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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Olathe, KS for 2024

 

Olathe is a large suburban city in the southwest part of the Kansas City metro area with lots of shopping, restaurants and attractions for retirees, such as museums, theaters and activity centers. While just 11.9% of the estimated 143,000 residents are aged 65 and older. Olathe has low rates of crime, reasonable living costs, sunny weather and good air quality. 

Some of the senior citizens in Olathe who are disabled or otherwise have trouble living independently get room and board and help with daily activities in the city's assisted living communities. These facilities are not for seniors who need around-the-clock medical care or supervision. The average price for assisted living in Olathe is $4,585 per month, and this rate is similar to the state and national average as well as several other cities in Kansas.

In this guide, families and seniors can compare the cost of assisted living in Olathe with other cities and other types of care. It can also help people locate resources to reduce the cost of care and make life easier.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Olathe

Assisted living facilities in Olathe are licensed and regulated by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. The Survey, Certification and Credentialing Commission section of the department inspects facilities to ensure they are following health codes and addresses reports of abuse made by residents and other concerned parties.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Olathe

 

  • Rates of both violent and property crime in Olathe are well below the national averages, with violent crime occurring at less than half the national rate. This may give peace of mind to seniors in assisted living as well as their families.
  • The overall cost of living in Olathe is 3.1% higher than the national average and 20% higher than the Kansas average. Fortunately for seniors, health care and long-term care costs in the city are more reasonable. Several big cities in the state have much more expensive assisted living than Olathe. 
  • Tax policies in Kansas can make assisted living in Olathe a bit more affordable. Social Security income is only taxed for seniors who make more than $75,000 per year. The state uses a progressive system to tax other forms of retirement income, such as private pensions, 401Ks and IRAs. The Kansas Department of Revenue also offers some exemptions for older adults. 
  • Climate in Olathe is classified as humid continental, which means there are distinct seasons with slightly above-average precipitation and occasional severe thunderstorms. There are also 12 more sunny days per year than the national average, which may be appealing to seniors who enjoy going outdoors.
  • According to the American Lung Association, Johnson County gets a grade of B for ozone pollution. While it's rare for the area to have dangerous levels of pollution, seniors may want to check the forecast before venturing outside. Levels of particle pollution can vary from day to day, so checking the air quality is also a good idea.
  • There are two hospitals within the city limits of Olathe: Cottonwood Springs Hospital and Olathe Medical Center. There are also more than 2 dozen hospitals less than 25 miles outside the city limits.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Olathe

 

The median price for assisted living in Olathe is $4,585 per month. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The average price for assisted living in Olathe is just $85 more per month than the national average and only $5 more per month than the Kansas state average. The most expensive city for assisted living in Kansas is Wichita, where the median rate is $840 more than it is in Olathe. There is a similar price difference in Manhattan, where care is $813 more. Lawrence has the most similar rates to Olathe with a difference of just $47, and Topeka has the lowest rate in the state with an average of $4,495.

Olathe

$4,585

Kansas

$4,580

United States

$4,500

Lawrence

$4,538

Manhattan

$5,398

Topeka

$4,495

Wichita

$5,425

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

The only type of senior care less expensive than assisted living in Olathe is adult day health care, which costs $2,852 less. In-home care and home health care, which both have a median rate of $4,957, are just a bit more expensive than assisted living for seniors who need up to 44 hours of care weekly. Nursing home facilities in Olathe are considerably more expensive than assisted living, with a cost difference of $1,879.

In-Home Care

$4,957

Home Health Care

$4,957

Adult Day Health Care

$1,733

Assisted Living Facility

$4,585

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,464

Note: Data for Olathe was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Kansas City, MO, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Olathe

Seniors who qualify for KanCare, the state's low-income Medicaid program, may qualify for the Frail Elderly Waiver. This program helps pay the many of the costs of assisted living for seniors who would otherwise qualify for placement in a skilled 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 Olathe

Olathe 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 Olathe, please visit our Assisted Living in Kansas page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Olathe

 

Olathe Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities 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

Assisted Living

Mary

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Benton House Of Olathe

We moved my parents to Benton House of Olathe. It's all on one floor, and all of the apartments are close to the dining room. We liked that they have a well-equipped staff day and night, and they...

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Assisted Living

JoAnn Gardner

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Villa St Francis

My Mother spent her last year in this facility. They took her in in the middle of the Pandemic. And yes, there were a lot of restrictions and a lot of time that we could not even go in and see her....

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Assisted Living

Linda

I visited this facility

Review of Anthology of Olathe

I did a tour of Anthology of Olathe. They have very friendly staff and were very informative. The facility itself was beautiful. It was very bright and cheery, and they seemed to have a lot of...

Provider response

Linda, Thank you for your review! We are pleased to read of your experience at Anthology of Olathe. We pride ourselves in offering the best in care, accommodations, culinary and community...

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