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Memory care in Merriam offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Merriam is about $5,027 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 64 communities, read 1649 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Brookdale Shawnee
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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42 reviews
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It is one of the better atmospheres, but it doesn't seem to matter to the residents. If they are sad and missing their family, atmosphere just doesn't matter to them. It's a place I would enjoy living in,...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Safety For Them, Peace of Mind For YouWe understand how difficult it can be to transition your loved one’s care to someone else. That’s why we go above and cultivate a warm and welcoming memory care environment that fosters a sense of purpose and belonging without sacrificing quality care and...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.1
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Some problems getting transportation to Dr. Appointments, staff turnover and shortages? Mom is a bit of difficult personality , Dad always said she was meaner than a bucket of a-holes. Complains the food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Avenue 81 will redefine the way you think about retirement living. As a luxury senior living community, Avenue 81 provides all the modern services and amenities of an upscale resort with no upfront buy-in. Plus, we’re conveniently located just steps away from the many restaurants and shops of...
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2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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49 reviews
8.0
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We are pleased with all experiences we have had with Morningside Place. The staff and hospice staff have been very attentive to our family member and respond to our concerns when we have questions. My loved...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Morningside Place, an Anthem Memory Care Community is an assisted living conveniently located in the beautiful, upscale city of Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas. With easy access to four major Interstate highways and a less than forty minute drive from Kansas City International Airport,...
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11 Video available
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9.7
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84 reviews
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My father has lived at Shawnee Hills for about two months and it has been an overall positive experience. The facility is clean, bright and there are lots of activities for residents to participate in. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Welcome to Shawnee Hills Senior Living, a new concept in senior living in Shawnee, Kansas. The Community is conveniently located off of West 63rd Street and Maurer Road with direct access to Highway 435 and Shawnee Mission Parkway. Shawnee Hills is located directly north of the Shawnee Station...
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66 Photos available
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39 reviews
9.6
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When our loved one got to life end, everyone was very nice and were kind and helped us through that difficult time. The staff were so nice to him.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Stratford Commons Memory Care Community offers one of the most innovative approaches to senior memory care in Overland Park. Our approach treats residents with the utmost respect, patience, and kindness while offering a sense of purpose and pleasure. The Courtyard program and staff recognize and...
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1616 Photos available
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9.4
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18 reviews
9.4
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18 reviews
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It's a smaller facility and a great sense of community. Dog friendly as it was so important that the folks could keep their little dogs! Plenty of activities to keep them busy, weekly grocery run. Just a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Forum at Overland Park is a senior retirement community offering Independent Living and Assisted Living. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and service.Independent LivingIndependent Living is ideal for seniors who desire...
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1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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52 reviews
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Very good! We love it here! Very clean and orderly!!! The staff and employees cannot do enough to please you and answer your demands! Care services are very good! The food and service in the dinning is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Good Times and Better CompanyNestled within a quiet and nature-filled neighborhood, our independent and assisted living community provides you with more than a wonderful backdrop to enjoy a life well lived. With spacious common areas for relaxing, dining and socializing, a dining room that...
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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138 reviews
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The staff is fantastic and very attentive to the needs of the residents. They know the resident and their family by name. Very important as my Mother makes the transition from home to a safe, long term care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
We can’t wait for you to call Park Meadows Senior Living in Overland Park, Kansas, home. This Kansas City suburb offers Midwestern charm alongside big city venues, cultural centers, and museums set against a backdrop almost as pastoral as a John Steuart Curry painting. With nearly 45 golf courses...
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1414 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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29 reviews
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The rooms at the Ashton are spacious and bright but best of all everybody from the Magnolia Trail director (the Ashton's Memory Care section) to the nurses, aides, occupational therapists to the medical...
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.
We invite you to make your home here with us at The Ashton on the Plaza. We believe each person has a unique life story. That's why we've crafted a senior living experience that empowers you to live your story in a beautiful, meaningful way. We know that a thoroughly composed care plan, delivered...
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9.1
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59 reviews
9.1
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My parents had dramatic and sudden changes in their health which took us from needing assisted living sometime in the future to having to figure things quickly. I knew as soon as I visited that it was the...
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.
Welcome to Trustwell Living at Mission Springs! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
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Photo of Sunrise of Lenexa
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33 Floor plans available
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9.1
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[name removed] the activities director is very personable and compassionate, Also [name removed] Mom's caretaker o believe CNA ,always always hard at work . The cleaning staff has been very good...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Photo of St. Anthony's Senior Living
1717 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.9
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I lived in Independent living for almost 4 years and knew my care just across the street would be just as accommodating as I experienced in independent living. The care provided by St. Anthony's is the best....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
