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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Downer, KS
If you’re looking for independent living in the Fort Downer area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Fort Downer. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in Fort Downer, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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Brookdale Hays has a very caring staff who work hard to make my loved one safe and comfortable. They are willing to make changes as my loved one's needs change and they communicate well with the family. I...
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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.
Here you can redefine your independence and live your best life.Here at our assisted living community, we’ll help you redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or learning something new like yoga, you have choices for...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sunrise Village, a senior housing community in South Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, offers premium senior housing apartments for those who are 55 years and older. Sunrise village creates a warm, inviting and noiseless environment. The community is tucked away in a green and serene...
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We chose Ascension Living Via Christi Village because of the chapel and they have daily masses. The cleanliness of the facility, and the size of the rooms were the biggest factors. I have eaten here myself...
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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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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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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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Cost of independent living in Fort Downer, KS
The average cost of senior living in Fort Downer is $3,167 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zurich, KS with an average of $2,705 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Downer, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Downer, KS vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fort Downer, KS by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Downer
Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Downer
Brookdale Hays
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The community is understaffed at night. [Name removed] the DON is terrific. Good communication good follow through. They are overpriced for the staffing, it's a shame corporate medicine has turned elder care into.
The meals are three a day. I think they bring a snack car around in the ...
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Fort Downer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Downer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Downer, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Downer independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fort Downer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Downer, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
17.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.3%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Downer independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fort Downer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Downer, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
31%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Downer independent 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 independent living communities in Fort Downer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Downer, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
8.3%
38.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
8.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
8.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
8.3%
40.2%
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Brookdale Hays, Lutheran Home Heartland and Good Samaritan Society - Ellis are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Downer, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Fort Downer, Kansas. See the full list.
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