Cassandra Campbell
Jun 2025
Great staff and the best long-term care!!
University Health Lakewood Care Center
7900 Lee'S Summit Road
4.8(23 ratings)· Kansas City average: 4.2
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 188
- Memory care unit
- 20-bed Alzheimer's/dementia unit for women only
- Medical campus adjacency
- Part of University Health Lakewood Medical Center
- Care oversight
- Board-certified geriatric specialist directs patient care
- Intergenerational program
- Regular social visits with pre-K students
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What Families Think
Families overwhelmingly describe this skilled nursing facility as warm, clean, and staffed by genuinely caring nurses and leadership. Reviewers repeatedly highlight the long-term care team's kindness and professionalism, with residents and families expressing high satisfaction and trust in the care provided.
The Good
- Staff repeatedly praised as kind and compassionate
- Facility consistently described as clean and well-kept
- Leadership team noted for empathy and attentiveness
- On-site access to specialty medical services
- Intergenerational program connects residents with pre-K children
The Bad
- One reviewer noted doctors can't interchange with downtown hospital
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About University Health Lakewood Care Center
University Health Lakewood Care Center is a fully-accredited skilled nursing facility in Kansas City, Missouri, serving 188 residents who have severe, chronic health problems. The care center is part of University Health Lakewood Medical Center, which means residents have access to a wide range of specialty medical services on-site in addition to their skilled nursing care.
The facility includes a 20-bed Alzheimer's/Dementia Unit that provides memory care to female residents who need it. A team of highly-skilled nurses cares for all residents, and a board-certified geriatric specialist directs all patient care.
Residents enjoy comfort amenities and social activities in a homelike setting. One notable offering is an intergenerational program that connects seniors with pre-K students, providing regular opportunities for social interaction between residents and children.
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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4.8overall · 23 ratings combined
4.8★ on Google (23)
Tomioka Fernandez
Apr 2025
I was treated with great Hospitality and it was very nice and felt comfortable around everybody. That was in long-term care. I would say they kept the place pretty clean as well
Mark Hanson
Apr 2025
Love it here! Everyone is so caring and compassionate
Sarah Daniel
Apr 2025
Awesome place!
Emilie Potter
Apr 2025
I would like to thank Alyssa in the long-term care department for being such a kind staffing coordinator, she is genuine in her ability to interact with people and so nice when she calls. I adore her and many others could learn from her kindness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does University Health Lakewood Care Center offer?
University Health Lakewood Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is University Health Lakewood Care Center located?
University Health Lakewood Care Center is located at 7900 Lee'S Summit Road in Kansas City, Missouri.
What do families say about University Health Lakewood Care Center?
Families overwhelmingly describe this skilled nursing facility as warm, clean, and staffed by genuinely caring nurses and leadership. Reviewers repeatedly highlight the long-term care team's kindness and professionalism, with residents and families expressing high satisfaction and trust in the care provided.
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