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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Kansas City, KS
If you’re looking for independent living in the Kansas City area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Kansas City. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 44 independent living facilities in Kansas City, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Elmhurst, Countryside and Grays Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Kansas City, Overland Park and Lee's Summit.
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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.
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.
Wexford Place is an Assisted Living & Memory Support community, located in north Kansas City, Missouri's beautiful Platte County area. The nearby City of Platte Woods was recently ranked as one of the safest neighborhoods in Kansas City. Easy access to nature trails, lakes and the Missouri...
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: 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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nettleton Manor Apartments is a senior, 62 and over housing community located in Bonner Springs, Johnson, Leavenworth, and Wyandotte counties, KS. Our community is located in the metropolitan city, but is within walking distance to a local park and the Kansas River. The views make it a great...
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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After our move in craziness my mother has adjusted well and seems to be enjoying herself here at The Gardens. The community is clean and nice looking, no concerns there. The staff has been helpful and kind...
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.
The community within a community is located within a traditional neighborhood and pedestrian orientated area.The Gardens at Northgate is comfortably nestled in the very heart of a vibrant and inviting urban area. The Gardens at Northgate provides all the conveniences of warm and friendly services...
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The staff at this community are very helpful. When my aunt first moved in she was not able to stay in her apartment so they found her another one. They also helped her move so she would not have to pay...
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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 Kansas City, KS
The average cost of senior living in Kansas City is $3,462 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leavenworth, KS with an average of $3,226 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Kansas City, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Kansas City, KS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Kansas City vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Kansas City, KS by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Kansas City
Recent reviews for independent living in Kansas City
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.
Senior Star at Villa Ventura in Kansas City, MO
5.0
So far I'm very satisfied with Villa Ventura!!! I'm extremely pleased with [name removed] who set the expectation for the facility!!! She went over and beyond to accommodate getting my mom situated with limited notice. Most of the Interim Home Health staff are great as well. I'm grateful that ...
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Anthology of Olathe
4.7
The food is good and appropriate temperature but the residents have to sit and wait for their food way to long. When it comes to the activities they have for the residents there are crafts, history talks, bingo, games, movies, outings, manicures, happy hour, Bible study, church service. We would ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at the communities they have chosen, with residents and staff being described as friendly and caring. For example, at Shawnee Hills Senior Living, new residents were made to feel at home by the staff and residents, who went out of their wa ...
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Variety of enjoyable activities. Residents express their appreciation for the diverse range of activities offered at their communities, including card games, bingo, movies, outings, and social events. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, the Activities Director goes above and beyond to create fun and engaging activities for reside ...
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Supportive and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the exceptional care and support provided by the staff at their communities. At The Burlington Creek Senior Living, residents' needs are met with compassion and understanding, ensuring that everyone feels safe and cared for. The staff at Riverstone Retirement Community ...
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Delicious and diverse dining experiences. Reviews consistently highlight the high quality of the food and dining experiences at the communities. At Shawnee Hills Senior Living, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that every meal is enjoyable and satisfying. Residents of Senior Star at Wexfo ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, both inside and outside. At Novel Place Overland Park, the apartments are described as having a 'beautiful atmosphere', with amenities such as a library and comfortable common areas. The facilities at Shawnee Hills Senior Livi ...
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Engaging and social environment. Residents at various communities enjoy the opportunity to socialize and connect with each other, forming friendships and extended families. At Novel Place Overland Park, residents look forward to Friday Happy Hours, music, and dancing. The social calendar is full of activities, providing oppor ...
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Kansas City independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kansas City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kansas City, 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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
18.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Kansas City 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 Kansas City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kansas City 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 Kansas City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.1%
46.1%
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Related senior services in Kansas City, Kansas
In Kansas City, Kansas, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
- The Wyandotte County Veterans Affairs Clinic
- The Kansas Department for Children and Families – Kansas City Service Center
- Kansas City-area elder law attorneys
Kansas City, Kansas is mostly car-dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Public transit options in Kansas City include paratransit services and bus routes through RideKC. Veterans ride free on RideKC with a Veterans Pass. Kansas City has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is not very walkable.
Kansas City offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including the University of Kansas Hospital and Providence Medical Center.
Kansas City, Kansas is known for being the scenic junction point of the Missouri and Kansas Rivers, along with being a cultural center for the region. Seniors can find community through the Don Bosco Senior Center, which offers exercise programs and wellness education, and hosts special events for those 60+, while the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library offers author talks, book clubs, library crafting, and more, to cardholders of all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Our Lady of Mercy Country Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kansas City, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 44 independent living facilities near Kansas City, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Kansas City, Kansas are Novel Place Overland Park, Town Village of Leawood and Our Lady of Mercy Country Home. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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