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1200 East Kirwin Avenue, Salina, KS 67401
4.2
(5 reviews)
"Brookdale Kirwin was a very nice facility. The people there were very nice and very friendly. I was really impressed with it. At the time I was there, I didn’t see any activities going on. Their dining area seemed very nice. ..."
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2251 East Crawford Street, Salina, KS 67401
3.6
(10 reviews)
"I appreciated the lady at Brookdale Salina Fairdale who gave us a tour. She was very informative, very friendly, and helpful in assuring me that my brother would be in a good place there. The setup of the dining room and everything was very welcoming..."
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626 S 3rd St, Salina, KS 67401
"Reflections Retirement Resort (RRR) is an independent living community located in beautiful Salina, KS. The area has numerous restaurants, h..."
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1501 E Magnolia Rd, Salina, KS 67401
4.5
(9 reviews)
"I chose Eaglecrest Retirement Community for my husband because it felt homey, and the people were very friendly. I would rate their staff highly because of their friendliness, their helpfulness, and how promptly they respond. My husband is still adju..."
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2601 East Crawford, Salina, KS 67401
3.6
(3 reviews)
"I liked Salina Presbyterian Manor. The rooms looked nice. I am going to be moving there on the first of October. In front, you drive in a U to get into the building, and there were flowers...."
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1100 N. Vine Street, Abilene, KS 67410
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The staff here is very friendly and helpful. They listen to your concerns and really care about their residents. The place always looks clean, nice, and welcoming. It feels just like a home. They have Bible studies, bingo, and different people coming..."
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1974 Hawk Road, Abilene, KS 67410
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Kansas Department for Aging and Disabili..."
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2454 Highway 15, Abilene, KS 67410
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READ MOREIn Salina, seniors pay $5,398 for assisted living, which is very high compared to the state and national averages of $4,580 and $4,500, respectively. Seniors may save about $900 per month by obtaining care in Topeka. Similarly, rates may be lower across state lines. In Lincoln, NE, monthly fees are competitive compared to care costs in Salina at $4,715 per month. Potential monthly savings are even more significant in the Missouri cities of St. Joseph and Joplin, where respective rates come in at $3,875 and $2,805.
Salina
$5,398
Kansas
$4,580
United States
$4,500
Topeka
$4,495
Lincoln, NE
$4,715
St. Joseph, MO
$3,875
Joplin, MO
$2,805
In Salina, monthly rates for assisted living come in at an average of $5,398.
Salina seniors who meet the income guidelines for Medicaid may qualify for the Frail Elderly Waiver program. This program helps cover assisted living facility costs for approved applicants as well as personal care services and wellness monitoring. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs also offers programs that help cover assisted living community expenses for former military members in Kansas.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Kansas page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Kansas page.
At $5,398 per month, assisted living is one of the costlier long-term care options in the Salina region. While seniors in nursing homes pay slightly higher monthly rates of $5,735, they may save money by obtaining care while living in their own homes. In-home care and specialized home health care cost $4,576 per month, and those who attend adult day health pay competitive rates of $1,733.
In-Home Care
$4,576
Home Health Care
$4,576
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$5,398
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$5,735
Note: Data for Salina was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Manhattan, was used instead.
Salina 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 Salina, please visit our Assisted Living in Kansas page.
Salina 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.
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Reviewer#ET0714
3.0
Review of Brookdale Salina Fairdale
We toured Brookdale Salina Fairdale. It's not what we expected. It's too small for one. Another thing is, I know that my dad would not be okay with living around other people. We did not stay long...
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Thank you for taking the time to visit and provide feedback. We take your comments seriously and are committed to providing quality care and services to our residents. Your feedback has been...
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Melanie
5.0
Review of Eaglecrest Retirement Community
I chose Eaglecrest Retirement Community for my husband because it felt homey, and the people were very friendly. I would rate their staff highly because of their friendliness, their helpfulness...
Assisted Living
Dixie
4.0
Review of Brookdale Salina Fairdale
I had been to Brookdale Salina Fairdale when we were looking some months back. It was a very nice place. When you walk in, there's this very large room with couches and chairs and it's just...
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