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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Douglas County, KS

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The cost of independent living in Douglas County is about $3,248 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 233 options.

Read 4145 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Lawrence, Gardner and Topeka.

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Photo of Benton House of Olathe
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44 Floor plans available
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Benton House has superseded all of our expectations, and Mom loves living there. [name removed], and all of the staff there, go above and beyond to help the residents and their families become situated and...
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Olathe the most desired in the...
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The staff seems to be very nice and caring even when the patients are having a bad day. I have eaten there, and I found the food to be very good. The manager and supervising nurse ([name removed]) are very...
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 of Shawnee is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee offers many services and amenities...
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Initially my parents were very sad to leave their home, but their health and limited mobility made it too difficult to live on their own. Since moving to Santa Marta their health has improved and so has...
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.
We’ve created The Plaza Health Services at Santa Marta to best provide care to those who need it. It’s easy to explain how things work — we provide the best care possible for those you love. Without hidden fees, or confusing choices that overlap. We offer care in four easy-to-understand levels:...
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When I interviewed at Silvercrest I found [name removed] to be gracious and helpful. I moved in [date removed] and I find the staff friendly and helpful, from the top on down. The girls who clean are...
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.
Silvercrest at College View is an exciting new concept in Senior Community Living with lots of variety and amenities to choose from. Our unique and beautiful brand new buildings are contemporary and do not look like the traditional retirement or Assisted Living community. Large spacious floor to...
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The apartment that my friend is in is perfect. She has a door in her living room that goes to the outside so she can take her dogs out. She has a washer sand dryer in her apartment, I think the place is...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Rosewood Place is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Lenexa, Johnson County, Kansas. Rosewood Place is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, coffee shops, banking, houses of worship, parks, nail and beauty salons, opportunities for...
Photo of Homestead Assisted Living of Lenexa North
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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.
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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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
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.
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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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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It's a wonderful place. They're very open to visitors, even through Covid. In fact, I've stayed there for a week with my family member. The only restriction was that you couldn't be out in the common...
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.
Vintage Park at Paola is an assisted living community located in the small and charming town of Paola, Kansas. Our rural town is friendly and welcoming with plenty of recreational opportunities including lakes, pools, and adult educational programs. Paola is proud of our small town culture, our...
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I can't say enough about the therapy and nursing care my mother got while at the resort. The therapists are wonderful and the nursing care she got was outstanding. Everyone treated her with respect and...
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.
The Healthcare Resort of Kansas City is a new, upscale assisted living community located in Kansas City, KS. Kansas City is located in Wyandotte County and is home to over 146,000 people. Kansas City is a bustling and busy city with restaurants, sports events and shopping. Residents can enjoy...
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Photo of Antioch Valley Senior Living
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We have recently had problems with Rose Estates--some due to lack of staffing, which is a common problem with such facilities and some due to some irresponsible staff members.
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.
At Rose Estates Assisted Living, we're committed to delivering the amenities, care and service that our residents and their families deserve. We personalize our programs and services to provide the right balance of care and assistance as your needs change. Our friendly staff is dedicated to...
Photo of Shawnee Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
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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
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.
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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The Twin Oaks team is wonderful! Lori is such a caring Director and [name removed] works diligently, wearing several hats to keep the residents happy! They are truly a family and for the almost 4 yrs Mom...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Twin Oaks Independent Living is designed to maintain individuality and independence. Our elegant community provides hospitality and a worry free lifestyle in a safe and secure environment. Interesting and exciting social, recreational and educational activities and events are part of our...
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Mom loved it. It was a good fit for her. She moved in like a trooper ready for the last phase of her life until she got to meet her Jesus for her forever life. We would recommend this community to other...
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.
Vintage Park at Stanley is an assisted living community located in the desirable Midwestern city of Overland Park, Kansas. Overland Park is a bustling metropolis, offering an abundance of fine dining and world-class shopping, community centers, a stunning arboretum and botanical gardens and...
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The staff have been good to work with and do try their best during these trying times. My mom has bonded with a couple of them. And they were in contact when my mom had to go to the hospital last month. It...
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.
Your search is over. One look at the beautifully manicured lawns, spacious apartments and elegant decor, you'll know this is a great place to call home. Lounge by the fire, watch your favorite television program or listen to the player piano with your friends. Birds singing and crickets chirping...
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Healthcare Resort of Leawood took fantastic care of my mom during a difficult time. The facility is immaculate, the staff highly trained and the food is amazing. Laura treated the family with the utmost care...
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.
The Healthcare Resort of Leawood is changing the way that healthcare is being delivered to the Kansas City metropolitan area. With the fusion of world-class healthcare and personalized hospitality, you encounter an experience that is truly unique and memorable.Our employees are a critical piece...
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What we really like about Colonial Oaks is that they provide a wide array of care for a single price. Activities etc. Based on our experience we would recommend this community to other families who are...
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.
Colonial Oaks at Leawood is a beautiful community located in South Leawood, KS with Assisted Living and Memory Care options available. We also offer temporary Respite stays to meet your needs. We take pride in having a dedicated and knowledgeable team who strives to provide a safe and enjoyable...
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This community serves my needs very well. My loved ones are comfortable in their apartment and they have everything that they need. I also enjoy going over there to see my loved ones.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Discover your destination for luxurious independent living at The Fairways of Ironhorse. Situated in the picturesque city of Leawood, Kansas, adjacent to Overland Park and a mere 30 minutes from downtown Kansas City, our elegant community offers energetic retirees the ideal combination of...
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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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Unfortunately my mother wasn't at Vintage Park for very long before she passed away last year. But we were so happy with her care while she was there. The staff was amazing. They really made my mom feel...
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.
Vintage Park at Louisburg is an assisted living care community located in scenic Louisburg, Kansas. The town of Louisburg is historic and quaint, offering several options for recreation. C Our community is proud to be a part of Louisburg and is actively involved with the town through our...
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Affordable housing for seniors 62 or BETTER. Your rent and deposit will be based off of 30% of your income. This beautiful oasis is near downtown Kansas City, Kansas. Our beautiful community features fully shelved library, a comfortable community room complete with computer lounge with Wi-Fi...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Immanuel Manor Apartments-55+ years old and/or disabled. This lovely building has charm and is a very warm place to live. Not only is it centrally located,we have ton of activities waiting just for you. In the summer we have a community garden adjacent to our property.
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I can't say enough about the staff at Beautiful Savior assisted living. Every one of their nurses, nurse aids, housekeepers and maintenance staff are so friendly. It was hard for my mom to leave her home and...
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.
Beautiful Savior Home is a not-for-profit organization, we believe in the right of every individual to receive quality care and we strive to maintain and improve each resident’s quality of life and to develop relationships with residents, families, and employees that demonstrate love, respect,...
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I have family who lives there and they love it!! The staff is friendly and nice. They always have some kind of activity going on. All the residents are happy and full of life when Im there. The facility is...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...

