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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gardner, KS

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Photo of Anthology of Olathe
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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Everything was great. The staff was very caring and knew everyone. The activities seemed wonderful but my mom is an introvert and didn't really want to participate. The apt was spacious and well-fitted for 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.
In America’s heartland, where sprawling fields of grass and wheat sway under gentle blue skies, sprouts a new kind of senior living community in South Olathe, Kansas. In this friendly city, residents of Anthology of Olathe are encouraged to live aspirationally by welcoming neighbors and kind,...
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The entire staff at Colonial Oaks is wonderful. From the executive director to the nurses, therapists, CNAs, housekeeping, maintenance team, and even the cook, there is a genuine sense of warmth and caring...
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.
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9.2
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28 reviews
9.2
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28 reviews
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Pleasant people and atmosphere. Needed repairs done in a timely manner. I would recommend. Only thing I want to add is that there are many different activities planned to choose from, too many for anyone to...
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.
On your own but not alone at the Gardens at Creekside a 55 and better independent living community that offers 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with fully furnished kitchens and full size washer/dryer in each unit. At the Gardens you can enjoy a beauty/barber shop, fitness center, internet cafe,...
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9.0
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don't engage her as much as we would like. All 5 except the overall experience. She sits in her room more than we would like but some of that is because she is combative. We would recommend this community...
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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Vintage Park at Gardner is small enough to give a sense of family and belonging, yet its friendly staff offers services and a variety of activities to make their residents feel it's home.
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.
Vintage Park at Gardner is an assisted living community in beautiful rural Kansas. Residents enjoy being a part of an active, vibrant community with a wealth of social activities and delicious, restaurant-style dining. Vintage Park at Eureka offers supportive assistance when and where it is...
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My mother was in need of assisted living due to a devastating diagnosis of ovarian cancer. She also had to have two colostomy bags attached to her. Her condition put her in need of special care. Our time...
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.
The Healthcare Resort of Olathe is a assisted living community located in Olathe, KS. Olathe is located in Johnson County and is home to about 126,000 people. Olathe was ranked by CNN/Money Magazine as #11 on the 100 Best Cities to Live in. Residents will enjoy going shopping, going out to...
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6.8
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The staff interacts with the residents all the time. They are so kind and concerned about each resident. The atmosphere between the employees and resident is relaxed and enjoyable.
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.
Heritage Avonlea is dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable environment where privacy, respect and personal attention go hand in hand.Our extensive list of services are all provided at an all-inclusive, affordable price.
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It's just a very nice senior independent living. It's clean, its fresh, it's sunny, it's nice. They don't provide meals here, but that did reduce the rent quite a bit. They have coffee hour and things,...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our independent living community provides top-quality, complimentary amenities and activites that are tailored to our residents so they can enjoy an active life of independence and security in a beautiful, welcoming environment that feels like home, is close to family members and makes it easy to...
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44 Floor plans available
7.0
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Benton House has superseded all of our expectations, and Mom loves living there. [name removed], and all of the staff there, go above and beyond to help the residents and their families become situated and...
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 Olathe the most desired in the...
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Professional, highly skilled staff, a safe and clean environment, friendly atmosphere for everyone we've seen. This place truly cares for their residents.
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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It's a very clean and friendly environment. I think it's a great value for your money. I love my apartment. Where I came from before, there was a lack of storage. Here at Aspen Ridge, I have a coat...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luxury Resort Style Community for Active 55+ AdultsExperience affordable, luxury living in a beautiful Colorado inspired community. Our homes feature designer finishes with spacious floor plans to fit your style and unique taste. Enjoy maintenance free living with new friends in a community that...
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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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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 Gardner, KS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Senior living costs in Gardner 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: Gardner, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGardner, 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
Gardner, KS:$2,946/mo
Kansas:$2,908/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Gardner, KS:$5,588/mo
Kansas:$5,773/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Gardner, KS:$7,127/mo
Kansas:$7,205/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Gardner, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gardner 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.

Gardner, KSKS stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Gardner, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gardner 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
Gardner, 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%
Gardner, 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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What families are saying about independent living in Gardner

Recent reviews for independent living in Gardner

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.

The Fairways of Ironhorse in Leawood, KS

5.0
Locations is GREAT. We enjoy that there is quality in every aspect of the property. Office Mgmt is also superb. Love love [Name removed]... Few features my wife and I enjoy would be 24/7 help, exercise room (they have what I like to use), golf course (it's right there), and the great management ...
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Armour Oaks in Kansas City, MO

4.0
They are caring for my wife very well and I am pleased. The community looks great and very clean. The staff is nice and very helpful. There many activities for her to choose from. She enjoys the meals, the food tastes good. I am happy with this community and would recommend it.

Gardner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gardner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gardner, 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 Gardner 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 Gardner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gardner, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.5%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.9%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.8%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.9%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.9%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gardner 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 Gardner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gardner, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.5%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.3%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gardner 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 Gardner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gardner, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.7%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.5%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.8%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.2%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.4%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.2%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
43.6%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.2%
40.8%
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