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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Alden, KS
If you’re looking for independent living in the Alden area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Alden. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 39 independent living facilities in Alden, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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What we like the most about Legend of Hutchinson is the staff. The staff is very insured to the residents and we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Legend of Hutchinson is a retreat for many seniors looking for a community to call home. Located in Hutchinson, Kansas, close to Highway 61 and 135 from Salina and I-96 from Wichita, we have resort-style amenities, a full-service dining facility and excellent activities that engage your interests...
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I feel like we made a good choice with this facility, it's a nice place. I think it's the best facility in our area. The pricing is very good, too. The whole facility is always spotless and smells nice....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Parkwood Village is a licensed assisted living residence committed to providing quality services in an inviting, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of senior adults since...
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I think Brookdale was a great place for my Dad. The staff is great, but like most places they're understaffed so some things could be improved. I was disappointed in the fact that the monthly payment...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Upscale Kansas Senior LivingIt’s time to upgrade your senior living. And we have just the place. At our upscale senior living community in McPherson, Kansas, you can trade the stress and hassle that comes from living at home for a life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do...
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Credo has been great. It has more of a homey feel to it. The staff-to-resident ratio is amazing so the care is more personalized, especially compared to a bigger nursing home. The staff actually sit with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our Mission is to foster peace of mind for our residents and their loved ones and to enhance each resident's individuality, promote their dignity and lovingly encourage their independence.At Country Place Memory Care, every effort has been made to ensure that you or your loved one are provided...
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My husband and I chose Sterling because my two daughters thought the stress of the house and my husbands dementia was too much. We came and toured the facility and the price was affordable for us once we...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Here at Sterling Village we have a fundamental belief that our “third age of life” should be full of joy, caring relationships and fulfillment. We have abandoned the old broken model of nursing home care and are focused on creating a meaningful life through empowered staff in a real...
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This review concerns The Arbors, a memory care assisted living. My aunt has no short term memory. I looked and looked and then contacted A Place for Mom. My advisor, Jeanie Montford, spent a lot of time...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Arbors at Waldron Place is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in Hutchinson, Kansas in Reno county. Seniors at the Arbors at Waldron Place experience increased security from the fact their community is located just across the street from Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. This...
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My father-in-law lived here for 2 years before recently passing away. He remained at River Bend in comfort through his last days and I couldn't be more grateful to the staff that he grew to love for all of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At River Bend, assisted living by Americare, our focus is on you. Our person-centered approach to care puts residents and their families at the heart of everything we do.When you visit River Bend, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of...
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It's a very pleasant place - simply the way the whole setup is done. They have a beautiful outdoor patio with trees, lawns, grass, and it's completely enclosed. The employees that I meet and work with are...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A Great Spot for a Life Lived WellA life full of the stress and hassles that come along with living at home isn’t the only way to do senior living. At our warm, welcoming community, seniors get to leave the cooking, cleaning, and household chores to us while they explore a life lived well. We are...
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We chose Country Place Senior Living because of its location, this is where my mom lived the last 70 years for we were comfortable. It was also friendly, pleasant, and comfortable environment. The room sizes...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Country Place Senior Living's motto, Life as you want it...Care as you need it is exactly how today's seniors should live and that lifestyle is now available to the Hoisington community. Country Place has maintained a respected reputation as a leader in the assisted living industry. Our...
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Am in 2 bedroom independent living apartment. Am wheelchair bound. My apartment has both inside and outside access. While my apartment has a kitchen, I take advantage of a meal plan with great food. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Your Life. Your Story. Your Home. Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community is a senior living community that began in 1945 and is located in the small town of Buhler, Kansas. A quiet and safe town located just outside of Hutchinson, Buhler is a wonderful place that you would be blessed to call home....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Country® Place Senior Living's motto, Life as you want it…Care as you need it® is exactly how today's seniors should live and that lifestyle is available to the Lyons community. Country Place has maintained a respected reputation as a leader in the assisted living industry. Our residences are...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Call Northgate Manor today for Affordable Senior Living!At Northgate Manor we know your independence is important to you, yet it is comforting to know our professional, friendly staff is available to take care of the maintenance and service requests you may have. That is why our residents enjoy...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Cedars has been in business for 123 years and is located on a beautifully landscaped 60 acre campus. There are several levels of care provided on our campus and the management staff averages at least 15 years of experience. We have an excellent reputation and are able to attract residents...
Cost of independent living in Alden, KS
The average cost of senior living in Alden is $3,494 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include The Highlands, KS with an average of $3,215 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alden, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alden, KS vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Alden
Recent reviews for independent living in Alden
River Bend in Great Bend, KS
5.0
My sister lived at River Bend for almost 4 years and recently passed away there. The staff and administration are the most caring and compassionate people I have ever met. My sister absolutely loved living here and loved the food as well! They were always so helpful when we had questions and ...
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House of Parkwood Village in Pratt, KS
5.0
Parkwood is very nice and we have a great apartment. Everyone is so nice. We enjoy going to Bingo and exercise. The help has been really nice.
Parkwood Village in Pratt, KS
5.0
Very lucky to have Parkwood. It's in a perfect place and is well kept. Everyone is very friendly and I have a lot of friends here.
Alden independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alden independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alden, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alden independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.6%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Alden independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alden independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Alden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Legend of Hutchinson, Parkwood Village and Brookdale McPherson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alden, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Alden, Kansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Alden, Kansas is Parkwood Village. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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