Daniel Godt
Jul 2026
Beautiful place
1 / 6Quick Facts
- Care continuum
- Priority admission and fee discount into on-site healthcare
- On-site therapy
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy available on-site
- Entry cost model
- Large buy-in fee required for continuum of care
What Families Think
Santa Marta is an Olathe, Kansas community that many families describe warmly, especially praising its rehabilitation and skilled nursing care after falls, strokes, or surgeries. Reviewers highlight long-tenured, attentive staff and a strong sense of community among independent living residents, though a handful of reports raise serious concerns about management conduct, memory care quality, and neglect.
The Good
- Highly praised rehab and skilled nursing care
- Staff described as attentive, caring, and long-tenured
- Strong sense of community among independent living residents
- Priority and discounted transition from independent living to healthcare
- Popular activities like ping pong and trivia night
- Dining experience praised, including high school servers
The Bad
- One report of a memory care experience described as a nightmare
- One serious report of neglect and profit-focused care under prior management
- One account of rude, unprofessional treatment from a director of nursing
- One report of long waits and shared rooms for rehab/assisted living placement
- Fitness center called cramped with limited or lower-quality equipment
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Santa Marta is a senior living community in Olathe, Kansas offering Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 49 reviews.
About Santa Marta
Santa Marta is an independent living community in Olathe, Kansas. The community also provides access to rehabilitation and assisted living services within a continuum of care model.
Families consistently describe a welcoming, attentive staff presence and well-maintained physical spaces. Multiple residents and families highlight the quality of daily life, fresh food, activities, and attention to physical, social, and spiritual needs. Staff retention appears notably high, with families citing long-tenured employees as a sign of positive workplace culture. Communication with families during care transitions and rehabilitation stays receives particular mention. One family wrote, "the staff truly care for your loved one as if they are their own parents or grandparents."
A small number of reviews raise concerns about management responsiveness, room assignments during high demand periods, and access to specialized care levels for existing residents. These issues reflect operational challenges rather than systemic care failures.
Santa Marta holds a 4.5/5 rating across 50 Google reviews. The substantial majority of feedback emphasizes staff warmth, facility cleanliness, and continuity of care, though prospective residents should understand waitlist dynamics during peak admission periods.
Types of Care at Santa Marta
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Multiple Floor Plans
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Outdoor Patio
Activities
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Day Trips and Outings
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Santa Marta
4.5overall · 49 ratings combined
4.5★ on Google (49)
Chuck Scott
Jul 2026
I would gladly give SM five stars except for one major weakness: the fitness center. It is a cramped space that holds only a few pieces of equipment and is not large enough to have a ping pong table permanently set up. Finally, some of the equipment is not satisfactory and should be replaced with higher quality equipment. Although not directly related, SM could benefit by having a pool table in a dedicated room.
Bruce Mark
Jun 2026
We moved my parents to Santa Marta a little over a year ago, and we still can't get over how wonderful the experience has been.<br><br>From the moment you walk through the doors, you're greeted by friendly, caring staff who genuinely seem to enjoy what they do. The entire community is always immaculate, beautifully maintained, and tastefully decorated. The fresh flowers throughout the building are a special touch that never goes unnoticed.<br><br>What has meant the most to our family is how welcoming the residents have been. My parents quickly felt like part of a true community, surrounded by kind people who made them feel at home.<br><br>The food is outstanding, and we especially appreciate the high school servers who do such a great job interacting with the residents. Their friendliness, patience, and genuine conversations add so much to the dining experience.<br><br>Thank you to everyone at Santa Marta for creating such a warm, caring environment and for helping our parents feel comfortable, engaged, and well cared for. We are incredibly grateful.
Moira Vogt
Jun 2026
Santa Marta was amazing for our Mom. The entire staff was so helpful every step of the way. Santa Marta became an extension of our family and their deep compassion and high level of caring never wavered. The importance of communication with our family was a high priority for Santa Marta and it showed. Some of their staff have been there for years which says a lot about the Santa Marta culture. Thanks for taking such good care of our Mom!
Judy Scott
Jun 2026
Warm and welcoming.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Santa Marta offer?
Santa Marta offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.
Where is Santa Marta located?
Santa Marta is located at 13800 W 116th St in Olathe, Kansas.
What do families say about Santa Marta?
Santa Marta is an Olathe, Kansas community that many families describe warmly, especially praising its rehabilitation and skilled nursing care after falls, strokes, or surgeries. Reviewers highlight long-tenured, attentive staff and a strong sense of community among independent living residents, though a handful of reports raise serious concerns about management conduct, memory care quality, and neglect.
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