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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Kansas is $2,908, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Jefferson County area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Photo of Legend at Capital Ridge
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8.4
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79 reviews
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Keep your own doctor. Do not go with their "doctor " that is offered. She is an APRN, and is never available. She was to see my dad within 48 hours. After 4 weeks we were still waiting to see her and she...
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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Photo of Meadowlark Estates
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8.2
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28 reviews
8.2
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28 reviews
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Transportation services are great for those who are capable of climbing stairs. Like everywhere staff is key and with one exception the staff are the best I've seen. – Responsive, caring, thorough, and...
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.
We believe that Meadowlark Estates Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Meadowlark Estates Gracious...
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Photo of Benton House of Staley Hills
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8.2
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21 reviews
8.2
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So far it has been a positive experience, the staff is friendly and helpful. Dining is transitioning with new staff and they are listening to the residents making positive changes. The facility is clean 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 Staley Hills the most desired in the...
Photo of Garden Village
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1616 Floor plans available
8.1
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112 reviews
8.1
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112 reviews
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The company that provides in home services on site is a third party separate from the building management company and is paid separately.
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.
Garden Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping and linen...
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Photo of Addington Place of Shoal Creek
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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66 reviews
8.0
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66 reviews
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The staff is kind, attentive, and encouraging. I would recommend to others. The layout of Addington is simple and my mom finds it easy to navigate. Also Empower physical, occupational, and speech therapy is...
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.
Welcome to Addington Place of Shoal Creek! A beautiful community decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is just a call away.Addington Place of Shoal Creek enjoys...
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Photo of Topeka Presbyterian Manor
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99 Floor plans available
8.0
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5 reviews
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As my Mom’s needs change, the staff here do well to adjust as needed. A variety of activities help her get out of her apartment and moving. The other residents also look out for her. She has a community of...
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.
Photo of Delaware Highlands
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8.0
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12 reviews
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Staff is amazingly helpful, friendly and professional. Yes, we would recommend Delaware Highlands to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Delaware Highlands Assisted Living is focused on providing assisted living services for the low to moderate income senior adult. Delaware Highlands offers a warm home-like setting for all our residents. We provide affordable assisted living in a compassionate, caring manner so that senior adults...
Photo of Homestead Assisted Living of Baldwin City
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8.0
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The food was great. There were quite a few activities although I don't have another place for comparison. The "assist" was limited not recommend for dementia individuals. Cleaning staff was excellent (no...
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 Baldwin City is an assisted living community in beautiful rural Kansas. Residents enjoy being a part of an active, vibrant community with a wealth of social activities and delicious, restaurant-style dining. Vintage Park at Baldwin City offers supportive assistance when and where...
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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.
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Photo of Homestead of Lenexa
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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25 reviews
8.0
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25 reviews
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All 5's - I'm impressed with how much staff must attend to in short windows and make it all work for the residence...my loved one was a real stress test on the system! Administration was always available 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.
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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Photo of McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff
99 Photos available
8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
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I would say that no matter where a loved one lives that the family or one family member should definitely be involved on a regular basis. Especially someone who needs extra care. Like Alzheimer's. Some...
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.
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is a family owned and operated senior-living community that provides the full continuum of care. The McCrite family opened the original McCrite Plaza in 1975 in Topeka, KS and in December of 2013 opened their Kansas City location in the Northland. Nestled in the bluffs...
Photo of Brookdale Overland Park
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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38 reviews
8.0
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38 reviews
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I have found the staff and administration very friendly and helpful. They keep me informed of all changes in her heath, behavior and medications. Room size is fine.
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.
Comforts of Home, Conveniences of CommunityIf you want to exchange the burdens of everyday life for a senior living experience rich in wonderful friendships, quality care and luxury amenities, look no further. Nestled on a quiet campus with beautiful landscaping and fragrant flowers, our...
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Photo of Village Shalom
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8.0
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This facility has assisted living, and assisted living light (independent), as well as memory care. The assisted living and independent side was great. We really liked them. They were awesome, the food was...
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.
Village Shalom is a Continuing-Care Retirement Community located in southern Overland Park, Kansas. We offer independent living villas, assisted living apartments, short-term rehabilitation suites, long-term skilled nursing care, assisted living memory/Alzheimer' care and skilled nursing...
Photo of Homestead Assisted Living of Ottawa
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8.0
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The staff is very helpful and friendly. They try to have a variety of activities. The room size is ok. A little on the smallish side but doable. I would recommend The Vintage Park in Ottawa.
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 Ottawa is a family focused ASSISTED LIVING community in the town of Ottawa, Kansas. Ottawa is a historical midwestern town with a plethora of cultural and recreational activities including antique stores, live theater, museums, lakes for fishing, farms, camps, cultural centers,...
Photo of Redbud Plaza Assisted Living
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Mom was only there a short time before going to the nursing home. She needed more care. So not much experience . One thing... the food was not good Dry she said. People all nice and helpful especially with...
