McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff Skilled Facility is a distinguished, family-owned and operated senior living community that sets the standard for comfort, support, and comprehensive care in Kansas City. This welcoming facility is known for its elegant apartments, top-notch amenities, and robust continuum of care. Residents can enjoy the safety and ease of a well-designed environment tailored to their evolving needs, with access to Independent Living, Assisted Living, Assisted Living Plus, Rehabilitation Services, Memory Care, and Long-Term Skilled Care. Every detail at McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is carefully curated to foster a supportive, engaging, and homelike atmosphere for all its residents.
Dining at McCrite Plaza is a true highlight, with meals crafted from fresh, high-quality ingredients and menus designed to accommodate a wide spectrum of dietary requirements, including low sodium, heart healthy, or sugar free options. Residents look forward to restaurant-style experiences, from complimentary continental breakfasts to upscale lunch and dinner selections, all tailored to provide both nutrition and enjoyment. The culinary team takes great pride in making each meal an anticipated part of the day.
The sense of community extends into every aspect of life at McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff. Residents can partake in lifelong learning classes, entertainment and leisure activities, and engaging social programs within shared community spaces such as the City Lights Club, which offers a stunning view of the Kansas City skyline. For relaxation and recreation, amenities like the in-house movie theater, bistro, salon, chapel, and outdoor patio promise a vibrant lifestyle. Residents benefit from weekly housekeeping, laundry services, assigned parking, scheduled transportation, and concierge services, all included in a single monthly, all-inclusive rate.
McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff’s care philosophy centers on personalized attention, evident in its specialized Memory Care Neighborhood. Here, residents are supported by a staff extensively trained in memory support, ensuring a secure and comfortable environment that emphasizes individual dignity and independence. The Memory Care Neighborhood is thoughtfully designed, featuring an expansive outdoor garden, a four-seasons sunroom, quiet spaces, a sensory area, and an open air kitchen offering anytime dining. Residents undergo regular assessments to create and adapt individualized care plans, promoting self-esteem and confidence by highlighting each person’s retained abilities alongside necessary supports.
For those recovering after a hospital stay, the rehabilitation services at McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff are structured to provide superior clinical care and holistic healing, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health. Guests benefit from pre-admission planning and comprehensive therapy programs in orthopedic, cardiovascular, stroke, and injury recovery, as well as wound care, medication management, and advanced programs like the Synchrony Dysphagia Solution for swallowing disorders. Recovery stays include private rooms with HD televisions, round-the-clock access to nutrition and beverage bars, and restaurant-style dining, all coordinated to ensure a smooth transition home.
Long-Term Skilled Care at McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff is designed to meet the ongoing needs of residents facing chronic conditions, advanced age, or prolonged illness. Residents enjoy the warmth and comfort of fully furnished private rooms, three nutritious and well-balanced meals each day, and access to restorative and clinical therapies. A wide range of supplemental on-site services—including physician visits, podiatry, lab, x-ray, physical, occupational, and speech therapies—support individual health and wellness goals. Personalized hygiene, medication administration, and social services are thoughtfully provided in an environment that truly feels like home, ensuring that every resident receives compassionate, attentive care as if they were family. With unlimited visiting hours and a full calendar of engaging activities, McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff stands out as a premier destination for seniors seeking skilled, supportive, and dignified long-term or transitional care.