Paramount Community Living and Rehab sits at 200 SW 14th St in Newton, Kansas, surrounded by 34 acres of green spaces, and it serves as a not-for-profit retirement community since 2021, though the place has over 55 years of caring service behind it. The staff includes Cambri Koehn, Insurance Billing Clerk Megan Naylor, CMA Heather Schiefelbein, and Director of Nursing Krystle Lara, all of whom help run a wide range of care and support for adults of all ages. The community provides several types of care, such as independent living with rental cottages and patio homes, assisted living, memory support, rapid recovery for those needing to regain strength, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. Paramount has both Green House Homes and traditional nursing care rooms in Nelson Hall, and most rooms are private, which many folks find important for comfort. Residents can enjoy walkable paths, outdoor patios, gathering and activity spaces, a fitness center, a theater room, and even a pet-friendly environment with access to salon and barber services. Meals come from a professional chef, with options for dietary needs, dining rooms, and room service, plus there's always someone to help manage medication.
The facility welcomes everyone with activities suited to different interests, from gardening club and arts and crafts to live performances, birthday parties, day trips, grocery shopping outings, chapel services, devotional gatherings, and intergenerational programs with local kids, which many folks say brings a special energy to the place. They offer both long-term and short-term (respite) care, which can be arranged for a day or a month, so family caregivers can take a break while their loved one recovers or just rests. Services cover everything from laundry and housekeeping to onsite and offsite religious services, with bus lines nearby and transportation options for errands or doctor visits.
Safety is always a focus, with accessible showers, high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, washers and dryers in most homes, and security features. There's a structured program for social, educational, and fitness activities every week, and staff remain available day and night. The community supports wellness on all levels-physical, social, emotional, and spiritual-which is clear in their programming and thoughtful, personalized care. Independence is encouraged, but assistance for daily living is there if needed, so people can enjoy life at their own pace, plus the location puts residents close to restaurants, shopping, churches, and Newton Medical Center if anything comes up. The place provides nursing, rehabilitation, and healthcare services tailored for changing needs, with a commitment to kind and respectful support. Paramount is well regarded locally for its gentle approach and sense of belonging, and they make a point to help everyone feel at home during each stage of aging.
