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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fontana, KS

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The cost of independent living in Fontana is about $3,648 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 215 options. Read 2820 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
Now Open! Call and reserve your new one-bedroom apartment now. This new exciting senior apartment community is exclusive for those 62 years of age and better. Parallel Senior Villas is conveniently located only 3 miles west of Interstate 635 in Kansas City, Kansas. Plus you can shop and dine at...
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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.
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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.
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Excellent, Excellent care here! My husband was at another Rehab and he was not doing well. This rehab is so beautiful. The surrounding is humble and uplifting. Especially for my husband as he is demanding....
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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.
This new Senior Apartment Community is exclusive for those 62 years and older. The all new all one bedroom apartment community is conveniently located close to Downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Your new, one bedroom apartment is equipped to improve your lifestyle. You will enjoy the community room...
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The staff at this community are very helpful. When my aunt first moved in she was not able to stay in her apartment so they found her another one. They also helped her move so she would not have to pay...
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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.
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We are extraordinarily happy here, they are phenomenal! It's independent, and they don't have a kitchen or do meals here. They do have a nice clubhouse. They bring in different people, they brought in one...
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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.
Pebblebrooke Villas offer independent living in a comfortable, maintenance provided community for those 55 and older. Pebblebrooke is located in Basehor, Kansas. Basehor is conveniently located close to Kansas City, KS, Shawnee, Lawrence and Leavenworth. Basehor offers a small-town atmosphere...
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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.
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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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Fontana, KS

The average cost of senior living in Fontana is $3,648 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garnett, KS with an average of $2,549 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fontana, KS vs. nearby cities

Fontana, KS
$3,648/mo
$3,523/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fontana, KS vs. the state and national average

Fontana, KS
$3,648/mo
$3,790/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fontana vs. other types of senior living

$4,980/mo
Independent Living
$3,648/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fontana, KS by room type

Semi-Private
$4,571/mo
Studio
$4,665/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,675/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,821/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,746/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Fontana over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Fontana

Recent reviews for independent living in Fontana

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.

Vintage Park at Ottawa

4.7
This is a nice place for your loved one to be. I would recommend to take your loved one to see the community. If you can stay a little bit and see activities in the community you will be able to see how things go.

Senior Star at Villa Ventura in Kansas City, MO

5.0
So far I'm very satisfied with Villa Ventura!!! I'm extremely pleased with [name removed] who set the expectation for the facility!!! She went over and beyond to accommodate getting my mom situated with limited notice. Most of the Interim Home Health staff are great as well. I'm grateful that ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of activities for residents. Residents appreciate the numerous activities offered at various senior living communities. At Brookdale Overland Park 119th, residents enjoy playing word games, attending book club, and participating in exercise classes. At Novel Place Overland Park, residents engage in card games and arts a ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Staff members at senior living communities are often mentioned for their friendliness and helpfulness. For example, at Overland Park Place, staff members are described as remembering residents' preferences and being very accommodating. At Anthology of Olathe, the staff is praised for their k ...
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Cleanliness of facilities. Cleanliness is a top priority for many residents and their families when choosing a senior living community. At Brookdale Overland Park 119th, the apartments are described as remarkably clean considering previous occupants. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, the dining hall and common areas are ...
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Home-like atmosphere. Many residents value the feeling of being at home in their senior living community. At Brookdale Overland Park 119th, the atmosphere is described as active and friendly. At Garden Villas of Lenexa, the staff and residents are described as making the community feel like a close-knit neighborh ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Meals are a significant factor in the overall satisfaction of senior living communities. At The Princeton Senior Living, the food is described as delicious and the menu offers a variety of options. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, the dining hall serves home-cooked meals and residents are ple ...
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Accommodating to residents' needs. Senior living communities that are accommodating to residents' needs are highly valued. At Brookdale Overland Park 119th, the staff is described as diligent in finding ways to meet residents' needs. At Garden Villas of Lenexa, the apartment is quiet and comfortable, and the bathrooms are pra ...
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Fontana independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fontana independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fontana, 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 Fontana 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 Fontana 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
34.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.6%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.9%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Fontana 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 Fontana communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
31.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
37.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fontana 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 Fontana offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
46.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.8%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.8%
45.8%
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Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Brookdale Overland Park 119th are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fontana, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 215 independent living facilities near Fontana, Kansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Fontana, Kansas are Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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