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The cost of independent living in Somerset is about $3,555 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 253 options. Read 4031 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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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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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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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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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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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 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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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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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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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.
Cedar Square is a senior housing community in South Cedar, Ottawa, Franklin County, Kansas. It has a very active senior housing program for citizens aged 55 years and older. It is tucked away from the bustling noise of the city with the greenery surrounding the locality creating a stunningly...
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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They have potlucks and lunches and desserts and stuff like that. My mother in law lives there and so now both my parents live there, so they chose it because of convinience and they had an opening available....
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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.
Le Grand Retirement Village is a perfect community style apartment complex for Seniors 55 and older. We are a peaceful setting that is hidden beneath the Oak trees in the residential area of downtown Lee's Summit. Our large courtyard with 2 spacious gazebos adds to the serenity and charm of our...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Somerset, KS

The average cost of senior living in Somerset is $3,555 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greeley, KS with an average of $3,025 per month.

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

Somerset, KS
$3,555/mo
$4,164/mo
$4,157/mo

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

Somerset, KS
$3,555/mo
$3,813/mo
U.S. national average
$4,053/mo

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

$4,988/mo
Independent Living
$3,555/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,821/mo
Studio
$4,716/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,564/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,736/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,716/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Somerset over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Somerset

Recent reviews for independent living in Somerset

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.

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.

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

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, such as Overland Park Place and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. They go above and beyond to make new residents feel welcome and ensure their needs are met.
Nice living spaces and amenities. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of their living spaces, along with the availability of amenities like elevators and washing machines. For instance, at Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and The Forum, residents enjoy the peaceful surroundings and convenient access to community featu ...
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Variety of activities to engage in. Several communities offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests. For example, at Novel Place and Silvercrest at Deercreek, residents can participate in social events, arts and crafts, fitness classes, and more.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Families consistently praise the quality of meals and dining experiences at their loved ones' communities, such as Park Meadows Senior Living and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, so residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Thoughtful and responsive maintenance. Residents express appreciation for the prompt and attentive maintenance services at their communities, like Twin Oaks, Greenwood Terrace, and Meadowlark Estates. Staff address maintenance requests and ensure that any issues are resolved efficiently.
Secure and supportive community environment. Several reviews mention the sense of safety and security at their loved ones' communities, such as Town Village of Leawood and The Madison Senior Living. Caregivers and staff provide emotional and physical support, allowing residents to feel at ease and enjoy their senior living experience.
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Somerset independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Somerset independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Somerset, 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 Somerset 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 Somerset 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
33.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
31.2%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Somerset 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 Somerset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.9%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.6%
43%
Room service
Room service
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36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Somerset 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 Somerset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.7%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.4%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.9%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.9%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
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 Somerset, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 253 independent living facilities near Somerset, Kansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Somerset, Kansas are Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Brookdale Overland Park 119th. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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