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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...
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.
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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Senior Care Homes provides assisted living in Leawood, Kansas.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Hawthorne, KS

The average cost of senior living in Hawthorne is $4,988 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Willis, KS with an average of $3,348 per month.

Assisted living costs in Hawthorne, KS, vs. nearby cities

Hawthorne, KS
$4,988/mo
$4,672/mo

Assisted living costs in Hawthorne, KS, vs. state and national averages

Hawthorne, KS
$4,988/mo
$4,931/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Hawthorne, KS, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,988/mo
$4,857/mo

Assisted living costs in Hawthorne, KS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,990/mo
Studio
$4,259/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,942/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,402/mo

Senior living costs in Hawthorne 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: Hawthorne, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHawthorne, KSKansasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,988/mo$4,931/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,857/mo$4,825/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,591/mo$3,766/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Hawthorne, KS:$4,988/mo
Kansas:$4,931/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Hawthorne, KS:$4,857/mo
Kansas:$4,825/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Hawthorne, KS:$3,591/mo
Kansas:$3,766/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hawthorne, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hawthorne 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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Assisted living cost trends in Hawthorne, KS

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hawthorne 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 median 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
Hawthorne, KS$5,298/mo$5,430/mo-2.4%
Kansas$5,342/mo$5,329/mo+0.2%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Hawthorne, KS
2024 average cost:$5,298/mo
2023 average cost:$5,430/mo
Percent change:-2.4%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$5,342/mo
2023 average cost:$5,329/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hawthorne, KS

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Hawthorne.

What families are saying about assisted living in Hawthorne

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hawthorne

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 in Topeka, KS

4.0
I was very impressed with our experience at Lexington Park, it's a very nice place for independent senior living! It's a nice looking place, the people are all very friendly, and the apartments are a very nice size for the price! I would highly recommend them!

Vintage Park at Atchison

5.0
Vintage Park at Atchison was a pleasant community. My wife stayed for a short time for respite care. We both enjoyed the variety of food that they served. They offered many activities and my wife had a great time participating. The staff took good care of her and were very easy to communicate ...
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Hawthorne review score based on 631 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 631 reviews of 158 Hawthorne assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hawthorne review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Hawthorne review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Hawthorne, KS158 facilities
7.8
Atchison, KS148 facilities
6.9
Nortonville, KS14 facilities

Review subcategories for Hawthorne assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 631 reviews of 158 Hawthorne assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hawthorne resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Hawthorne, KS averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.7
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
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Hawthorne assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hawthorne assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hawthorne, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Hawthorne assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Hawthorne that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hawthorne, KSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.8%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hawthorne assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Hawthorne Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hawthorne, KSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hawthorne assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Hawthorne partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hawthorne, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
41.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Hawthorne assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Hawthorne communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hawthorne, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hawthorne assisted 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 assisted living communities in Hawthorne offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hawthorne, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
30.4%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hawthorne

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Kansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Hawthorne protect seniors.
Learn about Kansas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Vintage Gardens, Senior Star at Wexford Place and The Ashton on the Plaza are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hawthorne, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 185 assisted living facilities near Hawthorne, Kansas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Hawthorne, Kansas are Park Meadows Senior Living and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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