The Prairie Elder Homes in Overland Park, Kansas, is a small community with eight assisted living units, meant for seniors who want more personal care without the crowd, where staff give close attention and help around the clock. Residents get support with daily living, like bathing, dressing, and taking medicine, and there's always someone nearby for safety and medical needs, even with special care for conditions like Parkinson's or memory loss. People can choose studio apartments, one-bedroom units, or shared apartments, and all rooms are furnished and have emergency alert systems and safety features.
The place feels home-like, focusing on building good relationships, making sure everybody feels comfortable and respected, and offering many group activities to keep minds and spirits active. Meals are served both on schedule and all day in a big community dining room, with special diets for diabetes and allergies, and there's help for those who struggle to eat alone. There are porches, gardens, walking paths, and even a big fireplace and comfy recliners for relaxing, plus movie nights, fitness classes, arts and crafts, and outings or picnics planned by staff.
Prairie Elder Homes provides services like laundry, housekeeping, full home maintenance, and all basic utilities except phone service. Transportation is available for doctor appointments and errands, and parking's on-site. Caregivers help with moving into the place, getting in and out of bed, continence needs, and give extra assistance when someone can't walk on their own. The community works closely with healthcare providers, has nurses who visit each month, and offers psychiatric or dentist care if needed.
For those needing memory care or non-ambulatory support, there are programs in place, such as the Prairie Elder Day Program, designed specifically for adult day care, so families can get relief during the day, and seniors get safe, social care when regular caregivers are away. Health checks happen regularly, there's a secure system on-site, and fall prevention classes help seniors stay safe. A library, chapel, salon, reading room, and shared kitchen are part of the daily routine, and concierge services along with 24-hour staff support means someone's always there to help.
The staff can help with medication, getting dressed, physical therapy, and personal needs, and seniors can join in spiritual or educational activities, guest gatherings, family support meetings, or simply use the scenic patio for fresh air. The Prairie Elder Homes has a license (B046056) and aims to support independent seniors as well as those needing nursing care, giving a lower-cost choice compared to traditional nursing homes. There are job opportunities for CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and Prairie Elder Homes supports families throughout the process, focusing on safety, dignity, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
