Cedarhurst Opened Senior Living Facility in Shawnee
New assisted living and memory care units on Lackman Road offer 24/7 staffing for local families.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Eldercare
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Cedarhurst Senior Living has opened a new 89-unit facility on Lackman Road in Shawnee to address growing needs for senior care. The community features 63 assisted living apartments and 26 memory care suites for local residents.
Why it matters
The opening aims to address a documented gap in available senior care capacity within Johnson County. This expansion arrives as regional demographic data suggests the local population of people age 65 and older will significantly increase in the coming decades.
The new facility provides 89 total units, with assisted living rents ranging from $5,950 to $7,500 and memory care suites at $8,500 monthly. The site does not accept Medicaid for residency.
The players
Cedarhurst Senior Living
A provider of residential senior care services that operates this new location in Shawnee.
Shawnee City Council
The local governing body that held authority over the zoning and approval process for the development.
The details
Staff on-site provide 24/7 support to residents within the facility. Upon move-in, staff conduct individual assessments to develop personalized service and care plans for each resident. This model was reviewed and approved by the Shawnee City Council in July 2024 to serve the area.
Timeline
2020: Johnson County 65+ population was approximately 95,000.
July 2024: Shawnee City Council approved the facility.
Sept. 28, 2026: The facility opened to residents.
2029: Projected 65+ population to exceed 148,000.
2049: Projected 65+ population to exceed 230,000.
The Home Front
This development follows regional projections for a rapidly aging population in Johnson County. It marks a shift in local capacity as the county prepares for a 65-plus demographic expected to exceed 230,000 by 2049.
If you are evaluating care options for a relative, schedule a tour at the Lackman Road facility to review their specific service assessment process. Remember that this location does not accept Medicaid, so verify your financial planning and long-term care insurance coverage before committing.
The takeaway
As the Johnson County senior population climbs toward a projected 148,000 by 2029, securing care options early is becoming increasingly important for local families. Consider requesting a copy of the facility's service assessment criteria to see if their specific care plans match your family needs.
Further reading
Learn more about local aging resources in our Eldercare section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Johnson County Post.
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