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Photo of Homestead of Abilene
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8.0
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8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
22%
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My father resides within this community & I can say firsthand that this place is staffed by wonderful caring people. They have a monthly family night where family members of the residents are invited to a...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Homestead of Abilene is an assisted living community in Abilene, Kansas. Abilene is a historic town a short drive from Wichita and Kansas City. Our town boasts five world-class museums, historic mansions, a vintage train through the Smoky River Hill Valley, a professional theater and a strong...
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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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13 reviews
9.5
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4 star
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It's a beautiful place and very well run. It's expensive but all these places are expensive! [name removed] is not taking advantage of the many activities offered but that's her choice. Over all I think the...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Putting More Life Back Into Senior LivingOur residents enjoy a more relaxed senior living lifestyle, with less stress and more options for living life well. And they do it in a luxurious community that feels just like home sweet home, trading the stress and hassle that comes from living life 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.
Photo of Abilene Plaza Two L.P.
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 in one bedroom apartments in a safe, quiet neighborhood in Abilene, Kansas.
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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 in one bedroom apartments in a safe, quiet neighborhood in Abilene, Kansas.
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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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Cost of independent living in Moonlight, KS

The average cost of senior living in Moonlight is $2,599 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Hill, KS with an average of $2,173 per month.

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

Moonlight, KS
$2,599/mo
$3,928/mo

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

Moonlight, KS
$2,599/mo
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,652/mo
Independent Living
$2,599/mo

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

Studio
$5,333/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,768/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Moonlight

Recent reviews for independent living in Moonlight

Brookdale Junction City

4.8
I have been very satisfied with Brookdale. The staff made my mom's transition to assisted living very smooth. They were very helpful in making my mom feel at home. The staff is always pleasant and happy to help in any way.

Homestead of Abilene

5.0
[Name removed] and all of the staff at Abilene Place were a blessing during mom's final days. We could not have hoped for a better spot for her. We live in Abilene and have visited Abilene Place on Halloween and other holidays and were always impressed. The residents seemed happy and the ...
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Moonlight independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Moonlight independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Moonlight, 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 Moonlight 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 Moonlight partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Moonlight, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Moonlight 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 Moonlight communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Moonlight, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Moonlight 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 Moonlight offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Moonlight, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Brookdale Junction City, Homestead of Abilene and Enterprise Estates Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Moonlight, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Moonlight, Kansas. See the full list.

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