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.
Live life to the fullest at Redbud Plaza!Redbud Plaza Assisted Living offers a warm, friendly, home-like atmosphere. Redbud is owned by Community Healthcare System (CHCS) and opened in early Spring 1999. Located in Onaga, Kansas, nestled in the state’s scenic Flint Hills, Redbud offers...
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Photo of Kingswood Senior Living
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8.0
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9 reviews
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Since the sale of the property the food has declined substantially. Very few choices and quality has gone down. I am looking at moving because the new owners do not care about the residents. The staff is...
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.
Kingswood is where you can live the life you love. Here you have maintenance-free living, great friends and neighbors, and a full continuum of care should you ever need it. All in the heart of Kansas City, and all at a great value.The Courtyards at Kingswood are designed for those who need...
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Photo of Homestead Assisted Living of Osage City
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Patient care is excellent. The staff and on-site management are very personal and caring for the residents and family members. There are many types of activities and entertainment offered to the residents....
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.
What a bustling little community you will find this to be. Their doors are always welcome to anyone who wishes to stop by for a visit. They host an annual garage sale, car show, Easter egg hunt, and many dinners and parties throughout the year. With all this going on, Jodi Smith, Director even...
Photo of The Oxford Grand at Shoal Creek
1010 Photos available
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I moved my aunt to the Oxford grand from an assisted living home in Saint Joseph,. I needed her closer to me and there were some issues at the other home that were undesirable. At the time she moved, she was...
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.
Our VisionOur experiences, and our hearts, have taught us well that success in this industry is defined by the genuine care and respect that we extend to the senior community and their families. For us, that care and respect is intrinsic to who we are.
Photo of Connect55 Plus Olathe
1010 Photos available
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A year ago I liked the staff and the person that gave me the tour was nice and helpful. The facility seemed nice and is close to a lot of stores and restaurants. The people that lived here were very nice too
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luxurious Senior Living in OlatheCome as Strangers, Live as Friends® at Connect55+ Olathe, where you’ll experience comfortable, worry-free living. Connect55+ communities offer spacious, pet-friendly one- and two-bedroom senior apartments with indulgent amenities, including private patios or...
Photo of Benton House of Lenexa
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.5
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The only reason it isn't 5 stars is because we had to move my Dad out because their staff is not allowed to care for a catheter & he required one. We have moved him to Brookdale Shawnee, which has more...
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 Lenexa the most desired in the...
Photo of Benton House of Tiffany Springs
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.5
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7.5
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It has been overall mostly a positive experience. It is cleaner than most I believe. The staff has been great.. When it comes to the care services it gets a 4 because we are new to this type of facility....
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 Tiffany Springs the most desired in the...
Photo of The Barrymore
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7.5
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Everyone made you feel very comfortable in this transition of living. The staff are very helpful, caring and understanding people who cannot accept the assistant living part
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.
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Photo of Connect55 Plus Kansas City
77 Photos available
7.5
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This is an independent living apartment complex. Management is not on premises full time. There is an activity person who is very good and a maintenance person who is very good. A little disappointed with my...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent 55+ Living in Kansas City, MOConnect55+ Kansas City is conveniently located in Kansas City, Missouri, yet tucked away in a quiet, country setting. Come as Strangers, Live as Friends® at our welcoming, pet-friendly community that offers active seniors a high quality of life with...
Photo of The Community Apartments at Antioch Crossing
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5 days a week w breakfast They do not feed.the people Get together and potluck Have lots of activities monthly birthday parties. Quiet. Also a library w very good books ?? Managers very friendly I really...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Newest 55+ Apartment Community in North Kansas City! Move into your brand new home today! We have one bedrooms starting at $975 and two bedrooms staring at $1150! Restaurants and shopping at your door!
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Photo of Homestead Assisted Living of Tonganoxie
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7.0
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Staff is helpful and supportive. Facility is very clean. Mom was able to make friends and enjoy the social activities. According to my mom, more choices and quantity would improve the food. I believe they...
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 Tonganoxie is a beautiful assisted living community located in the growing community of Tonganoxie, Kansas. Tonganoxie is well known throughout the state for providing a high quality of life for residents including a low crime rate, high quality educational opportunities, peaceful...

Cost of independent living in Jefferson County, KS

The average cost of senior living in Kansas is $2,908 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

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

Semi-Private
$2,787/mo
Studio
$2,820/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,311/mo

Senior living costs in Kansas vs. 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 state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeKansasU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$2,908/mo$3,520/mo17.4% below national median
Assisted Living$5,773/mo$5,830/mo1.0% below national median
Memory Care$7,205/mo$6,999/mo2.9% above national median
Independent Living
Kansas:$2,908/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:17.4% below national median
Assisted Living
Kansas:$5,773/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:1.0% below national median
Memory Care
Kansas:$7,205/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:2.9% above national median
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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 Jefferson County

Recent reviews for independent living in Jefferson 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!

Jefferson County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jefferson County, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.2%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.8%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.5%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.6%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jefferson County, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.6%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
39.1%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.4%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.7%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.2%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
49.8%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.6%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

RestWell Home Plus, Riverstone Retirement Community and Town Village of Leawood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jefferson County, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 247 independent living facilities near Jefferson County, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Jefferson County, Kansas are Riverstone Retirement Community, Novel Place Overland Park and Holiday Thornton Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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