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Best Skilled Nursing in Topeka, Kansas

19 communities found

Topeka has 23 skilled nursing communities, 22 of them rated, with an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 775 reviews read. Fourteen communities carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.7 stars, and seven have been verified by their operator. Among the 14 communities with known size, 4 are mid-sized and 10 are large.

  • 19communities
  • 3.9average rating, 18 rated
  • 695family reviews read
  • 4operator-verified
  • 0small homes, 10 or fewer

Best-rated skilled nursing in Topeka

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Providence Homes Plus

    5 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Providence Homes Plus holds a 5 out of 5 rating from 8 Google reviews, though no detailed review text describes specific experiences there.

  2. 2

    Rolling Hills Health & Rehab of TopekaVerified

    4.5 (34 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 70 units

    Reviewers frequently praise caring, attentive nursing and rehab staff and note successful outcomes, though one review raised concerns about food, communication, and medication management.

  3. 3

    Hillsdale Place Home Plus

    4.8 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Hillsdale Place has limited written feedback, but its description emphasizes personalized, nurse-led care in a home-like setting rather than a large facility feel.

  4. 4

    Brewster Place

    4.3 (43 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 97 units

    Brewster Place, a faith-based, not-for-profit continuum of care community, draws praise for its friendly, clean environment, though some reviewers flag rude staff behavior and outdated resident areas.

  5. 5

    Oakley Place of Topeka

    4.1 (14 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Reviewers describe Oakley Place as a warm, home-like skilled nursing community with compassionate staff since new ownership took over, though one family raised training concerns for progressive conditions.

  6. 6

    Rolling Hills Retirement CommunityVerified

    4.1 (14 reviews)· Assisted Living, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    There isn't much detailed review text available for Rolling Hills Assisted Living of Topeka beyond its overall Google rating.

  7. 7

    Heritage Groves Estates

    4 (39 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units

    Reviewers describe a community recovering from a rocky ownership transition, with some praising long-time staff dedication while others report turnover and staffing concerns.

  8. 8

    Topeka Presbyterian Manor

    3.8 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 68 units

    Families generally describe Topeka Presbyterian Manor as warm, friendly, and attentive, praising the staff, food, and activities available to residents. One reviewer reported a serious lapse in cleaning after a…

  9. 9

    Providence Living Center

    3.4 (5 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 78 units

    Providence Living Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Topeka, Kansas, with a mixed reputation based on a small number of reviews. One reviewer highlighted enjoyable resident activities, while…

  10. 10

    Brighton Place North

    3.6 (14 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 34 units

    Families describe Brighton Place North as a clean, well-run skilled nursing community with a friendly, home-like atmosphere and staff who respond promptly to calls and emails. One reviewer, however, reported a starkly…

What families say about skilled nursing in Topeka

Counted across the review summaries of 19 Topeka communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, cited in 74% of the 23 communities, and medical and nursing care, mentioned in 35%. Concerns center on building and upkeep, raised in 43% of communities, with staff attitude and communication with families each noted in 30%.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 84%
  • Warm, home-like feel 42%
  • Cleanliness 37%
  • Management 37%
  • Medical and nursing care 37%

Concerns raised

  • Building and upkeep 42%
  • Staff attitude 32%
  • Food and dining 21%
  • Cleanliness 16%

“I heard good things about rolling hills nursing home health care i can't wait into my husband get there and get better soon”

“Excellent CNA! He Goes above and beyond to help residents. He is so patient and kind to them!! Patients with dementia and Alzheimer’s are in excellent hands with him!! Anthony is amazing!!”

Skilled Nursing in Topeka: the figures

  • •Of the 13 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 9 have more than 60.
  • •13 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.5 out of 5: 4 rated four stars or better, 6 rated one star.
  • •Among the 4 that publish a starting price, prices start at $2,995 a month with a median of $7,925.
  • •Most common amenities: housekeeping (19), 24-hour staff (19), medication management (18), gathering / activity spaces (18), wheelchair accessible (18), emergency call system (18).

How families pay for skilled nursing in Kansas

Most families in Kansas pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of their own savings, retirement income and often the proceeds from selling a home. Some have long-term care insurance policies that help cover part of the monthly cost, and it is worth reviewing a policy closely to understand what it will and will not pay for. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can help offset the cost of care for those who meet the service and income requirements.

The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Kansas.

Skilled Nursing near Topeka

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Lawrence24.2 mi214.6 / 5
Wamego33.8 mi54.1 / 5

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About these figures

Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 19 communities listed in Topeka, 695 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 and partner 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.

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Skilled Nursing in Topeka: Common Questions

How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Topeka, Kansas?

MyLivingChoice lists 19 skilled nursing long term care communities in Topeka, Kansas, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

How much does skilled nursing long term care cost in Topeka?

Among Topeka communities that publish pricing, skilled nursing long term care starts around $2,995/month, with an average published starting rate near $7,561/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.

Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Topeka are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Providence Homes Plus (5★, 8 ratings), Hillsdale Place Home Plus (4.8★, 6 ratings), Rolling Hills Health & Rehab of Topeka (4.5★, 34 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Topeka?

Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Topeka has skilled nursing / long term care (19 communities), assisted living (18 communities), independent living (11 communities), home health (8 communities), memory care (8 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Topeka?

Families rate Topeka skilled nursing long term care communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 695 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Topeka skilled nursing long term care communities?

Across the review summaries of 19 Topeka communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 84%), warm, home-like feel (mentioned for 42%), cleanliness (mentioned for 37%). The most common concerns are building and upkeep (42%), staff attitude (32%), food and dining (21%).

Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Topeka?

Of the 13 Topeka communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 9 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.

How do Topeka nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?

13 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Topeka carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.5 out of 5. 4 are rated four stars or better and 6 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.