Best Senior Living in Kansas City, Missouri
51 communities found
Kansas City families researching senior living can choose among 64 communities, 51 of them residential settings, alongside 13 home care agencies, with 54 communities carrying reviews across 4,085 read comments and an average rating of 4 out of 5. Among the 7 communities with published prices, the median cost is $3,000 a month, with a low of $2,195, and of the 22 communities with Medicare star ratings, the average is 2.3 stars.
- 64options listed
- 4average rating, 54 rated
- 4,085family reviews read
- 1operator-verified
- 3small homes, 10 or fewer
From $3,000/moTiffany Springs Senior Living
Kansas City, Missouri
4.8(180)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
The Barrymore Senior Living
Kansas City, Missouri
5(23)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Liberty at Shoal Creek
Kansas City, Missouri
4.8(46)
Independent Living
From $2,900/moSt. Anthony’s Senior Living
Kansas City, Missouri
4.7(111)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Rehab Of Kansas City South
Kansas City, Missouri
4.7(105)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
University Health Lakewood Care Center
Kansas City, Missouri
4.8(23)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Ashton on the Plaza
Kansas City, Missouri
4.7(51)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Brookdale Wornall Place
Kansas City, Missouri
4.6(64)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Riverstone Retirement Community
Kansas City, Missouri
4.6(60)
Independent Living
Senior Star at Villa Ventura
Kansas City, Missouri
4.8(13)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
American House Burlington Creek
Kansas City, Missouri
4.5(50)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
From $4,200/moSageGrove at Tiffany Springs
Kansas City, Missouri
4.5(33)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Best-rated senior living in Kansas City
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Tiffany Springs Senior LivingVerified
4.8 (180 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Families describe Tiffany Springs Senior Living as warm and well-run, praising attentive memory care staff, cleanliness, and dignified end-of-life support.
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5 (23 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
The Barrymore, a newly built community, draws praise for its design, amenities, and staff, including strong communication during a family's move-in.
- 3
4.8 (46 reviews)· Independent Living
Liberty at Shoal Creek is a friendly, socially active independent living community with helpful staff, though some note inconsistent management and upkeep.
- 4
4.7 (111 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care0
St. Anthony's is a warm, clean, faith-centered community with attentive staff, though recent reviews raise concerns about care quality and staffing.
- 5
4.7 (105 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This skilled nursing and rehab center is described as clean and welcoming, with caring staff and a social services team that eases family transitions.
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University Health Lakewood Care Center
4.8 (23 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
University Health Lakewood Care Center is described as warm and clean, with genuinely caring, professional nurses and leadership.
- 7
4.7 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care0
The Ashton on the Plaza is called beautiful and clean, with friendly staff and a strong therapy team, though housekeeping consistency draws some concern.
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4.6 (64 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Brookdale Wornall Place is praised for attentive staff and a lively, well-maintained community, though some families raise staffing and communication concerns.
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Riverstone Retirement Community
4.6 (60 reviews)· Independent Living
Riverstone Retirement Community earns praise for its food, activities, and long-tenured staff, though some reviews describe a rocky stretch under prior management.
- 10
4.8 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Senior Star at Villa Ventura has a strong 4.8 out of 5 rating from 13 Google reviews, but no detailed review text or amenity descriptions are available to explain what families specifically like or dislike about the…
What families say about senior living in Kansas City
Counted across the review summaries of 57 Kansas City communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Across 57 communities, 81% of families praise caring, attentive staff, and 46% mention cleanliness, with 44% noting good activities and social life and another 44% speaking well of the buildings and grounds. On the concern side, 51% raise staff attitude, 39% point to communication with families, another 39% mention cost and billing, and 37% cite staffing levels and turnover.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 81%
- Cleanliness 46%
- Activities and social life 44%
- Building and grounds 44%
- Medical and nursing care 33%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 51%
- Communication with families 39%
- Cost and billing 39%
- Staffing levels and turnover 37%
“I recently moved my mother from one memory care facility to the Barrymore. My mom is so much happier here and the staff's attention to their residents is phenomenal. The facility is beautiful and very clean.”
