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The cost of independent living in Hillsboro is about $3,515 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 103 options. Read 801 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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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.
McCall Manor is an independent living community located in the beautiful city of Salina, Kansas. The area has numerous restaurants, historical sites and museums to provide a high quality of entertainment to everyone. A part of Saline County, Salina is a wonderful place to live and the inviting...
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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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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.
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.
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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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.
Regal Plaza is a senior apartment community, located in Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. Wichita is the largest city in Kansas. Wichita is a city full of things for its residents to do. It is known as the cultural center for Kansas. Residents can visit the Wichita Art Museum, the Wichita...
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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.
Calvary Towers is a senior apartments community located in Wichita, Sedgewick County, Kansas. Managed by Young Management Corp., Calvary Towers bases rent on a resident's income, making these senior housing apartments a reasonably priced option in Sedgwick County. The four-story high rise...
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.
Cornerstone Ridge Plaza, also known as 'Via Christi,' is an assisted living community located in Wichita, KS. Wichita is a large city in Sedgwick County and home to about 382,000 people. Wichita is a fun town and residents will have a great time going out to planned events, going to restaurants...
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I would say that we are pretty satisfied with my mother's care and she is content there. If you can afford it, it's a pretty good place. Yes I would recommend.
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.
The Good LifeWhen you decide to join our assisted living community in Wichita, Kansas, prepare to enjoy more time freedom than ever. This is a place that provides you with everything some spacious private accommodations and inviting common rooms to personalized care and more, but we also handle...
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Mother has been well cared for. The food has been good for her and she has developed an appreciation for some of the staff, even though in her condition she tends to judge people rather harshly. The house...
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.
Photo of The Villas at Hampton Lakes
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Plaza North Senior Residences is an apartment community designed with all of the comforts and conveniences in mind for resident's ages 55 or better. This beautifully landscaped community is located in northeast Wichita and is conveniently connected to the North east Senior Center which houses a...
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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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I chose Twin Lakes Apartments mainly for the location. The apartment I had had a swimming pool right out behind it with a fountain. We would go everyday when the weather permitted and sit around and talk. I...
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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Whoever wrote that review in 2015 is a liar!! Shadyway Plaza is a wonderful place to live for people age 50 and up. One of our residents is 104 years old and doesn't have one complaint and none of us are...
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: 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.
Cedarhurst of WichitaAt Cedarhurst of Wichita, 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 Wichita, Kansas, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living...
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These are so nice and affordable. They are only 3 years old so everything is brand new and maintenance and management are AMAZING!!!
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.
Regal Cottages is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. Regal Cottages is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, coffee shops, banking, houses of worship, parks, nail and beauty salons, opportunities for...
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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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Situated in the beautiful town of Wichita, Sedgwick County, KS, West Park Tower offers senior citizens a comfortable, full-service living situation where they can truly enjoy life. With more than 100 parks in the area, there is no question that there are plenty of nature-centric things to do and...
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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.
At The Mapleton we understand that feeling at home is more than simply having a beautiful place to stay; it’s about being in a place where you feel connected to family, friends and community. We want each of our residents to feel that the entire Mapleton home is an extension of their own living...
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Cost of independent living in Hillsboro, KS

The average cost of senior living in Hillsboro is $3,515 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ramona, KS with an average of $2,322 per month.

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

Hillsboro, KS
$3,515/mo
$2,808/mo
$2,383/mo

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

Hillsboro, KS
$3,515/mo
$3,811/mo
U.S. national average
$4,042/mo

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

$4,844/mo
Independent Living
$3,515/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,875/mo
Studio
$4,766/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,820/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,663/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,144/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Hillsboro over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Hillsboro

Recent reviews for independent living in Hillsboro

Brookdale Junction City

4.8
I have been very satisfied with Brookdale. The staff made my mom's transition to assisted living very smooth. They were very helpful in making my mom feel at home. The staff is always pleasant and happy to help in any way.

Marion Assisted Living LLC

4.8
We feel good about our parents being in this facility. The staff is very caring and look after them very well. My parents wish their apartment was a little larger - but the apartment is nice. . I gave food a four, but I feel that this is difficult for staff, due to inflation. I do believe they ...
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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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Hillsboro independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hillsboro independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro 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
31.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.6%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
38.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.6%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.9%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20.2%
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Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.2%
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There are 103 independent living facilities near Hillsboro, Kansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Hillsboro, Kansas are Parkwest and The Regent. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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