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The cost of independent living in Jefferson County is about $3,735 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 251 options. Read 3571 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Vintage Park at Tonganoxie
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Staff is helpful and supportive. Facility is very clean. Mom was able to make friends and enjoy the social activities. According to my mom, more choices and quantity would improve the food. I believe they...
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.
Vintage Park at Tonganoxie is a beautiful assisted living community located in the growing community of Tonganoxie, Kansas. Tonganoxie is well known throughout the state for providing a high quality of life for residents including a low crime rate, high quality educational opportunities, peaceful...
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8.0
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They were always wonderful. The room sizes are very nice size, especially compared to some others that we had seen and previously been at. It is a great facility, I told them I wanted my name on the list...
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.
Photo of Vintage Park at Holton
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What our family likes the most about the community are all the different activities the staff members have for the residents to participate in. They are great. Based on the experience we have had so far, we...
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.
Vintage Park at Holton is an assisted living community in beautiful rural Kansas. Residents enjoy being a part of an active, vibrant community with a wealth of social activities and delicious, restaurant-style dining. Vintage Park at Holton offers supportive assistance when and where it is...
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Mom does not care for the food. It is very bland with no real choices and a lot of sandwiches are given for meals. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Facility is old but well kept. There also needs to...
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.
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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.9
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71 reviews
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Location, the friendly residents, staff is what stuck out. My mom has had a difficult transition but has had residents that have taken her under their wing. That has been a lifesaver. I'm in Florida right...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Embrace the Good LifeAnyone can experience basic senior living, but why settle for basic when you can enjoy something exceptional? Nestled on a quiet campus with beautiful landscaping and fragrant gardens, our independent living community is full of active and vibrant seniors just like you....
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Town Village of Leawood is a very welcoming, friendly community. The move in was easy and Assisted Moving of Kansas City was very helpful! The maintenance provided, good food and housekeeping have made it a...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Town Village of Leawood is an award-winning senior living community in Leawood, Kansas. As soon as you walk through our door, meet our wonderful staff, and see our beautiful community — you will understand why seniors love living at Town Village of Leawood.Awarded U.S. News's Best Independent...
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I've lived here 2 years. The staff is always friendly & extremely supportive. The building is very well kept and clean. There are as many activities as anyone would want or as much privacy that you might...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Affordable conveniences re-imagined for those 55 years and better.More amenities usually means more money in independent living, but at Novel Place you don't have to give up your entire life savings to get the conveniences you desire. Your monthly rent includes dining, light housekeeping,...
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After living at Thornton Place for about 10 months, I am enjoying it very much. I love my apartment, the staff are enjoyable and concerned about the residents and offer a medley of various activities for...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Thornton Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within gorgeously landscaped grounds in the Flint Hills, you'll love the grandeur of Thornton Place while enjoying all the conveniences of nearby Topeka. We're just minutes from shopping, dining,...
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5s across the board! Everyone is so friendly - staff and residents. Mom is very involved in activities. Meals are fantastic (especially the salad bar). Ability to ask for something off-menu is a plus....
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Riverstone Retirement is Kansas City’s Premier independent living community. Riverstone Retirement comprises apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Riverstone Retirement is an all-inclusive retirement...
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A good experience based on being a resident just over one month. It has been easy to adapt to the routine of the schedule action. A variety in provided and one can choose those of their own interest. The...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Country Squire provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. At Country Squire retirement community, you'll receive the royal treatment. We're located in a quiet corner of St. Joseph, a community that recalls the small-town friendliness of past generations. And if you...
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Photo of Senior Star at Wexford Place
2525 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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110 reviews
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Food I think has improved in the past year but it is inconsistent. At times way too salty or hard to cut or chew for older residents. I often wish that the substitute menu would be better. They do seem...
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.
Welcome to Senior Star at Wexford Place! Wexford Place is an independent living, assisted living, and state-of-the-art memory support community located in the heart of "The Northland" in Kansas City, Miissouri. It's a community filled with friendship and lots of ways to enjoy a life full of...
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Photo of Shawnee Hills Senior LivingCommunity card badge
11 Video available
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9.5
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87 reviews
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They got to know [name removed]and watched out for him, At 100, that was appreciated. And the overall feel of the place was very good.
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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Photo of Aventura at Overland Park
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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143 reviews
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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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Photo of Connect55 Plus Kansas City
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Residents are friendly and there are scheduled events. Maintenance man is very helpful. Front office not open all day. 1 bedroom has large kitchen/living room space. Bedroom can fit a queen and 1 dresser....
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.
Independent 55+ Living in Kansas City, MOConnect55+ Kansas City is conveniently located in Kansas City, Missouri, yet tucked away in a quiet, country setting. Come as Strangers, Live as Friends® at our welcoming, pet-friendly community that offers active seniors a high quality of life with...
Photo of The Forum at Overland Park
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The forum is a close knit lovely community. They truly know their residents! The facilities are warm and inviting, we trust them to care for our loved one!
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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Photo of The Village at Olathe
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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55 reviews
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We've (my sister and I) been happy with everyone we've dealt with from the front desk, medical assistants, etc. no complaints here. It's good value for the price.
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.
In America’s heartland, where sprawling fields of grass and wheat sway under gentle blue skies, sprouts a new kind of senior living community in South Olathe, Kansas. In this friendly city, residents of Anthology of Olathe are encouraged to live aspirationally by welcoming neighbors and kind,...
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I liked the staff and the assisted living area was great but if someone was looking for memory care they should consider their loved one's needs. I felt it was better for women in memory care.
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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22 Floor plans available
9.4
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My mom was there from [date removed] until she passed in 2024. The staff at anthology cared for her like family. She was in the memory care floor and the staff were all so loving and really knew how to...
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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My mother-in-law is there in senior living, but she has dementia. But not bad enough to move to memory care. So she tells me that there were supposed to be scheduled and then when she goes, no one is ever...
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.
Brandon Woods Retirement Community Brandon Woods Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Lawrence, Kansas, in Douglas County and home to about 88,000 people. Located along the Wakarusa and Kansas Rivers, residents will enjoy this beautiful college town with its park-like...
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Photo of The Gardens at Barry Road
2020 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.4
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I believe that this truly is the best value in the northland. It looks like a senior living resort. It's clean, the staff are friendly. I wish some of the monthly costs could have been pointed out more...
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 Gardens at Barry Road Assisted Living and Memory Care is an engaging, service-oriented community in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri. Our community recognizes that a new phase in life can be a leap of faith—for you and your family. To make this transition easier, our compassionate team...
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The ratio of staff to patients was very good. The staff was very caring to the patients. If you needed any information about your loved one. It was accessible from the staff at any time. The food was 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.
The Windsor of Lawrence is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve.We honor each resident's...
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A year ago I liked the staff and the person that gave me the tour was nice and helpful. The facility seemed nice and is close to a lot of stores and restaurants. The people that lived here were very nice too
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luxurious Senior Living in OlatheCome as Strangers, Live as Friends® at Connect55+ Olathe, where you’ll experience comfortable, worry-free living. Connect55+ communities offer spacious, pet-friendly one- and two-bedroom senior apartments with indulgent amenities, including private patios or...
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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The staff is present. The new corporate management is responsive to email & phone calls. They hosted a family meal but ran out of food and did not have sufficient staff, seating, etc. They are now in...
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.
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1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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9.3
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Mom was very active in her neighborhood before moving, so she needed a place with the amenities she needed, plus a community of friends and plenty to do. Brookdale has been perfect for her. The residents and...
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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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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It has been overall mostly a positive experience. It is cleaner than most I believe. The staff has been great.. When it comes to the care services it gets a 4 because we are new to this type of facility....
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 Tiffany Springs the most desired in the...
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Cost of independent living in Jefferson County, KS

