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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Schaffer, KS
The cost of independent living in Schaffer is about $3,717 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 18 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 Great Bend, Larned and Timken.
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Credo has been great. It has more of a homey feel to it. The staff-to-resident ratio is amazing so the care is more personalized, especially compared to a bigger nursing home. The staff actually sit with the...
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.
Our Mission is to foster peace of mind for our residents and their loved ones and to enhance each resident's individuality, promote their dignity and lovingly encourage their independence.At Country Place Memory Care, every effort has been made to ensure that you or your loved one are provided...
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It's a very pleasant place - simply the way the whole setup is done. They have a beautiful outdoor patio with trees, lawns, grass, and it's completely enclosed. The employees that I meet and work with are...
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.
A Great Spot for a Life Lived WellA life full of the stress and hassles that come along with living at home isn’t the only way to do senior living. At our warm, welcoming community, seniors get to leave the cooking, cleaning, and household chores to us while they explore a life lived well. We are...
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We chose Country Place Senior Living because of its location, this is where my mom lived the last 70 years for we were comfortable. It was also friendly, pleasant, and comfortable environment. The room sizes...
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.
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 Hoisington community. Country Place has maintained a respected reputation as a leader in the assisted living industry. Our...
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My father-in-law lived here for 2 years before recently passing away. He remained at River Bend in comfort through his last days and I couldn't be more grateful to the staff that he grew to love for all of...
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.
At River Bend, assisted living by Americare, our focus is on you. Our person-centered approach to care puts residents and their families at the heart of everything we do.When you visit River Bend, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of...
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.
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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The price for the services was a few hundred dollars higher than where my dad is living now. They just kind of had a couple different choices for food. I think changing the menu selections would help that...
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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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Cost of independent living in Schaffer, KS
The average cost of senior living in Schaffer is $3,717 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Crosse, KS with an average of $3,219 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Schaffer, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Schaffer, KS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Schaffer vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Schaffer, KS by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Schaffer
Recent reviews for independent living in Schaffer
River Bend in Great Bend, KS
5.0
My sister lived at River Bend for almost 4 years and recently passed away there. The staff and administration are the most caring and compassionate people I have ever met. My sister absolutely loved living here and loved the food as well! They were always so helpful when we had questions and ...
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Credo Senior Living in Hoisington, KS
4.7
This is a nice place for your loved one. They have a good atmosphere here. The staff are easy to work with if the family has any questions or concerns about our loved one.
The community was able to provide medication distribution, dressing and bathing assistance as some of the care types ...
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Brookdale Great Bend
4.5
The staff at Great Bend Brookdale was exceptional. My sister would often say how well she was treated and how much she loved the girls that took care of her. When it comes time to make a decision about assisted living I would highly recommend this facility. Great job ladies!!
Schaffer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Schaffer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Schaffer, 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 Schaffer 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 Schaffer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Schaffer, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Schaffer 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 Schaffer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Schaffer, KSNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Schaffer 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 Schaffer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Schaffer, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
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31.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Credo Senior Living, Brookdale Great Bend and Credo Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Schaffer, Kansas. See full list of communities.
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