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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Linwood Acres, KS

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You may also consider nearby communities such as Wichita, Derby and Andover.

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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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What a wonderful community of residents and staff! Prairie Homestead is like living in a neighborhood where everyone knows each other and cares about all the neighbors. I never thought I wanted to leave my...
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.
As one begins to consider retirement years, it may be the Independent or Assisted Living opportunities at Prairie Homestead Senior Living that fits into your plans. Serving the Wichita community since 1965, Prairie Homestead is centered on the motivation and influence of the Christian faith. As...
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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I chose Twin Lakes Apartments mainly for the location. The apartment I had had a swimming pool right out behind it with a fountain. We would go everyday when the weather permitted and sit around and talk. I...
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
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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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They try to make her feel like she is a part of the community and help her out. They could improve on the variety in their diet. Also, we are having some issues with medication. We have some problems with...
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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.
Avita Senior Living in Derby is designed to give each resident a sense of home and independence. We are built much more like one's own home where bedrooms are located close to living and dining areas. Our community has 33 private rooms and features 6 floor plans to choose from. Each room has...
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The Staff is excellent. They are caring and friendly. I feel like my mother is well taken care of. The activities are okay but I think more thought could be put into them. My mom doesn't like participating...
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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.
A Rich and Full RetirementPrepare to discover a rich and full retirement here in our assisted living community in Derby, Kansas. You will love the intimate, single-story building that provides you with endless opportunities to explore new hobbies and make new friends. Because we handle all the...
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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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The Staff at Copperstone were very helpful in getting Mom moved in & taking care of the transition. They are all kind & go out of their way to make this potentially difficult time as easy as possible. The...
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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.
Copperstone Retirement is located in Derby, KS. This community is an independent living community, and it offers residents a great place to call home. Derby is a part of Sedgwick County, and it provides a quiet place for individuals to call home. Those who spend time in Derby as residents or...
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Cost of independent living in Linwood Acres, KS

The average cost of senior living in Linwood Acres is $3,631 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Douglass, KS with an average of $2,943 per month.

Independent living costs in Linwood Acres, KS, vs. nearby cities

Linwood Acres, KS
$3,631/mo
$3,631/mo

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

Linwood Acres, KS
$3,631/mo
$3,766/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Linwood Acres, KS, vs. other senior living options

$4,845/mo
Independent Living
$3,631/mo

Independent living costs in Linwood Acres, KS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,875/mo
Studio
$4,377/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,091/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,172/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,145/mo

Senior living costs in Linwood Acres 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: Linwood Acres, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLinwood Acres, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,631/mo$3,766/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$5,027/mo$4,931/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,845/mo$4,825/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Linwood Acres, KS:$3,631/mo
Kansas:$3,766/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Linwood Acres, KS:$5,027/mo
Kansas:$4,931/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Linwood Acres, KS:$4,845/mo
Kansas:$4,825/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Linwood Acres, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Linwood Acres 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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Independent living cost trends in Linwood Acres, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Linwood Acres 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
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Linwood Acres, KS$2,377/mo$2,114/mo+12.5%
Kansas$2,686/mo$2,560/mo+4.9%
National$3,219/mo$3,101/mo+3.8%
Linwood Acres, KS
2024 average cost:$2,377/mo
2023 average cost:$2,114/mo
Percent change:+12.5%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$2,686/mo
2023 average cost:$2,560/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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2024 average cost:$3,219/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Linwood Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Linwood Acres

Vintage Park at Waterfront in Wichita, KS

4.9
It's a friendly, well-run place. The food is varied, and it's good quality. It tastes like something you'd get at a restaurant. They clean the rooms weekly. They seem to not be staffed well enough sometimes, so you have to wait a little longer if you need help. I think they have a hard time ...
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KMH in Wichita, KS

5.0
We absolutely love the KMH community, from the staff it has just been a wonderful positive experience. We have had no drawbacks or complaints whatsoever. The staff members seem very happy and content - they do not put on a show and for that it makes the biggest difference. If the staff are happy ...
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Homestead of Derby

4.9
The community is loving, caring, and empathetic towards the residents. I couldn't put my parents in a better place. The community works well with hospice. The food is pretty good for the residents. The portion sizes are good with wide variety. It would be helpful if more salads would be ...
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Linwood Acres independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Linwood Acres independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Linwood Acres, 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 Linwood Acres 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 Linwood Acres 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
32.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
26.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Linwood Acres 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 Linwood Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Linwood Acres 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 Linwood Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
20.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown, Sedgwick Plaza and Andover Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Linwood Acres, Kansas. See full list of communities.
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