What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Do you help families that need Medicaid?

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Medicalodges Leavenworth | Nursing Home in Kansas

Overview of Medicalodges Leavenworth

Medicalodges Leavenworth is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community serving the short-term and long-term care needs of residents of Leavenworth, Kansas and surrounding communities. The highly skilled staff assist residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical, emotional, and social well-being. Medicalodges Leavenworth is uniquely 100% employee owned, ensuring a vested interest in providing quality care.

(913) 772-1844

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 45

45-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

82%

In line with Kansas average

Occupied beds

37 / 45

Average residents 50 per day

Facility TypeNursing Facility

StatusActive

CountyLeavenworth

License Number175162

Medicalodges Leavenworth is administrated by Patrick N. Burke.

Owner NameMEDICALODGES INC

Rehabilitation Services

Skilled Nursing

Rehabilitation

Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Long-term Care, Activities, Amenities

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Latest inspection

Date July 31, 2025

319 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Kansas average: 100 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Medicalodges Leavenworth

The most recent inspection on July 29, 2025, identified a deficiency related to failure to protect a cognitively impaired resident from financial misappropriation, which caused emotional distress and immediate jeopardy. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving resident care, infection control, medication management, staffing, and documentation, with multiple complaint investigations substantiating issues such as abuse reporting delays and nursing competency concerns. The main themes across citations included resident protection and safety, nursing staff training and oversight, infection prevention, and medication administration practices. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, including the recent financial misappropriation case, while others involved unsubstantiated allegations or issues that were later corrected. The facility has demonstrated some improvement following prior citations, but recent findings indicate ongoing challenges in safeguarding residents and ensuring consistent staff competency.

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5 facilities compared · CMS & KS Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Arma Operator LLC		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). 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.	Arma	45	92.3%	+16%	3.27				+39%	-29%	15	3.8	1	40	-	-	-	$4.3M	$2.3M	53.2%	175353
Medicalodges Leavenworth	-	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). 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.	Leavenworth	45	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
The Cottages Senior Care Living	-	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). 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.	Garden City	12 Residents	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0.0	0	-	-	20	-	-	-	-	-
Access Mental Health LLC	-	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). 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.	Peabody	45	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Agewise Living Inc	-	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). 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.	Sterling	45	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Arma Operator LLC

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Arma

Bed Count: 45

Occupancy: 92.3%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +16%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.3

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+39%

Staffing vs State Avg: -29%

Citations: 15

Citations per Inspection: 3.8

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 40

Home Revenue: $4,315,735.00

Payroll Costs: $2,297,709.00

Payroll %: 53.2%

CCN: 175353

Medicalodges Leavenworth

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Leavenworth

Bed Count: 45

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

The Cottages Senior Care Living

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Garden City

Bed Count: 12 Residents

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Access Mental Health LLC

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Peabody

Bed Count: 45

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Agewise Living Inc

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Sterling

Bed Count: 45

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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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).

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

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).

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.

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kansas SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Kansas resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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)

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