The Piper Assisted Living and Memory Care sits in Kansas City, KS, near The Legends, as a newer community for seniors who need different levels of support. The community provides both assisted living and dedicated memory care, with neighborhoods set up for people living with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia. The focus is on making things feel like home, using the Household Model and a Home within a Home setup, so residents have privacy but can enjoy shared spaces and still feel secure.
Staff here look after medical needs, with physician-directed nursing, a part-time nurse, and specialized caregivers who get to know residents personally, including their preferences and health issues. Services include help with daily tasks, medication reminders, dietary monitoring, and specialized care like ostomy care, catheter care, insulin administration, oxygen therapy, and hospice care. Home health services cover companion care, psychiatric care, and rehabilitation therapies, and there's support for special diets.
Rooms come as studios or one-bedrooms, with kitchenettes, kitchen appliances, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. The community also provides housekeeping, laundry, room service, and pet-friendly options with a pet deposit. Safety is emphasized, with a secure environment and staff who take pride in providing courteous and respectful care. Community spaces include dining areas, gardens, entertainment venues, and a coffee shop. There are fitness and wellness programs, a hot tub spa, a salon, yoga and stretching sessions, religious services, and organized activities like crafts, games, music, outings, and educational programs. Residents often take part in daily activities and have chances to continue learning and building relationships.
Extra features include guest parking, overnight guest stays, transportation and shopping services, and veterans aid assistance. Payment is by check with both rent and care fees, and there's an entry fee of $1500. The Piper holds a city rating of 8.1 out of 10, placing it third highest in the area, and many people say it's kept clean and that staff are friendly and seem to enjoy their jobs. The facility is state licensed (N105018) and welcomes tours for those interested in seeing the community firsthand.
