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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Derby, KS
The cost of independent living in Derby is about $3,723 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 69 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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It is a great community and most of the staff is very friendly. The meals are good but very small portions and not much variety from week to week. The amenities i.e. house keeping, laundry rooms, etc are...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown is a vibrant Independent Living community located in Wichita, Kansas. Ascension Living serves residents and families in more than 50 senior communities across 12 states. We are the largest Catholic Senior Living provider in the United...
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The Staff is excellent. They are caring and friendly. I feel like my mother is well taken care of. The activities are okay but I think more thought could be put into them. My mom doesn't like participating...
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.
A Rich and Full RetirementPrepare to discover a rich and full retirement here in our assisted living community in Derby, Kansas. You will love the intimate, single-story building that provides you with endless opportunities to explore new hobbies and make new friends. Because we handle all the...
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The community is very welcoming, helpful and understanding. I'm glad my Dad has the staff at via Christi McLean, it may be a bit run down compared to other facilities, but I will take this staff over...
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.
COMMUNITY OVERVIEWMinutes from downtown in West Wichita and just a stone’s throw from the Arkansas River, Via Christi Village is one of the most popular senior living communities in the area. As a continuing care retirement community, we offer all living choices on our campus, including...
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I think it's a very nice place. I always feel very welcomed there when I visit. Everyone is very friendly. The administrator is a very nice woman and has helped me out immensely. It's always very tidy. ...
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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.
Homestead of Derby is a senior care community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Derby, 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 Derby offers many services and amenities including...
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The Staff at Copperstone were very helpful in getting Mom moved in & taking care of the transition. They are all kind & go out of their way to make this potentially difficult time as easy as possible. The...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Copperstone Retirement is located in Derby, KS. This community is an independent living community, and it offers residents a great place to call home. Derby is a part of Sedgwick County, and it provides a quiet place for individuals to call home. Those who spend time in Derby as residents or...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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They try to make her feel like she is a part of the community and help her out. They could improve on the variety in their diet. Also, we are having some issues with medication. We have some problems with...
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.
Avita Senior Living in Derby is designed to give each resident a sense of home and independence. We are built much more like one's own home where bedrooms are located close to living and dining areas. Our community has 33 private rooms and features 6 floor plans to choose from. Each room has...
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.
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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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the facility has really came a long way. Its clean, caters to all ages, offers alot of activities and you never smell bad odors like you do in alot of facilities. Its like a city within a city with their...
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.
Affordable community with 4 different sizes & floor plans of apartments in a quiet neighborhood.Individual Climate Control, Emergency Call System, Secured Entrance and Security Cameras, Patios and Balconies in all apartments, Kitchens in all apartments, Month-to-Month Rent and 24 Hour Nursing...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Huston Center is an affordable senior housing apartment complex and independent living community for seniors 55 and older located in Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. Huston Center is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, grocery stores, public transportation, and more. At Huston...
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What a wonderful community of residents and staff! Prairie Homestead is like living in a neighborhood where everyone knows each other and cares about all the neighbors. I never thought I wanted to leave my...
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.
As one begins to consider retirement years, it may be the Independent or Assisted Living opportunities at Prairie Homestead Senior Living that fits into your plans. Serving the Wichita community since 1965, Prairie Homestead is centered on the motivation and influence of the Christian faith. As...
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Cost of independent living in Derby, KS
The average cost of senior living in Derby is $3,723 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Douglass, KS with an average of $3,119 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Derby, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Derby, KS vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Derby
Recent reviews for independent living in Derby
The Regent in Wichita, KS
5.0
My mother moved into an apartment at The Regent when maintaining her own home became too much responsibility. We were thoroughly impressed with the facility, the staff and programming. It's like a nice hotel; from the décor to the dining to the professionalism of all the employees. Clearly, a ...
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Brookdale Tallgrass in Wichita, KS
4.4
I like that it is a smaller community. You get to know the staff pretty well, and get to know who the caregivers are. I don't think they check in on my loved one as much as I would like to. They do a lot of great activities during the week to keep the residents busy. The weekends are pretty ...
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Comfort and Love Wichita
4.3
Over I liked the directors and staff. I felt there were not enough events/activities. In some ways their newness showed. Still figuring some things out. They offer activites such as; craft, group exercise,trivia/word games. and occasional entertainment.
Derby independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Derby independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Derby, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Derby independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Derby 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
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20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Derby independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Derby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Derby independent 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 independent living communities in Derby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown, Avita Senior Living at Rolling Hills and The Regent are the top-rated independent living facilities near Derby, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Derby, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Derby, Kansas are The Regent and Parkwest. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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