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7 Best Nursing Homes in Buck Creek, KS
Buck Creek is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 7 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Buck Creek, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Buck Creek is about $4,464, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 49 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Jarbalo, Linwood and Weaver.
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9.3
Review score
12 reviews
Overall, I am satisfied with the experience. The caring staff is really caring and establish genuine human contact, which is the most important.
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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37 reviews
My sister relocated from Phoenix two months ago. I felt responsible in selecting a new “home” for her in Lawrence. The Windsor of Lawrence was a perfect choice. It’s in a lovely residential area., one...
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...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
NOW OPEN! Cedarhurst of Lawrence offers spacious apartments, cozy community lounges, and areas designated for a variety of activities, Cedarhurst of Lawrence offers each resident the opportunity to create lasting friendships and warm memories in their new home. Our staff is expertly trained in...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Lawrence, 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. Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living offers many...
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.
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Buck Creek, KS
The average cost of senior living in Buck Creek is $4,464 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Easton, KS with an average of $4,280 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buck Creek, KS vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Buck Creek
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buck Creek
The Piper in Kansas City, KS
3.5
Dad's room is not always clean when I visit. The carpet does not appear to be vacuumed, the entryway does not appear that it has been cleaned. And the bathroom never seems clean especially the toilet area.
Staff is cordial but it's not always available. There are times that I have called and ...
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Lexington Park in Topeka, KS
4.0
I was very impressed with our experience at Lexington Park, it's a very nice place for independent senior living! It's a nice looking place, the people are all very friendly, and the apartments are a very nice size for the price! I would highly recommend them!
Celebration Villa of Hearthstone in Topeka, KS
4.9
My mother was familiar with this facility which is why she initially chose them. It has been a positive experience and she is happy with the experience.
Buck Creek nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buck Creek nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buck Creek, 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 Buck Creek nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Buck Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.4%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buck Creek nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Buck Creek Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buck Creek nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buck Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
71.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buck Creek nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buck Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Buck Creek nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Buck Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brandon Woods at Alvamar, The Windsor of Lawrence and Celebration Villa of Hearthstone are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Buck Creek, Kansas. See full list of communities.
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