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.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #186 / 363Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 186th out of 363 homes in Kansas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Featuressecure building

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Exercise Room
Spa
Dining Room
Restaurant
Garden
Private Dining
Guest Suites
Activitieswoodworking shop, craft room, community garden
Touring HoursMonday-Thursday: 8:00 am-2:30 pm

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Exercise Programs

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Parking Available

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

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Kansas

Branchwood Village is located in Lawrence, Kansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kansas.

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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).
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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
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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).
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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.
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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
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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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Branchwood Village

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.

Does Branchwood Village provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Branchwood Village is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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