St. Anthony’s Senior Living is a gated, resort-style community that offers one and two-bedroom apartment homes in residential living and assisted living. Designed for residents who are 62 years of age and better, this modern community is perfect for those who wish to pursue an active, healthy,...
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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The staff is all wonderful and have been great as I live out of state. Always receptive and helpful when I call. Food seems to be an issue according to my mom in regards to variety. Yet, trying to please all...
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Lenexa the most desired in the...
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44 Floor plans available
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My mother really enjoyed living there. The rooms are big and lovely. The nursing staff and kitchen staff were very friendly and caring.
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.
At Sunrise of Overland Park, KS, we offer our residents and their families the best of both worlds in so many ways. Our senior living community is located close enough to Interstate 35 to make it accessible, but far enough from the hustle and bustle to allow our residents to retain the privacy...
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33 Floor plans available
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1-It was very nicely kept up. I work for retirement community so I was looking for a nice place that compare to where I work. 2- My sister and toured several places and this was clean I work in...
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.
Putting More Life in Senior LivingYou should never have to spend your senior years hoping something fun and exciting comes along to invorigate your spirit and nourish your mind. Here at our assisted living and skilled nursing and rehabilitation community, you can enjoy quality care without...
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1313 Photos available
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All 5's - I'm impressed with how much staff must attend to in short windows and make it all work for the residence...my loved one was a real stress test on the system! Administration was always available and...
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.
Homestead Assisted Living offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that allows residents to relax and enjoy every day. We strive to provide all the amenities of home to make them feel comfortable. Whatever residents like to do, they’ll be among friends who share common interests and needs. ...
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The staff is very kind and caring. The activities director is super, every day there is a fun activity. The kitchen staff are so nice and accommodating to special diets and requests. The staff communicates...
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.
Welcome to Trustwell Living of Overland Park! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
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55 Floor plans available
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8.5
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My loved one is currently a resident at Glenwood Village of Overland Park and the experience at this facility has been great for her so far. We have found a place that is safe, affordable and that has a...
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.
Pegasus Landing of Overland Park (formerly known as Glenwood Village of Overland Park) provides assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Overland Park, Kansas area. The city of Overland Park has excellent healthcare and recreational options, making it an ideal place for...
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8.5
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15 reviews
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When I interviewed at Silvercrest I found [name removed] to be gracious and helpful. I moved in [date removed] and I find the staff friendly and helpful, from the top on down. The girls who clean are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Silvercrest at College View is an exciting new concept in Senior Community Living with lots of variety and amenities to choose from. Our unique and beautiful brand new buildings are contemporary and do not look like the traditional retirement or Assisted Living community. Large spacious floor to...
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I would recommend Sunrise of Leawood to others. Unfortunately, there is no guide book for putting a loved one in assisted living, so don't be afraid to ask questions, speak up when you'd like to see...
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.
Sunrise of Leawood is an assisted living community in Leawood, Johnson County, Kansas that specializes in long and short-term memory care stays. The community is conveniently located in an affluent suburb, that's south of I-435 in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. Leawood is nestled between...
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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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41 reviews
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My Dad was only in the Villages at Mission for 5 1/2 months before his passing, but we were very satisfied with his care. One incident I like to tell is when he took a little fall and scraped his arm. Once...
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.
The Village at Mission provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. Our Healthcare neighborhood emphasizes resident care and dignity in private or shared...
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99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.4
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28 reviews
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28 reviews
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My father has been a resident at Brookdale Leawood for 8 months. I was caring for him at home when it was getting more and more tiring. I met with [name removed] who was beyond caring and thoughtful during...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
An Elevated LifestyleYou can rest easy knowing your loved one is in good hands here at our memory care community in Leawood, Kansas. With a dedicated care team available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, personalized care plans designed to meet your family member’s specific needs and a warm and...
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44 Floor plans available
8.2
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28 reviews
8.2
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28 reviews
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They are so helpful and accommodating. My aunt is very well cared for and has settled in nicely. Having meals provided, and her medication managed were her two priorities for leaving her home, and they do a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Garden Villas of Lenexa Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a unique philosophy of...
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8.2
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[name removed] moved out after a few months and passed in [date removed]. The activities were wonderful. The staff members were were great too. We would recommend this community to other families based on...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Homestead Memory Care offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that allows residents to relax and enjoy every day. We strive to provide all the amenities of home to make them feel comfortable. Whatever residents like to do, they’ll be among friends who share common interests and needs. Residents...
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22 Floor plans available
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We moved her to Homestead during that time when we saw what she needed. We were very pleased with Homestead also because it was nearer my residence. I was able to see her everyday. Homestead was a smaller...
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.
Homestead of Shawnee is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Shawnee, KS.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require 24-hour care. Homestead of Shawnee offers many services and amenities...
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Cost of memory care in Merriam, KS

