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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Marion County, KS
If you’re looking for independent living in the Marion County 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 Marion County. 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 106 independent living facilities in Marion County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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.
McCall Manor is an independent living community located in the beautiful city of Salina, Kansas. The area has numerous restaurants, historical sites and museums to provide a high quality of entertainment to everyone. A part of Saline County, Salina is a wonderful place to live and the inviting...
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I would say that we are pretty satisfied with my mother's care and she is content there. If you can afford it, it's a pretty good place. Yes I would recommend.
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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 Good LifeWhen you decide to join our assisted living community in Wichita, Kansas, prepare to enjoy more time freedom than ever. This is a place that provides you with everything some spacious private accommodations and inviting common rooms to personalized care and more, but we also handle...
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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.
Regal Plaza is a senior apartment community, located in Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. Wichita is the largest city in Kansas. Wichita is a city full of things for its residents to do. It is known as the cultural center for Kansas. Residents can visit the Wichita Art Museum, the Wichita...
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Mother has been well cared for. The food has been good for her and she has developed an appreciation for some of the staff, even though in her condition she tends to judge people rather harshly. The house...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Calvary Towers is a senior apartments community located in Wichita, Sedgewick County, Kansas. Managed by Young Management Corp., Calvary Towers bases rent on a resident's income, making these senior housing apartments a reasonably priced option in Sedgwick County. The four-story high rise...
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Plaza North Senior Residences is an apartment community designed with all of the comforts and conveniences in mind for resident's ages 55 or better. This beautifully landscaped community is located in northeast Wichita and is conveniently connected to the North east Senior Center which houses a...
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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.
At The Mapleton we understand that feeling at home is more than simply having a beautiful place to stay; it’s about being in a place where you feel connected to family, friends and community. We want each of our residents to feel that the entire Mapleton home is an extension of their own living...
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Whoever wrote that review in 2015 is a liar!! Shadyway Plaza is a wonderful place to live for people age 50 and up. One of our residents is 104 years old and doesn't have one complaint and none of us are...
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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...
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These are so nice and affordable. They are only 3 years old so everything is brand new and maintenance and management are AMAZING!!!
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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.
Regal Cottages is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. Regal Cottages is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, coffee shops, banking, houses of worship, parks, nail and beauty salons, opportunities for...
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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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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Thank you so much for your interest in our community! We are excited to share the new openings we have available for lease and boast of our immense progress we have made to these properties. We have completely renovated each building with an updated color palette, while maintaining the history...
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Situated in the beautiful town of Wichita, Sedgwick County, KS, West Park Tower offers senior citizens a comfortable, full-service living situation where they can truly enjoy life. With more than 100 parks in the area, there is no question that there are plenty of nature-centric things to do and...
Cost of independent living in Marion County, KS
The average cost of senior living in Marion County is $3,165 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ramona, KS with an average of $2,322 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Marion County, KS vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Marion County, KS vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Marion County
Recent reviews for independent living in Marion County
Brookdale Junction City
4.8
I have been very satisfied with Brookdale. The staff made my mom's transition to assisted living very smooth. They were very helpful in making my mom feel at home. The staff is always pleasant and happy to help in any way.
Marion Assisted Living LLC
4.8
We feel good about our parents being in this facility. The staff is very caring and look after them very well. My parents wish their apartment was a little larger - but the apartment is nice. . I gave food a four, but I feel that this is difficult for staff, due to inflation. I do believe they ...
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Homestead of Emporia
5.0
The staff members have been friendly and supportive from the beginning of our experience with Emporia Place. There was thorough explanation of policy and paper work that was involved with my mother's move. Over-all, we are pleased with the care, and the facility itself. My mother has joined ...
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Marion County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion County, 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 Marion County 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 Marion 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
25.6%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion County 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 Marion County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion County 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 Marion County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
19.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Legend of Hutchinson, Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown and Andover Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Marion County, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 106 independent living facilities near Marion County, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Marion County, Kansas is The Regent. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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