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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ellinwood, KS

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The cost of independent living in Ellinwood is about $3,267 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 110 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Call Northgate Manor today for Affordable Senior Living!At Northgate Manor we know your independence is important to you, yet it is comforting to know our professional, friendly staff is available to take care of the maintenance and service requests you may have. That is why our residents enjoy...
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Cost of independent living in Ellinwood, KS

The average cost of senior living in Ellinwood is $3,267 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alden, KS with an average of $2,487 per month.

Independent living costs in Ellinwood, KS, vs. nearby cities

Ellinwood, KS
$3,267/mo
$2,545/mo

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

Ellinwood, KS
$3,267/mo
$3,844/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Ellinwood, KS, vs. other senior living options

$4,424/mo
Independent Living
$3,267/mo

Independent living costs in Ellinwood, KS, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,133/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,896/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,722/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,428/mo

Senior living costs in Ellinwood 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: Ellinwood, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllinwood, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,267/mo$3,844/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,424/mo$5,047/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,424/mo$4,957/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Ellinwood, KS:$3,267/mo
Kansas:$3,844/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Ellinwood, KS:$4,424/mo
Kansas:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Ellinwood, KS:$4,424/mo
Kansas:$4,957/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Ellinwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Ellinwood

River Bend in Great Bend, KS

5.0
My sister lived at River Bend for almost 4 years and recently passed away there. The staff and administration are the most caring and compassionate people I have ever met. My sister absolutely loved living here and loved the food as well! They were always so helpful when we had questions and ...
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Brookdale Great Bend

4.6
It's a very pleasant place - simply the way the whole setup is done. They have a beautiful outdoor patio with trees, lawns, grass, and it's completely enclosed. The employees that I meet and work with are very friendly and helpful. There are a lot of restrictions on visiting right now due to ...
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Brookdale McPherson

4.0
I think Brookdale was a great place for my Dad. The staff is great, but like most places they're understaffed so some things could be improved. I was disappointed in the fact that the monthly payment increased $[removed] in one year.

Ellinwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellinwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellinwood, 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 Ellinwood 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 Ellinwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellinwood, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellinwood 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 Ellinwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellinwood, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellinwood 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 Ellinwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellinwood, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.4%
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Brookdale Great Bend, Legend of Hutchinson and Brookdale McPherson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ellinwood, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Ellinwood, Kansas. See the full list.
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