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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shawnee, KS
If you’re looking for assisted living in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Shawnee.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Shawnee for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 50 assisted living facilities in the Shawnee 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 Elmhurst, Countryside and Grays Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Overland Park, Kansas City and Lee's Summit.
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9.7
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84 reviews
My father has lived at Shawnee Hills for about two months and it has been an overall positive experience. The facility is clean, bright and there are lots of activities for residents to participate in. The...
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.
Welcome to Shawnee Hills Senior Living, a new concept in senior living in Shawnee, Kansas. The Community is conveniently located off of West 63rd Street and Maurer Road with direct access to Highway 435 and Shawnee Mission Parkway. Shawnee Hills is located directly north of the Shawnee Station...
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9.2
Review score
42 reviews
It is one of the better atmospheres, but it doesn't seem to matter to the residents. If they are sad and missing their family, atmosphere just doesn't matter to them. It's a place I would enjoy living in,...
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.
Safety For Them, Peace of Mind For YouWe understand how difficult it can be to transition your loved one’s care to someone else. That’s why we go above and cultivate a warm and welcoming memory care environment that fosters a sense of purpose and belonging without sacrificing quality care and...
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8.8
Review score
27 reviews
1-It was very nicely kept up. I work for retirement community so I was looking for a nice place that compare to where I work. 2- My sister and toured several places and this was clean I work in...
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.
Putting More Life in Senior LivingYou should never have to spend your senior years hoping something fun and exciting comes along to invorigate your spirit and nourish your mind. Here at our assisted living and skilled nursing and rehabilitation community, you can enjoy quality care without...
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8.0
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6 reviews
We moved her to Homestead during that time when we saw what she needed. We were very pleased with Homestead also because it was nearer my residence. I was able to see her everyday. Homestead was a smaller...
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 Shawnee is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee offers many services and amenities...
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9.6
Review score
39 reviews
When our loved one got to life end, everyone was very nice and were kind and helped us through that difficult time. The staff were so nice to him.
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.
Stratford Commons Memory Care Community offers one of the most innovative approaches to senior memory care in Overland Park. Our approach treats residents with the utmost respect, patience, and kindness while offering a sense of purpose and pleasure. The Courtyard program and staff recognize and...
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9.1
Review score
59 reviews
My parents had dramatic and sudden changes in their health which took us from needing assisted living sometime in the future to having to figure things quickly. I knew as soon as I visited that it was the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Trustwell Living at Mission Springs! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
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9.1
Review score
78 reviews
[name removed] the activities director is very personable and compassionate, Also [name removed] Mom's caretaker o believe CNA ,always always hard at work . The cleaning staff has been very good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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8.9
Review score
21 reviews
The experience that I’m having for my mom is amazing. The first meeting with the director and sales coordinator made me feel comfortable and reassured that my mom was going to be taken care of properly. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Piper is a newly opened assisted living and memory care community in Kansas City, KS, conveniently located near The Legends. Our company philosophy is to design homes where seniors continue to learn, grow, create, and enjoy companionship with those of all ages. We create households that are...
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8.9
Review score
10 reviews
The staff is all wonderful and have been great as I live out of state. Always receptive and helpful when I call. Food seems to be an issue according to my mom in regards to variety. Yet, trying to please all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Lenexa the most desired in the...
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8.7
Review score
25 reviews
All 5's - I'm impressed with how much staff must attend to in short windows and make it all work for the residence...my loved one was a real stress test on the system! Administration was always available 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.
Homestead Assisted Living offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that allows residents to relax and enjoy every day. We strive to provide all the amenities of home to make them feel comfortable. Whatever residents like to do, they’ll be among friends who share common interests and needs. ...
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8.6
Review score
52 reviews
The staff is very kind and caring. The activities director is super, every day there is a fun activity. The kitchen staff are so nice and accommodating to special diets and requests. The staff communicates...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Trustwell Living of Overland Park! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
Review score
15 reviews
When I interviewed at Silvercrest I found [name removed] to be gracious and helpful. I moved in [date removed] and I find the staff friendly and helpful, from the top on down. The girls who clean are...
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.
Silvercrest at College View is an exciting new concept in Senior Community Living with lots of variety and amenities to choose from. Our unique and beautiful brand new buildings are contemporary and do not look like the traditional retirement or Assisted Living community. Large spacious floor to...
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8.5
Review score
75 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Glenwood Village of Overland Park and the experience at this facility has been great for her so far. We have found a place that is safe, affordable and that has a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Glenwood Village of Overland Park provides assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Overland Park, Kansas area. The city of Overland Park has excellent healthcare and recreational options, making it an ideal place for retirement.Our spacious apartments come with all of the...
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8.4
Review score
41 reviews
My Dad was only in the Villages at Mission for 5 1/2 months before his passing, but we were very satisfied with his care. One incident I like to tell is when he took a little fall and scraped his arm. Once...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Village at Mission provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. Our Healthcare neighborhood emphasizes resident care and dignity in private or shared...
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8.2
Review score
3 reviews
Know the layout. If a former hotel layout isn't your vibe, request to have those removed from your search queue. Verify wifi, A/C, bathroom fans, ice maker, oven vent/fan/light works in your place before you...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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44 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
28 reviews
They are so helpful and accommodating. My aunt is very well cared for and has settled in nicely. Having meals provided, and her medication managed were her two priorities for leaving her home, and they do a...
