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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Wichita Heights, KS

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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...
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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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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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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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.
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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.
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...
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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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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...
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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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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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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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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...
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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...
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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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My mother has been here for years. It is a small friendly community. Very well maintained. Very helpful and caring staff.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Wichita Heights, KS

The average cost of senior living in Wichita Heights is $3,758 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Towanda, KS with an average of $3,164 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wichita Heights, KS vs. nearby cities

Wichita Heights, KS
$3,758/mo
$3,758/mo
$3,695/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wichita Heights, KS vs. the state and national average

Wichita Heights, KS
$3,758/mo
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wichita Heights vs. other types of senior living

$4,901/mo
Independent Living
$3,758/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Wichita Heights, KS by room type

Semi-Private
$3,875/mo
Studio
$3,989/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,325/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,713/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,145/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Wichita Heights over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Wichita Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Wichita Heights

Holiday Grasslands Estates in Wichita, KS

4.0
The people are all friendly and helpful! It's so peaceful and stress-free. Activities are fun and so are fun and so are the people. I wanted to really retire I moved in slowly - but trash and vacuum not happened yet.

The Regent in Wichita, KS

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My mother moved into an apartment at The Regent when maintaining her own home became too much responsibility. We were thoroughly impressed with the facility, the staff and programming. It's like a nice hotel; from the décor to the dining to the professionalism of all the employees. Clearly, a ...
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Brookdale Tallgrass in Wichita, KS

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I like that it is a smaller community. You get to know the staff pretty well, and get to know who the caregivers are. I don't think they check in on my loved one as much as I would like to. They do a lot of great activities during the week to keep the residents busy. The weekends are pretty ...
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Wichita Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wichita Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wichita Heights, 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 Wichita Heights 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 Wichita Heights 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
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28.2%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
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No sugar
No sugar
28.2%
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Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Wichita Heights 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 Wichita Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wichita Heights 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 Wichita Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
48.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown, Avita Senior Living at Rolling Hills and Andover Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wichita Heights, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 47 independent living facilities near Wichita Heights, Kansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Wichita Heights, Kansas are Parkwest and The Regent. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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