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The cost of independent living in Lenape is about $3,879 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 148 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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The staff is good they know your name right away they make you feel at home. The rooms are nice and clean. Got a full kitchen to where I want to cook my own food. I can do that thank you. Even the resident...
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.
Affordable conveniences re-imagined for those 55 years and better.More amenities usually means more money in independent living, but at Novel Place you don't have to give up your entire life savings to get the conveniences you desire. Your monthly rent includes dining, light housekeeping,...
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There has been a lot of turnover of staff in the dining room, and the meals have not been as good as expected. They are working through the issues, but it seems to be taking a while. This is my mom's only...
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.
Welcome to Shawnee Hills Senior Living, a new concept in senior living in Shawnee, Kansas. The Community is conveniently located off of West 63rd Street and Maurer Road with direct access to Highway 435 and Shawnee Mission Parkway. Shawnee Hills is located directly north of the Shawnee Station...
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The staff is all wonderful and have been great as I live out of state. Always receptive and helpful when I call. Food seems to be an issue according to my mom in regards to variety. Yet, trying to please 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.
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...
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The facility is a great independent retirement option. There are a few issues at Shawnee facility: side security doors are not functioning and are kept open at all hours. It is a concern given increasing...
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.
Active Senior Living in ShawneeLocated in Shawnee, Kansas, this community offers contemporary apartments, as well as resort-style amenities for active seniors. Our daily social events, classes, and wellness programs will activate your mind, body, and soul. Are you ready to make new friends, enjoy...
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It's a very clean and friendly environment. I think it's a great value for your money. I love my apartment. Where I came from before, there was a lack of storage. Here at Aspen Ridge, I have a coat...
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.
Luxury Resort Style Community for Active 55+ AdultsExperience affordable, luxury living in a beautiful Colorado inspired community. Our homes feature designer finishes with spacious floor plans to fit your style and unique taste. Enjoy maintenance free living with new friends in a community that...
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Overall it was very good experience and I liked most of the people that were there because they seem to care. If I had not moved away I would consider this for my own independent living and rehab place.
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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We moved her to Homestead during that time when we saw what she needed. We were very pleased with Homestead also because it was nearer my residence. I was able to see her everyday. Homestead was a smaller...
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 of Shawnee is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Shawnee, 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. Homestead of Shawnee offers many services and amenities...
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My loved one is a resident at Delaware Highlands. The paperwork process is nearly impossible, everything else was great and easy. The staff seems to be great.
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.
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...
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The staff is so nice, but their wait staff is slow, however it is restaurant styled so it is to be expected. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
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 expert staff at Homestead of Eudora is here to help you and your family find the best possible care solution. Our senior living team will begin by assessing you or your loved one’s particular needs in order to match you to the correct level of care. We provide different levels of care to meet...
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The community has had a good covid plan and we are able to visit through her window. I would definitely recommend this community to others. I feel the community is completely transparent and does a great...
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.
The Country Place Senior Living's motto, Life as you want it...Care as you need it is exactly how today's seniors should live and that lifestyle is now available to the Basehor community. Country Place has maintained a respected reputation as a leader in the assisted living industry. Our...
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Crestone is very new and they are still trying to fill out their staff and complete construction. They are doing well moving forward even with the challenges of opening a new facility. When they are fully...
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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The staff is very friendly and easy to work with. It's very clean and they keep up with any repairs. Communication on how my loved one is doing has been almost nonexistent. I have yet to hear from the doctor...
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.
Heritage Avonlea is dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable environment where privacy, respect and personal attention go hand in hand.Our extensive list of services are all provided at an all-inclusive, affordable price.
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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.
Nettleton Manor Apartments is a senior, 62 and over housing community located in Bonner Springs, Johnson, Leavenworth, and Wyandotte counties, KS. Our community is located in the metropolitan city, but is within walking distance to a local park and the Kansas River. The views make it a great...
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We are extraordinarily happy here, they are phenomenal! It's independent, and they don't have a kitchen or do meals here. They do have a nice clubhouse. They bring in different people, they brought in one...
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.
Pebblebrooke Villas offer independent living in a comfortable, maintenance provided community for those 55 and older. Pebblebrooke is located in Basehor, Kansas. Basehor is conveniently located close to Kansas City, KS, Shawnee, Lawrence and Leavenworth. Basehor offers a small-town atmosphere...

Cost of independent living in Lenape, KS

The average cost of senior living in Lenape is $3,879 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shawnee, KS with an average of $3,471 per month.

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

Lenape, KS
$3,879/mo
$3,901/mo
$4,161/mo

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

Lenape, KS
$3,879/mo
$3,790/mo
U.S. national average
$4,144/mo

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

$5,232/mo
Independent Living
$3,879/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,997/mo
Studio
$4,546/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,080/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,923/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lenape over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lenape

Recent reviews for independent living in Lenape

Connect55 Plus Olathe

5.0
Family likes this community because of the calendar that comes out monthly, describing the activities each day. They look through it and decide which would be fun, or helpful, or social. I like their input. They do not have meal service, but no one seems to care. If they served meals, I would ...
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Vintage Park at 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.

Senior Star at Villa Ventura in Kansas City, MO

5.0
So far I'm very satisfied with Villa Ventura!!! I'm extremely pleased with [name removed] who set the expectation for the facility!!! She went over and beyond to accommodate getting my mom situated with limited notice. Most of the Interim Home Health staff are great as well. I'm grateful that ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the communities, where residents feel like they've joined a caring and supportive extended family. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, several residents express appreciation for the staff's dedication to checking in on residents and the sens ...
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Variety of resident-led activities. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities tailored to their interests at various communities. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, residents participate in activities like bingo, card games, arts and crafts, and word games, while some communities, like Novel Place Overland Park, offer exercise c ...
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Professional and attentive staff. Reviews consistently praise the kindness, care, and friendliness of the staff at different communities. At Novel Place Overland Park, the management team goes above and beyond to accommodate residents' needs and help them feel at home. The supportive staff at Shawnee Hills Senior Living help ...
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Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of their living spaces at various communities. At Novel Place Overland Park, residents enjoy the convenience of having their own washer and dryer in their apartments, while at Shawnee Hills Senior Living, the apartments are decorated beautiful ...
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Delicious and diverse dining options. Reviews highlight the quality and variety of meals provided at different communities. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, the food is excellent and meals are customized to residents' dietary restrictions and preferences. At Novel Place Overland Park, residents enjoy the convenience of ordering w ...
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Active social calendar and engaging events. Communities offer numerous opportunities for socializing and engagement. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, residents participate in resident-led activities and outings to restaurants, casinos, and museums, while at Novel Place Overland Park residents attend Oktoberfest events and enjoy musical ...
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Lenape independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lenape independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lenape, 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 Lenape 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 Lenape 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
38.5%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Lenape 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 Lenape communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lenape, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lenape 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 Lenape offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lenape, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
45.6%
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Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Riverstone Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lenape, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Lenape, Kansas. See the full list.

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