Avenue 81
Assisted Living in Johnson County
Assisted Living in Johnson County
Avenue 81 is a premier senior living community in Kansas City that offers residential independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The condominium-style housing boasts a vibrant community with a friendly environment that allows seniors to nurture and grow as individuals, regardless of their age. The senior living community has a personalized care program that caters to the specific needs of unique individuals– designed to ensure that seniors are able to live the Sagora experience, where the lifestyle is unmatched. Avenue 81 is proudly a luxurious senior living community that successfully receives the trust of seniors and their families knowing that they are in good hands and will be well taken care of.
Residents are able to enhance their quality of life through the community’s range of services and amenities that include culinary dining experience, full-service salon, scheduled activities, and ADLs.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
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About this community
Occupancy
Avenue 81 is legally operated by Avenue 81, and administrated by Nicholas Wysong.
Staffing
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What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Avenue 81
Inspection History
In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.
Breakdown by inspection type
- 9 other inspections
Results
1 with issues
0 without issues
Latest inspection
Inspection history
10 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Kansas average: 100 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Avenue 81
The most recent inspection on October 22, 2025, found the facility in compliance with all regulations and no new deficiencies. Prior inspections showed some deficiencies related mainly to documentation of resident care, including incident and symptom recording, and food storage practices. Earlier complaint investigations substantiated issues with updating negotiated service agreements and tuberculosis screening for new employees, as well as securing hazardous items in the memory care unit. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility appears to have addressed prior deficiencies promptly, with recent follow-up inspections confirming corrections and no new noncompliance.
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| Avenue 81 |
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 (Colonial Village) | 55 | No | 88 | Private Rooms | 81.8% | A+ | Nicholas Wysong | Avenue 81 | 9 | 10 |
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11.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Overland Park's city center to Avenue 81's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.61 miles to nearest hospital (AdventHealth Shawnee Mission)
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