Located on the western edge of Missouri next to the Kansas border, Kansas City and its...
Our directory features 1219 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Kansas City, which earn an average 4.3 out of 5 stars star rating.
2 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd., Kansas City, MO, 64112, Kansas City, MO 64112
5.0
(16 reviews)
"The Ashton on the Plaza was very nice. The location is great because it's in the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri. The inside of the building is pretty new. It's made for assisted living really. The only thing about it is that the cost is ..."
$4,795
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8300 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO 64153
4.4
(39 reviews)
"The tour we had of The Gardens at Barry Road's assisted living was fine, but the amenities were fewer, and the living space was smaller compared to the place we ended up choosing. Other than that, the staff was good, and the person who gave the tour ..."
$3,090
9101 N Ambassador Dr, Kansas City, MO 64154
4.4
(28 reviews)
"The staff at Tiffany Springs Senior Living Community was wonderful. They offered food, but I didn't eat there. They have washers and dryers and balconies or patios. It's quite a bit more expensive, but I have to have those things. They have a pool, w..."
$2,950
14001 Madison Ave, Kansas City, MO 64145
4.8
(9 reviews)
"I went to The Madison Senior Living. It's very open. I didn't see a lot of diversity in the community, but the staff was nice. The patients that were walking around were pretty friendly. The dining area was nice. It was open and bright with a lot of ..."
$2,185
6500 North Cosby Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64151
4.2
(46 reviews)
"I visited Senior Star at Wexford Place. They have all the amenities I want. It's a little on the older side, but it's well kept. The people are wonderful. There's a pool. It's a little smaller than the other place, which appeals to me. The people who..."
$2,945
PROMOTION!
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..."
$3,260
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8100 Wornal Rd, Kansas City, MO 64114
4.1
(28 reviews)
"Armour Oaks Senior Living was a nice place. They have nice apartments. I haven't tried their food, but I saw some of it and it looked really good. They have a lot of activities and it would be a good place for my brother. It was a nice visit. They di..."
$2,410
1000 E 68th Street, Kansas City, MO 64131
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I tour St Anthony's; I like they have all levels of care, The views from the apartments were beautiful and spotless. The food is incredible. the activities and exercise were great always had residents busy. The staff was so friendly and nice...."
$2,995
8280 N. Tullis Ave., Kansas City, MO 64158
4.6
(7 reviews)
"My mom has moved into The Oxford Grand Assisted Living & Memory Care. I like them. I had toured that place about a year ago, and it was my favorite, but I went to a different place. The nurse that was here then is still here now. To me, that means qu..."
$4,295
12100 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO 64145
4.6
(31 reviews)
"My mother is moving into Senior Star at Villa Ventura. It had everything she needed in one building. They would provide 3 square meals a day, and then they had soup and salad all day available. It had a hair salon. It had a community. It had an activ..."
$1,740
1201-1301 NW Tullison Road, Kansas City, MO 64116
4.2
(12 reviews)
"My mother stayed in the rehab facility at McCrite Plaza. She appreciated the caring staff and the amenities that were provided. She said the food was good, much better than when she was at the hospital, and the other patients there were kind. She’s b..."
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5901 NW 88th Street, Kansas City, MO 64154
4.2
(7 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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8559 North Line Creek, Kansas City, MO 64154
4.1
(9 reviews)
"Primrose Retirement Community of Kansas City seemed really good. We have somebody going in there whom we were helping to look for a place. The upkeep looks really good. I didn't have that much to do with the staff. The location is good just because i..."
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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 ..."
$4,209
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..."
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4301 Madison Ave, Kansas City, MO 64111
3.3
(14 reviews)
"Our second choice would be Saint Luke's Bishop Spencer Place. We like the place, the activities that would be open to us if we live there, and the people that we met including the person who showed us around. We had lunch there a couple of times, and..."
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12942 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...."
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4235 LOCUST STREET PO BOX 5930, Kansas City, MO 64171
3.6
(3 reviews)
"This facility gives hope and a good standard of living for people who may be less fortunate elsewhere. The building is an old building located in the downtown historic district of the city, and has old world charm. There are two nice large sitting ar..."
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6311 N Cosby Ave., Kansas City, MO 64151
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose to move Mom to Burlington Creek Senior Living because it was clean and because of their attention to detail, as far as paints and accommodations. There were no chips and scrapes. All the employees acknowledged us and were very friendly. Mana..."
$4,515
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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Assisted Living
Marsha
5.0
Review of The Gardens at Barry Road
The tour we had of The Gardens at Barry Road's assisted living was fine, but the amenities were fewer, and the living space was smaller compared to the place we ended up choosing. Other than that...
Provider response
Hi Marsha, even though we weren't the right fit for your brother, we appreciate you taking the time to post a review! If we can be of service in the future, don't hesitate to reach out or come by....
Assisted Living
Hubert
4.0
Review of The Gardens at Barry Road
I was taking care of an older gentleman and we ended up placing him at The Gardens at Barry Road. For the price, they're very good. They're not the best, but they're not priced the highest. They...
Provider response
Hi Hubert, thank you for your review of our community at The Gardens At Barry Road. We always strive to exceed expectations, and we are happy to hear we are meeting yours. Should you ever wish to...
Assisted Living
William
5.0
Review of Burlington Creek Senior Living
We chose to move Mom to Burlington Creek Senior Living because it was clean and because of their attention to detail, as far as paints and accommodations. There were no chips and scrapes. All the...
Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey notes that assisted living costs $624 more than the state median in Kansas City. Seniors looking to cut expenses save up to $1,355 per month by moving to Joplin, but care also costs $625 less in St. Joseph than in Kansas City. Moving across the border into nearby Lawrence, KS, however, increases costs considerably to $7,650 per month.
Kansas City
$5,475
Missouri
$4,851
United States
$5,350
Joplin
$4,120
St. Joseph
$4,850
Lawrence, KS
$7,650
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 |
The cost of care begins at $3,467 for adult day care in Kansas City, rising significantly for other care types. While home care and home health care offer alternatives to assisted living that enable retirees to continue living in their own homes, providers charge $1,198 more than assisted living. A semi-private room in a nursing home also costs $1,460 more than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$6,673
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$3,467
Assisted Living Facility
$5,475
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$6,935
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. |
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
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