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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Westwood, KS
Assisted living costs in Westwood average about $5,084 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 62 communities in Westwood. Our detailed directory has 1436 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Overland Park, Kansas City and Lee's Summit.
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I would encourage them without hesitation. [name removed] was amazing and made the process so easy. I felt like she was really invested in my mom and her recovery.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Live your best life within a dynamic, engaging community that features exceptional accommodations, services and experiences. Enjoy each day to the fullest with maximum independence, supported by a personalized care plan and passionate caregivers. Your loved one will flourish with an enriching...
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My mom has found a really good community to be a part of and is enjoying it. She appreciates being cooked for and having choices at mealtimes. The staff are friendly. And the apartment is great.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
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.
Kingswood is where you can live the life you love. Here you have maintenance-free living, great friends and neighbors, and a full continuum of care should you ever need it. All in the heart of Kansas City, and all at a great value.The Courtyards at Kingswood are designed for those who need...
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We loved everything about Brookdale. The nurses and staff all so kind and caring. Everything is kept beautifully and very clean. Food and activities were great. Our only complaint is that my uncle was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Comforts of Home, Conveniences of CommunityIf you want to exchange the burdens of everyday life for a senior living experience rich in wonderful friendships, quality care and luxury amenities, look no further. Nestled on a quiet campus with beautiful landscaping and fragrant flowers, our...
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The staff was really great about answering questions and giving updates. I think it is good to know that a lot of the staff has been there for several years. The room size was good- in memory care I think...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Beautiful Addington Place of Prairie Village is located in Prairie Village, Kansas and can be a wonderful resting home for your elderly parent. We truly understand how difficult it can be for you to find the right spot for your parent to live if they can no longer live on their own. When choosing...
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Overall, my loved ones are thrilled with their new home. They ended up securing a single family house that is adjacent to the main property. Armour Oaks is understaffed, but they get the job done. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
Armour Oaks Senior Living in Kansas City, Missouri – Kansas City’s oldest continuing Not-For-Profit entity - is located in the eclectic Waldo neighborhood at the corner of 81st and Wornall Road with easy access to I-435. This historic senior living community, just 15 minutes from the famous...
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Some of the kindest staff and management very willing to work together to customize the experience. They offer large rooms in memory care and have beautiful public areas.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
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.
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I really like this community and I feel safe that my loved one is there. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. The food is great and they have lots of activities. I would...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
We want our home to become your home. We invite you to come and live with us, be cared for by our loving staff, and participate in enjoyable activities throughout the day that provides a sense of purpose and value. Our daily activities focus on keeping the mind, body, and spirit active &...
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Everything was great, my mom didn't want to leave! The therapy team got her walking again in no time. She loved the food and fellowship, and she's now she's doing great.
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.
The Healthcare Resort of Shawnee Mission is shaping the way that healthcare is being delivered to the Greater Kansas City area. Our focus is to make your experience with us unique and memorable by providing world-class healthcare and five-star resort amenities. Our clinical team and physicians...
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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.
OUR HISTORY:We started 18 years ago as a Home Healthcare Company with Nurses and Therapists coming to the home. We saw a huge need for personal care for those with Dementia and Alzheimer’s so we started a division that specializes in home care support for those with memory conditions. As the...
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There was frequent turnover of staff, but I think that's common. The place changed ownership, and everything changed, including plan for increase in rent. I found Mom's bathroom pretty dirty a few times,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Privately owned and operated Home Plus Assisted Living and Memory Care in the Shawnee area of Johnson County. We are a smaller community compared to others, but our biggest feature is our community provides the one on one direct personal support, while receiving quality care. Whether it is a long...
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The Atrium is a good place to live. The atmosphere here is open and friendly. The design of the building adds to that, hence the name- The Atrium. It's a 7 story building and there are 2 sections in between...
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.
The Atriums Independent and Assisted Living Senior Community feels like luxurious resort living in the heart of Overland Park, Kansas. The large, elegant campus is covered with beautiful trees and plants, while also being within minutes of excellent shopping and entertainment venues. The...
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Your loving kindness and care for my parents has always been evident. We have greatly appreciated and enjoyed the atmosphere and loving care that both our parents enjoyed. Regarding staff - from the...
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.
A Better Life Is Waiting for You Life is better at Covenant Place of Lenexa. Here, you can live life on the go, or just relax. You can live the kind of life you want to live: socializing, shopping, traveling, attending the theatre, and much more. We offer the following living options:...
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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.
