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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Stilwell, KS

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The cost of independent living in Stilwell is about $2,946 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 254 options.

Read 4807 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Overland Park, Lee's Summit and Olathe.

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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
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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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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....
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.
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...
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: 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.
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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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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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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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...
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.
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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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
Care types provided by this community
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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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
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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
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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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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Stilwell, KS

The average cost of senior living in Stilwell is $2,946 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kansas City, KS with an average of $2,549 per month.

Independent living costs in Stilwell, KS, vs. state and national averages

Stilwell, KS
$2,946/mo
$2,908/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Stilwell, KS, vs. other senior living options

$7,127/mo
Independent Living
$2,946/mo

Independent living costs in Stilwell, KS, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,738/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,176/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,193/mo

Senior living costs in Stilwell vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Stilwell, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStilwell, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$2,946/mo$2,908/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,588/mo$5,773/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,127/mo$7,205/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Stilwell, KS:$2,946/mo
Kansas:$2,908/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Stilwell, KS:$5,588/mo
Kansas:$5,773/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Stilwell, KS:$7,127/mo
Kansas:$7,205/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Stilwell, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Stilwell and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Stilwell, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Stilwell have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Stilwell, KS$2,960/mo$2,901/mo+2.0%
Kansas$3,078/mo$2,903/mo+6.0%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Stilwell, KS
2024 average cost:$2,960/mo
2023 average cost:$2,901/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$3,078/mo
2023 average cost:$2,903/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Stilwell

Recent reviews for independent living in Stilwell

Homestead Assisted Living of 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.

Bristol Manor of Odessa

5.0
We like that this home has staff that has been there long term. It was one of the reasons we chose this home. After touring for several places and going back to some we found that management and staff were always changing. We were looking for a place where the staff stayed and we felt were ...
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The Wellington Senior Living in Liberty, MO

4.4
They all seem pleasant and helpful snd try to accommodate your suggestions. However they have to report to their boss too. My mom has recommended to others and a few have moved in. I think this place struggles like all others with retention of employees. It's hard to see someone go that they ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and Inviting Atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at communities like Town Village of Leawood and Brookdale Overland Park 119th. Residents and their families appreciate the sense of community and the kindness of both staff and residents.
Variety of Activities and Outings. From movies and games to gardening and museum visits, residents at Town Village of Leawood and Brookdale Overland Park 119th enjoy a wide range of activities and outings. These opportunities help keep residents engaged and active.
Thoughtfully Designed Living Spaces. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and thoughtful design of living spaces at communities like Carnegie Village and Novel Place Overland Park. Residents appreciate the comfort and functionality of their apartments and common areas.
Supportive and Caring Staff. Several reviews express gratitude for the compassionate care provided by staff at communities like Brookdale Overland Park 119th and Novel Place Overland Park. Residents and their families feel confident that their loved ones are receiving excellent care.
Delicious and Nutritious Meals. Throughout reviews, quality food is a common theme at communities like Town Village of Leawood and Brookdale Overland Park 119th. Residents look forward to meals that accommodate their dietary needs and preferences.
Continuous Improvement and Adaptation. Communities like Novel Place Overland Park and Brookdale Overland Park 119th strive to improve and adapt to residents' needs. Reviews mention ongoing efforts to address concerns and enhance the overall living experience.
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Stilwell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stilwell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stilwell, 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 Stilwell 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 Stilwell 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
32.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
32.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Stilwell 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 Stilwell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
31.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37.4%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stilwell 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 Stilwell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
29.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.1%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Novel Place Blue Springs, Riverstone Retirement Community and Town Village of Leawood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stilwell, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 254 independent living facilities near Stilwell, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Stilwell, Kansas are Novel Place Blue Springs, Riverstone Retirement Community and Novel Place Overland Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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