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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Wichita, KS for 2024

The midwestern city of Wichita, Kansas, has a population of over 389,000, of which 14% are 65 and older. Wichita has many medical facilities, such as Wesley Healthcare and Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital. It’s also home to the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, which provides caregiver support and a foster home program for veterans with chronic illnesses. According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, Wichita has one of Kansas’s lowest nursing home costs. A semiprivate room has an average price of $6,829 per month, lower than the national average of $7,756.

Nursing homes provide the highest medical care level outside of hospitals, with skilled nurses available 24 hours a day. Other services include assistance with daily activities and physical or occupational therapy. Seniors who need around-the-clock supervision or have worsening health conditions that cannot be treated at home may need to consider moving into a nursing facility. However, seniors who only need custodial or light medical care may find that assisted living or home health care better fits their needs.

This guide will detail the cost of different types of care in Wichita and the resources available to help seniors and their families.

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Nursing Home Costs in Wichita, KS

A semiprivate room in a Wichita nursing home costs an average of $6,829 per month. A private room will cost more, at $7,072 per month.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Wichita’s average costs for a semiprivate room are over $900 less than the national average of $7,756. However, the city is more expensive than the Kansas average of $6,692. 

When comparing semiprivate room costs in other Kansas cities, Wichita’s prices are one of the least expensive. Manhattan has the lowest monthly average in the state, at $5,735. Wichita’s prices are over $1,000 less than Lawrence, which has the costliest option in Kansas, and almost $800 less than Topeka. Wichita is slightly cheaper than Kansas City, which averages $6,844 per month. 

Wichita

$6,829

Kansas

$6,692

The United States

$7,756

Manhattan

$5,735

Lawrence

$7,863

Topeka

$7,612

Kansas City, MO

$6,844

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Compared to the other types of care available in Wichita, nursing home facilities are the most expensive. Semiprivate rooms average $6,829 per month and private rooms cost $7,072. Adult daycare is the least costly option, averaging $1,788 per month. Home care and home health care cost $4,528 and $4,671, respectively. Assisted living facilities have an average cost of $5,168 per month, which is the second-most expensive option after nursing homes.

Home care

$4,528

Home health care

$4,671

Adult daycare

$1,788

Assisted living

$5,168

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$6,829

Nursing home (private room)

$7,072

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Wichita, KS

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Wichita, KS

Wichita has several organizations that will help seniors and their loved ones for free. These services can connect seniors to community resources that may make it easier for them to live at home or delay nursing home placement.

ResourceContactService
Central Plains Area Agency on Aging (CPAAA)(855) 200-2372The CPAAA offers various programs and services to seniors and caregivers and links them to local resources. The agency helps seniors 60 and older who have a low income, are living with Alzheimer’s, are socially isolated or are at risk for nursing home placement. Its services include in-home care that provides help with personal tasks or performs minor home repairs to help delay institutionalization.
Senior Services of Wichita(316) 267-0302The nonprofit organization offers services to seniors aged 55 and older through its multipurpose seniors’ centers, health and nutrition programs, in-home services and caregiver support programs. The organization’s website also has a comprehensive list of local, federal and state resources.
Meals on Wheels(316) 267-0122Meals on Wheels delivers nutritious meals to homebound Wichita residents aged 60 and older. Weekend meal delivery is also available for seniors who are the most isolated and at risk of nursing home placement. Seniors who only require the service temporarily may also be eligible to receive meals.
Senior Companion Program(316) 651-1249The Senior Companion Program provides in-home companionship and respite care for seniors aged 55 and older. Volunteers are also 55 and older and offer light housekeeping, medication reminders and transportation to eligible seniors. The program is free of charge.
United Way of the Plains(316) 267-1321The United Way’s 211 program is a free and confidential service that connects seniors or their loved ones to resources and services. Staff will work with callers to better understand their situation and refer them to the resources that meet their needs. Individuals can seek help regarding senior and disability care, food and housing.

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Lori

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Review of Life Care Center of Wichita

All I can say is NO please don't send anyone here I've yet to get a complete meal, each one has been missing more than one item. Most of the time even if requested they aren't delivered....

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Disappointed Daughter

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Review of Family Health & Rehabilitation Center

When my father was a resident I personally observed residents being heavily medicated so staff didn’t have to deal with their health issues, e.g., dementia. I had to constantly request to review...

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Dean

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

Review of Family Health & Rehabilitation Center

We went with Family Health & Rehabilitation Center. My wife is in total nursing care there. In the house that she's in, they have a nurse, some aides, and a couple of people that are in between....

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