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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Jackson County, KS
If you’re looking for assisted living in Jackson County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Jackson County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Jackson County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Jackson County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 72 assisted living facilities in the Jackson County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Topeka.
You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Marys, Silver Lake and Nortonville.
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Provides: Memory Care
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.
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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We decided on Meadowlark Hills because it had all levels of care in one location. They were reasonable in helping us determine if we needed to just rely on our own private health insurance or if we needed to...
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Homestead of Manhattan is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in NW Manhattan, KS.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require 24-hour care. Homestead of Manhattan offers many services and...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Jackson County, KS
The average cost of senior living in Jackson County is $4,856 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kickapoo Site 6, KS with an average of $4,351 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Jackson County, KS vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Jackson County, KS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Jackson County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Jackson County, KS by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Jackson County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Jackson County, 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 Jackson County.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Jackson County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Jackson County
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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Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, KS
4.8
It was beautiful, really nice! It was a little more expensive. The food was a three and a half or a four, it left a little to be desired. The people were friendly and it was clean and just beautiful!
Jackson County review score based on 99 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 99 reviews of 58 Jackson County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Jackson County 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
Jackson County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Jackson County 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 99 reviews of 58 Jackson County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Jackson County 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.Jackson County, KS averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Jackson County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jackson County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jackson County, 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 Jackson County 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 Jackson County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
55.2%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.8%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Jackson County 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 Jackson County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jackson County 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 Jackson County 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
34.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Jackson County 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 Jackson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.8%
42%
Room service
Room service
24.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jackson County 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 Jackson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Jackson County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Kansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Jackson County protect seniors.
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Brandon Woods at Alvamar, Brookdale Topeka and The Windsor of Lawrence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Jackson County, Kansas. See full list of communities.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Jackson County
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- Silver Lake, Kansas
- Nortonville, Kansas
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- Mayetta, Kansas
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- Netawaka, Kansas
- Kickapoo Site 2, Kansas
- Mercier, Kansas
- Goff, Kansas
- Wetmore, Kansas
- Delia, Kansas
- Ozawkie, Kansas
- Half Mound, Kansas
- Effingham, Kansas
- Arrington, Kansas
- Larkinburg, Kansas
- Muscotah, Kansas
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