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10 Best Nursing Homes in The Highlands, KS

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Nursing Homes Facilities near The Highlands, KS

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Photo of Clear Mind Center at Avita Rolling Hills
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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.
A state of the art program, only the second of its kind in the nation, in partnership with Dr. Sandison's Marama model, we follow world-renowned Dr. Bredesen's Protocol to stop cognitive decline and even reverse Dementia symptoms.Our goal is to return you to independent living. We provide the...
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
You want to feel at home whether you’re looking for long-term nursing service, short-term help recuperating from an injury or specialized Alzheimer’s care. We’re here for you. Regardless of your healthcare needs, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting. Our...
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Cost of nursing homes in The Highlands, KS

The average cost of senior living in The Highlands is $4,753 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Little River, KS with an average of $4,142 per month.

Nursing homes costs in The Highlands, KS, vs. nearby cities

The Highlands, KS
$4,753/mo

Nursing homes costs in The Highlands, KS, vs. state and national averages

The Highlands, KS
$4,753/mo
$4,825/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in The Highlands, KS, vs. other senior living options

$4,783/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,753/mo

Nursing homes costs in The Highlands, KS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,280/mo
Studio
$5,556/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,004/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,748/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,142/mo

Senior living costs in The Highlands vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: The Highlands, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThe Highlands, KSKansasU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,753/mo$4,825/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,980/mo$4,931/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,783/mo$4,825/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,215/mo$3,766/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
The Highlands, KS:$4,753/mo
Kansas:$4,825/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
The Highlands, KS:$4,980/mo
Kansas:$4,931/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
The Highlands, KS:$4,783/mo
Kansas:$4,825/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
The Highlands, KS:$3,215/mo
Kansas:$3,766/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in The Highlands, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in The Highlands 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.

The Highlands, KSKS stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in The Highlands, KS

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in The Highlands 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
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
The Highlands, KS$5,589/mo$5,035/mo+11.0%
Kansas$5,914/mo$5,699/mo+3.8%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
The Highlands, KS
2024 average cost:$5,589/mo
2023 average cost:$5,035/mo
Percent change:+11.0%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$5,914/mo
2023 average cost:$5,699/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in The Highlands

Recent reviews for nursing homes in The Highlands

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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Dove Estates Senior Living in Goddard, KS

4.7
We chose Dove Estates because we liked the overall atmosphere pf the facility and after walking around during the tour, the residents were all out and about and would come up and say hi to us. Everyone was just very friendly. The apartments themselves are also very nice. The staff were always ...
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River Bend in Great Bend, KS

5.0
My sister lived at River Bend for almost 4 years and recently passed away there. The staff and administration are the most caring and compassionate people I have ever met. My sister absolutely loved living here and loved the food as well! They were always so helpful when we had questions and ...
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The Highlands nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in The Highlands nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in The Highlands, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in The Highlands nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in The Highlands that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
The Highlands, KSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.3%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.9%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.2%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.8%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.4%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.8%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.8%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.6%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in The Highlands nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of The Highlands Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
The Highlands, KSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.8%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.6%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.9%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.4%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in The Highlands nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of The Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
The Highlands, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.9%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.4%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in The Highlands nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of The Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
The Highlands, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.7%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in The Highlands nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in The Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
The Highlands, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.7%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.4%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
17.2%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.2%
0.5%
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Legend of Hutchinson, Sedgwick Plaza and Parkwest are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near The Highlands, Kansas. See full list of communities.
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