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Assisted Living near Olathe, Kansas
101 W 151st St, Olathe, KS 66061
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
In America’s heartland, where sprawling fields of grass and wheat sway under gentle blue skies, sprouts a new kind of senior living community in South Olathe, Kansas. In this friendly city, residents of Anthology of Olathe are encouraged to live aspirationally by welcoming neighbors and kind,...
751 North Somerset Terrace, Olathe, KS 66062
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Homestead Assisted Living offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that allows residents to relax and enjoy every day. We strive to provide all the amenities of home to make them feel comfortable. Whatever residents like to do, they’ll be among friends who share common interests and needs. ...
15700 W 151st St, Olathe, KS 66062
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Award Winning Services! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see why Benton House services are superior!Service starts with good design and great people. Our...
791 North Somerset Terrace, Olathe, KS 66062
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Homestead Memory Care offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that allows residents to relax and enjoy every day. We strive to provide all the amenities of home to make them feel comfortable. Whatever residents like to do, they’ll be among friends who share common interests and needs. Residents...
17500 West 119th Street, Olathe, KS 66061
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Aberdeen Village is an assisted living community located in welcoming city of Olathe, KS. Our unique community is situated on 35 lush green acres filled with shade trees, a beautiful pond and paved walking paths. Olathe has the ideal mix of city amenities and small-town hospitality, making this a...
5901 W. 107th Street, Overland Park, KS 66207
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
We can’t wait for you to call Park Meadows Senior Living in Overland Park, Kansas, home. This Kansas City suburb offers Midwestern charm alongside big city venues, cultural centers, and museums set against a backdrop almost as pastoral as a John Steuart Curry painting. With nearly 45 golf courses...
6500 North Cosby Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64151
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Welcome to Senior Star at Wexford Place! Wexford Place is an independent living, assisted living, and state-of-the-art memory support community located in the heart of "The Northland" in Kansas City, Miissouri. It's a community filled with friendship and lots of ways to enjoy a life full of...
12100 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64145
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Welcome to Senior Star at Villa Ventura! Villa Ventura is an independent and assisted living community located near the southern edge of Kansas City. It's a community filled with friendship, sunshine, and lots of ways to enjoy a life full of purpose. Inside Villa Ventura, residents gather for...
9201 Foster St, Overland Park, KS 66212
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Glenwood Village of Overland Park provides assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Overland Park, Kansas area. The city of Overland Park has excellent healthcare and recreational options, making it an ideal place for retirement.Our spacious apartments come with all of the...
11661 Granada, Leawood, KS 66211
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Sunrise of Leawood is an assisted living community in Leawood, Johnson County, Kansas that specializes in long and short-term memory care stays. The community is conveniently located in an affluent suburb, that's south of I-435 in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. Leawood is nestled between...
550 NE Napoleon Dr, Blue Springs, MO 64014
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Opened in 2015 - The Parkway Senior Living Community is the first continuing care community in the Blue Springs, Missouri area. The Parkway is designed for the convenience and satisfaction of residents. All services and amenities are provided with attentiveness and professionalism to ensure...
15055 West 87th Street Parkway, Lenexa, KS 66215
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
10665 Barkley Street, Overland Park, KS 66212
Studio, 1 Bed
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage. As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings. The options offered too much or too little — none met her...
6921 W 81st Street, Overland Park, KS 66204
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Morningside Place, an Anthem Memory Care Community is an assisted living conveniently located in the beautiful, upscale city of Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas. With easy access to four major Interstate highways and a less than forty minute drive from Kansas City International Airport,...
2700 Somerset Dr, Prairie Village, KS 66206
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Beautiful Addington Place of Prairie Village is located in Prairie Village, Kansas and can be a wonderful resting home for your elderly parent. We truly understand how difficult it can be for you to find the right spot for your parent to live if they can no longer live on their own. When choosing...
12500 West 135th Street, Overland Park, KS 66221
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
At Sunrise of Overland Park, KS, we offer our residents and their families the best of both worlds in so many ways. Our senior living community is located close enough to Interstate 35 to make it accessible, but far enough from the hustle and bustle to allow our residents to retain the privacy...
12101 East Bannister Road, Kansas City, MO 64138
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
When you visit SummitView Terrace in Lee's Summit, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments...
2160 SE Blue Pkwy, Lee's Summit, MO 64063
Studio, 1 Bed
Welcome to Addington Place of Lee's Summit! A beautiful community of warmth decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is just a call away.Addington Place of Lee's...
9601 N Tullis Dr, Kansas City, MO 64157
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Welcome to Addington Place of Shoal Creek! A beautiful community decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is just a call away.Addington Place of Shoal Creek enjoys...
