Homestead Estates
Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Wichita, KS

Homestead Estates

Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Wichita, KS

Overview of Homestead Estates

Homestead Estates is a senior living community in Oklahoma housing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Homestead prides themselves in giving off a warm and welcoming environment. They excel in providing the right level of service with their professional care that finds solutions to any need an individual may have. As a proud member of the Midwest Health Family of Communities, Estates provides a reasonable price for families seeking to find a home that is affordable yet gives an excellent quality of service. Homestead is trusted to be one of the senior living homes in Wichita that provides quality living that is driven to enhance the lifestyle of seniors during their retirement period.

Life at Homestead is designed to meet the needs of residents from all living options; designed to stay active, receive help with daily activities, and receive mental stimulation for those suffering with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Their amenities encompasses the needs of all seniors as a way to provide convenience and access around the building: movie theater, fitness center, billiards room, and library; with essential services that help with a hassle-free daily living: housekeeping, recreational activities, engaging social activities, and delicious meals provided in their dining area.

(316) 799-0044

Types of Care at Homestead Estates

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #48 / 224Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 224 homes in Kansas. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kansas SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
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: 53 / 100 Rank #143 / 363Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd out of 363 homes in Kansas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Kansas SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
60%
Rank #184 / 217Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 184th out of 217 homes in Kansas. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 217. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Kansas average: 79.5%
Occupied beds
54 / 90
Average occupied beds in Kansas homes 50 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
CountySedgwick
License NumberN087048

Ownership & Operating Entity

Homestead Estates is legally operated by Homestead Estates Wichita, and administrated by Kimberlie Stewart.

OwnerHOMESTEAD ESTATES WICHITA LLC

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
90 units
Total beds
90 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactDerek Wheeler, Owner

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Indoor Pool
Home-Cooked Meals
Laundry Services
Housekeeping
Pet-Friendly Environment

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree home-cooked meals daily prepared by the culinary team.

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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.

Since 2012 · 14 years of data 34 deficiencies 20 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Kansas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2012 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (66% below)
• Deficiencies per year (66% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (45% below)
• Total inspections (38% below)
Latest Inspection January 2, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 34100 This facility has 66% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (34 vs. KS avg 100).↓ 66% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2012. 2.47.1 This facility has 66% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (2.4 vs. KS avg 7.1).↓ 66% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.73.1 This facility has 45% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (1.7 vs. KS avg 3.1).↓ 45% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2032 This facility has 38% fewer total inspections than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (20 vs. KS avg 32).↓ 38% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on November 18, 2024, found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility was in compliance with all regulations. Prior inspections in late October 2024 identified several deficiencies related to documentation of Do Not Resuscitate orders, negotiated service agreements, medication administration responsibilities, tuberculosis testing, and securing hazardous chemicals. Earlier reports also noted issues with medication management, emergency preparedness, and food storage, with some complaint investigations substantiated but no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports. Most complaint investigations were unsubstantiated or addressed through plans of correction. The facility appears to have made improvements recently, correcting all cited deficiencies from the prior inspection cycle.

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Address 10.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wichita's city center to Homestead Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.79 miles to nearest hospital (Love Deborah S)

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Financial Assistance for
Retirement Homes in Kansas

Homestead Estates is located in Wichita, 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).
KS

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 Homestead Estates

What neighborhood is Homestead Estates in?

Homestead Estates is in the Minneha neighborhood of Wichita.

Who is the owner of Homestead Estates?

The legal owner and operator of Homestead Estates is Homestead Estates Wichita.

Is Homestead Estates in a walkable area?

Homestead Estates has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Homestead Estates?

According to KS state health department records, Homestead Estates's license number is N087048.

What is the occupancy rate at Homestead Estates?

Homestead Estates's occupancy is 60%.

Who is the administrator of Homestead Estates?

Kimberlie Stewart is the administrator of Homestead Estates.

How many beds does Homestead Estates have?

Homestead Estates has 90 beds.

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