See our Shawnee assisted living or specialized care listings below:
Shawnee, which is found in a principally suburban area of Johnson County, has seven elderly care facilities which provide individuals an assortment of care options to choose from. Moving around Shawnee isn't too tough for anyone who has the ability to move easily and walk without pain or discomfort. Should the need arise, there are several number of nursing homes and hospitals in and around Shawnee.
Assisted Living Services
It is important to seek out the amenities you need so that you or your loved one can feel comfortable. Some standard amenities in Shawnee include:
- Hospice care
- Companion pets
- Experience nursing staff 24-hours a day
Aside from having a full list of basic amenities, Shawnee also has a varied network of facilities that provides for seniors' unique needs. Some care facilities arrange for kosher meals. They also allow cats or dogs, provide indoor activities, and provide resident parking. Some offer devotional services. Still other care facilities offer transportation (either complementary or for a nominal fee), or even can provide more advanced care like blood glucose monitoring.
When calling the long term care facilities listed on this page it can be valuable - though not mandatory - to have your loved one's information available. Consider preparing a brief medical history summary. Be sure to include any relevant insurance, doctor and doctor's office names and phone numbers as the new facility intake manager may have some questions. This kind of info can aid in outlining any specialized care the individual might require, which helps with cost estimates and facility choice.
Assisted Living Pricing in Shawnee
The price of community care facilities is different depending on the type of needed services, but on average it costs residents about $4,100 to $4,600 each month. The price for assisted living facilities in Kansas is about is $3,400 each month based on recent estimates. Residents that need help covering the cost of care may be eligible for aid options from state and federal governments. For more information, look through the cost list below which provides comparisons to other neighboring cities.
Assisted Living Pricing for Cities Nearby
| City | Average Cost |
|---|
| Lawrence, KS | $4,800 |
| Leawood, KS | $4,600 |
| Lenexa, KS | $3,700 |
| Olathe, KS | $4,800 |
| Overland Park, KS | $5,100 |
| Prairie Village, KS | $4,000 |
Source: Aggregated from the Genworth 2013, 2015 Cost of Care Survey, state licensing units, and from facility surveys. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, please confirm details with facilities directly.
