The Grand Royale
2900 NE Kendallwood Parkway, Gladstone, MO 64119
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READ MOREOur comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Kansas City, KS below include 111 Assisted Living facilities with 875 reviews. On average in Kansas City, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.7 out of 5 stars.
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2900 NE Kendallwood Parkway, Gladstone, MO 64119
"Our Senior Living Promise Each compassionate encounter with our guests, partners and colleagues helps us discover new ways to deliver uniqu..."
READ MORE2160 SE Blue Parkway, Lees Summit, MO 64063
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is going here. I felt like their memory care was set up very, very well and very accommodating to the patient. And they would allow my dad to go in and stay with my mom if he wanted to. We got two rooms, but they're right side by side, and he ..."
READ MORE15700 W 151st St, Olathe, KS 66062
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We moved my parents to Benton House of Olathe. It's all on one floor, and all of the apartments are close to the dining room. We liked that they have a well-equipped staff day and night, and they have different levels of care. The apartment has a ref..."
READ MORE5745 Rosehill Road, Shawnee, KS 66216
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My uncle moved into Our Home Senior Care a week ago. We love it, everybody there is great. The staff is wonderful, they're very attentive, very knowledgeable; they're great. They keep the room very clean. The facade is great, wonderful, and it's like..."
READ MORE2901 NE 72nd St, Gladstone, MO 64119
5.0
(5 reviews)
"My Aunt lived in the skilled nursing at Linden Woods for over three years. We moved her to Linden Woods from another facility. When we moved her, she could barely communicate with us but within a month of moving to Linden Woods she was talking agai..."
READ MORE11701 Nieman Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We moved my father-in-law into the Gables at Overland Park. Giving him his medication is included within the monthly payment. There is lot of staff on-site, so you can always find someone. He loves the food. The staff is very friendly. It is a smalle..."
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9631 Delmar St, Overland Park, KS 66207
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother stayed at JemiGrace Home Plus LLC. It's brand new and it's absolutely wonderful. It was a Golden Girls type home that had six women living there. My mother was so excited when she went to visit and have lunch. She said, "Those people are re..."
READ MORE5150 Hughes Rd, Leavenworth, KS 66048
4.8
(5 reviews)
"The prices at Homestead of Leavenworth were a little bit high, but they were good people. The location was fine and the facility was very nice. It's not brand new, but it's clean. It's a little harder to get to. There's not a lot of parking off the m..."
READ MORE11701 West 60th Place, Shawnee, KS 66203
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Golden Oaks has offered my dad a safe and comfortable home environment during a difficult and unexpected transitional season. The staff has worked really hard to help my dad and my family. They have been kind, accessible, and responsive during a c..."
READ MORE17500 West 119th Street, Olathe, KS 66061
4.6
(11 reviews)
"Aberdeen Village is extremely nice and clean. The staff is excellent and very good. When my father-in-law was there, and the food was excellent. Everything about the place was top-notch. They have library spaces and meeting areas. The rooms are very ..."
READ MORE15325 S Lone Elm Rd, Olathe, KS 66061
4.5
(17 reviews)
"I visited Cedar Lake Village two years ago. It's an older establishment but what's nice was that it's close to the Olathe hospital. Not that I need it, but it's nice to know it's there. The cleanliness was very good. It was 95% satisfactory. The lady..."
READ MORE13060 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66213
4.5
(19 reviews)
"I toured and the staff was wonderful to me they treated me like I was family, the apartments was clean and nice, I had lunch while I was there, and the food was amazing, they had done a lot of work on the common areas which made this community beauti..."
READ MORE33600 W 85th St, De Soto, KS 66018
4.5
(2 reviews)
"We toured Hillside Village. The rooms were a nice size room with a walk-in closet, and that's the only one that had a walk-in closet. It's very clean and very homey. They did everything possible. They worked with us. They told us everything. She was ..."
READ MORE2100 Johnston Drive, Raymore, MO 64083
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I loved Benton House of Raymore. If I ever need assisted living, that's where I want to go. It is lovely. Their food is cooked in-house by a chef. We got to eat lunch there, and it was delicious. The employees were all very friendly. They put a lot o..."
READ MORE15707 Pinehurst Drive, Basehor, KS 66007
4.5
(6 reviews)
"Everybody is really nice at Country Place. My mom is very happy there. We never had any negative experiences in this facility. My mom participates in all of the activities that they have there and she gets along really well with the staff. They love ..."
READ MORE401 Platte Clay Way, Kearney, MO 64060
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I looked at Westbrook Care Center. They were extremely nice there. They couldn't accept her because my mom needs more than assisted living. The staff is extremely friendly. It would be a good place for someone that needs assisted living. It's very cl..."
READ MORE657 Eisenhower, Lansing, KS 66043
4.4
(5 reviews)
"Twin Oaks Assisted Living was pleasant. It didn't smell at all. It looked like the nurses were on top of everything and they got the job done. The apartments were nice and the staff was also nice. They play bingo, cards, and other games. They have a ..."
READ MORE10300 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park, KS 66210
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My dad has moved into Anthology of Overland Park. It would be really hard to pick something that I like the best because there are so many things. I guess the most comprehensive answer would be their personal attention to my dad. The staff members ar..."
READ MORE22000 Prairie Star Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66220
4.3
(6 reviews)
"Benton House of Lenexa had gracious common areas, unique and plentiful activities, and a wide range of apartments. The staff was professional, helpful, and easy to communicate with. There's low to no sales pitch. They just provided the tour and answe..."
READ MORE11400 Hidden Lake Drive, Raytown, MO 64133
4.3
(3 reviews)
"We chose to live here in Hidden Lake Care Center because of the location. Like the name itself, it's like a hidden location with a lake. People can't find you unless they know where you live. The independent living has all utilities paid, and there's..."
