Karaway is an assisted living community in Topeka, KS.
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1815 South West Westwood Circle, Topeka, KS 66604
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents consistently describe strong PT and OT support during rehab.
Many reviewers talk about being admitted for rehabilitation and then gaining strength or mobility with PT and OT. Several also mention therapy staff making exercises feel purposeful and describing progress toward going home. A common thread is that residents felt supported by both nurses and the rehab team during their stay.
Residents frequently praise staff for respect, attentiveness, and quick help.
Across many reviews, residents and families describe staff who treat people with dignity and respond to needs promptly. Multiple mentions cover call-light or anxiety support, respectful handling when help is needed with daily tasks, and nurses being easy to work with. Even in reviews that raise problems, at least some staff are singled out for being compassionate.
Residents describe a steady calendar of activities and outings.
Reviewers often mention community-sponsored events and scheduled daily activities, including themed holidays and group outings. Families describe enjoying seeing residents participate, with mentions of pictures and events such as bike night, shopping trips, and seasonal celebrations. Some reviewers tie the activity program to making the stay more enjoyable overall.
Dining reviews are mixed, with both praise and serious complaints.
Several residents describe meals as good, tasty, or even better than expected, and some reference favorites in the dining room. Others complain about issues like food not being fit for consumption, problems with meal schedules, or dissatisfaction with dietary practices. A few reviews also ask for menu updates toward healthier options, suggesting the experience isn’t consistent for everyone.
Some residents and families report serious cleanliness and neglect concerns.
A smaller set of reviews raise alarms about the condition of the facility and resident care, including mentions of bed bugs, dirty hallways, and inadequate bathing. Other complaints describe residents left unassisted or unresponsive during visits, with families saying they had to advocate for urgent needs. These reports stand in sharp contrast to the many reviews praising cleanliness and call-light responsiveness.
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7 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Forbes (6 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities Scheduled daily activitiesKaraway is located at 1815 South West Westwood Circle, Topeka, KS 66604 in Shawnee County, Kansas
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