Overview of Brookdale Topeka

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Topeka provides exceptional service for seniors in memory care. Brookdale Topeka strives to provide a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for their seniors in need of quality assistance by providing options that specifically cater to each individual’s needs while still maintaining a level of independence and individuality. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, the Brookdale branch in Topeka is guaranteed to provide a resident-centered atmosphere for its seniors, promoting a comfortable and secure living situation for them.

Life at Brookdale Topeka is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone; with the all-inclusive amenities and services provided by management, seniors are able to live hassle-free. They pride themselves on their approach to modern assisted living care which is unparalleled with their remarkable care staff that offers compassionate care with their service. 

Years in operation
28 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 27 / 100 Rank #275 / 352Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 275th out of 352 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Concierge
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Gardening
Dining
Walking Paths
Community Kitchen
Meeting Room
Lanai
Piano
Snack Shop
ActivitiesDaily activities designed to engage residents, including art classes, music programs, and fitness classes
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$8,670 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining experience designed to give dignity and independence, with dementia-friendly menus and personal dining assistance.
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 315 - 625 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Type of Rooms Available

Suite
Suite
1 / 4
Suite
1
315 - 625 sq. ft

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Topeka

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Address 5.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Topeka's city center to Brookdale Topeka's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.81 miles to nearest hospital (Topeka ER & Hospital)

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Compare Memory Care 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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
Brewster Place
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Topeka
141
Facility 141
KS AVG 69
Rank #10 / 223
No
56
Facility 56
KS AVG 47
Rank #124 / 352
Residential (44), NF (Nursing Facility) (97), SNF/NF (Combined) (97)-A+Tyrone Wilkens-15--
Cedarhurst of Topeka
MC
AL
IL
Topeka
111
Facility 111
KS AVG 69
Rank #30 / 223
Yes
20
Facility 20
KS AVG 47
Rank #312 / 352
Assisted Living (81), Residential (30) 72.1% -Jessie BirdCedarhurst Of Topeka5
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 100
Rank #36 / 147
5.0
Facility 5.0
KS AVG 4.0
Rank #118 / 147
McCrite Plaza Topeka
MC
NH
AL
HC
IL
Topeka
80
Facility 80
KS AVG 69
Rank #59 / 223
No
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 47
Rank #220 / 352
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Homestead of Topeka
MC
AL
Topeka
44
Facility 44
KS AVG 69
Rank #178 / 223
No
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 47
Rank #220 / 352
Assisted Living (44) 84.1% -Susan Bullock-13
23
Facility 23
KS AVG 100
Rank #31 / 147
1.8
Facility 1.8
KS AVG 4.0
Rank #40 / 147
Brookdale Topeka
MC
Topeka-Yes
27
Facility 27
KS AVG 47
Rank #275 / 352
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Kansas

Brookdale Topeka 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 Brookdale Topeka

Is Brookdale Topeka in a walkable area?

Brookdale Topeka has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Brookdale Topeka been in business?

Brookdale Topeka has been operating for approximately 28 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Topeka have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Topeka on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Topeka?

Yes, Brookdale Topeka allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Brookdale Topeka?

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

What is the address of Brookdale Topeka?

Brookdale Topeka is located at 5800 Sw Drury Ln, Topeka, KS 66604.

What is the phone number of Brookdale Topeka?

(785) 271-5100 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale Topeka.

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