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Photo of Homestead of Halstead
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33 Floor plans available
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Homestead, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of life and creates new...
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The environment is clean, quiet and organized. The staff are always friendly and helpful. I would recommend it. The ratio of staff to residents is good and as I said the staff are all helpful and pleasant....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Your Life. Your Story. Your Home. Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community is a senior living community that began in 1945 and is located in the small town of Buhler, Kansas. A quiet and safe town located just outside of Hutchinson, Buhler is a wonderful place that you would be blessed to call home....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Asbury Park is a continuing care retirement community which supports life while enhancing physical, social, emotional and spiritual wellness through caring staff, innovative programs, and benevolent support. We are also a not-for-profit retirement community located in Newton,Kansas — related to...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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This facility was amazing, the housekeeping was great and they were so nice. Every person here helped with the care of your loved one. The dining area was very nice, the food was good and they had a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Paxton, KS

The average cost of senior living in Paxton is $5,952 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buhler, KS with an average of $5,260 per month.

Assisted living costs in Paxton, KS, vs. state and national averages

Paxton, KS
$5,952/mo
$5,705/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Paxton, KS, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,952/mo
$7,850/mo

Assisted living costs in Paxton, KS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,703/mo
Studio
$4,093/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,499/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,458/mo

Senior living costs in Paxton vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Paxton, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typePaxton, KSKansasU.S.
Assisted Living$5,952/mo$5,705/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,850/mo$7,471/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,057/mo$2,975/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Paxton, KS:$5,952/mo
Kansas:$5,705/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Paxton, KS:$7,850/mo
Kansas:$7,471/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Paxton, KS:$3,057/mo
Kansas:$2,975/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Paxton, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Paxton and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Paxton, KS

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Paxton have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Paxton, KS$5,404/mo$5,291/mo+2.1%
Kansas$5,392/mo$5,347/mo+0.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Paxton, KS
2024 average cost:$5,404/mo
2023 average cost:$5,291/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$5,392/mo
2023 average cost:$5,347/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Paxton, KS

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Paxton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Paxton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Paxton

Vintage Park at Waterfront in Wichita, KS

4.9
It's a friendly, well-run place. The food is varied, and it's good quality. It tastes like something you'd get at a restaurant. They clean the rooms weekly. They seem to not be staffed well enough sometimes, so you have to wait a little longer if you need help. I think they have a hard time ...
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Homestead of Wichita

4.0
We have been very happy here. There have been some changes with the staff, and the jury is out on the changes. The room size is great, and the food is good and mom seems to like it. I would recommend this facility.

Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community in Buhler, KS

4.9
Am in 2 bedroom independent living apartment. Am wheelchair bound. My apartment has both inside and outside access. While my apartment has a kitchen, I take advantage of a meal plan with great food. The other residents are friendly and support one another. There are scheduled activities if one ...
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Paxton review score based on 1,030 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 1030 reviews of 29 Paxton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Paxton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Paxton review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Paxton, KS29 facilities
8.6
Wichita, KS29 facilities
8.7
McPherson, KS2 facilities

Review subcategories for Paxton assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,030 reviews of 29 Paxton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Paxton resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Paxton, KS averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
4.2
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.2
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Paxton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Paxton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Paxton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Paxton assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Paxton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Paxton, KSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.2%
45.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.3%
29.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.8%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.8%
49.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.4%
26.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.4%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.5%
41.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.4%
46%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Paxton assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Paxton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Paxton, KSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
44.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.7%
28.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.5%
35.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.7%
12%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Paxton assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Paxton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Paxton, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.6%
24%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
32.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.3%
32%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Paxton assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Paxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Paxton, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.6%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.5%
37.1%
Room service
Room service
37%
32.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.5%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Paxton assisted 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 assisted living communities in Paxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Paxton, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.4%
40.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.9%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.5%
26.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.8%
43.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.7%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.3%
45.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.6%
36.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24%
31.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.4%
33.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.8%
40.9%
Live performances
Live performances
42%
41%
Dances
Dances
19.7%
26.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.3%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
40.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Paxton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Kansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Paxton protect seniors.
Learn about Kansas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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