Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments

Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments

Overview of Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments

Make the most of your best years at Cottages of Topeka, an inviting 55+ community in Topeka, KS, offering independent living. A variety of specially designed two-bedroom floor plans are provided for residents’ comfort. With easy access to local amenities, residents do not have to worry about their necessities and leisure.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delightful restaurants and shops also provide residents with plenty of delectable dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are welcome to bring their pets to prevent loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its top-notch amenities and friendly setting.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
5 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #128 / 304Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 128th out of 304 homes we track in Kansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
53 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Safety FeaturesSmoke Free Living, Wheelchair Accessible Rooms

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Activities
Touring HoursMonday 10:00AM-5:00PM; Tuesday 10:00AM-5:00PM; Wednesday 10:00AM-5:00PM; Thursday 10:00AM-5:00PM; Friday 10:00AM-5:00PM

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 917 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Parking Available

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Topeka's city center to Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around Topeka

Info below is compiled from the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Topeka Presbyterian Manor
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Topeka
123
Facility 123
KS AVG 72
Rank #18 / 174
Yes
30
Facility 30
KS AVG 48
Rank #229 / 304
Residential (55), NF (Nursing Facility) (68), SNF/NF (Combined) (68)
55.3%
Facility 55.3%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #139 / 155
-Christie Lynn PatrickCity Of Wichita7
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 100
Rank #60 / 147
5.7
Facility 5.7
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #123 / 147
Cedarhurst of Topeka
IL
AL
MC
Topeka
111
Facility 111
KS AVG 72
Rank #27 / 174
Yes
20
Facility 20
KS AVG 48
Rank #274 / 304
Assisted Living (81), Residential (30)
72.1%
Facility 72.1%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #103 / 155
-Jessie BirdCedarhurst Of Topeka Real Estate, LLC8
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 100
Rank #36 / 147
3.1
Facility 3.1
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #58 / 147
Lexington Park Independent Living
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Topeka
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 72
Rank #78 / 174
No
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 48
Rank #87 / 304
Assisted Living (60)
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #18 / 155
-Ben RigdonLexington Park LLC21
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 100
Rank #36 / 147
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #18 / 147
Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC
IL
AL
RC
Topeka
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 72
Rank #78 / 174
Yes
78
Facility 78
KS AVG 48
Rank #23 / 304
-
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
KS AVG 74.9%
Rank #138 / 155
-Renee M ElwoodVtr Hearthstone West LLC20
48
Facility 48
KS AVG 100
Rank #64 / 147
2.4
Facility 2.4
KS AVG 2.9
Rank #43 / 147
Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments
IL
Topeka (North Topeka West)-Yes
53
Facility 53
KS AVG 48
Rank #128 / 304
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Kansas

Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments is located in Topeka, 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
KS

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).
KS

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.
KS

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
KS

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 Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments

What neighborhood is Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments in?

Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments is in the North Topeka West neighborhood of Topeka.

Is Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments in a walkable area?

Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments has a walk score of 53. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments been in business?

Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments?

Yes, Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments?

Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments is located at 620 Nw Lyman Rd, Topeka, KS 66608.

What is the phone number of Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments?

(785) 246-8553 will put you in contact with the team at Cottages of Topeka Senior Apartments.

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