Lakeview Village

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs or “Life Plan Communities) can be a wonderful solution for older adults who are independent and active today, but who seek the peace of mind that comes with living in a community that can provide assisted living or health care services if and when needed. But, how do you know…

State Representative Brandon Woodard for Kansas, District 30 recognized the team of Lakeview Village on the floor of the House of Representatives today for receiving the U.S. News “Best of Nursing Homes” and “Best of Short-Stay Rehabilitation” awards. Congratulations!! March 12, 2019. Pictured are Mary Schworer (COO), Pam Hermon (Administrator, Dir. of Healthcare, Rep. Woodward,…

Lakeview Village is redeveloping near the community’s signature, three-acre lake. The site will include the addition of eight 1,600 square foot villas from Don Julian Builders. Five of these homes have already been reserved. They include custom finishes inside and out, such as 10-foot ceilings, walk-in showers, fireplace, eat-in kitchen with island and walk-in pantry,…

By Brad Breeding| February 18th, 2019 There are a number of so-called “brain game” products on the market these days. These typically are computer or smartphone/tablet-based games that claim they can help improve seniors’ cognitive function and memory. But do they really work? Could playing video games be the secret to decreasing the prevalence of neuro-degenerative conditions…

By Brad Breeding| January 21st, 2019 Financially, emotionally, and from a practical perspective, choosing a continuing care retirement community (CCRC or “life plan” community) is a big decision. Here at myLifeSite, we strive to provide information and create resources that can help seniors make a more informed decision about whether this particular senior living option is right for…

Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging is partnering with Northwestern University in conducting the Age Well Study, a five-year analysis of the impact of living in a Life Plan Community. The Age Well Study is the only national longitudinal study evaluating the impact of living in a Life Plan Community on residents’ cognitive, physical, and psychosocial…

Superior service and care by U.S. News and World Report named Lakeview Village as Best Nursing Home and Best Overall & Short-Stay Rehabilitation on a national evaluation. U.S. News evaluated more than 15,000 facilities throughout the country and rated most of them in two different areas: overall care and short-stay rehabilitation. Facilities were considered Best…

After Touring Retirement Communities, They Changed Their Minds Jim and Mary Birkhead called Overland Park home for 50 years. Expecting to stay in their house for the duration of their retirement, the Birkheads purchased a home with a master bedroom on the first floor, so, if needed, they could live on one level of their…