Vintage Park at Lenexa is an assisted living community located in thriving Lenexa, Kansas. We have been in the Lenexa area for over 20 years now adding a great sense of family and commitment to quality care. Lenexa is also known as the 'City of Festivals', because we host numerous celebrations...
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This facility has assisted living, and assisted living light (independent), as well as memory care. The assisted living and independent side was great. We really liked them. They were awesome, the food was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Village Shalom is a Continuing-Care Retirement Community located in southern Overland Park, Kansas. We offer independent living villas, assisted living apartments, short-term rehabilitation suites, long-term skilled nursing care, assisted living memory/Alzheimer' care and skilled nursing...
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So far things are working out really well for my loved one at Homestead Estates of Leawood, we have had a great experience thus far.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Homestead Assisted Living offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that allows residents to relax and enjoy every day. We strive to provide all the amenities of home to make them feel comfortable. Whatever residents like to do, they’ll be among friends who share common interests and needs. ...
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All these ratings are based during COVID. The community did a great job when my loved one was there. I would recommend this community. The manager was very good, and the staff was very friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Homestead of Overland Park is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Overland Park, KS.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require 24-hour care. Homestead of Overland Park offers many...
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My Dad has been at College Square for a little over 7 months now and we are so pleased. We know he is well cared for and loved by everyone there. We toured several places and while others may have been...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
A Warm and Welcoming CommunityWe know how difficult it is to care for a loved one dealing with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. We also understand how challenging it can feel to transition their care to someone else. But after you visit our memory care community in Overland Park, Kansas,...
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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.
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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
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.
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...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
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.
Senior Care Homes provides assisted living in Overland Park, Kansas.
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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.
Smaller is Better For the Memory-Impaired In quality medical care, as a general rule, bigger is better: Where memory loss disorders are concerned, this rule is quite the opposite. Everything about a ComfortCare Home is designed to make the surroundings familiar, the 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.
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This is a nice spacious residential house that is so inviting. Like visiting my brother as we have several areas to share and have privacy.
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.
We specialize in memory, dementia and Alzheimer's care. We provide care in a home setting as an excellent alternative to an institutional care facility. It has been proven that smaller settings help patients with cognitive issues adjust better to their surroundings and assist in slowing the...
Cost of assisted living in Westwood, KS
The average cost of senior living in Westwood is $5,084 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leavenworth, KS with an average of $4,913 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Westwood, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Westwood, KS vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Westwood, KS by room type
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What families are saying about assisted living in Westwood
Recent reviews for assisted living in Westwood
Jackson Creek Memory Care in Independence, MO
4.8
It is always a heartbreaking situation to have to place one's ailing parent in a memory care unit. Mom lived out her days with the staff singing to her and smiling with her. They encouraged her to be active and move her extremities. She was well fed and well taken care of. No nursing home is ...
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Vintage Park at Gardner
4.3
We really like the nursing staff and the manager, our only complaint we have about the place is over the weekends there are no regular staff members. The rooms are nice, and our loved ones thing the food is good.
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff to keep everyone informed and make sure care needs are being met. At Sunrise of Lenexa, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Individualized attention for unique resident needs. Residents and their families often report feeling assured by the individualized attention provided in some communities. For example, at Sunrise of Lenexa, staff members accommodate specific needs, such as helping with medication management and providing companionship for those who may be more ...
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Consistently maintained community spaces. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Residents of Trustwell Living of Raytown mention the pristine bathooms and renovated patio and dining room.
Genuinely caring and compassionate staff. Many families express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. Reviews for Chapters of Town Center frequently mention the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with the communities' caregivers.
Engaging activities for residents. Activities were a key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Avenue 81. Movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes helped residents stay engaged and active.
Flexible meal options to accommodate preferences and dietary needs. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At the Trustwell Living at Mission Springs, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, so residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
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Westwood review score based on 252 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 252 reviews of 56 Westwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Westwood 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
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Review subcategories for Westwood 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 252 reviews of 56 Westwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Westwood 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.Westwood, KS averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Care services
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Westwood assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Westwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Westwood, 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 Westwood 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 Westwood 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.3%
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Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Westwood 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 Westwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.7%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.1%
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Westwood 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 Westwood 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
51.8%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
48.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Westwood 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 Westwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
58.9%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Westwood 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 Westwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
67.9%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
41.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Westwood
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Kansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Westwood protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale College Square, Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Shawnee Hills Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Westwood, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 62 assisted living facilities near Westwood, Kansas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Westwood, Kansas are Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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