Sunrise of Leawood

Sunrise of Leawood sits in Leawood, Kansas, managed by Sunrise Senior Living, and holds a license number N046072, offering assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, independent living, and even short-term stays all in one community, and while you won't find a lot of specific frills or promises, you'll see staff always around to help with bathing, dressing, or whatever daily living tasks someone needs, along with pet-friendly policies, Wi-Fi, and handicap accessible features so most folks can find their way about comfortably. The apartments range from studios to one-bedrooms, come with carpeting, kitchenettes in some, private baths with handlebars and safe step-in tubs, and every place has individually controlled heat and air, and there are both private and shared suites for those who want more room or need to watch costs, all designed for mobility and safety so people can worry less about getting around. There's a restaurant-style dining space where hearty and nutritious meals get served every day, and menus are adjusted for individual needs and diets, which matters when you have folks who can't all eat the same things, plus private dining rooms for special family gatherings. If someone's interested in memory care, there's the Reminiscence program in a supportive, secured environment to help keep people safe and reduce confusion or wandering, while also including the Terrace Club, so those living with Alzheimer's or other dementia have things to do and attention that fits their needs. There are all kinds of scheduled cultural, educational, and fitness programs aimed at keeping people engaged, along with a bistro and jukebox, a library, reflection room, sun porch, and both shaded patio areas and secure gated gardens with walking paths so people can enjoy sunshine without worry. Common areas like lounges and TV rooms give folks a spot to chat or watch a show, and the staff has a reputation for being friendly, helpful, and bringing a sense of joy to the place, which you can see recognized by their Best of Senior Living Award. Apartments and community spaces are decorated to feel homey and easy to navigate, and they've tried to pay attention to details that help with comfort and safety, and the team behind it all works to fulfill the Sunrise Mission, which is about supporting seniors with as much dignity and quality of life as possible. Sunrise of Leawood accepts tours, so families can see first-hand how the daily schedules work, what meals look like, and the activities happening around the community, and with 61 assisted living beds, 44 residential health care beds, and options to move from independent living to higher levels of need as health changes, it means people can usually stay in the same community even if their care requirements go up. For those who need planning help or information about care types, there are glossaries and resources for families to learn what's best, and you'll notice options like Dignity Home Care provided, along with hospice care when it becomes necessary, and you really do see a lot of effort making sure residents can get involved in mental, physical, social, and spiritual activities, whether that's through club participation, outings around Leawood, or just daily routines personalized for each resident. Sunrise of Leawood gets reviewed twice a year to make sure it's meeting its licensing promises, and you can find all types of care, from help with daily living to long-term skilled nursing and memory care, and while there isn't a lot of glitz, it's a steady, service-focused place with options for most senior needs.