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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Derby, KS
Assisted living costs in Derby average about $5,049 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 16 communities in Derby. Our detailed directory has 58 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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The Staff is excellent. They are caring and friendly. I feel like my mother is well taken care of. The activities are okay but I think more thought could be put into them. My mom doesn't like participating...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A Rich and Full RetirementPrepare to discover a rich and full retirement here in our assisted living community in Derby, Kansas. You will love the intimate, single-story building that provides you with endless opportunities to explore new hobbies and make new friends. Because we handle all the...
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The community is very welcoming, helpful and understanding. I'm glad my Dad has the staff at via Christi McLean, it may be a bit run down compared to other facilities, but I will take this staff over...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
COMMUNITY OVERVIEWMinutes from downtown in West Wichita and just a stone’s throw from the Arkansas River, Via Christi Village is one of the most popular senior living communities in the area. As a continuing care retirement community, we offer all living choices on our campus, including...
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I think it's a very nice place. I always feel very welcomed there when I visit. Everyone is very friendly. The administrator is a very nice woman and has helped me out immensely. It's always very tidy. ...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Homestead of Derby is a senior care community that offers residents high quality assisted living in Derby, KS.What is assisted living? Assisted living is for those who can no longer live on their own, but do not require 24-hour care. Homestead of Derby offers many services and amenities including...
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We have not been able to visit the community yet due to the restrictions, however they just recently opened back up so we will get to go visit over Easter weekend. Our loved one is very happy at the Glen...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Glen Carr House Memory Care in Derby, our memory care houses are intimate, warm environments that focus on the needs of our residents in a uniquely personal fashion. Each suite opens to a great room that includes a cozy fireplace, comfy chairs and a kitchen space where residents will find a...
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They try to make her feel like she is a part of the community and help her out. They could improve on the variety in their diet. Also, we are having some issues with medication. We have some problems with...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Avita Senior Living in Derby is designed to give each resident a sense of home and independence. We are built much more like one's own home where bedrooms are located close to living and dining areas. Our community has 33 private rooms and features 6 floor plans to choose from. Each room has...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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the facility has really came a long way. Its clean, caters to all ages, offers alot of activities and you never smell bad odors like you do in alot of facilities. Its like a city within a city with their...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Affordable community with 4 different sizes & floor plans of apartments in a quiet neighborhood.Individual Climate Control, Emergency Call System, Secured Entrance and Security Cameras, Patios and Balconies in all apartments, Kitchens in all apartments, Month-to-Month Rent and 24 Hour Nursing...
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overall home has been a life saver for my loved one. we enjoy visiting with the staff and they all take such great care of my loved one. a big thank you to all of them....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Peace of Mind-Rose Hill is a residential care home located in the small town of Rose Hill, Kansas, which is in Butler County. The small town has numerous scenic sites with a family friendly atmosphere. Rose Hill is a charming place to live and a wonderful area for family and friends to visit....
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Marjorie's Home was wonderful. I just loved it. The beautiful home, caring staff, and compassionate directors were all great. Unfortunately, my Mom began displaying aggressive behaviors and safety became a...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Marjorie's Home/ TL is a residential care home located in the cultural city of Wichita, Kansas in Sedgewick County. Residents and visitors enjoy many attractions in this bustling city. There are many parks to spend lazy days enjoying the art of nature and many galleries to enjoy the art of man....
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What a wonderful community of residents and staff! Prairie Homestead is like living in a neighborhood where everyone knows each other and cares about all the neighbors. I never thought I wanted to leave my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
As one begins to consider retirement years, it may be the Independent or Assisted Living opportunities at Prairie Homestead Senior Living that fits into your plans. Serving the Wichita community since 1965, Prairie Homestead is centered on the motivation and influence of the Christian faith. As...
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I am very satisfied with Peace of Mind. The staff are very considerate. The house is clean and there is no odor. They don't mind if I call and check on him rather than always coming in. I couldn't be happier...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Peace of Mind-Wichita is a residential care home located in the state's largest city of Wichita, Kansas, which is in Sedgwick, County. Located on the Arkansas River, the metropolitan area is known for the Chisholm Trail and other historical events. Wichita is a great place to live and an exciting...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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They helped my dad make his transition from one facility to their's very easy and my dad is very happy as well.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sunflower Meadows is a residential care home located in busy and active Sedgwick County in the city of Wichita, KS. The home takes great pride in serving seniors who are looking to maintain their independence while moving to an environment that provides a little more help than just living alone...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Derby, KS
The average cost of senior living in Derby is $5,049 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Towanda, KS with an average of $4,669 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Derby, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Derby, KS vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Derby, KS by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Derby, KS
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What families are saying about assisted living in Derby
Recent reviews for assisted living in Derby
Dove Estates Senior Living in Goddard, KS
4.7
We chose Dove Estates because we liked the overall atmosphere pf the facility and after walking around during the tour, the residents were all out and about and would come up and say hi to us. Everyone was just very friendly. The apartments themselves are also very nice. The staff were always ...
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Ascension Living Via Christi Village - McLean in Wichita, KS
5.0
This was a positive experience for my loved one. It was a friendly place. The food was good and catered well to individual requests. Housekeeping was good. I would recommend this facility to family and friends.
Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Broadmoor in Wichita, KS
5.0
They are amazing, we searched high and low for a good facility for 2 years. I popped in at 8 o'clock last night and they were doing a puzzle with him. The nurse is super accommodating and she even brings him meals from home when he does not like the food being served. The staff are always kind ...
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Derby assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Derby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Derby, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Derby assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Derby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
81.3%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.3%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Derby assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Derby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.3%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
31.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.8%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Derby assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Derby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.3%
26.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Derby assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Derby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Derby assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Derby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.1%
Dances
Dances
6.3%
29%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Derby
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Kansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Derby protect seniors.
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