--- title: "Senior Care in Kansas City, MO | Senior Choice Care" description: "Senior care in Kansas City, Missouri. Free help. Call (800) 614-8388." url: https://seniorchoicecare.com/near-you/missouri/kansas-city/ updated: 2026-10-08 site: Senior Choice Care --- Jackson, Clay, Platte, Cass and Ray Counties, Missouri # Senior care in Kansas City, Missouri The Missouri side of Kansas City has a good range of assisted living and home care options, generally more affordable than the national median. Assisted living runs about $4,800 to $6,000 a month. MARC Aging and Adult Services serves the five-county metro area and is a strong first call for families. Call us, free [ (800) 614-8388 ](tel:+1808388) Free · Mon to Sat, 8 to 8 Central In short The Missouri side of Kansas City has a good range of assisted living and home care options, generally more affordable than the national median. Assisted living runs about $4,800 to $6,000 a month. MARC Aging and Adult Services serves the five-county metro area and is a strong first call for families. County**Jackson County, Missouri** Assisted living, typical**$4,800 to $6,000 a month** Public help**Missouri Medicaid HCBS; MARC Aging Services** Good to know**Bi-state metro area with strong aging networkReviewed by a certified senior advisor (CSA)** Last updated October 8, 2026. Costs are typical ranges; every community prices differently. Call to confirm. **On this page** 1. [What’s available in Kansas City](#kansas-city-options) 2. [What it costs here](#kansas-city-cost) 3. [How Missouri helps pay](#kansas-city-pay) 4. [Local resources worth knowing](#kansas-city-local) 5. [Questions from Kansas City families](#kansas-city-faq) ## What’s available in Kansas City Kansas City has a well-organized aging network through MARC, which coordinates services across the five-county metro area. | Type | Who it’s for | What’s included | In Kansas City | |---|---|---|---| | **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 | ### Rather not read forty websites? Tell us what matters most and we’ll tell you which three or four places fit. Then you decide whether to visit. [(800) 614-8388](tel:+1808388) [Have us call you](#kansas-city-form) ## What it costs here Kansas City costs run about $4,800 to $6,000 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** | $4,800 to $6,000 | 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 Missouri helps pay ### Missouri programs that help seniors pay for care Medicaid long-term care Missouri's Medicaid HCBS program covers home and community-based services for seniors who qualify. The income limit is approximately $2,982/month. Apply through the Family Support Division. Where to start MARC Aging and Adult Services, 816-421-4980 (toll-free 800-593-7948); marc.org/Community/Aging 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. **If you live far away, you still have options.** Many families in the KC metro are helping a parent who has been in the same house for decades. A geriatric care manager can help navigate both Missouri and Kansas options. ## Local resources worth knowing - **MARC Aging** Mid-America Regional Council Aging and Adult Services. 816-421-4980. - **KC Shepherd's Center** 816-444-1121. Medical appointment transportation, handyman services, enrichment programs. - **Clay County Senior Services** 816-455-4800. Serves the north metro. - **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. ### Still sorting through it? Ten minutes on the phone is usually enough to make the whole thing feel smaller. [(800) 614-8388](tel:+1808388) [Have us call you](#kansas-city-form) ## Questions from Kansas City families ### Does Missouri have a Medicaid program for assisted living? Yes. Missouri's HCBS (Home and Community Based Services) waiver can help pay for assisted living and home care for seniors who qualify. ### How do I choose between MO and KS sides? Each side has different Medicaid rules, property tax rates, and service networks. Focus on where your parent lives; if they're flexible and need lower-cost care, Missouri side tends to be more affordable. ### What transportation exists for seniors? KCATA's RideKC offers bus service and paratransit. Several senior centers also run volunteer driver programs. Sources: CareScout Cost of Care Survey 2025; Medicare.gov; MARC Aging and Adult Services, 816-421-4980 (toll-free 800-593-7948); marc.org/Community/Aging; state agency websites. Retrieved October 8, 2026. ## Nearby - [Overland Park, KS](https://seniorchoicecare.com/near-you/kansas/overland-park/) - [All Missouri cities](https://seniorchoicecare.com/near-you/missouri/) --- Canonical page: https://seniorchoicecare.com/near-you/missouri/kansas-city/