In short
Overland Park is the largest city in Johnson County and one of the best-served areas for senior care in the Kansas City metro. Assisted living typically runs $5,000 to $6,500 a month. Kansas Medicaid's HCBS/PD program can help pay for assisted living or home care for qualifying seniors, and Johnson County's AAA is one of the most active in the state.
What’s available in Overland Park
Overland Park has a deep and well-organized senior care market. Johnson County's AAA is particularly responsive and runs a strong caregiver support program.
| Type | Who it’s for | What’s included | In Overland Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Care at home | Wants to stay home, needs daily help | Aides, nursing visits, meals, rides | Licensed agencies available |
| Independent living | Active, done with upkeep | Apartment, meals, activities | Range of options |
| Assisted living | Needs help with meds, bathing, meals | Private apartment, 24-hour staff, care plan | Multiple communities |
| Memory care | Alzheimer’s or dementia | Secured, higher staff ratio | Standalone and campus-based |
| Skilled nursing | Round-the-clock nursing or rehab | Nurses, therapy, medical oversight | Available; Medicare for short rehab |
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What it costs here
Overland Park costs run about $5,000 to $6,500 a month for assisted living, depending on the level of care and the neighborhood. Here is the typical range:
| Type | Typical monthly cost | What moves the number |
|---|---|---|
| Independent living | $3,000 to $4,800 | Apartment size, meal plan, amenities |
| Assisted living | $5,000 to $6,500 | Base rent plus care level; higher needs add $500-$1,500 |
| Memory care | $6,000 to $8,500 | Staffing ratio, private vs. shared room |
| Home care | $30 to $35 an hour | Hours per week; rates may vary |
| Skilled nursing | $9,500 to $12,000 | Private vs. semi-private; Medicare for short rehab |
How Kansas helps pay
Kansas programs that help seniors pay for care
- Medicaid long-term care
- Kansas' HCBS/PD (Frail Elderly) program covers assisted living and home care for qualifying seniors. Income cap is approximately $2,982/month with a Qualified Income Trust option. Asset limit $2,000. Apply through KDADS.
- Where to start
- Johnson County Aging and Human Services, 913-715-8850, 11811 S. Sunset Dr., Olathe KS 66061
- Veterans
- VA Aid and Attendance pension for wartime veterans who need help with daily activities.
- Medicare
- Does not pay for assisted living or long-term care. Covers short rehab stays.
Sources: State agency; Medicare.gov; VA.gov. Rules change; confirm current eligibility.
Local resources worth knowing
- Johnson County Aging & Human Services The Area Agency on Aging. Services include home-delivered meals, in-home services, transportation. 913-715-8850.
- KDADS Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Licensing and inspection reports.
- Kansas HCBS/PD program Home and Community Based Services / Physically Disabled program. Covers assisted living and home care for qualifying seniors.
- Eldercare Locator, 1-800-677-1116. The federal government’s free line for aging services anywhere in the country.
- Adult Protective Services. To report elder abuse or neglect, call the state APS hotline or 911 if there is immediate danger.
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Questions from Overland Park families
What is Kansas' HCBS/PD program?
It's the state's Medicaid waiver program that helps pay for assisted living and home care for seniors who qualify financially and meet a nursing-home level of care.
Which facilities are licensed?
Kansas licenses assisted living facilities and nursing homes through KDADS. Inspection reports are public.
Is there public transit for seniors?
Johnson County Transit offers bus service. The AAA also runs Catch-a-Ride volunteer transportation (913-715-8900).
Sources: CareScout Cost of Care Survey 2025; Medicare.gov; Johnson County Aging and Human Services, 913-715-8850, 11811 S. Sunset Dr., Olathe KS 66061; state agency websites. Retrieved October 8, 2026.