Assisted living costs differ by location and facility, as many communities offer different levels of care, amenities, and activities. Prices also vary based on how much — or how little — assistance a senior needs.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:
Assisted living communities in Olathe provide supervision, community-style living, and personal care services to seniors who may require limited assistance with the activities of daily living (ADLs). These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who do not require 24-hour skilled nursing care.
The median monthly cost of assisted living communities in Olathe is about $3,500 within the city proper, and $2,950 in the metropolitan area. The assisted living communities of Olathe are a great fit for seniors who would like to live in a supervised setting while still maintaining an independent lifestyle.
Compared to most other cities in Kansas, Olathe is considered to be more expensive than average. The cost-of-living index is rated over 12 points higher than the national average. The grocery index however is rated as lower. This means that the high cost of living can most likely be attributed to the relatively high cost of real estate. All index scores are based on a sliding scale with the national average set at 100.
| Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income | Estate tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 112 | 93 | $1,449 | 17.1% spend over 30% of their income on rent | $211,483 | $82,649 | None |
The highest-rated hospitals in Olathe include:
Olathe has a humid subtropical type of climate. This means that the summers tend to be hot and muggy, while the winters are often cool with lots of overcast cloud cover. The transition seasons of spring and fall are usually wet and rainy. On average, the humidity level for Olathe is about 59%. The humidity levels are often highest during the month of December at around 65%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77°F | 89°F (July) | 66°F (July) | 34°F | 45°F (February) | 22°F (January) |
Air Quality
| Average air quality index rating | Average maximum air quality index rating |
|---|---|
| 39 (Good) | 55 in the month of August (Moderate) |
Moderate conditions mean that those who are sensitive to particulates in the air should consider limiting the amount of time they spend on outdoor exertion.
Precipitation
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Average yearly snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| 3” | 6” (May) | 13” |
A wealthy suburb of Kansas City, Olathe tends to lean slightly conservative politically. Many people who live in Olathe have families and commute into Overland Park for work. The town is well educated, with nearly half the population having a college degree of higher. The city is considered very religious and many people hold traditional family values in high regard.
2016 Presidential Election for Johnson County
| Voted Democratic | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 44.1% | 46.7% | 9.1% |
Population Statistics
| Population metro area | Population city proper | Population density | Population trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,143,651 | 137,472 | 861 people per square mile | Growing at a rate of 1.53% |
Age
| Median | 55+ | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 20% | 9% | 4% | 2% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 16% | 47% | 16% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4% | 6.1% | 11.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 75.7% | 3.3% |
Crime
| Total crimes | Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
|---|---|---|
| 2,227 | 14 | 2 |
Miscellaneous
| Unemployed | Participate in the labor force | Have some form of disability | Live in poverty | Widows | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4% | 75% | 8% | 6% | 3% | 7% |
Olathe is not considered friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that there is a good chance that members of the community may face discrimination or bigotry from the general public.
Olathe has plenty of options for recreation, and will appeal especially to history buffs and those who love the outdoors. Among the city’s many museums and historical sites, one can enjoy a taste of the town’s 19th-century pioneer history at the Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm. The Old Olathe Naval Air Museum has a large collection of military memorabilia spanning the history of U.S. naval aviation. The Ensor Park and Museum is a centuries old dairy farm that has been converted into a museum. Olathe is also home to The Museum of Deaf History, Art and Culture, dedicated to celebrating the experience of deafness while promoting deaf arts and cultural contributions.
For a breath of fresh air, there are 13 community parks in the city and 24 neighborhood parks to choose from. The city has installed 23 sculptures throughout the various parks, and the city maintains a rotating outdoor exhibit downtown that showcases the works of various artists. The city is very proud of its trees and has earned the designation of Tree City, USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. The Olathe Garden Club has created a series of self-guided tours for those who wish to see the city’s many historic trees. One popular tour, “The Trees of Veterans Memorial Park”, takes you on a peaceful walk through the park’s 8 acres while highlighting the 25 different species of trees that live in the park.
Transportation
Public transportation options are limited in Olathe. However, RideKC operates routes on the weekdays that connect Olathe to the wider metropolitan area. Cars or other means of individual transportation are recommended as the best option for getting around the city.
What are the top rated assisted living facilities near Olathe, Kansas?
Our Home Senior Care, Homestead of Leavenworth and Vintage Park at Ottawa are the top rated assisted living facilities near Olathe, Kansas. See full list of communities.
How many assisted living facilities are there near Olathe, Kansas?
There are 97 assisted living facilities near Olathe, Kansas. See the full list.
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