“I have been here for almost 4 years and it has been a wonderful place to live! This is my first time living in Missouri and at Liberty at Shoal Creek, I am close to my family and I have found friends. There is lots to do here and I have a lovely apartment. Thanks to all the management team!!”
“In the search for a place for my dad to live with his progressive disease, Paige in marketing and Kate in the nursing department were very available and responsive. They had compassion and were very professional. When I had questions, they were very responsive and always had great knowledge of the issues.”
Senior Living in Kansas City: the figures
- •Of the 16 with a known size, 3 have ten residents or fewer, 6 have 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60.
- •22 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.3 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 7 rated one star.
- •Among the 7 that publish a starting price, prices start at $2,195 a month with a median of $3,000.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (44), housekeeping (43), medication management (42), social activities (39), gathering / activity spaces (35), private rooms (33).
How families pay for senior living in Missouri
Most families in Missouri pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket, at least at first. That often means monthly income combined with savings, and many households also draw on the proceeds from selling a home to help cover costs. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years ago, can offset some of the monthly fee as well, though it's worth reviewing the policy's terms closely since coverage for assisted living versus memory care can differ. Veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care, and it's worth asking a veterans service officer whether a particular situation meets the requirements.
The full picture for the state: Senior Living in Missouri.
Senior Living near Kansas City
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Springs7.5 mi | 19 | 4.3 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
| Independence9.5 mi | 30 | 3.9 / 5 | 9.5 mi |
| Liberty13.4 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 13.4 mi |
| Raytown15.6 mi | 6 | 3.9 / 5 | 15.6 mi |
| Lee's Summit16.2 mi | 33 | 4.2 / 5 | 16.2 mi |
| Prairie Village, Kansas23.7 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 23.7 mi |
| Kansas City, Kansas24.9 mi | 20 | 4 / 5 | 24.9 mi |
| Leawood, Kansas26.9 mi | 9 | 4.5 / 5 | 26.9 mi |
All of Missouri: Senior Living in Missouri. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on September 29, 2026 from the 64 communities listed in Kansas City, 4,085 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 24, 2026.
Kansas City, Missouri is home to 28 senior living communities offering a range of care levels, from independent and assisted living to memory care and skilled nursing. Whether you're exploring options for yourself or a loved one, the area provides diverse settings to match different care needs and preferences.
Starting monthly costs range from $2,195 to an average of $3,403, though pricing varies based on the specific community and services selected. When comparing communities, it helps to review what's included in base fees, what services cost extra, and how each facility approaches the care level you're seeking.
Among the higher-rated communities in the area are University Health Lakewood Care Center (4.8 rating, 23 reviews), St. Anthony's Senior Living (4.7 rating, 111 reviews), and Rehab Of Kansas City South (4.7 rating, 105 reviews). Reading recent reviews from families and residents can offer insight into daily life, staff responsiveness, and quality of care at each location.
Senior Living in Kansas City: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Kansas City, Missouri?
MyLivingChoice lists 64 senior living communities in Kansas City, Missouri, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Kansas City?
Among Kansas City communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $2,195/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,346/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Kansas City are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Barrymore Senior Living (5★, 23 ratings), Stand Out Home Care (5★, 13 ratings), Aspen Homecare (5★, 9 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Kansas City?
Beyond senior living, Kansas City has assisted living (28 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (27 communities), independent living (19 communities), memory care (17 communities), home health (9 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Kansas City?
Families rate Kansas City senior living communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 4,085 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Kansas City senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 57 Kansas City communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 81%), cleanliness (mentioned for 46%), activities and social life (mentioned for 44%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (51%), communication with families (39%), cost and billing (39%).
Are there small senior living homes in Kansas City?
Yes. Of the 16 Kansas City communities with a known size, 3 have ten residents or fewer, 6 have 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Kansas City nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
22 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Kansas City carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.3 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 7 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Kansas City bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
