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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hawthorne, KS

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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.
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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.
Photo of Peggy Kelly House of Meriden North
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.
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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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The food is fantastic and everyone is so nice and welcoming at this facility. The staff is very flexible and helpful. We're very happy at Benedictine Living Community St Joseph. My loved one loves the food!
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
We provide maintenance free living for seniors and multi family tenants in one and two bedroom apartments in Beloit, Kansas.
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From what I am told my mom really likes the community. She seems to be enjoying herself and participating in social events. She says the food is very good and she enjoys it. My mom or my sister have not...
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.
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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.
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Photo of Tiffany Springs Senior Community
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
Nettleton Manor Apartments is a senior, 62 and over housing community located in Bonner Springs, Johnson, Leavenworth, and Wyandotte counties, KS. Our community is located in the metropolitan city, but is within walking distance to a local park and the Kansas River. The views make it a great...
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.
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From first site I fell in love with my place. When something is broken or something needs fixed or replaced the maintenance is out there the same day. I highly recommend Peterson Place. Keep up the good...
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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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.
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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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.
Independent LivingQuiet West Lawrence Kansas LocationClose to shoppingPet Policy:Dogs are allowedCats are allowedProperty Description:Our property is conveniently located near grocery stores, banks and doctor's offices. Property grounds feature lush park like setting. Units include the following...
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.
Wexford Place is an Assisted Living & Memory Support community, located in north Kansas City, Missouri's beautiful Platte County area. The nearby City of Platte Woods was recently ranked as one of the safest neighborhoods in Kansas City. Easy access to nature trails, lakes and the Missouri...
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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.
Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living is a senior living community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Lawrence, KS.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require 24-hour care. Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living offers many...
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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.
Now Open! Call and reserve your new one-bedroom apartment now. This new exciting senior apartment community is exclusive for those 62 years of age and better. Parallel Senior Villas is conveniently located only 3 miles west of Interstate 635 in Kansas City, Kansas. Plus you can shop and dine at...
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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.
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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.
Kendallwood Hills Estates has 104 apartment homes and is one of the newest properties north of the river. If you want a home that focuses on family, community, and service, not just amenities, we are the one to see. At Kendallwood Hills Estates, we provide luxury living for the young at heart...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Hawthorne, KS

The average cost of senior living in Hawthorne is $3,589 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denton, KS with an average of $2,010 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hawthorne, KS vs. nearby cities

Hawthorne, KS
$3,589/mo
$3,381/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hawthorne, KS vs. the state and national average

Hawthorne, KS
$3,589/mo
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hawthorne vs. other types of senior living

$4,855/mo
Independent Living
$3,589/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Hawthorne, KS by room type

Semi-Private
$4,575/mo
Studio
$4,693/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,460/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,734/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,302/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Hawthorne over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Hawthorne

Recent reviews for independent living in Hawthorne

Vintage Park at Gardner

4.3
We really like the nursing staff and the manager, our only complaint we have about the place is over the weekends there are no regular staff members. The rooms are nice, and our loved ones thing the food is good.

Lexington Park Independent Living in Topeka, KS

4.6
My Grandparents really love it. There are a lot of activities and the facility is very nice.

Lexington Park in Topeka, KS

4.0
I was very impressed with our experience at Lexington Park, it's a very nice place for independent senior living! It's a nice looking place, the people are all very friendly, and the apartments are a very nice size for the price! I would highly recommend them!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Prompt and effective maintenance. Several reviews mention the quick response of maintenance teams at various communities when issues arise. For example, at Overland Park Place, a faulty air conditioning unit was replaced with a new one within a day of reporting the issue.
Friendly and helpful staff. Residents and families frequently praise the kind and caring nature of staff members at their communities. At Brookdale Overland Park 119th, the staff are described as 'friendly and helpful', and at Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, they are noted for 'going above and beyond to make newbies fe ...
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Variety of activities based on residents' interests. Activities are another popular feature among reviews, with residents enjoying a wide range of specialized offerings at different communities. For example, at Shawnee Hills Senior Living, staff organize activities such as bingo, art classes, and happy hours, while at The Forum at Overland Park ...
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Peaceful and country-like settings. Numerous reviews mention the calming effects of the beautiful settings at various communities. Residents at Our Lady of Mercy Country Home particularly enjoy the country atmosphere, as the facility is located on the edge of the city and provides a feeling of tranquility.
Comfortable and spacious living spaces. The size and comfort of living spaces are often highlighted as important factors in residents' satisfaction. For example, at The Forum at Overland Park, residents note that the rooms are 'spacious' and that they have 'washers and dryers in the units'.
Thoughtful accommodations for pets. Reviews frequently mention the accommodating nature of communities towards beloved pets. At The Forum at Overland Park, for example, residents are able to take their dogs for walks in a courtyard area, and at Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, there are even 'volunteers from the resident commun ...
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Hawthorne independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hawthorne independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne 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
32.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Our Lady of Mercy Country Home, Town Village of Leawood and Novel Place Overland Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hawthorne, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 252 independent living facilities near Hawthorne, Kansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Hawthorne, Kansas are Town Village of Leawood, Novel Place Overland Park and Brookdale Overland Park 119th. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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