Cost of independent living in Douglas County, KS

The average cost of senior living in Douglas County is $3,248 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shawnee County, KS with an average of $2,791 per month.

Independent living costs in Douglas County, KS, vs. nearby counties

Douglas County, KS
$3,248/mo

Independent living costs in Douglas County, KS, vs. state and national averages

Douglas County, KS
$3,248/mo
$2,908/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Douglas County, KS, vs. other senior living options

$6,630/mo
Independent Living
$3,248/mo

Independent living costs in Douglas County, KS, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,764/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,332/mo

Senior living costs in Douglas County 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: Douglas County, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDouglas County, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,248/mo$2,908/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,914/mo$5,773/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,630/mo$7,205/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Douglas County, KS:$3,248/mo
Kansas:$2,908/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Douglas County, KS:$5,914/mo
Kansas:$5,773/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Douglas County, KS:$6,630/mo
Kansas:$7,205/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Douglas County, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Douglas County 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.

Douglas County, KSKS stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Douglas County, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Douglas County 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 average 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
Douglas County, KS$3,099/mo$3,000/mo+3.3%
Kansas$2,979/mo$2,719/mo+9.6%
National$3,338/mo$3,198/mo+4.4%
Douglas County, KS
2024 average cost:$3,099/mo
2023 average cost:$3,000/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$2,979/mo
2023 average cost:$2,719/mo
Percent change:+9.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,338/mo
2023 average cost:$3,198/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Douglas County

Recent reviews for independent living in Douglas County

Homestead Assisted Living of 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.

Lexington Park Independent Living in Topeka, KS

4.6
My Grandparents really love it. There are a lot of activities and the facility is very nice.

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!

Douglas County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Douglas County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Douglas County, 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 Douglas County 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 Douglas County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Douglas County, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Douglas County 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 Douglas County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Douglas County, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Douglas County 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 Douglas County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.9%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.2%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brandon Woods at Alvamar, The Windsor of Lawrence and Homestead of Eudora are the top-rated independent living facilities near Douglas County, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 233 independent living facilities near Douglas County, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Douglas County, Kansas are Riverstone Retirement Community, Holiday Thornton Place and Novel Place Overland Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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