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The cost of independent living in Leawood is about $2,946 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 259 options.

Read 4814 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Kansas City, Overland Park and Lee's Summit.

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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.
Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Lawrence, KS.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require 24-hour care. Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living offers many...
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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.
Superior Park is known for its accommodations for mental health patients. We understand the importance of patient independence and socialization, while also providing the quality care that our residents need. We pride ourselves on our social gateways. Superior park strives to provide creative...
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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...
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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.
Cedar Square is a senior housing community in South Cedar, Ottawa, Franklin County, Kansas. It has a very active senior housing program for citizens aged 55 years and older. It is tucked away from the bustling noise of the city with the greenery surrounding the locality creating a stunningly...
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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Everything is going well here for my love one. When I first toured the facility I really liked it, it’s a newer facility, it’s really bright, very very clean, and it’s more of an upscale living experience...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Leawood, KS

The average cost of senior living in Leawood is $2,946 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kansas City, KS with an average of $2,549 per month.

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

Leawood, KS
$2,946/mo
$2,908/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,127/mo
Independent Living
$2,946/mo

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

Studio
$2,738/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,176/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,193/mo

Senior living costs in Leawood 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: Leawood, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLeawood, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$2,946/mo$2,908/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,588/mo$5,773/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,127/mo$7,205/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Leawood, KS:$2,946/mo
Kansas:$2,908/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Leawood, KS:$5,588/mo
Kansas:$5,773/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Leawood, KS:$7,127/mo
Kansas:$7,205/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Leawood, KS, over time

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

Leawood, KSKS stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Leawood, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Leawood 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Leawood, KS$2,960/mo$2,901/mo+2.0%
Kansas$3,078/mo$2,903/mo+6.0%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Leawood, KS
2024 average cost:$2,960/mo
2023 average cost:$2,901/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$3,078/mo
2023 average cost:$2,903/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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 Leawood

Recent reviews for independent living in Leawood

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.

Bristol Manor of Odessa

5.0
We like that this home has staff that has been there long term. It was one of the reasons we chose this home. After touring for several places and going back to some we found that management and staff were always changing. We were looking for a place where the staff stayed and we felt were ...
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The Wellington Senior Living in Liberty, MO

4.4
They all seem pleasant and helpful snd try to accommodate your suggestions. However they have to report to their boss too. My mom has recommended to others and a few have moved in. I think this place struggles like all others with retention of employees. It's hard to see someone go that they ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and engaging nature of both staff and residents, creating a welcoming environment for newcomers. At Overland Park Place, residents and families alike appreciate the sense of community and the ease of making new friends.
Range of dining options and accommodating menus. Residents appreciate the varied dining options and accommodating menus at several communities. For instance, at Brookdale Overland Park 119th, residents have praised the ability to choose their meals and accommodations for dietary restrictions. Families at Overland Park Place also mention th ...
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Access to a range of activities. Activities are a favorite among residents, with several communities offering a wide range of options to keep residents engaged and active. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, residents enjoy activities from arts and crafts to exercise classes, while at Novel Place Overland Park, activities such ...
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Professional and responsive staff. Reviews consistently praise the professionalism and responsiveness of community staff. At Brookdale Wornall Place, families appreciate the support and care their loved ones receive, while at Novel Place Overland Park, residents speak highly of the staff's attentiveness and dedication to resi ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and beauty of the communal spaces and individual living quarters. At The Reserve at Mission, the welcoming lobby and well-maintained facilities are noted, while at Town Village of Leawood, residents enjoy the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in ...
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Active resident involvement and social opportunities. Residents value the opportunities for socializing and involvement in their communities, such as group activities, exercise classes, and outings. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, residents take part in a variety of activities, while at Brookdale Overland Park 119th, social events like movie ni ...
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Leawood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leawood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leawood, 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 Leawood 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 Leawood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Leawood, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Leawood 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 Leawood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Leawood, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leawood 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 Leawood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Leawood, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
29.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.9%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.2%
47.6%
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