The average cost of senior living in Merriam is $5,027 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Linwood, KS with an average of $4,861 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merriam, KS vs. nearby cities

Merriam, KS
$5,027/mo
$5,013/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merriam, KS vs. the state and national average

Merriam, KS
$5,027/mo
$4,861/mo
U.S. national average
$4,862/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merriam vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,027/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Merriam, KS by room type

Semi-Private
$5,070/mo
Studio
$5,347/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,543/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,674/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,750/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Merriam over time

Merriam, KSKS stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Merriam

Recent reviews for memory care in Merriam

Jackson Creek Memory Care in Independence, MO

4.8
It is always a heartbreaking situation to have to place one's ailing parent in a memory care unit. Mom lived out her days with the staff singing to her and smiling with her. They encouraged her to be active and move her extremities. She was well fed and well taken care of. No nursing home is ...
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Vintage Park at Gardner

4.3
We really like the nursing staff and the manager, our only complaint we have about the place is over the weekends there are no regular staff members. The rooms are nice, and our loved ones thing the food is good.

Benton House of Tiffany Springs in Kansas City, MO

5.0
While looking for a facility for my Mother, I wanted something close to my home. My mom is very well taken care of by the staff and they are always very helpful. For activities, they have things like Zumba, carolers come in, church services, and they even have people who bring their dogs in. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Expertise in memory care and individualized attention. Several reviews highlight the exceptional care and expertise provided by staff at different communities for memory care, as seen in Sunrise of Leawood and Stratford Commons Memory Care Community. They offer individualized care and attention to meet each resident's unique needs, ensuring a po ...
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Communication and transparency with families. Families appreciate clear and open communication from community staff, as noted in reviews for Addington Place of Prairie Village, Brookdale College Square, and The Heritage of Overland Park. Regular updates and engagement help create a sense of trust and understanding between families and ...
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Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Communities with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, such as Sunrise of Lenexa, Stratford Commons Memory Care Community, and Brookdale Shawnee, create a comfortable and inviting environment for residents and their families, fostering a sense of belonging and overall satisfaction.
Highly qualified and devoted staff. Numerous reviews praise the dedication and professionalism of caregivers and staff members, as seen in Brookdale College Square, Avenue 81, and The Heritage of Overland Park. Their commitment to residents' well-being is a top priority, ensuring a high standard of care.
Individually tailored activities and care plans. Residents benefit from personalized care plans and activities, as mentioned in reviews for Stratford Commons Memory Care Community, Brookdale College Square, and Brookdale Shawnee. Tailored approaches help cater to each individual's unique needs and preferences, enhancing their overall exp ...
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Thoughtful and considerate amenities and services. Communities offer thoughtful amenities and services, making daily life more comfortable for residents and their families, as noted in reviews for Sunrise of Lenexa, Sunrise of Leawood, and Stratford Commons Memory Care Community. These perks contribute to an overall sense of contentment an ...
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Merriam review score based on 279 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 279 reviews of 58 Merriam memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merriam review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Merriam review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Merriam, KS58 facilities
7.7
Mission, KS58 facilities
7.9
Roeland Park, KS53 facilities

Review subcategories for Merriam memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 279 reviews of 58 Merriam memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Merriam resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Merriam, KS averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Merriam memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merriam memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merriam, 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 Merriam memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Merriam that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merriam, KSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
82.8%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
74.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.8%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.6%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merriam memory care

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 Merriam Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merriam, KSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.6%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merriam memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merriam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merriam, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
65.5%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
53.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.7%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Merriam memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merriam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merriam, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
67.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merriam memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Merriam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merriam, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
74.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.9%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.1%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
82.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.3%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
82.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
82.8%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
51.7%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.8%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 64 memory care facilities near Merriam, Kansas. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Merriam, Kansas are Our Lady of Mercy Country Home and Shawnee Hills Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 64 memory care facilities near you in Merriam, Kansas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merriam, Kansas, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Merriam, Kansas, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Merriam, Kansas ranges from $795 to $11995. The average Memory Care cost in Merriam, Kansas is $5,027. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Merriam, Kansas typically starts at $795. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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