Branchwood Village

Q: What neighborhood is Branchwood Village in?

Branchwood Village is in the West Lawrence neighborhood.

Q: Is Branchwood Village in a walkable area?

Branchwood Village has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Does Branchwood Village have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Branchwood Village on this page.

Q: Are there photos of Branchwood Village?

Yes — there are 13 photos of Branchwood Village in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Branchwood Village?

Branchwood Village is located at 651 Branchwood Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049.

Q: What is the phone number of Branchwood Village?

(785) 838-3317 will put you in contact with the team at Branchwood Village.

Q: Is Branchwood Village Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Branchwood Village is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Branchwood Village

Spend your best years at Branchwood Village, a one-of-a-kind residents-owned community in Lawrence, KS, offering independent living. With beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom accommodations, residents can be comfortable and safe. The community also ensures residents have easy access to their necessities with various local amenities nearby.

Residents will not run out of things to do with inviting communal spaces and recreational opportunities. A full kitchen is also available, allowing residents to prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. With “while-you’re-away services”, residents can rest assured of maintaining their homes without hassles. The community is also equipped with a scenic garden, a club room, a woodworking shop, a craft room, a fitness center, and a club room, making it an enticing retirement option for those looking to live independently in retirement.

(785) 838-3317

Walk Score: 47 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Safety Featuressecure building

Minimum Age62+

Fitness Center

Exercise Room

Spa

Dining Room

Restaurant

Garden

Craft Room

Private Dining

Guest Suites

ActivitiesResidents can participate in various community activities and have access to a woodworking shop, craft room, and community garden.

Specific ProgramsHomes, Member Comments, Member Area, BV Shop, Branchwood weather station

Touring HoursMonday-Thursday: 8:00 am-2:30 pm

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Parking Available

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Branchwood Village

4.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Lawrence's city center to Branchwood Village's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+

General Kansas resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home- level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires care level assessment.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+

General Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Homemaker services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Kansas resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Kansas resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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What neighborhood is Branchwood Village in?

Branchwood Village is in the West Lawrence neighborhood.

Is Branchwood Village in a walkable area?

Branchwood Village has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does Branchwood Village have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Branchwood Village on this page.

Are there photos of Branchwood Village?

Yes — there are 13 photos of Branchwood Village in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Branchwood Village?

Branchwood Village is located at 651 Branchwood Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049.

What is the phone number of Branchwood Village?

(785) 838-3317 will put you in contact with the team at Branchwood Village.

Is Branchwood Village Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Branchwood Village is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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