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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Clay Center, KS

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Assisted living costs in Clay Center average about $4,649 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 29 communities in Clay Center. Our detailed directory has 73 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Kimeo, Milford and Buckeye.

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Eaglecrest allows my mother her independence and privacy, yet the staff are always nearby to assist. Eaglecrest offers opportunities for our family to participate in the activities at the community. All of...
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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Cost of assisted living in Clay Center, KS

The average cost of senior living in Clay Center is $4,649 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Manchester, KS with an average of $3,355 per month.

Assisted living costs in Clay Center, KS, vs. nearby cities

Clay Center, KS
$4,649/mo
$5,046/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay Center, KS, vs. state and national averages

Clay Center, KS
$4,649/mo
$5,047/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay Center, KS, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,649/mo
$4,649/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay Center, KS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,580/mo
Studio
$5,341/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,625/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,150/mo

Senior living costs in Clay Center vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Clay Center, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClay Center, KSKansasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,649/mo$5,047/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,649/mo$4,956/mo$4,944/mo
Independent Living$3,651/mo$3,844/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Clay Center, KS:$4,649/mo
Kansas:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Clay Center, KS:$4,649/mo
Kansas:$4,956/mo
U.S.:$4,944/mo
Independent Living
Clay Center, KS:$3,651/mo
Kansas:$3,844/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
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Assisted living costs in Clay Center, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Clay Center 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.

Clay Center, KSKS stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Clay Center, KS

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Clay Center 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
Clay Center, KS$5,231/mo$5,798/mo-9.8%
Kansas$5,055/mo$4,826/mo+4.7%
National$4,877/mo$4,603/mo+6.0%
Clay Center, KS
2024 average cost:$5,231/mo
2023 average cost:$5,798/mo
Percent change:-9.8%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$5,055/mo
2023 average cost:$4,826/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$4,877/mo
2023 average cost:$4,603/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Clay Center, KS

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Clay Center.

What families are saying about assisted living in Clay Center

Recent reviews for assisted living in Clay Center

Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, KS

4.8
It was beautiful, really nice! It was a little more expensive. The food was a three and a half or a four, it left a little to be desired. The people were friendly and it was clean and just beautiful!

Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Manhattan

3.4
For the most part everyone is nice some of the other residents can be quite rude and act like they own the place. I have made a couple of friends that i spend time with. The activities are a lot of fun to join in all the ladies in activities really make the activities fun. I also find the ...
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Stoneybrook Assisted Living in Manhattan, KS

3.9
Our loved one really enjoys her little apartment, but sometimes when she has questions or needs assistance she can't really get the questions answered or assistance in a timely manner. She also says sometimes the food is a little bland.

Clay Center review score based on 25 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 26 Clay Center assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Clay Center review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Clay Center review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Clay Center, KS26 facilities
8.1
Morganville, KS28 facilities
7.5
Green, KS9 facilities

Review subcategories for Clay Center assisted living

When assisted living 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 25 reviews of 26 Clay Center assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Clay Center resident and family assisted living 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.
Clay Center, KS averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.4
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
4.3
3.7
Activities
4.4
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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Clay Center assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Clay Center that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clay Center, KSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clay Center assisted living

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 Clay Center Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clay Center, KSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clay Center assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Clay Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clay Center, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.5%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Clay Center assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Clay Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clay Center, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clay Center assisted 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 assisted living communities in Clay Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clay Center, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
26.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Clay Center

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Kansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Clay Center protect seniors.
Learn about Kansas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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