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Homestead Of Topeka

5820 Sw Drury Ln, Topeka, KS 66604

Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(785) 272-2200

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,429
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,579

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,409
  • Average State Price: $4,294
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Homestead Of Topeka Description

    Homestead Of Topeka is a community that offers assisted living and memory care and is about 4.1 miles outside Topeka, Kansas and is part of the Midwest Health network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.9 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 28 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.9
    Homestead Of Topeka
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 13 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 28 communities in Topeka
  • Ranking in State: 157 out of 482 communities in KS
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    6.2
    Midwest Health
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 120 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Kansas

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers praise the friendly and caring staff, highlighting their attentiveness, compassion, and dedication.
    • Several reviews commend the facility for its array of activities, including outings, bingo, crafts, yoga, exercise, church services, and music-related events.
    • Family members appreciate the special efforts made for celebrations, such as a 90th birthday party, and the respectful tribute to a resident who passed away.
    • Homestead is described as a place where residents feel safe, seen, heard, and cared for, with one reviewer noting the positive impact on their mother's final weeks of life.
    • The facility's long-term relationship with families is noted, with one family returning after 20 years.

    Negative Review:

    • One review criticizes the facility for inadequate nursing care, poor food quality, and rationing, which allegedly contributed to a resident's health decline and subsequent death.

    Overall:

    While the majority of reviews are highly positive, praising the staff's care and the facility's environment and activities, there is a concerning report about inadequate care and nutrition. Prospective residents and their families may want to consider these reviews carefully and conduct their own assessment of Homestead.


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    Health

    Certified staff on duty 24 hours a day

    Licensed nurse on call 24 hours a day

    Assistance with dressing, bathing & medications

    24-hour emergency communication system

    Health care services

    Incontinence management


    Services

    Weekly housekeeping

    Personal laundry & linens

    All utilities (excluding telephone, cable and internet)

    All interior/exterior maintenance

    Assistance with dressing, clothing selection, bathing & medications, as needed

    Assistance with walking, reminders, redirection & daily activities, as needed


    Activities

    Daily therapeutic and multi-sensory activities

    Spiritual activities

    Activities program


    Community Amenities

    All one level; no stairs or elevators

    Beauty/barber salon

    On-site therapy/exercise room

    Beauty & barber shop

    Safe, secure environment


    Room Amenities

    Air conditioning

    Ample closet space

    Full, private bathroom

    Step-in shower with safety bars, seat & shower head extension

    24-hour care


    Dining

    Three home-cooked meals each day

    Accommodations for special dietary needs


    Transportation

    Scheduled transportation in and around the community



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Topeka which is 4.1 miles away and has a population of 127,265 (small city).
    • The average income is $50,952, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 81
      • Low Temperature: 31
      • Average Temperature: 57.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 128 days of rain, 20 days of snow and 216 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.8 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 37.1 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 7.55% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 5.27% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% Asian, 10% Black or African-American, 12% Hispanic or Latino, and 72% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 9.79 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.5 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.73 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.68 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.51 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 138.0, Moderate Days 43.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Cracker Barrel
    0.2 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    0.6 miles away
    Sam's Club
    0.6 miles away
    ALDI
    0.7 miles away
    Natural Grocers
    0.8 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    HUNTOON & ARROWHEAD
    0.3 miles away
    WANAMAKER & I-470
    0.4 miles away
    HUNTOON & WANAMAKER
    0.5 miles away
    17TH & WANAMAKER
    0.5 miles away
    WANAMAKER & 17TH
    0.5 miles away

    Banks

    U.S. Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Fidelity State Bank
    0.8 miles away
    CoreFirst Bank
    1.6 miles away
    Silver Lake Bank
    1.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Colmery-O'Neil VA Medical Center
    1.7 miles away
    Stormont Vail Behavioral Health Center
    1.9 miles away
    Kansas Neurological Institute
    2.0 miles away
    Stormont Vail Health
    3.1 miles away
    St. Francis Health Center
    3.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walmart Pharmacy
    0.6 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.0 miles away

    Dentists

    Aspen Dental
    0.6 miles away
    John J. Stringer, DDS
    1.4 miles away
    Holden L. Correll, DDS
    1.6 miles away
    Orthodontics for Families
    2.5 miles away
    Healing Smiles
    4.0 miles away

    Parks

    Hillsdale Park
    0.4 miles away
    Sims Park
    0.9 miles away
    Ward Parkway Park
    1.1 miles away
    Cedar Crest
    1.2 miles away
    Gage Park
    1.3 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Walnut Grove Methodist Episcopal Church
    3.9 miles away
    First Presbyterian Church of Topeka, Kansas
    4.0 miles away
    First Presbyterian Church
    4.0 miles away
    Saint Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church
    4.8 miles away
    Family of God Church
    4.9 miles away

    Shopping

    West Ridge Mall
    0.7 miles away
    Brookwood Shopping Center
    2.7 miles away

    Culture

    Topeka West Theatre
    0.7 miles away
    Topeka Art Guild Gallery
    1.0 miles away
    Paint Therapy Uncorked
    1.8 miles away
    Collective Art Gallery
    2.0 miles away
    Beauchamp Gallery Frame's Shop
    2.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    Cracker Barrel
    0.2 miles away
    Texas Roadhouse
    0.3 miles away
    Coyote Canyon
    0.4 miles away
    Ling's Bistro
    0.4 miles away
    Denny's
    0.4 miles away

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