Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Kansas City, MO below include 72 Assisted Living facilities with 623 reviews. On average in Kansas City, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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6500 North Cosby Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64151
4.2
(43 reviews)
"We started from scratch. We needed to learn more about the program services available in a continuum of care facility for residents who had Parkinson Disease. What we learned was our tour guide exceeded our expectations. We came away with a fuller un..."
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8300 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64153
4.4
(36 reviews)
"The Gardens at Barry Road was very nice and I liked how airy it was. It was quite clean and it smelled good. It looked like it was run very well. The apartment looked nice and clean. It had a mini fridge and a little sink. It had a large closet and i..."
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501 West 107th St, Kansas City, MO, 64114
4.2
(29 reviews)
"It's quiet there at Brookdale Wornall Place, even though it's kind of in a busy area. It doesn't have anything behind it. There are fields there. Even though you're not very far off the road, it still feels like you're out in the country. The room ha..."
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8100 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO, 64114
4.0
(30 reviews)
"My mother stayed at Armour Oaks Senior Living for about five years. We chose independent living, and then she moved over to the assisted living. The independent living there was beautiful. It was excellent. The staff was excellent. On special occasio..."
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9101 N Ambassador Dr, Kansas City, MO, 64154
4.4
(26 reviews)
"We looked at Tiffany Springs Senior Living Community. I like their dementia unit because it was so personal for the individual patients. They had little items beside the door, so they could put items there that the patients are familiar with in the s..."
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6311 N Cosby Ave., Kansas City, MO, 64151
4.5
(14 reviews)
"I went to look at Anthology of Burlington Creek. It seemed very clean and very pleasant. It was a lot bigger than the other facility. The people were very nice. They have a little theater room, so they offer TV screen movies, and I guess they use tha..."
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14001 Madison Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64145
4.8
(8 reviews)
"I will be moving into The Madison Senior Living. It's very nice, very new, clean, and the food is great. Everybody I saw there were saying that it's a very nice place. They're very helpful. The meal we had during the tour was very good food. The room..."
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1000 E 68th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64131
4.8
(5 reviews)
"Amazing community with the most attentive staff. My aunt loves it here and the food is excellent!..."
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2 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd., Kansas City, MO, 64112, Kansas City, MO, 64112
5.0
(7 reviews)
"My father lives at The Ashton on the Plaza. The care that they give is phenomenal. They do what they say they're going to do. They check on my father every two hours through the night. He's always clean and everything. The staff is friendly and reall..."
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8280 N. Tullis Ave., Kansas City, MO, 64158
4.6
(7 reviews)
"My parents, now my mom, has been a resident for the past 1.5 years. It has been a terrific home for them. Very caring and thoughtful staff when my father became bedridden and the staff treated him with such dignity. The facility is very clean and aes..."
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12100 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO, 64145
4.6
(31 reviews)
"Kim was the lady that we talked to at Senior Star at Villa Ventura and toured us. She was lovely and she worked well with us. It's a nice facility. No doubt about it. It was beautiful. It's got beautiful grounds, especially. It's on the pricey side, ..."
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9601 North Tullis Drive, Kansas City, MO, 64157
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The 2nd oldest town west of the Mississippi River, Liberty is a place where the past meets the present. Its historic town square is made up ..."
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5901 NW 88th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64154
4.8
(6 reviews)
"My mom loves it at Benton House of Tiffany Springs. The rooms are always clean and good size. The staff is awesome they treat mom and us wonderful. Lots of activities if you want to do go. Brings in entertainment a couple times a week. Has special e..."
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1201-1301 NW Tullison Road, Kansas City, MO, 64116
4.2
(12 reviews)
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Missouri Department of Health and Senior..."
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128 North Hardesty Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64123
5.0
(1 reviews)
"While in Kansas City looking for possible assisted living facilities for our aunt, we stopped in on the spur of the moment to see Glennon Place Apartments. We liked its proximity to many of the things our aunt likes in the area, such as the eateries..."
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8559 North Line Creek, Kansas City, MO, 64154
4.1
(9 reviews)
"SPrimrose is the worst retirement facility I have seen. They have let there Tenets Go for days with out air conditioning when it was 90 plus degrees out side,they can’t get no one to repair there equipment because they don’t pay there bills to t..."
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12101 East Bannister Road, Kansas City, MO, 64138
4.1
(7 reviews)
"Summit View Terrace has about 49 residents. They have a very nice, wide open area on the outside. They have a nice dining room with all three meals included. The people are very nice and they care for my wife and all the residents very well. You can ..."
