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The cost of independent living in Mission Woods is about $3,529 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 91 options. Read 1681 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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Income limit restrictions and waitlist placement may apply. Plaza I and II Apartments are located in Kansas City, MO. It offers studio, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedroom units.Floor PlanStudio, 1 Bath | 446 Sq. Ft.1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 593 Sq. Ft.2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 696 Sq. Ft.Amenities and...
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While I was online I got to see a bunch of communities but I chose this one because I saw a bunch of good reviews. The staff is really nice. They’re friendly and personable. The staff makes sure my mom gets...
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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.
Palestine Commons is an independent living community that is located in Kansas City, MO. Kansas City is part of Jackson, Clay, Platte, and Cass counties. The city offers much to both residents and guests, providing them with the opportunity to get out and do something. Kansas City provides such...
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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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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.
Thank you for your interest in Claridge Court! We are a Life Care community, located in Prairie Village, Kansas. In response to your request, I am enclosing some basic information. I would encourage you to make a personal visit to our community to see firsthand the lifestyle enjoyed by over 170...
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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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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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Excellent, Excellent care here! My husband was at another Rehab and he was not doing well. This rehab is so beautiful. The surrounding is humble and uplifting. Especially for my husband as he is demanding....
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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.
This new Senior Apartment Community is exclusive for those 62 years and older. The all new all one bedroom apartment community is conveniently located close to Downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Your new, one bedroom apartment is equipped to improve your lifestyle. You will enjoy the community room...
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The staff at this community are very helpful. When my aunt first moved in she was not able to stay in her apartment so they found her another one. They also helped her move so she would not have to pay...
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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: 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
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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.
EPOCH Assisted Living of Overland Park is the residence of choice for increased independence. WE offer all the comforts of home and much more. The surroundings are charming and graceful with fine dining and exceptional amenities available to all our residents. And, most importantly, there is...
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Convenience...the impressive natural beauty of Willow Creek Apartments is matched only by its superb location, with almost immediate access to I-435. Set amidst 52 acres of wooded beauty, you will enjoy stately trees and seasonal flowers. Because of our unique lifestyle, Willow Creek Apartments...
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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.
Affordable housing for seniors 62 or BETTER. Your rent and deposit will be based off of 30% of your income. This beautiful oasis is near downtown Kansas City, Kansas. Our beautiful community features fully shelved library, a comfortable community room complete with computer lounge with Wi-Fi...
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Cloverset Apartments offers five spacious floor plans, each with unique characteristics all its own. Roomy, spacious closets and beautiful views are proud features of our apartment homes. The kitchens are fully equipped with all appliances including garbage disposals and dishwashers. All...
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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 decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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After our move in craziness my mother has adjusted well and seems to be enjoying herself here at The Gardens. The community is clean and nice looking, no concerns there. The staff has been helpful and kind...
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The community within a community is located within a traditional neighborhood and pedestrian orientated area.The Gardens at Northgate is comfortably nestled in the very heart of a vibrant and inviting urban area. The Gardens at Northgate provides all the conveniences of warm and friendly services...
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The apartment that my friend is in is perfect. She has a door in her living room that goes to the outside so she can take her dogs out. She has a washer sand dryer in her apartment, I think the place is...
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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.
Rosewood Place is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Lenexa, Johnson County, Kansas. Rosewood Place 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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They are professional. The staff is attentive. They are open to suggestions. They show care toward residents. It is clean and smells nice. The food is good. The room size is sufficient. The layout is nice.
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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The manager is really good and if she can do anything to help she will do it. They also have a social worker in the building who is also very helpful and accommodating. They seem to really care about the...
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Cost of independent living in Mission Woods, KS

The average cost of senior living in Mission Woods is $3,529 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leavenworth, KS with an average of $3,336 per month.

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

Mission Woods, KS
$3,562/mo
$3,529/mo

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

Mission Woods, KS
$3,562/mo
$3,809/mo
U.S. national average
$4,034/mo

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

$4,985/mo
Independent Living
$3,562/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,530/mo
Studio
$4,869/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,010/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,164/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,750/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Mission Woods over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Mission Woods

Recent reviews for independent living in Mission Woods

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.

The Village at Olathe

4.7
The food is good and appropriate temperature but the residents have to sit and wait for their food way to long. When it comes to the activities they have for the residents there are crafts, history talks, bingo, games, movies, outings, manicures, happy hour, Bible study, church service. We would ...
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The Fairways of Ironhorse in Leawood, KS

5.0
Locations is GREAT. We enjoy that there is quality in every aspect of the property. Office Mgmt is also superb. Love love [Name removed]... Few features my wife and I enjoy would be 24/7 help, exercise room (they have what I like to use), golf course (it's right there), and the great management ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Affordable and reasonable rent increases. Many reviews mention the affordability of rent prices at various communities and express appreciation for reasonable rent increases. For example, at Shawnee Hills Senior Living, residents are content with the cost, even with a few percentage point increases each year.
Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Throughout the reviews, the warm and inviting nature of the staff and residents stands out as a major factor in residents' satisfaction. At Brookdale Wornall Place, staff members go above and beyond to provide excellent care and create a welcoming environment.
Variety of activities that cater to individual interests. Activities are another key feature mentioned in many reviews. Residents enjoy the range of offerings at communities like Brookdale Overland Park 119th, including movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes.
Heated and well-lit common areas. Residents express appreciation for heated and well-lit common areas, making it easier for them to move around comfortably. For instance, at Overland Park Place, the tunnel to the dining room is a concern for some residents due to its lack of heating.
Three nutritious meals served daily. Reviews often highlight the importance of quality food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Town Village of Leawood, residents enjoy the meals and the variety of choices offered.
Access to on-site amenities and support services. Access to on-site amenities and support services, such as laundry and medication delivery, are important factors for many residents. At Brookdale Wornall Place, residents appreciate the convenience of having these services available.
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Mission Woods independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mission Woods independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mission Woods, 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 Mission Woods 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 Mission Woods 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
33.7%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Mission Woods 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 Mission Woods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mission Woods 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 Mission Woods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
51.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
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31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Novel Place Overland Park, Novel Place Blue Springs and Town Village of Leawood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mission Woods, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 91 independent living facilities near Mission Woods, Kansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Mission Woods, Kansas are Novel Place Overland Park, Novel Place Blue Springs and Town Village of Leawood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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