When the time comes for seniors to downsize, it can feel overwhelming. A lifetime of memories, belongings, and routines often make the transition seem daunting. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, with campuses in Kansas City at Briarcliff and Topeka, we help make downsizing the right size—turning what could feel like a loss into an opportunity… Continue reading Making Downsizing the Right Size for Seniors
When choosing a senior living community, families want the reassurance that their loved ones will receive the very best care for their unique needs. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, with locations in Kansas City at Briarcliff and Topeka, we pride ourselves on offering a full continuum of care—including specialized services designed to support residents through… Continue reading Spotlight On Specialty Care For Seniors: Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, and Memory Care
When the first signs of dementia appear, families across Topeka, Lawrence, Manhattan, and Wichita know they can count on McCrite Plaza. With over 50 years of experience in senior care, McCrite Plaza has become a trusted leader in memory and dementia care, proudly serving both its Topeka and Kansas City at Briarcliff locations. In 2025,… Continue reading McCrite Plaza: Topeka’s Top Voted Memory and Dementia Care for Seniors
At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, our mission is to provide the finest in independent and assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Whether you’re in Kansas City at Briarcliff or Topeka, our residents enjoy more than just exceptional healthcare—they thrive in an environment built around purpose, dignity, and vitality. Delivering an exceptional quality… Continue reading Exercise, Nutrition, and Socialization: The Pillars of Quality Senior Living at McCrite Plaza
Having difficult conversations with aging parents or loved ones is never easy. For many families, two of the toughest discussions are about taking away the car keys and moving out of their long-time home. These decisions signal major life changes and can be emotional for everyone involved. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, we understand the… Continue reading Tough Conversations With Seniors: When It’s Time To Take The Car Keys Away and Move Out Of Their Home
The Science Behind Compassionate Senior Care At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, with locations in Kansas City at Briarcliff and Topeka, our commitment to exceptional senior care is unwavering. The foundation of quality care is built upon compassionate, dedicated individuals who continuously train and adapt to the latest advancements in caregiving techniques. While caregiving has always… Continue reading McCrite Plaza Senior Living: The Ever-Evolving Science of Caring for Seniors
When a loved one is experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other cognitive impairments, choosing a compassionate, understanding, and professional memory care provider becomes essential. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, located conveniently in Kansas City’s Briarcliff neighborhood and Topeka, we specialize in providing personalized dementia and memory care services designed to nurture… Continue reading Dementia and Memory Care: How McCrite Plaza Supports Residents with Cognitive Needs
When people hear the term “nursing home,” many envision a singular focus on clinical care in a limited setting. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, we go far beyond that traditional image, offering a vibrant, comprehensive, and personalized approach to senior living. Located in Kansas City at Briarcliff and in Topeka, McCrite Plaza provides a full… Continue reading If You Think We Are Just A Nursing Home, McCrite Plaza Is Much More Than That!
As we age, our cognitive abilities can sometimes change, making it essential to recognize and address the early signs of dementia and memory loss. For families in Kansas City and Topeka, McCrite Plaza Senior Living offers award-winning care in a nurturing environment, ensuring your loved ones receive the attention they need from a caring, trained,… Continue reading Recognizing and Addressing Early Signs of Dementia and Memory Loss
The concept of “nursing homes” often brings to mind images of sterile, clinical settings filled with hospital-like rooms and uniformed staff—a far cry from today’s vibrant and engaging senior communities. This stereotype has roots in a time when elderly care facilities did look and feel like hospitals. But over the decades, nursing homes have undergone… Continue reading The Evolution of Nursing Homes and Modern Senior Living
