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Best Senior Care in Kansas

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026

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

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Compare Senior Care around Kansas The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.

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Sunrise of 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.

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.

Overland Park
82Yes 52 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Daniel ChikColonial Village160
Mission Chateau Senior Living Community
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).

Prairie Village (Prairie Village)
88Yes 64 Assisted Living (48), Residential (40) 81.8% -A Miles Nease-66
The Heritage of 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.

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.

Overland Park (Windsor Manor)
72No 19 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms--Kristin Dankof-40
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
158Yes 54 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed 100.0% A+Richard Alan Turley Jr-60
Aventura Senior Living at Overland Park
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.

Overland Park (Park Meadow)
72Yes 30 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Kristin Dankof-40
Sunrise of Leawood
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).

Leawood (Town Center Business Park)
105Yes 62 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite 71.4% -Darin Cizerle-2255
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
40Yes 45 1 Bed / 2 Bed 84.1% -Daniel ChikColonial Village160
Parkwood 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.

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.

Pratt
73No 70 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 86.3% -Sharon Will-146
Dove Estates Senior Living Community
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.

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.

Goddard (Goddard)
80No 20 Assisted Living (80) 67.5% -Sara Miller-1341
Avita Assisted Living and Memory 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.

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.

Wichita (The Dell)
100No 28 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 89.0% -Jennifer StastnyAvita Senior Living At Rolling Hills1636
Legend at Capital Ridge
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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Topeka (Southwest Arvonia Place)
76No 38 1 Bed 2.6% -Ashley Burnison-1717
Brewster Place
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.

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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Topeka (South/Southeast 1)
97No 56 Residential (44), NF (Nursing Facility) (97), SNF/NF (Combined) (97) 74.3% A+Tyrone Wilkens-150
Colonial Oaks at Leawood
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.

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.

Leawood (Grace Gardens)
87No 10 Private Rooms 73.6% -Kent McgeeneyColonial Oaks At Leawood921
Regent Park Assisted Living & Memory 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.

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.

Wichita (Bradford Place)
87No 28 1 Bed / 2 Bed 80.5% ATraci Hayden-1954
Cedarhurst of Topeka
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.

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.

Topeka
111No 20 Assisted Living (81), Residential (30) 72.1% -Jessie BirdCedarhurst Of Topeka525
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Kansas Christian Home is a senior living community located in Newton, Kansas. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living alternatives, memory care, and skilled nursing. The facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
Overview of Kansas Christian Home
Kansas Christian Home is a senior living community located in Newton, Kansas. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living alternatives, memory care, and skilled nursing. The facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

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Protection Valley Manor

600 S BROADWAY, PO BOX 448, PROTECTION, KS 67127
Protection Valley Manor is a skilled nursing home located in Protection, Kansas. It aims to inspire and nurture the human spirit of its residents, providing a variety of activities tailored to individual preferences. The facility emphasizes a family-like atmosphere filled with laughter and love.
Overview of Protection Valley Manor
Protection Valley Manor is a skilled nursing home located in Protection, Kansas. It aims to inspire and nurture the human spirit of its residents, providing a variety of activities tailored to individual preferences. The facility emphasizes a family-like atmosphere filled with laughter and love.

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Medicalodges Wichita

2280 S MINNEAPOLIS AVE, WICHITA, KS 67211-5398
Medicalodges Wichita is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community serving the short-term and long-term care needs of residents of Wichita, Kansas and surrounding communities. The highly skilled staff of professionals assist residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical, emotional and social well-being. Medicalodges Wichita is 100% employee owned, ensuring a personal, vested interest in providing quality care.
Overview of Medicalodges Wichita
Medicalodges Wichita is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community serving the short-term and long-term care needs of residents of Wichita, Kansas and surrounding communities. The highly skilled staff of professionals assist residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical, emotional and social well-being. Medicalodges Wichita is 100% employee owned, ensuring a personal, vested interest in providing quality care.

