs.

At Aberdeen Village, memory care options are thoughtfully designed to cater to residents with specific needs, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Alongside these offerings, a dynamic spectrum of care is available, empowering seniors to make the most of their social, emotional, and spiritual lives. With its distinctive Christian values, not-for-profit ethos, and an array of engaging programs, Aberdeen Village stands as a haven where seniors can thrive while receiving the care and support they deserve.

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Overview of The Healthcare Resort of Kansas City

Situated at 8900 Parallel Parkway in Kansas City’s Victory Hills neighborhood, The Healthcare Resort of Kansas City operates 105 beds under private ownership by Ryan Leiker.

The facility launched in May 2015 as a dual nursing home and assisted living community accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents. Its 3-star overall CMS rating reflects mixed clinical performance. The current census is 66 residents at 62.9% occupancy, below the Kansas state average of 79.5%. The facility’s care model emphasizes short-stay rehabilitation, with an average length of stay of 58 days.

Five surveys since 2021 identified 54 deficiencies; 46% fewer than the typical Kansas nursing home. Yet the July 2024 routine inspection found 13 deficiencies spanning resident safety, medication management, and training compliance.

Notably, the facility received three serious citations, 233% above the Kansas state rate for this severity level. A March 2024 complaint investigation documented failure to prevent surgical amputation when inadequate diabetic foot wound care allowed progressive infection.

CMS imposed a $29,000 penalty in July 2024.

Total nursing coverage averages 5 hours 3 minutes per resident daily, 7% above Kansas state average. Nurse aide hours average 3 hours 18 minutes (22% above state), and on-site physical therapy runs 8 minutes per resident per day—triple the state average. The staff-to-resident ratio of 3.24:1 is 45% better than state norms.

However, payroll represents only 54.5% of revenue, placing the facility near the bottom third statewide on this metric.

The facility achieved 5-star performance on quality measures, 55.8% above Kansas averages. Long-stay residents show strong functional recovery, with 72.2% achieving expected self-care ability at discharge (35% above state average) and 63.8% successfully returning home or community (26% above average). Conversely, 17.6% of residents experienced significant unintended weight loss—246% worse than state average—and pressure ulcer rates in high-risk residents run 30% above state average.

The facility serves primarily short-stay Medicare rehabilitation and private-pay admissions requiring skilled nursing intervention during transitional care episodes.

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Claridge Court

8101 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS 66208
Overview of Claridge Court

Lifespace Communities Inc. is a senior living community located in Prairie Village, Kansas. It offers a classic lifestyle in a beloved neighborhood, focusing on providing residents with a supportive and encouraging environment. The community is dedicated to helping residents live with ambition and purpose.

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village

Nestled in the heart of Hutchinson, Kansas, Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village is a haven of compassionate care for seniors, surpassing mere housing. This vibrant village provides a spectrum of living options tailored to individual needs, such as a specialized Memory Care unit for those with memory challenges. Hutchinson Village caters to diverse requirements. The devoted staff at Hutchinson Village goes beyond attending to physical well-being, extending their care to encompass the mind and spirit of each senior resident. 
At Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village, seniors share their stories and celebrate them. The community is dedicated to prioritizing the well-being of its residents, providing a space where they can find solace in their hearts and embrace a fulfilling season. The abundance of amenities adds to the community’s allure, from the inviting clubhouse patio to the wellness center promoting a healthy lifestyle. The dining room, chapel, library, and salon collectively contribute to fostering a sense of community, seamlessly weaving home comforts into the fabric of daily life. Engaging in friendly conversations, participating in spiritual gatherings, or enjoying the well-appointed game room, residents flourish in an environment that places a premium on top-notch service and holistic memory care services. 

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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.