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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ottawa, KS
The cost of independent living in Ottawa is about $3,867 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 193 options. Read 2787 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Lawrence, Baldwin City and Gardner.
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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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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.
Apartment complex for Seniors 58 and older. There are three spacious floorplans, two different one bedrooms and one two bed and two bath. We are a gated community, we have a heated pool, walk in closets, washer/dryer hook-up, pet friendly and a van for transportation. There are also activities...
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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.
K. David Cole Place has 65 one bedroom rental apartments for persons age 62 or over. The facilities are specially designed with the needs of older adults in mind, while four apartments are wheelchair accessible.Qualified applicants must meet Hud income limits, and submit to a criminal and...
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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Now Open! Call and reserve your new one-bedroom apartment now. This new exciting senior apartment community is exclusive for those 62 years of age and better. Parallel Senior Villas is conveniently located only 3 miles west of Interstate 635 in Kansas City, Kansas. Plus you can shop and dine at...
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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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So far so good. Except sometimes my loved one is depressed and doesn't want to get out of bed. She didn't want to eat which resulted in her fainting. I had to go over and take her to the ER. They could use a...
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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.
Waterford SouthWaterford South is an assisted living community located in the quaint residential outskirts of Kansas City, Missouri. Just walking distance from a golf course and shopping mall, residents of Waterford South enjoy plenty of nearby entertainment and dining even while surrounded by a...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Chatham Senior Apartments will open this fall and is exclusive for the Senior 55 and over. Chatham Senior Apartments, located in Kansas City Missouri, offers beautiful spacious 1 (one) and 2 (two) bedroom apartments designed with you in mind. Fully equipped kitchens and mini blinds are included...
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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.
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.
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.
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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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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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...
Cost of independent living in Ottawa, KS
The average cost of senior living in Ottawa is $3,867 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garnett, KS with an average of $2,549 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ottawa, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ottawa, KS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ottawa vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ottawa, KS by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Ottawa
Recent reviews for independent living in Ottawa
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.
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.
Vintage Park at Ottawa
4.7
This is a nice place for your loved one to be. I would recommend to take your loved one to see the community. If you can stay a little bit and see activities in the community you will be able to see how things go.
Ottawa independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ottawa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ottawa, 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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
41.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.3%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.1%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ottawa 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 Ottawa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.7%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
42.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ottawa 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 Ottawa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49.7%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
27.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.2%
32.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.3%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.9%
37.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48%
40.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
32.2%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Brookdale Overland Park 119th are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ottawa, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 193 independent living facilities near Ottawa, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ottawa, Kansas are Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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