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Medicalodges Columbus

101 LEE AVENUE, PO BOX 351, COLUMBUS, KS 66725-351
Medicalodges Columbus is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community serving the short-term and long-term care needs of residents of Columbus, Kansas and surrounding communities. The highly skilled staff assists residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical, emotional, and social well-being. Medicalodges Columbus is 100% employee-owned, ensuring a personal investment in the quality of care provided.
Overview of Medicalodges Columbus
Medicalodges Columbus is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community serving the short-term and long-term care needs of residents of Columbus, Kansas and surrounding communities. The highly skilled staff assists residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical, emotional, and social well-being. Medicalodges Columbus is 100% employee-owned, ensuring a personal investment in the quality of care provided.

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Family Health & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Wichita, Kansas. It is designed to provide residents with a sense of home and independence, featuring private bedrooms and a professional care team. The facility has received several awards for excellence in senior living.
Overview of Family Health & Rehabilitation Center
Family Health & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Wichita, Kansas. It is designed to provide residents with a sense of home and independence, featuring private bedrooms and a professional care team. The facility has received several awards for excellence in senior living.

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Cedarhurst of Lawrence offers exceptional senior living with personalized care, engaging programs, and a vibrant community in Lawrence, KS. Residents can choose from assisted living or memory care options, with a focus on comfort and support. The community features all-day dining, wellness programs, and a variety of activities to enhance daily life.
Overview of Cedarhurst of Lawrence Operator, LLC
Cedarhurst of Lawrence offers exceptional senior living with personalized care, engaging programs, and a vibrant community in Lawrence, KS. Residents can choose from assisted living or memory care options, with a focus on comfort and support. The community features all-day dining, wellness programs, and a variety of activities to enhance daily life.

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Lakeview Village is a senior living community located in Lenexa, Kansas. It offers a variety of living options including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. The community features amenities such as a fitness center, wellness center, and dining venues.
Overview of Lakeview Village
Lakeview Village is a senior living community located in Lenexa, Kansas. It offers a variety of living options including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. The community features amenities such as a fitness center, wellness center, and dining venues.

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Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital is focused on providing comfort and specialized medical care. It offers inpatient acute rehabilitation, brain injury rehabilitation, and skilled nursing services. The facility is the only Medicaid-approved inpatient brain injury rehabilitation hospital in Kansas.
Overview of Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital is focused on providing comfort and specialized medical care. It offers inpatient acute rehabilitation, brain injury rehabilitation, and skilled nursing services. The facility is the only Medicaid-approved inpatient brain injury rehabilitation hospital in Kansas.

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Phillips County Retirement Center

1300 STATE STREET, PO BOX 628, PHILLIPSBURG, KS 67661-628
Phillips County Retirement Center is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the elderly of Phillipsburg and surrounding communities with complete, 24-hour nursing care and coming soon, assisted living. The mission of Phillips County Retirement Center is to provide physical, mental, social, and spiritual assistance and care for the elderly, disabled or disadvantaged persons regardless of financial resources or ethnic origin. The facility strives to maintain and improve the quality of care and quality of life of the residents served.
Overview of Phillips County Retirement Center
Phillips County Retirement Center is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the elderly of Phillipsburg and surrounding communities with complete, 24-hour nursing care and coming soon, assisted living. The mission of Phillips County Retirement Center is to provide physical, mental, social, and spiritual assistance and care for the elderly, disabled or disadvantaged persons regardless of financial resources or ethnic origin. The facility strives to maintain and improve the quality of care and quality of life of the residents served.

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Winfield Rest Haven is a nonprofit adult care home located in a quiet residential area next to Cherry Street Park in Winfield, Kansas. It offers skilled nursing care, independent living apartments, and various therapy services. The facility emphasizes a comprehensive approach to care, addressing both medical and social needs.
Overview of Winfield Rest Haven Ii Lc
Winfield Rest Haven is a nonprofit adult care home located in a quiet residential area next to Cherry Street Park in Winfield, Kansas. It offers skilled nursing care, independent living apartments, and various therapy services. The facility emphasizes a comprehensive approach to care, addressing both medical and social needs.

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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.

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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.

How much does this service cost?

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. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.