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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Overland Park, KS for 2024

Overland Park is a city that’s home to around 197,000 residents, with 15.7% being seniors aged 65 and older. Alzheimer’s disease, which affects one in every nine American seniors, is an issue of particular concern for this demographic. In recent years, the number of Alzheimer’s-related deaths in Overland Park has nearly doubled. The CDC reports that 133 seniors died with Alzheimer’s in 2016. By 2020, that number had risen to 261—an increase of over 96%.

It’s essential that seniors in these communities have access to the proper resources and services, and residents of Overland Park are fortunate to have an abundance of dementia care options, including transitioning to a memory care facility. These communities are designed to provide a safe environment where seniors with memory disorders receive personalized care, wellness programming and 24/7 supervision.

This guide outlines some of the pros and cons of living in Overland Park, how much memory care services cost and some of the local organizations that seniors can reach out to for support.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Overland Park

The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services oversees long-term care facilities throughout Kansas. The department is also responsible for managing state licensing and federal certification programs. In addition, its representatives conduct routine and unannounced inspections to ensure state rules and regulations compliance.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Overland Park

  • Seniors benefit from Overland Park’s 365 physicians per 100,000 population, which is well above the nation’s 210 per 100,000. The area’s 24 hospitals also provide geriatric-specific care, including the University of Kansas Health System, widely recognized for its dementia-related research.
  • Overland Park’s overall cost of living index of 111.2 is considerably higher than Kansas at 83.1 and the U.S. at 100. Its grocery and health care costs are also well above the state’s averages. The city’s low property and violent crime rates make it an attractive retirement community for seniors.
  • Overland Park’s winter snow can present significant transportation challenges, and July is notably humid. However, the area’s overall weather comfort-level index rating is 7.7 out of 10, according to Best Places. Seniors who can get outdoors benefit from the many temperate Kansas days.
  • Future job growth in Overland Park is 35.5%, surpassing the United States at 33.5%. A strong economy helps support necessary senior care and services.
  • Residents in Overland Park pay 9.1% sales tax, which is considerably higher than the national average of 6.97%. However, the city’s property taxes, figured at 1.27% of assessed value, are in line with the nation’s. 1.09%. Seniors benefit from the services provided by property taxes through public safety, snow removal and street repair.

Paying for Memory Care in Overland Park

Memory care facilities must meet specific criteria to care for patients living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Standard features include clear sightlines, quiet rooms to minimize wandering and 24/7 staffing. Because of the supplemental preparation and education, memory care facilities usually cost 20-30% more than assisted living establishments. As such, 25% has been added to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey assisted living costs.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Overland Park’s average monthly memory care costs of $5,731 are slightly higher than Kansas’ overall average of $5,725 and about 2% higher than the national average of $5,625 and $5,618 in Topeka. Wichita and Manhattan have much higher monthly memory care costs than Overland Park, averaging $6,781 and $6,748, respectively. St. Joseph, MO, about an hour north, has a much lower monthly rate of $4,844 than Overland Park.

Overland Park

$5,731

Kansas

$5,725

The United States

$5,625

Wichita

$6,781

Topeka

$5,618

Manhattan

$6,748

St. Joseph, MO

$4,844

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Overland Park may opt for other types of long-term care. The most affordable choice is adult day health care’s average monthly cost of $1,733 for weekday supervision. Both homemaker services and home health aides average $4,957 per month. Assisted living facilities that don’t require memory care services have a median monthly rate of $4,585. The most expensive options are nursing home facilities, with a semiprivate room cost of $6,464 and a private room at $7,908 per month.

Homemaker Services

$4,957

Home Health Aide

$4,957

Adult Day Health Care

$1,733

Assisted Living Facility

$4,585

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,464

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,908

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

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Overland Park

In Overland Park, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Kansas page.

More ways o pay for memory care in Kansas

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Kansas page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Overland Park, KS

Individuals and families in the Overland Park area can find free and low-cost memory care resources through a variety of government and nonprofit organizations listed below.

ResourceContactService
Alzheimer's Association(800) 272-3900Located in Prairie Village, the Alzheimer's Association helps individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's and their families locate and access a wide range of resources. The agency's representatives assist with locating community and medical services and provide information about housing options. They also host support groups for caregivers and family members and offer a 24/7 helpline.
Kansas Commission on Veterans Affairs(800) 513-7731The highly trained Veteran Service Representatives in the Overland Park VA office help senior veterans with a variety of services that include assistance with completing and filing the appropriate documents for VA benefits, such as health care, pensions and disability compensation.
Johnson County Area Agency on Aging(913) 715-8861Johnson County AAA provides area seniors and their loved ones with information about long-term care options and referrals for free legal advice and case management services. AAA's support staff also offers residents access to local, state and federal resources.
Kansas Office of Long-term Care Ombudsman(913) 236-9385The Ombudsman advocates for residents' rights in long-term care facilities. They investigate complaints and attempt to resolve conflict through in-service training for facility staff and educating seniors and their family members about their rights.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Overland Park

Overland Park Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Kansas are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Kansas page for more information about these laws.

Laws and regulations for memory care in Kansas

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Jacquelyn

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

Review of Morningside Place

I chose Morningside Place for my mom. It's clean and has a lot of caring staff. They play guessing games. The food is fine, she likes it, she eats it. It was hard for them to keep staff. It's been...

Provider response

Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Morningside Place for your mom. We're delighted to hear that you find our community clean and our staff caring. We understand the challenges with staff...

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Vicki

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

Review of Morningside Place

My mother was a resident of Morningside Place for 4 ½ years. When I would visit, she would always be clean, comfortably dressed, happy and active, either walking the halls with a friend, enjoying...

Provider response

We are deeply touched by your heartfelt and glowing review. It means the world to us that your mother experienced 4 ½ years of joy, comfort, and engagement in the Morningside Place community. We...

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Rebecca

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

Review of Brookdale College Square

My dad has moved into Brookdale College Square. It's mainly because it's a memory care facility. They can't do one-on-one because there are too many people. If they have a couple more people, they...

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