Memory Care in Overland Park, KS
When someone you love is living with memory loss, the decision about where they’ll receive care is one of the most important you’ll ever make. You’re not just looking for a facility — you’re looking for a place where they’ll be known, respected, and genuinely cared for by people who understand what memory loss looks like day to day. Maggie’s Place at Colonial Village has been that place for families across Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Olathe, and the greater Kansas City area. Here’s what sets us apart.
A Different Kind of Memory Care Community
Most memory care facilities are wings of larger buildings — long hallways, shared common areas, rotating staff. Maggie’s Place was built from the ground up as something different.
Our community is organized around a village concept: five cottage-style homes, each housing twelve residents, set within beautifully landscaped grounds at 12610 W 137th St in southwest Overland Park. Residents don’t live in a unit on a floor. They live in a home, in a neighborhood, with consistent caregivers who know their name, their history, and what makes them feel like themselves.
That model isn’t just aesthetically different — it’s clinically better. Smaller households mean higher staff-to-resident ratios, more consistent routines, and deeper relationships between caregivers and residents. All of which matter enormously in memory care.
Specialized 24/7 Memory Care Support
Every staff member at Maggie’s Place is specifically trained in dementia and memory care. This isn’t a general senior living community with a memory care wing — it’s what we do exclusively, and that focus shows in how we operate.
Our team is on-site around the clock. Whether it’s assistance with daily activities, medication management, behavioral support, or simply being present when a resident is disoriented at 3 a.m., we’re here. Families in Overland Park and surrounding communities trust us because they know someone who understands their loved one is always on.
Personalized Care for Every Resident
Memory loss affects everyone differently. A care plan that works for one resident may be completely wrong for another — which is why we don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach.
When a new resident joins our community, we take time to learn who they are: their history, their preferences, their routines, what brings them comfort and what causes distress. That information shapes everything — from how caregivers communicate with them to how their daily schedule is structured. Care at Maggie’s Place is built around the person, not the diagnosis.
Life at Maggie’s Place — What a Day Looks Like
Residents at Maggie’s Place live active, purposeful days. Our activities program is designed to engage the mind, support emotional well-being, and maintain a sense of identity — not just fill time.
A typical day might include morning music, a group walk through the village grounds, an arts-and-crafts session, shared meals in the home kitchen, and an evening social activity. Every element is intentional. Research consistently shows that structured engagement, familiar routines, and social connection slow cognitive decline and improve quality of life for people living with dementia.
Our outdoor spaces, walking paths, and common areas are designed to encourage movement and exploration — safely, within a secure environment that gives families peace of mind.
The Story Behind Maggie’s Place
Our community is named after Maggie Edith Pearl Jensen, who dedicated her life to caring for others. After witnessing the inadequate facilities she lived in, Maggie’s family was inspired to build something better — a place where seniors are treated with dignity, warmth, and genuine respect.
That founding story shapes everything about how we operate. It’s why we built a village instead of a facility. It’s why we hire caregivers who stay. And it’s why families who choose Maggie’s Place consistently tell us it feels different from the moment they walk in.
Serving Families Across Southwest Overland Park and Kansas City
Maggie’s Place at Colonial Village is located at 12610 W 137th St, Overland Park, KS 66221 — easily accessible from Leawood, Lenexa, Olathe, Prairie Village, and throughout the Kansas City metro area. Families across Johnson County trust us with the people they love most.
When Is It Time for Memory Care?
This is the question families struggle with most. There’s rarely a single moment that makes the answer obvious — it’s usually a gradual accumulation of challenges that eventually becomes unmanageable at home.
Some signs it may be time to consider memory care:
- Safety concerns at home — wandering, falls, leaving the stove on
- Caregiver exhaustion or burnout
- Increasing agitation, aggression, or sundowning behaviors
- Difficulty managing medications consistently
- Declining personal hygiene or nutrition
- Social isolation and withdrawal
If you’re asking the question, it’s worth having the conversation. Our team is happy to talk through where your family is and what level of support makes sense — with no pressure and no sales pitch.
Frequently Asked Questions About Memory Care
Schedule a Visit.
The best way to understand what Maggie’s Place offers is to come see it. We welcome families at any stage of their search — whether you’re just beginning to explore options or ready to make a decision.
Call us at (913) 318-1880 or schedule online below. We’re here to help.