Nestled on the banks of the Arkansas River, Garden City is a small town that’s home to big attractions like the Lee Richardson Zoo and the historic Windsor Hotel. The city is home to 26,408 people, of whom 11.4% are seniors, which is below the national average. Garden City is an affordable choice for retirement and has relatively short and mild winters that many seniors enjoy. The city also has a good selection of health care providers.
As for long-term care, Garden City has a range of assisted living facilities that share an average cost of $3,900. Residents of these facilities have access to around-the-clock help with mobility, personal care and medication. Housekeeping and cooking staff in these communities take care of chores. In addition, assisted living facilities generally provide enrichment activities designed to help their residents stay entertained, fit and cognitively sharp.
This guide is designed to help seniors assess the costs and benefits associated with assisted living. It also lists more free resources that may be of assistance to seniors considering long-term care.