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The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lawrence, KS for 2024

Also serving communities of Eudora, Tonganoxie.

There are 8 Assisted Living Facilities in the Lawrence area, with 7 in Lawrence and 1 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Lawrence is $4,186 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,735. Cheaper rated regions include Olathe with an average starting cost of 4,036.

To help you with your search, browse the 64 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Lawrence. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Lawrence 3.97 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Olathe with an average rating of 4.24 out of 5 stars.

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Assisted Living Facilities in Lawrence, Kansas

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Lawrence

Lawrence is the sixth largest city in Kansas with a population of 92,611, and it is home to both the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University.  There are 10 local assisted living communities in Lawrence, which are all regulated by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services.  Aging citizens in Kansas's assisted living communities enjoy room and board, around-the-clock staff response in case of an emergency and help with activities of daily living (ADLs). Typical ADLs include personal care, dressing, and transportation for medical visits, shopping trips and other errands.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Lawrence

  • Weather in Lawrence can change fast, sometimes going from snow to heat in a single day. Winter lows reach 18 degrees Fahrenheit here. In the summertime, highs rarely get above 89 degrees, which makes it easy for seniors to enjoy outdoor activities regularly.

  • Cost of living in Lawrence tracks very close to national averages. Health care, for example, costs about 97 percent the national average, while the cost of utilities and transportation are just about exactly on the median for the rest of the country.

  • Kansas imposes a tax of between 2.9 and 5.2 percent on most working income. SSI and most retirement income is exempt, which is good for seniors living on their investments. Sales tax has steadily increased in Kansas as the income tax rates have dropped, resulting in somewhat higher costs for gasoline and groceries than in past years.  

  • Crime rates in Lawrence are somewhat higher than the national average. Serious crimes, especially in violent categories that are of special concern to active seniors who spend their days outside of the community, remain about 10 percent lower, however.

  • Lawrence Transit offers fixed-route bus service around the city of Lawrence and into the surrounding areas. Riders over age 60 qualify for half off the regular fare with an ID.

  • The Lawrence area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Lawrence Memorial Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Paying for Assisted Living in Lawrence

Assisted Living costs in Lawrence start around $4,186 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Lawrence and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Kansas

Olathe

$4,305

Lawrence

$4,186

US

$4,000

Ottawa

$3,995

Topeka

$3,855

Lenexa

$3,788

Shawnee

$3,625

Baldwin City

$3,495

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lawrence

Low-income seniors who qualify for KanCare, the state Medicaid program, may qualify for the Frail Elderly Waiver, which helps pay the costs of assisted living for seniors who would otherwise qualify for placement in a nursing home.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Kansas page.

Financial Assistance in Kansas

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Kansas page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Lawrence

Lawrence and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Lawrence, please visit our Assisted Living in Kansas page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lawrence

Lawrence-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Kansas are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Kansas page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kansas

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Dareld

I visited this facility

Review of Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living

I toured Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living. The staff was very nice and very cooperative. The rooms looked very acceptable. They had one bedroom, a living room, and a kitchenette, but they only had one...

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Dareld

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Brandon Woods at Alvamar

We're living at Brandon Woods at Alvamar. What I like best about this facility is that our apartment has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The staff has been very cooperative and very good. We like them....

Provider response

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on life at Brandon Woods. It was great to read that your choice of apartment-- as well as the flexibility in our dining options -- are meeting your needs. We...

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Assisted Living

Impressed

I visited this facility

Review of The Windsor of Lawrence

I can't rate the food, because I didn't eat there; but the place was spotlessly clean. The air was fresh and smelled good. All of the clients were well groomed, and looked content and happy. We...

Provider response

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit at the residence and we hope to earn the privilege of serving you and your family in the future.

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