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.
Garden Villas of Lenexa Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a unique philosophy of...
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8.2
Review score
7 reviews
[name removed] moved out after a few months and passed in [date removed]. The activities were wonderful. The staff members were were great too. We would recommend this community to other families based on...
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.
Homestead Memory Care offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that allows residents to relax and enjoy every day. We strive to provide all the amenities of home to make them feel comfortable. Whatever residents like to do, they’ll be among friends who share common interests and needs. Residents...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.1
Review score
20 reviews
Some problems getting transportation to Dr. Appointments, staff turnover and shortages? Mom is a bit of difficult personality , Dad always said she was meaner than a bucket of a-holes. Complains the food...
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.
Avenue 81 will redefine the way you think about retirement living. As a luxury senior living community, Avenue 81 provides all the modern services and amenities of an upscale resort with no upfront buy-in. Plus, we’re conveniently located just steps away from the many restaurants and shops of...
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88 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
13 reviews
For independent living, ask what the policy and charges are if resident needs nursing care from Aberdeen. Do they take Medicare. What are examples of policies/actions taken by recommendation of resident...
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.
Aberdeen Village is an assisted living community located in welcoming city of Olathe, KS. Our unique community is situated on 35 lush green acres filled with shade trees, a beautiful pond and paved walking paths. Olathe has the ideal mix of city amenities and small-town hospitality, making this a...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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22 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
49 reviews
We are pleased with all experiences we have had with Morningside Place. The staff and hospice staff have been very attentive to our family member and respond to our concerns when we have questions. My loved...
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.
Morningside Place, an Anthem Memory Care Community is an assisted living conveniently located in the beautiful, upscale city of Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas. With easy access to four major Interstate highways and a less than forty minute drive from Kansas City International Airport,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
Review score
11 reviews
My loved one is a resident at Delaware Highlands. The paperwork process is nearly impossible, everything else was great and easy. The staff seems to be great.
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.
Delaware Highlands Assisted Living is focused on providing assisted living services for the low to moderate income senior adult. Delaware Highlands offers a warm home-like setting for all our residents. We provide affordable assisted living in a compassionate, caring manner so that senior adults...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
55 Photos available
8.0
Review score
2 reviews
Overall it was very good experience and I liked most of the people that were there because they seem to care. If I had not moved away I would consider this for my own independent living and rehab place.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
Review score
24 reviews
I would encourage them without hesitation. [name removed] was amazing and made the process so easy. I felt like she was really invested in my mom and her recovery.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Live your best life within a dynamic, engaging community that features exceptional accommodations, services and experiences. Enjoy each day to the fullest with maximum independence, supported by a personalized care plan and passionate caregivers. Your loved one will flourish with an enriching...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.3
Review score
14 reviews
What we like the most about Silverado Overland Park is the staff to patient ratio and based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for...
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.
Silverado Overland Park is a stand alone memory care community in Overland Park, KS. Our exceptional and specially trained staff can care for your family member, allowing you to be "the loved one" and not "the caregiver". Our beautiful community includes both indoor and outdoor walking spaces....
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7.0
Review score
10 reviews
There was frequent turnover of staff, but I think that's common. The place changed ownership, and everything changed, including plan for increase in rent. I found Mom's bathroom pretty dirty a few times,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Privately owned and operated Home Plus Assisted Living and Memory Care in the Shawnee area of Johnson County. We are a smaller community compared to others, but our biggest feature is our community provides the one on one direct personal support, while receiving quality care. Whether it is a long...
Cost of assisted living in Shawnee, KS
The average cost of senior living in Shawnee is $5,060 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eudora, KS with an average of $4,954 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shawnee, KS vs. nearby cities
Shawnee, KS
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shawnee, KS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shawnee vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shawnee, KS by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Shawnee over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shawnee
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shawnee
Villages of Jackson Creek Memory Care in Independence, MO
4.8
It is always a heartbreaking situation to have to place one's ailing parent in a memory care unit. Mom lived out her days with the staff singing to her and smiling with her. They encouraged her to be active and move her extremities. She was well fed and well taken care of. No nursing home is ...
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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.
Westchester Village of Lenexa
4.6
Mom's 1st fall led to 9 weeks of pain and substandard care in rehab facilities and with her passing. During this 9 weeks it was decided that Mom and Dad would not be able to remain in their home of 50+ years and after extensive research Westchester Village was selected for their Assisted Living ...
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Shawnee review score based on 184 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 184 reviews of 44 Shawnee assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shawnee 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
Shawnee review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shawnee 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 184 reviews of 44 Shawnee assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shawnee 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.Shawnee, KS averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Shawnee assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shawnee assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee 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 Shawnee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shawnee, KSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
84.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shawnee 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 Shawnee Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shawnee, KSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shawnee 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 Shawnee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shawnee, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
59.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Shawnee 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 Shawnee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shawnee, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
59.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shawnee 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 Shawnee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shawnee, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
77.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shawnee
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 Shawnee protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale College Square, Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Shawnee Hills Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shawnee, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 50 assisted living facilities near Shawnee, Kansas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shawnee, Kansas are Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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