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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lake Shore, KS

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The cost of independent living in Lake Shore is about $3,669 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 73 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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Photo of The Windsor of Lawrence
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The ratio of staff to patients was very good. The staff was very caring to the patients. If you needed any information about your loved one. It was accessible from the staff at any time. The food was good....
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.
The Windsor of Lawrence is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve.We honor each resident's...
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They were always wonderful. The room sizes are very nice size, especially compared to some others that we had seen and previously been at. It is a great facility, I told them I wanted my name on the list...
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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Super great front desk staff, a responsive executive director and beautiful facility and courtyard. Yes we would recommend Cedarhurst of Lawrence to other families based on the experience we have had 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.
At Cedarhurst of Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, Kansas, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for...
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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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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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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: 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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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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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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From first site I fell in love with my place. When something is broken or something needs fixed or replaced the maintenance is out there the same day. I highly recommend Peterson Place. Keep up the good...
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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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.
Independent LivingQuiet West Lawrence Kansas LocationClose to shoppingPet Policy:Dogs are allowedCats are allowedProperty Description:Our property is conveniently located near grocery stores, banks and doctor's offices. Property grounds feature lush park like setting. Units include the following...

Cost of independent living in Lake Shore, KS

The average cost of senior living in Lake Shore is $3,669 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whiting, KS with an average of $1,986 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake Shore, KS, vs. nearby cities

Lake Shore, KS
$3,669/mo
$3,791/mo
$4,026/mo

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

Lake Shore, KS
$3,669/mo
$3,844/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Shore, KS, vs. other senior living options

$4,705/mo
Independent Living
$3,669/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Shore, KS, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,668/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,544/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,063/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Shore 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: Lake Shore, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Shore, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,669/mo$3,844/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,826/mo$5,047/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,705/mo$4,957/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Lake Shore, KS:$3,669/mo
Kansas:$3,844/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Shore, KS:$4,826/mo
Kansas:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Lake Shore, KS:$4,705/mo
Kansas:$4,957/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Shore, KS, over time

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

Lake Shore, KSKS stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Lake Shore, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Shore 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
Lake Shore, KS$2,817/mo$4,002/mo-29.6%
Kansas$2,476/mo$2,509/mo-1.3%
National$2,857/mo$2,812/mo+1.6%
Lake Shore, KS
2024 average cost:$2,817/mo
2023 average cost:$4,002/mo
Percent change:-29.6%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$2,476/mo
2023 average cost:$2,509/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,857/mo
2023 average cost:$2,812/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
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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 Lake Shore

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Shore

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!

Arbor Court Retirement Community at Alvamar in Lawrence, KS

5.0
I would give Arbor Court a 5 for all. What our family likes the most about the community is the friendliness of the staff... and lots of activities. Parking is a benefit too. Since my sis has a walker, everything is close enough she can get around.

Lake Shore independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Shore independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Shore, 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 Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore 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
27.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Windsor of Lawrence, RestWell Home Plus and Cedarhurst of Lawrence are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Shore, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Lake Shore, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Lake Shore, Kansas is Holiday Thornton Place. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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