Tallgrass Creek is an independent living community in Overland Park, KS.
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13800 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66223
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents and families frequently describe staff as friendly and responsive.
Many reviews highlight staff who are welcoming, pleasant, and attentive to questions and needs. Several residents mention that maintenance requests are handled quickly and that support is there when help is needed. A smaller number of reviews report serious problems with care follow-through or professionalism, including concerns about nursing staffing.
Residents describe a packed schedule of activities and clubs.
Across reviews, residents say there are frequent scheduled activities, clubs, and group options to choose from. Some also describe resident-driven activity creation and opportunities for social connection. A few reviews criticize limited therapeutic activity or unmet expectations for engagement, especially for residents who need more support.
Dining is a recurring positive, with multiple reviews calling the food excellent.
Many residents and families describe meals as tasty and enjoyable, sometimes pointing to variety and multiple places to eat. Several reviews also mention that dining experiences meet expectations. At the same time, a handful of reviews raise concerns about service delays, food quality, and broken promises around special meals.
Residents point to on-site medical and therapy support as a major benefit.
Reviews frequently mention having a medical center on campus and access to care supports for changing health needs. Several people describe positive experiences with therapists and help coordinating care when recovery is needed. Other reviews report gaps or frustrations with care capacity, follow-through, or staffing levels, including accounts of inadequate attention.
Multiple reviews describe the community as expensive and not always flexible with payments.
Some reviews call out high pricing and say monthly fees can rise over time. There are also negative accounts about refunds or money not being returned within expected timelines after moving out. A separate set of comments suggests service limitations or unmet expectations that make the cost feel harder to justify.
Reviews frequently mention security and a calm, gated environment.
Several reviews describe the community as secure, including mention of controlled access at gates and a quieter feel. Others describe being able to stay active on campus with amenities like walking paths and outdoor spaces. Nearby conveniences show up in residents’ day-to-day context, with options like area restaurants and pharmacies relatively close by.
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44 resident community capacity
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Independent Living
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
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Fully furnished
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Swimming pool
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Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
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Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
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Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesTallgrass Creek is located at 13800 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66223 in Johnson County, Kansas
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