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4301 MADISON AVENUE, Kansas City, MO, 64111
3.5
(12 reviews)
"This facility is definitely among the luxury-apartment style facilities. It is the only facility operated by the Episcopal Church of Kansas City, and closely affiliated with St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital. It is located just off the corner of the We..."
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11515 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO, 64131
4.0
(7 reviews)
"Waterford South is excellent. My mother is in there now. The staff is wonderful, very helpful, very caring about their residents, and it's not just a job to them. The food is very good. It's all home-cooked meals, and they go to a community dining ar..."
READ MORE12942 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64145
3.6
(6 reviews)
"I have been in Corner Brook for about six weeks. I am satisfied with this place. The staff has treated me well. I share a room in a two-bedroom place. There is enough space. I like how things are going in here. They have bingo, musicals, and outings...."
READ MOREKansas City is the most expensive city for assisted living in Missouri, with St. Louis, at $4,100, being the only other in the state with monthly fees greater than $4,000. It’s more common to see costs between the $2,800 average paid in Columbia and the $3,875 charged in St. Joseph.
Kansas City
$4,585
Missouri
$3,000
The United States
$4,500
St. Joseph
$3,875
Columbia
$2,800
St. Louis
$4,100
When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Kansas City and 47 other cities in Missouri.
Missouri has a Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC) program for eligible seniors to help cover the costs of assisted living. There may be other financial assistance programs available through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Missouri 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 Missouri page.
Inflation can impact virtually every aspect of the economy, including assisted living, driving costs higher. Assisted living in Kansas City is expected to cost 9.57% more in 2024 than in 2022, at an estimated $4,266 compared to $3,615. Although this trend continues across the United States, with national averages expected to increase by 9.55%, the average cost in Missouri is estimated to decrease in cost by 3.79% from $4,488 in 2022 to $4,318 in 2024. Other local areas, including Springfield, Joplin and Columbia, are expected to increase in price by around 18% during the same period.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $3,615 | $3,961 | $4,266 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| Missouri | $4,488 | $4,217 | $4,318 |
| Springfield | $3,727 | $4,083 | $4,397 |
| Joplin | $3,406 | $3,732 | $4,019 |
| Columbia | $5,141 | $5,632 | $6,065 |
In Kansas City, average costs for senior living depend on the level of care provided. For example, memory care includes more support and supervision than assisted living and is priced accordingly. Assisted living averages $3,961 per month, while costs for memory care trend around $5,933. Seniors can often find more affordable options in independent living communities, where the average cost is just $2,848, but this care doesn't include personal assistance.
Assisted Living
$3,961
Memory Care
$5,933
Independent Living
$2,848
There are many resources in Kansas City,MO that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring’s Missouri state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-America Regional Council AAA | 800-593-7948 | Missouri's Area Agencies on Aging provide information and assistance that older adults and their families can use to enhance their daily quality of life. They help support seniors' health and wellness through food assistance programs, exercise classes and transportation to medical appointments. The agencies also connect seniors to groups providing in-home services, home modifications and legal assistance. Older Missourians can use local AAA's resources, including case management, respite and caregiver services, to help them maintain their independence and autonomy. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Kansas City seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Harvesters Community Food Network | 877-353-6639 | Food pantries can be a valuable resource for quickly getting the groceries you need on short notice. Many seniors visit food pantries while waiting for their SNAP benefits to load or supplement their Meals on Wheels deliveries. Some pantries are open only on certain days, usually once a week, for drive-up service. Others may even deliver to seniors who have a hard time visiting in person. |
| KC Shepherd's Center Meals on Wheels | 816-293-9595 | KC Shepherd's Center in Kansas City, MO, is a food assistance program for local older adults in need. To be eligible, seniors must be 60 years of age or older or be disabled, homebound and live in zip code areas 64109, 64110, 64111, 64112, 64113, 64114, 64130, 64131 or 64132. Volunteers deliver hot, delicious meals at no cost to eligible area residents. |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Kansas City collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Accessibility Medical Equipment | 866-201-3829 | AME provides free in-home assessments to establish participants' equipment needs. Durable medical equipment is available new or used, at a discount for income-eligible participants. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Kansas City seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Aid of Western Missouri | 816-474-6750 | Legal Aid of Western Missouri provides free civil legal services for older adults in Blue Springs. Through this nonprofit organization, older adults get help resolving issues related to assisted living, including intake and discharge procedures, care planning and billing problems. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Kansas City have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City | 816-924-1096 | Habitat for Humanity can help seniors keep their homes in good condition. The organization's restoration programs cover minor repairs, such as exterior painting and window fixes, plus critical home repairs, including roof and HVAC system replacements. Weatherization services are available as well. The organization can tell clients more about eligibility requirements. |
