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The Ashton on the Plaza

2 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd

4.7(51 ratings)· Kansas City average: 4.2

Part of Sonida Senior Living · 112 communities · 4.5★ average

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Quick Facts

Starting price
$4,865/mo

34% above the Kansas City median

Licensed capacity
96 residents

Missouri DHSS

Licensed operator
The Plaza Facility Operator LLC
Pet Policy
Welcomes both cats and dogs
Memory Care Setting
Secured, homelike memory care neighborhood on-site
Location
Located within Country Club Plaza shopping district

What Families Think

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Reviewers overwhelmingly describe The Ashton on the Plaza as a beautiful, clean community with friendly, caring staff, especially praising the therapy team and daily activities. A handful of reviews raise concerns about inconsistent housekeeping, laundry mix-ups, and communication issues, including one detailed account of care lapses that led a family to leave after a management transition.

What reviewers praise

  • Friendly, warm staff frequently praised by visitors
  • Clean, attractive facility noted by many reviewers
  • Therapy staff singled out for positive engagement
  • Central Country Club Plaza location near shops and dining
  • Pet-friendly for cats and dogs
  • Secured memory care neighborhood for dementia residents

What reviewers flag

  • A few reviews cite inconsistent housekeeping and laundry handling
  • One detailed report described lackadaisical care and poor staff communication
  • One reviewer noted difficulty getting information by phone

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

The Ashton on the Plaza is a senior living community in Kansas City, Missouri offering Assisted Living and Memory Care. Amenities include Professional Chef, Outdoor Patio and Fitness Center. Published pricing starts around $4,865 per month. Families rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 50 reviews.

About The Ashton on the Plaza

The Ashton on the Plaza is a senior living community in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring Spanish-inspired architecture, elegant fountains, and boutique-style amenities, the community is designed to enhance comfort, safety, and independence while fostering an engaging, connected lifestyle. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living in a supportive environment that combines luxury with compassion.

Assisted living provides daily support with personal care, dining, and activities while helping residents maintain their independence. Memory care is offered through the Magnolia Trails" program, which provides a secure, homelike setting with routines built to honor dignity and connection. Apartments feature thoughtful layouts with built-in safety features, available in a range of spacious and modern options.

Daily life includes a variety of engaging programs such as bingo, trivia, movie nights, arts and crafts, and intergenerational activities, along with welcoming shared spaces where residents can connect and stay active.

Located within Kansas City's iconic Country Club Plaza, the community keeps residents close to premier shopping, acclaimed restaurants, beautiful parks, and cultural attractions. Nearby destinations include the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Jacob L. Loose Park, the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, Swope Park, and Starlight Theatre, along with restaurants and markets such as Whole Foods, Cosentino's Market, and dining spots throughout the Plaza. The central location also makes visiting easy for families throughout the metro, including Brookside, Mission Hills, Prairie Village, Leawood, and Overland Park.

The Ashton on the Plaza is pet-friendly, welcoming cats and dogs so residents and their companions can feel at home.

Types of Care at The Ashton on the Plaza

Assisted LivingMemory Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • Private Rooms
  • Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet

Meals & Dining

  • Professional Chef

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Fitness Center
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Medical Staff
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Salon / Barber
  • Theater Room
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of The Ashton on the Plaza

4.7overall · 51 ratings combined

4.7★ on Google (50) · 5★ on Yelp (1) · Yelp page ↗

Jan McDonald

Jul 2026

via Google ↗ · Report

The Ashton is a clean and friendly place to visit. The staff is great!!

Doris Mendel

Mar 2026

via Google ↗ · Report

Ashton On The plaza is a cosmetically lovely facility. That’s about the only nice thing I can say about it. The care is lackadaisical, they don’t clean the rooms, they don’t change their sheets, they don’t do the laundry regularly, when they do the laundry they put it in a variety of ridiculous places as opposed to in the clearly labeled drawers. There appears to be no communication between staff. It is a horrific facility and I would not put anyone you liked here. That being said, they fired the manager and brought in a transition team to fix things but after three months, I decided it just wasn’t worth the 8000 bucks a month for me to wait for them to get their shit together.

K B

Dec 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

I rarely call the main number but every time I've done so, the person who answers is most concerned with pointing out to me that it's not her job to know where residents are. I just wanted to find out who was and how to get in touch with them. I'm usually fairly quickly called back by someone else on staff. afterwards.

Joy Crimmins

Dec 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

Beautiful place, lots of amenities and great location by the streetcar and Plaza.

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What types of care does The Ashton on the Plaza offer?

The Ashton on the Plaza offers Assisted Living and Memory Care.

How much does The Ashton on the Plaza cost?

Published pricing at The Ashton on the Plaza starts around $4,865 per month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection; contact the community for a detailed quote.

Where is The Ashton on the Plaza located?

The Ashton on the Plaza is located at 2 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd in Kansas City, Missouri.

What do families say about The Ashton on the Plaza?

The Ashton on the Plaza carries a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 50 Google reviews. Reviewers overwhelmingly describe The Ashton on the Plaza as a beautiful, clean community with friendly, caring staff, especially praising the therapy team and daily activities. A handful of reviews raise concerns about inconsistent housekeeping, laundry mix-ups, and communication issues, including one detailed account of care lapses that led a family to leave after a management transition. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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