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Chaucer Estates

10550 East 21St St., Wichita, KS 67206

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,721
One Bedroom
Estimated $4,686

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,601
  • Average State Price: $4,782
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Chaucer Estates Description

    Homestead Estates of Wichita is a family owned and operated retirement community in Wichita, Kansas. Homestead Estates of Wichita provides seniors and their families with the very best care available. Our community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care services all on one campus, so seniors and their families can rest assured that the right level of care will always be available for themselves or their loved one.

    Homestead Estates of Wichita offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Wichita, Kansas. You or your loved one can remain as independent as possible while getting the care needed by skilled, licensed professionals. Join us for a tour of Homestead Estates of Wichita.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.0
    Chaucer Estates
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 69 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 33 out of 56 communities in Wichita
  • Ranking in State: 269 out of 464 communities in KS
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Significant decline in care quality and staff availability since Midwest Health takeover, with complaints about access difficulties during nights and weekends.
    • Reports of 30-day eviction notices, including a case where a resident on hospice care was asked to leave, causing distress and separation from family.
    • Consistent issues with understaffing, long wait times for assistance, repetitive and low-quality food, billing errors, and overall dissatisfaction leading to families moving their loved ones elsewhere.
    • Concerns about facility maintenance, with reports of trash pipe issues leading to unpleasant conditions, alongside complaints about management, staff turnover, and security of residents' belongings.
    • Allegations of poor nursing care quality, illegal practices, bullying, and misinformation.

    Positive Reviews:

    • High praise for the community, with residents treated exceptionally well, leading to peace of mind for family members.
    • Excellent facility with a great nursing-to-resident ratio, quick response times, and a calm environment praised as the best in town.
    • Chaucer Estates and Homestead Estates receive commendations for their beautiful, clean facilities, responsive staff, and the high level of care provided.
    • Positive experiences highlighted by spacious apartments, delicious food, and a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged.
    • Memory Care wing at Chaucer Estates specifically praised for its kind and helpful staff, good food, and the overall happiness and well-being of residents.
    • Homestead Estates recognized for its impeccable cleanliness, thorough nursing care, professional and kind staff, and a wide variety of activities led by a dedicated director.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • Some residents and their families report satisfactory experiences and fine living conditions, while others highlight significant areas of concern, indicating a varied experience across different individuals and facilities.


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    Health

    Bathing assistance

    Wellness

    Memory care programs and activities

    Personalized care plans

    Skilled nursing

    Caregiver


    Services

    Weekly housekeeping services

    24-hour professional staff available

    Laundry services

    Personal laundry


    Activities

    Games

    Music

    Walking paths

    Theater

    Exercise classes

    Water aerobics


    Community Amenities

    On-site maintenance personnel

    Community pool

    Well-stocked library

    Courtyard

    Gardens

    Indoor swimming pool


    Room Amenities

    In-unit washer and dryer


    Dining

    Elegant dining room


    Transportation

    Transportation to shopping


    Pet

    Pets welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Andover which is 4.4 miles away and has a population of 12,745 (small town).
    • The average income is $193,767, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 36
      • Average Temperature: 60.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 119 days of rain, 16 days of snow and 229 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.6 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 34.6 years old, average compared to other cities.
    • 6.15% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 10.33% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 5% Asian, 11% Black or African-American, 14% Hispanic or Latino, and 66% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 10.52 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.86 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.27 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.01 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.98 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 124.0, Moderate Days 55.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 2.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Dillons
    1.4 miles away
    The Fresh Market
    1.6 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.7 miles away
    Natural Grocers
    1.8 miles away
    Sam's Club
    2.3 miles away

    Transportation

    Newton
    23.4 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Schools Bus Stop
    5.7 miles away
    School Bus Stop
    5.8 miles away
    Broadway at 11th Street North
    6.7 miles away
    Greyhound Bus Stop
    22.9 miles away

    Banks

    Kanza Bank
    0.4 miles away
    Sunflower Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Meritrust
    0.8 miles away
    Capitol Federal Savings
    1.4 miles away
    Intrust Bank
    1.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Kansas Surgery and Recovery Center
    0.7 miles away
    Cypress Surgery Center
    1.3 miles away
    Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital
    1.5 miles away
    Kansas Heart Hospital
    1.9 miles away
    Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital
    2.0 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.6 miles away
    CVS
    4.0 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    8.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Delta Dental of Kansas - Main Office
    0.9 miles away
    Thomas F Lahey Dentistry
    4.3 miles away
    Dr. Kimberly Nguyen
    4.4 miles away
    Childrens Dental Professionals
    11.5 miles away
    Tippin Dental Group
    21.2 miles away

    Parks

    Clubhouse Park
    0.4 miles away
    Beech Park
    1.0 miles away
    Balthrop
    1.8 miles away
    District II Land
    1.9 miles away
    East View Park
    2.0 miles away

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    Shopping

    Shops at Comotara
    1.5 miles away
    FedEx Office Print & Ship Center
    2.4 miles away
    Towne East Mall
    3.1 miles away
    Lincoln Heights Village
    4.4 miles away
    Parklane Shopping Center
    5.1 miles away

    Culture

    Mark Arts
    2.0 miles away
    Wichita Center for the Arts
    2.1 miles away
    Durkeson Fine Arts Center
    4.4 miles away
    Uptown Crown
    5.2 miles away
    Capitol Federal Amphitheater
    5.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Chili's
    0.4 miles away
    Oak & Pie
    0.5 miles away
    Blaze Pizza
    0.8 miles away
    Bonefish Grill
    1.0 miles away
    The Old Spaghetti Factory
    1.0 miles away

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