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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Topeka, KS
If you’re looking for independent living in the Topeka 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 Topeka. 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 29 independent living facilities in Topeka, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Topeka, North Topeka and Oakland.
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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.
We provide maintenance free living for seniors in one and two bedroom apartments in a safe, quiet neighborhood in Topeka, Kansas (KS).
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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.
We provide maintenance free living in two bedroom duplex apartments for seniors in a safe, quiet neighborhood in Topeka, Kansas (KS).
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of independent living in Topeka, KS
The average cost of senior living in Topeka is $3,885 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scranton, KS with an average of $3,566 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Topeka, KS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Topeka, KS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Topeka vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Topeka, KS by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Topeka over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Topeka
Recent reviews for independent living in Topeka
Lexington Park Independent Living in Topeka, KS
4.6
My Grandparents really love it. There are a lot of activities and the facility is very nice.
Lexington Park in Topeka, KS
4.0
I was very impressed with our experience at Lexington Park, it's a very nice place for independent senior living! It's a nice looking place, the people are all very friendly, and the apartments are a very nice size for the price! I would highly recommend them!
Peggy Kelly House in Topeka, KS
4.5
Peggy Kelly House was the third and final care center that we moved mom into as she progressed through the final years of her battle with Alzheimer's. The care and attention there was far and above anything we had delt with before. The nurses and caretakers got to know her way beyond anything we ...
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Topeka independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Topeka independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Topeka, 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 Topeka 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 Topeka 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
22.6%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.8%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Topeka 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 Topeka communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.8%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Topeka 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 Topeka offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.9%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.8%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.7%
40%
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Related senior services in Topeka, Kansas
In Topeka, Kansas, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Topeka is relatively car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Topeka include bus routes, Amtrak train routes, and public paratransit services. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Topeka has partly limited biking infrastructure and is not particularly walkable.
Topeka offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has a few hospitals, including Stormont Vail Hospital and St. Francis Health Center.
As the capitol of Kansas, Topeka is known for its rich historical and political scene. Topeka is home to several museums — Kansas Museum of History and Combat Air Museum — as well as the state capitol building, Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site, and The Equality House. Many of these cultural attractions offer special programs just for seniors. For nature-lovers, Shawnee Lake is the perfect place for anglers, kayakers, and more. Other local attractions include the Heartland Motorsports Park and the Topeka Zoo.
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Legend at Capital Ridge, Holiday Thornton Place and Brandon Woods at Alvamar are the top-rated independent living facilities near Topeka, Kansas. See full list of communities.
There are 29 independent living facilities near Topeka, Kansas. See the full list.
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