The average cost of senior living in Jefferson County is $3,735 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leavenworth, KS with an average of $3,325 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jefferson County, KS vs. nearby counties

Jefferson County, KS
$3,735/mo
$4,026/mo
$3,778/mo

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

Jefferson County, KS
$3,735/mo
$3,795/mo
U.S. national average
$4,136/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jefferson County vs. other types of senior living

$5,019/mo
Independent Living
$3,735/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Jefferson County, KS by room type

Semi-Private
$4,853/mo
Studio
$4,910/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,677/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,962/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,581/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Jefferson County over time

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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 independent living in Jefferson County

Recent reviews for independent living in Jefferson County

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.

Lexington Park Independent Living in Topeka, KS

4.6
My Grandparents really love it. There are a lot of activities and the facility is very nice.

Vintage Park at Ottawa

4.7
This is a nice place for your loved one to be. I would recommend to take your loved one to see the community. If you can stay a little bit and see activities in the community you will be able to see how things go.

Jefferson County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson County, 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 Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jefferson County, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.7%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
32.9%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.8%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jefferson County, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
38.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jefferson County, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.9%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
47%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.8%
46.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, Brookdale Overland Park 119th and Town Village of Leawood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jefferson County, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 251 independent living facilities near Jefferson County, Kansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Jefferson County, Kansas are Brookdale Overland Park 119th, Town Village of Leawood and Novel Place Overland Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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