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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Prairie Village, KS

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The cost of independent living in Prairie Village is about $3,522 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 95 options. Read 1991 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 Dumas Long Term Care
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: 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.
Photo of Central Park Towers Apartments
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.
Photo of Centennial Villa
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: 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.
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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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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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....
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.
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...
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Prairie Village, KS

The average cost of senior living in Prairie Village is $3,522 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shawnee, KS with an average of $3,472 per month.

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

Prairie Village, KS
$3,522/mo
$3,514/mo

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

Prairie Village, KS
$3,522/mo
$3,804/mo
U.S. national average
$4,048/mo

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

$5,066/mo
Independent Living
$3,522/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,577/mo
Studio
$4,824/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,868/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,932/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,013/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Prairie Village over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Prairie Village

Recent reviews for independent living in Prairie Village

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and Engaging Staff and Residents. Numerous reviews praise the friendly and engaging nature of the staff and residents in various communities, such as Overland Park Place, Brookdale Overland Park 119th, and Brookdale Wornall Place. Residents often mention the welcoming atmosphere and the lack of loneliness, making new frien ...
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Wide Range of Activities and Outings. Communities offer numerous activities and outings for residents, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and hiking trips, as mentioned in reviews for Brookdale Overland Park 119th, Town Village of Leawood, and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These activities help residents ...
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Delicious and Varied Meal Options. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of quality food and meal options for residents, with communities like Town Village of Leawood, Shawnee Hills Senior Living, and Brookdale Overland Park 119th offering a variety of delicious meals and accommodating dietary restrictions. Mealtime ...
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Thoughtfully Designed Interior Spaces. Residents appreciate the clean and thoughtfully designed interior spaces in their communities, such as the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library at Shawnee Hills Senior Living, and the warm tones and inviting atmosphere at Brookdale Overland Park 119th. These spaces contrib ...
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Attentive and Caring Staff Members. Several residents express appreciation for the genuinely helpful nature of the staff in their communities, citing examples of long-term friendships and caregivers who have gone above and beyond to help them adjust to their new living situations in reviews for , {{3575432}}, and .
Secure and Supportive Environment. Reviews mention the importance of a secure and supportive environment for residents, with communities like Armour Oaks and Holiday Greenwood Terrace providing peace of mind and allowing families to feel confident that their loved ones are well cared for.
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Prairie Village independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Prairie Village independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Prairie Village, 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 Prairie Village 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 Prairie Village 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
43%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.9%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
36%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.7%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
8.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Prairie Village 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 Prairie Village communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.5%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57%
43%
Room service
Room service
54.7%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Prairie Village 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 Prairie Village offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.8%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.5%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.7%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.8%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.7%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.5%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.8%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
61.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
43%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, Novel Place Overland Park and Novel Place Blue Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Prairie Village, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 95 independent living facilities near Prairie Village, Kansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Prairie Village, Kansas are Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, Novel Place Overland Park and Novel Place Blue Springs. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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