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The cost of independent living in Hessdale is about $4,668 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 190 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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We loved living there and would still be at Holiday Thorton Place except for the physical needs that both my wife and I are needing at this time. She has Parkinson's and I have kidney failure. We are living...
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.
Thornton Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within gorgeously landscaped grounds in the Flint Hills, you'll love the grandeur of Thornton Place while enjoying all the conveniences of nearby Topeka. We're just minutes from shopping, dining,...
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5's across the board! The staff and residents are all kind and welcoming and helpful at every turn. Apartments are a perfect size for a single person. Lovely door to an outside patio. View of the grounds...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Discover the true meaning of "home" at Aldersgate Village, where our faith-based community is built upon shared values of faith, family, and friendship. Established by United Methodist Homes, Inc. in 1979, our legacy of compassionate retirement services dates back to 1904.Nestled on a 168-acre...
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We are very happy with my Mom's care at Vintage Park. I would give everything a 5. I just received immediate help for my Mom from the staff at Vintage Park when I called them. They are so supportive of her...
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 Wamego is an assisted living community providing excellent care and a high quality of life for our residents. Located in the vibrant and progressive city of Wamego, Kansas residents enjoy access to the luxuries that come with being near a thriving city. Wamego boasts a beautiful...
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I would recommend Cedarhurst of Topeka. My husband was in the memory care unit and I felt the quality of care suffered a little because of staff turnover. The staff was very nice while they were there but...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Topeka, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Topeka, Kansas, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for...
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Smaller facility has both pros and cons, and one of the pluses was that it had a welcoming vibe - facility/staff. Services seemed to be better than some other places but not all
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.
Legend at Capital Ridge is an assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in an inviting, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We remain dedicated to those who...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Rolling Hills Assisted Living, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of...
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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.
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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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Homestead, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of life and creates new...
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.
Council Grove Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in beautiful Council Grove, KS. Our community is located in the heartland resting among the stunning Flint Hills, which offer our residents and their visitors amazing sunsets to view, and warm prairie winds from the spring and...
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Cost of independent living in Hessdale, KS

The average cost of senior living in Hessdale is $4,668 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allen, KS with an average of $2,785 per month.

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

Hessdale, KS
$4,668/mo
$3,811/mo
$5,210/mo

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

Hessdale, KS
$4,668/mo
$3,878/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$4,858/mo
Independent Living
$4,668/mo

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

Studio
$2,319/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,520/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,490/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,425/mo

Senior living costs in Hessdale 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: Hessdale, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHessdale, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$4,668/mo$3,878/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,858/mo$5,085/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,858/mo$5,003/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Hessdale, KS:$4,668/mo
Kansas:$3,878/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Hessdale, KS:$4,858/mo
Kansas:$5,085/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Hessdale, KS:$4,858/mo
Kansas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in Hessdale, KS, over time

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

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Independent living cost trends in Hessdale, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hessdale 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 median 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
Hessdale, KS$2,802/mo$2,598/mo+7.9%
Kansas$2,803/mo$2,653/mo+5.7%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Hessdale, KS
2024 average cost:$2,802/mo
2023 average cost:$2,598/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$2,803/mo
2023 average cost:$2,653/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hessdale

Recent reviews for independent living in Hessdale

Aldersgate Village Life Plan Community in Topeka, KS

4.6
We had to find a place for my mother in law when she took a turn for the worse. She spent time in the Gardens area until she was well enough to move into her own place. I didn’t like the Gardens rehab place very much. It was dated & didn’t smell clean & the staff seemed always too busy. When ...
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Cedarhurst of Topeka

5.0
What we like the most about Cedarhurst of Topeka is that they are so compassionate and friendly and caring. Make effort to know us and speak to us whenever we see them. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families base don the experience we have had so far!!

Homestead Assisted Living of Wamego

5.0
-The residents are "watched" for safety yet free to do/ be where they wish (their rooms, common areas, outside, etc). - Residents are given opportunity to select a meal of choice for their birthday making them feel special. - Plenty of excercise & activities are provided. - the small family ...
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Hessdale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hessdale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hessdale, 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 Hessdale 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 Hessdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hessdale, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Hessdale 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 Hessdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hessdale, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hessdale 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 Hessdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Thornton Place, Aldersgate Village Life Plan Community and Homestead Assisted Living of Wamego are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hessdale, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Hessdale, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Hessdale, Kansas is Holiday Thornton Place. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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