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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Atchison, KS

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Assisted living costs in Atchison average about $4,999 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 152 communities in Atchison. Our detailed directory has 2076 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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So far so good. Except sometimes my loved one is depressed and doesn't want to get out of bed. She didn't want to eat which resulted in her fainting. I had to go over and take her to the ER. They could use a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Waterford SouthWaterford South is an assisted living community located in the quaint residential outskirts of Kansas City, Missouri. Just walking distance from a golf course and shopping mall, residents of Waterford South enjoy plenty of nearby entertainment and dining even while surrounded by a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
EPOCH Assisted Living of Overland Park is the residence of choice for increased independence. WE offer all the comforts of home and much more. The surroundings are charming and graceful with fine dining and exceptional amenities available to all our residents. And, most importantly, there is...
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I’ve been so pleased with them. I haven’t seen anything out of order. Right now – the owner just opened up the second one that my loved one’s in – they were short of residents right now so there might be...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
DIGNITY AND QUALITY CARE Seniors deserve to be well treated with dignity. At ANew Home we do just that by providing a place that will make your family members feel relaxed and comfortable. Located in Topeka, KS we have many characteristics that set us apart from other health care centers. We...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Caring Homes is a unique community that has raised the bar in service and care for our residents. Caring Homes is designed for residents with memory and cognitive issues. We have a director, licensed nurse, CNAs and CMAs who provide loving, professional care and activity assistants who provide...
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The homes are more of a family style and are for full care for memory care. Some employees have been here several years and are the cream of the crop. Nowhere is anything perfect but this was our choice of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Peggy Kelly House we recognize the difficult journey of those with early to middle stage Alzheimer’s and other memory related diseases. We offer a secure environment with dementia specific care. We encourage our residents to continue to make choices, but in a more secure environment. They...
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It's okay. Mother seems to be very happy there. They have both independent and assisted. They have a bus if they want to go somewhere they can. I like that we won't have to move her far if she starts to need...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of The Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village is a family owned and operated facility since 1983. With two levels of care The Village offers independence with oversight. We offer Residential Care and independent apartments. All private rooms, wall to wall carpet, professional staff and delicious meals makes The Village feel like...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Atchison, KS

The average cost of senior living in Atchison is $4,999 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Robinson, KS with an average of $3,158 per month.

Assisted living costs in Atchison, KS, vs. nearby cities

Atchison, KS
$4,999/mo
$4,876/mo
$4,731/mo

Assisted living costs in Atchison, KS, vs. state and national averages

Atchison, KS
$4,999/mo
$5,085/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Assisted living costs in Atchison, KS, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,999/mo
$4,928/mo

Assisted living costs in Atchison, KS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,392/mo
Studio
$4,484/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,251/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,646/mo

Senior living costs in Atchison vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Atchison, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAtchison, KSKansasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,999/mo$5,085/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,928/mo$5,003/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living$3,418/mo$3,878/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Atchison, KS:$4,999/mo
Kansas:$5,085/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Atchison, KS:$4,928/mo
Kansas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Atchison, KS:$3,418/mo
Kansas:$3,878/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in Atchison, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Atchison and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Atchison, KS

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Atchison have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Atchison, KS$5,168/mo$5,354/mo-3.5%
Kansas$5,342/mo$5,329/mo+0.2%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Atchison, KS
2024 average cost:$5,168/mo
2023 average cost:$5,354/mo
Percent change:-3.5%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$5,342/mo
2023 average cost:$5,329/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Atchison, KS

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Atchison.

What families are saying about assisted living in Atchison

Recent reviews for assisted living in Atchison

Lexington Park in Topeka, KS

4.0
I was very impressed with our experience at Lexington Park, it's a very nice place for independent senior living! It's a nice looking place, the people are all very friendly, and the apartments are a very nice size for the price! I would highly recommend them!

Homestead Assisted Living of Atchison

5.0
Vintage Park at Atchison was a pleasant community. My wife stayed for a short time for respite care. We both enjoyed the variety of food that they served. They offered many activities and my wife had a great time participating. The staff took good care of her and were very easy to communicate ...
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Westchester Village of Lenexa

4.6
Mom's 1st fall led to 9 weeks of pain and substandard care in rehab facilities and with her passing. During this 9 weeks it was decided that Mom and Dad would not be able to remain in their home of 50+ years and after extensive research Westchester Village was selected for their Assisted Living ...
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Atchison review score based on 484 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 484 reviews of 136 Atchison assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Atchison review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Atchison review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Atchison, KS136 facilities
7.8
Lancaster, KS106 facilities
7.9
Huron, KS89 facilities

Review subcategories for Atchison assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 484 reviews of 136 Atchison assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Atchison resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.4
3.6
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.4
3.5
Activities
3.3
3.5
Value for cost*
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3.6
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Atchison assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Atchison assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Atchison, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Atchison assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Atchison that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
64%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.7%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.2%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.3%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.1%
52.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Atchison assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Atchison Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Atchison, KSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.1%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.4%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.1%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Atchison assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Atchison partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.7%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
40.4%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.1%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Atchison assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Atchison communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.8%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.8%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
39.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Atchison assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Atchison offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Atchison, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.3%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.7%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.8%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.8%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
53.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.1%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.1%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Atchison

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Kansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Atchison protect seniors.
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Vintage Gardens, Senior Star at Wexford Place and The Ashton on the Plaza are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Atchison, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 152 assisted living facilities near Atchison, Kansas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Atchison, Kansas is Shawnee Hills Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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