READ MORELeawood
$4,849
Prairie Village
$4,287
Gladstone
$4,275
Kansas City
$4,200
Overland Park
$4,178
US
$4,000
Kansas City
$3,984
Shawnee
$2,662
When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Kansas City and 18 other cities in Kansas.
Low-income seniors who qualify for KanCare, the state Medicaid program, may qualify for the Frail Elderly Waiver, which helps pay the costs of assisted living for seniors who would otherwise qualify for placement in a nursing home.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Kansas page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Kansas page.
Due to projected inflation between 2022 and 2024, assisted living costs in Kansas City are expected to increase almost 18% from $4,147 to $4,893. Local fees are similar to the national average, which is projected to increase from $4,070 to $4,802. Seniors in Kansas City can expect to pay less than the state average, which will likely be around $5,149 by 2024. Other cities are also likely to see a gradual increase in rates; prices in Topeka, Wichita and Salina are expected to rise by around 18% over the same period.
Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
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Kansas City | $4,147 | $4,543 | $4,893 |
U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
Kansas | $4,066 | $4,834 | $5,149 |
Topeka | $4,589 | $5,028 | $5,415 |
Wichita | $4,954 | $5,427 | $5,844 |
Salina | $6,458 | $7,075 | $7,619 |
Costs of senior care vary in Kansas City. In 2023, the monthly assisted living cost is around $4,543. Memory care is a bit higher, averaging $4,832, while independent living is lower, at $4,013 per month. Various factors cause prices to differ, including a senior's support needs, a facility's amenities and the location. Therefore, it's crucial that individuals consider their requirements, financial situation and living preferences when choosing the most appropriate care type.
Assisted Living
$4,543
Memory Care
$4,832
Independent Living
$4,013
There are many resources in Kansas City,KS that assist seniors in their retirement. caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Kansas state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Wyandotte - Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging | 888-661-1444 | Kansas' Area Agencies on Aging are available to help seniors, their loved ones and their caregivers in every county by answering aging-related questions and providing direct services and connections with other local providers. These agencies are responsible for all federal Older Americans Act services, such as congregate and home-delivered meals, caregiver support, transportation and legal services. In addition to OAA services, seniors aged 60 and over can seek help with Medicaid, in-home care, nutrition programs, fitness and more. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Kansas City seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Kansas Legal Services - Kansas City | 800-723-6953 | Kansas Legal Services connects seniors with private volunteer attorneys who can answer their legal questions free of charge. Attorneys can provide guidance on civil matters, including financial abuse, setting up wills and power of attorney, estate planning and probate law. Tenant and landlord issues, bankruptcy concerns and Social Security benefits are also handled by KLS attorneys. All Kansas residents 60 years of age and up qualify for support from KLS's Elder Hotline. |
Kansas Senior Citizen Law Project | 888-353-5337 | Available to all older residents of Kansas, the Senior Citizen Law Project provides free legal advice on a range of pertinent issues. Areas of law include elder neglect and abuse, public benefits and health insurance, medical rights, long-term care and consumer affairs. The organization also assists seniors with life and estate planning matters, such as wills. Seniors aged 60 and older can contact a legal advisor via the statewide Elder Law Hotline. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Kansas City have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City | 816-924-1096 | Habitat for Humanity can help seniors keep their homes in good condition. The organization's restoration programs cover minor repairs, such as exterior painting and window fixes, plus critical home repairs, including roof and HVAC system replacements. Weatherization services are available as well. The organization can tell clients more about eligibility requirements. |
Senior centers in Kansas City bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Bonner Springs Senior Center | 913-441-0169 | Bonner Springs Senior Center is located in Bonner Springs, KS, where it provides the local 55+ community with a monthly calendar of engaging activities and events. Seniors can attend social events such as potlucks and holiday parties, enjoy playing mahjong or join in a game of cards. Trips are routinely planned to local attractions, including casinos, the Renaissance Festival and the Grand 'Ol Opry. Local day trips are offered, along with 2-9 day excursions. |
Kansas Health Care Association (KHCA) - Kansas City | 785-267-6003 | Topeka, KS is home to the Kansas Health Care Association, which is also a registered Center for Assisted Living. Founded in 1951, the nonprofit organization provides quality services for seniors in need of long-term nursing care through its network of members. The organization offers a variety of services, such as health screenings, nutritious meals, social activities and housekeeping services. Additionally, they offer specialized mental health interventions, medication management and therapy, which are tailored to the individual needs of their clients. |
Senior engagement resources and programs in Kansas City help older adults remain active and ensure they contribute to the community. Resources include wellness programs, volunteer opportunities, support groups and organizations that help residents connect with the community to live fulfilling lives.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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The Kansas City Public Library Senior Listen Line | 816-701-3467 | The Senior Listen Line at the Kansas City Public Library is a free resource for older residents in the community. Covered topics cater to the senior population, who can call (816) 701-3467 or listen online to hear the current content. They might hear a prerecorded story or, helpful tips on health and fitness, arts and entertainment news or information about access to other services benefiting seniors. Recordings are changed monthly. |
Social Security offices in Kansas City help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Kansas City Social Security Office 66101 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Kansas City, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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RideKC Freedom | 816-842-9070 | RideKC Freedom is a paratransit service for which seniors 65 years of age and older are eligible. (Individuals with certain disabilities are also eligible.) Riders pay $3 per one-way trip and can use the service to reach medical appointments and other important destinations. Seniors who complete the RideKC Freedom qualification process also become eligible for the RideKC Bus program, which offers free, fixed-route rides, and RideKC Freedom On-Demand, a pricier but more flexible service. |
Kansas City-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Kansas are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Kansas page for more information about these laws.
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5.0
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