Expert Senior Living Advisors from A Place for Mom can help direct you to nursing homes. Together, we will find the perfect fit for your loved one, and we will provide direction and support as needed. With 101 senior care options in Kansas City and the surrounding area, there are many options to choose from. A Place for Mom is the largest senior living referral service in North America, and we can help you make a good choice at no cost to you.
Nursing Homes near Kansas City, Missouri
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...
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...
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...
5901 NW 88th Street, Kansas City, MO 64154
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...
9110 East 63rd Street, Raytown, MO 64133
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
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...
8300 NW Barry Road, Kansas City, MO 64153
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
The Gardens at Barry Road Assisted Living and Memory Care is an engaging, service-oriented community in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri. Our community recognizes that a new phase in life can be a leap of faith—for you and your family. To make this transition easier, our compassionate team...
501 West 107th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Good Times and Better CompanyNestled within a quiet and nature-filled neighborhood, our independent and assisted living community provides you with more than a wonderful backdrop to enjoy a life well lived. With spacious common areas for relaxing, dining and socializing, a dining room that...
6311 N Cosby Ave, Kansas City, MO 64151
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
8100 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64114
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Armour Oaks Senior Living in Kansas City, Missouri – Kansas City’s oldest continuing Not-For-Profit entity - is located in the eclectic Waldo neighborhood at the corner of 81st and Wornall Road with easy access to I-435. This historic senior living community, just 15 minutes from the famous...
1010 E 68th St, Kansas City, MO 64131
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
St. Anthony’s Senior Living is a gated, resort-style community that offers one and two-bedroom apartment homes in residential living and assisted living. Designed for residents who are 62 years of age and better, this modern community is perfect for those who wish to pursue an active, healthy,...
10000 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64114
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Kingswood is where you can live the life you love. Here you have maintenance-free living, great friends and neighbors, and a full continuum of care should you ever need it. All in the heart of Kansas City, and all at a great value.The Courtyards at Kingswood are designed for those who need...
9101 N Ambassador Dr, Kansas City, MO 64154
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Tiffany Springs offers upscale, luxury senior living with a variety of care options.By locating independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation health care together on one campus in the Northland of Kansas City, we’re able to meet a variety of needs for individuals and...
14001 Madison Ave., Kansas City, MO 64145
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
11071 N Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO 64155
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...
2 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64112
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Sophisticated Accommodations on The Plaza! In the heart of Kansas City, The Plaza stands out as a robust, vibrant community with a flavor all its own. Known for its Spanish-inspired architecture—complete with scenic fountains and statues—The Plaza features an abundance of shopping and dining...
2900 NE Kendallwood Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64119
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
3000 NE 64th St, Gladstone, MO 64119
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Heritage Village of Gladstone is an assisted living community located in the city of Gladstone, Missouri in the county of Clay. Residents of this community can easily spend their days wandering through the wooded trails of Hidden Hollow Park which touches up against the back yard of Heritage...
2801 NE 60th St, Gladstone, MO 64119
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
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...
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.
The median monthly cost of a private room in a Kansas City nursing home is about $5,931, and the median monthly cost of a private room in a nursing home in the state of Missouri is around $5,688, according to Genworth.
For this type of elder care, Kansas City, Missouri offers many great options, and A Place for Mom can help you find the right one.
Kansas City has an average cost of living 14 points below the national average of 100. Produce and essentials are similarly below the national average of 100, making Kansas City a very affordable option for your senior living needs.
| Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income | Estate tax | Sales tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86 | 93 | $1,393 | 16.1% | $248,083 | $78,217 | No estate tax or inheritance tax | 6.5% |
Two of the top rated hospitals in Kansas City include:
Kansas City has a humid subtropical type of climate with hot, humid, and rainy summers. The winters in the city tend to be cold and dry. On average, the humidity level for Kansas City is roughly 59%. The average humidity levels are highest during the month of December at roughly 65%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78°F | 89°F (August) | 66°F (August) | 33°F | 45°F (February) | 23°F (January) |
Air Quality
| Average air quality index rating | Average maximum air quality index rating |
|---|---|
| 39 (Good) | 55 in 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 and Inclement Weather
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Average yearly snowfall | Inclement weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7” | 15” (June) | 14” | Tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes (high) |
2016 Presidential Election Results for Wyandotte County
| Voted Democratic | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 61.22% | 32.10% | 6.68% |
Population Statistics
| Population city proper | Population metro area | Population density | Population trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,615,621 | 488,943 | 599 people per square mile | Growing at a rate of 0.01% |
Age
| Median | 55+ | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 23% | 10% | 5% | 3% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 26% | 34% | 13% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more | Other or Not Specified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8% | 28.7% | 10.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 60.3% | 3.3% | 4.4% |
Crime
| Total crimes | Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
|---|---|---|
| 6,370 | 33 | 9 |
Miscellaneous
| Unemployed | Participate in the labor force | Have some form of disability | Live in poverty | Widows | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6% | 68% | 13% | 17% | 6% | 7% |
Kansas City is considered moderately friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that for the most part, members of the community can participate in public life without fear of bigotry or discrimination. However, there are parts of the city that members of the LGBTQ+ community may experience some discrimination or bigotry based on their sexual orientation.
Living in Kansas City is great for anyone that wants to mix an active lifestyle with a taste for the arts and some farmland roots. It’s home to major professional sports franchises such as the Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs, Major League Baseball’s Kansas City Royals, Kansas City Sporting MLS Football Club, and the Kansas City Speedway, which hosts multiple NASCAR events each year.
Kansas City is home to the world-renowned National WWI Museum, the National Archives and Records Administration, and the Harry S Truman Presidential Library and Museum. Kansas City also has ancient, renaissance, and contemporary art on display at its many museums — seven of which are considered world-class.
If you love the outdoors, Powell Gardens, Kansas City’s botanical garden, is a 970-acre botanical garden in Kingsville that is a must-see. It features 6,000 varieties of plants, with 225,000 plants in seasonal displays.
What are the top rated nursing homes near Kansas City, Missouri?
Our Home Senior Care, Norterre and Homestead of Leavenworth are the top rated nursing homes near Kansas City, Missouri. See full list of communities.
How many nursing homes are there near Kansas City, Missouri?
There are 101 nursing homes near Kansas City, Missouri. See the full list.
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