| Minor Home Repair Program - Kansas City | 816-285-3133 | The Metro Lutheran Ministry provides minor home repair services for low-income seniors to help them to remain in their own homes. Repairs are carried out by skilled volunteers and funded by community donations, with no charge for any of the repairs. Services provided include installation of wheelchair ramps, basic weatherization, repair of broken steps and installation of grab rails. |
| Northland Neighborhoods Home Renovation | 816-454-2000 | Northland Neighborhoods Home Renovation works with fixed-income and low-income seniors and other homeowners in Kansas City's Clay and Platte counties to provide free or affordable home upgrades and repairs. The nonprofit company's renovation services can help seniors plug leaks in their roofs, fix plumbing and heating issues and increase safety around the home by installing fall prevention assistance, such as grab bars. |
Senior centers in Kansas City bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Don Bosco Senior Center | 816-691-2900 | Don Bosco Senior Center is dedicated to promoting independence and healthy lifestyles for its members. The center offers a range of services for seniors aged 60+ and adults with disabilities in the Greater Kansas City Metro Area. Services and activities include on-site meals and Meals on Wheels delivery, health screenings, Zumba, yoga, holiday celebrations and transportation to and from the center and home. |
| Platte County Senior Fund | 816-270-2800 | Platte County Senior Fund connects Kansas City seniors and caregivers to local resources offering a range of assistance programs. The Family Caregiver Respite Fund can provide family caregivers with respite vouchers to cover the personal care of a senior when a caregiver cannot be available. Other assistance includes access to an internet cafe and tax aides who can help with filing taxes at no cost to seniors. |
| Community Action Agency of Greater Kansas City | 816-358-6868 | The Community Action Agency of Greater Kansas City offers several programs, including the Low-Income Weatherization Program (LIWAP), to help seniors living at home maintain a high quality of life. LIWAP provides utility assistance for homeowners and renters to ensure their living conditions are healthy and safe. |
Social Security offices in Kansas City help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Social Security Office 64124 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
| Kansas City Social Security Office 64132 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
| Kansas City Social Security Office 64154 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Kansas City, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| RideKC Freedom | 816-842-9070 | RideKC Freedom provides affordable transportation options for disabled individuals and seniors living in the KC metro area. Older adults can receive paratransit and regular transit services through this program to get them around town. Seniors should schedule their ride up to 14 days ahead of time. For most riders, rides are $3 a trip. |
Kansas City retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City VA Medical Center | 816-861-4700 | The Kansas City VA Medical Center offers comprehensive medical care, including primary care, pain management, podiatry, prosthetics and physical and occupational therapy. In addition, there are departments for audiology and speech, cardiology, chiropractic care and dental/oral surgery. Specialty care is provided for homeless, minority and LGBTQ+ veterans, including transitional housing. The center also offers kidney and renal care, eye and vision care and mental health care for depression, anxiety and PTSD. |
| Kansas City Vet Center | 816-753-1866 | The Kansas City Vet Center is located about 20 miles west of Blue Springs and provides a range of services and supports for qualifying veterans. Through this local center, veterans get help accessing healthcare, transportation and supportive services in the community. The center also helps veterans apply for benefits to cover assisted living fees, including pension programs and the Aid and Attendance benefit. |
The Section for Long-Term Care Services within the Department of Health and Senior Services issues licenses to assisted living facilities that satisfy licensing requirements. These include a valid fire safety certificate, appropriate insurance and adherence to all health and safety regulations. The department also certifies suitable facilities so they can accept Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries.
Kansas City Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Missouri are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page for more information about these laws
Assisted Living
Kaye Jackson
5.0
Review of The Ashton on the Plaza
This is a beautiful community. The apartments are very nice - and the staff is so friendly.
Provider response
Thank you so much for the wonderful review - we will certainly share the feedback with our teams!
Assisted Living
Kim.111
4.0
Review of The Gardens at Barry Road
My mom moved into The Gardens at Barry Road a week and a half ago. It's a very nice place. It's very clean. The food is good. There's a little bit of an adjustment as to be expected. But overall...
Provider response
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful! We do have a library on the lower level, west hallway. Be sure to stop in at the front and we can show you where it is located....
Assisted Living
Joyce
5.0
Review of The Ashton on the Plaza
I went and toured The Ashton on the Plaza. I thought it was very nice. They had memory care on one floor, but it was very expensive. Nevertheless, it was very nice and clean. The people were very...
Provider response
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a wonderful review. If anything changes, with your situation in the future, would you be so kind as to reach out?
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