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The Barrymore

8400 N Marston Ave, Kansas City, MO

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

3.87 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About The Barrymore

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Family and resident feedback

3.8 out of 5 from 7 reviews

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★★★★★

Critical

Our experience

Director of nursing and rehab was wonderful through orientation process with AL move. The management/IT/maintenance staff leave a lot to be desired. Dinning room is a hit or miss. Sometimes it's great and then next time you're waiting an hour for cold food. The staff they have for therapy is also wonderful. Nurses aides very helpful whenever MIL presses button for assistance.

Response from the community

We are so, so sorry to hear about the issues your mother-in-law has been experiencing. We never want our residents to wait for food, or to have cold food, and we would also like to learn more about management/IT/maintenance issues that you're experiencing. If you are open to speaking more with us, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at the community, through the app, email, or phone - whichever is easiest. We're happy to hear that therapy staff has been wonderful as well as our nurse aids! As we really want your mother-in-law's experience to be a good one in all aspects, feedback like yours truly helps us to improve. Thank you for taking the time to let us know of your experiences!

July 10, 2026
AnonymousJune 15, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Very clean very friendly would recommend Rooms are nice liked layout good value modern close to stores and restaurants

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Linda! We’re so glad to hear you found the community clean, friendly, and welcoming. We also love how close we are to stores, restaurants, and all the great things the area has to offer! We truly appreciate your recommendation and taking the time to share your kind feedback.

April 23, 2026
Linda BApril 23, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Review for The Barrymore

Everyone made you feel very comfortable in this transition of living. The staff are very helpful, caring and understanding people who cannot accept the assistant living part

Response from the community

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We understand that transitions like this can be challenging, and we’re so glad to hear that our team helped make the process feel more comfortable. Our staff is dedicated to being caring and understanding, and it means a great deal to know that support was felt during such a meaningful change. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share such kind words.

April 14, 2026
AnonymousApril 7, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Highly recommended

We initially had my loved one moving into The Barrymore. We were so impressed with them. So disappointed he was unable to move in. Great communication and I would definitely recommend them also. Beautiful new place.

Response from the community

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re truly grateful to hear how impressed you were with The Barrymore and that our communication and team made such a positive impact throughout the process. While we’re disappointed your loved one wasn’t ultimately able to move in, we sincerely appreciate your kind words and your recommendation. It means a great deal to know the community left such a strong impression. Thank you again for your trust and for considering us during your search.

March 11, 2026
AnonymousMarch 4, 2026

★★★★

Positive

[name removed] was very polite and answer all are question. Made us feel at ease and friendly. Very please with everything

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Cleanliness
4.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re so glad to hear that our team was polite, welcoming, and able to answer all of your questions. Knowing you felt at ease during your visit truly means a great deal to us. We’re very pleased that everything went well, and we appreciate you taking the time to leave such kind feedback.

February 14, 2026
Laura GrayFebruary 9, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

Beautiful work in progress!

Beautiful facility that is getting its tweaks out due to being brand new/ just opened. I would wait until all its services are up and running. My MIL moved into a 1 bedroom. It's perfect size! They need to (and are) making adjustments to bathroom shower. Cupboards in kitchen are way too tall for elderly person. A/c didn't work/still doesn't work but they say part is " ordered. "

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate your understanding as the community continues to fine-tune systems and services during its early days. It is great to hear the one-bedroom apartment feels like a perfect fit for your mother-in-law, and your specific feedback regarding the shower, cabinetry, and air conditioning is important. We appreciate your patience and your willingness to share thoughtful input as the community continues to grow and evolve.

January 20, 2026
AnonymousJanuary 7, 2026

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 2, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Room Service
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • No Sugar
  • Meals Provided
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • Pureed Meals
  • Kosher
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Vegetarian
  • International Cuisine
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Anytime Dining
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • High Acuity Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care
  • Memory Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Beautician
  • English
  • Housekeeping

Activities & engagement

  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Wine Tasting
  • Catholic Services
  • Christian Services
  • Activities On-site
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Cooking Classes
  • Wii Bowling
  • Bible Study Group
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Tai Chi
  • Water Aerobics
  • Protestant Services
  • Gardening Club
  • Community Service Programs
  • Forever Fit
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Holiday Parties
  • Other Religious Services
  • Bridge Club
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Walking Club
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Art Classes
  • Current Events Club
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Adventist Services
  • Montessori Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Karaoke
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Cooking Club
  • Men's Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Stretching Classes
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties

Outdoor spaces

  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Main Street Shops
  • Beauty Salon
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Outside Patio
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Ballroom
  • Game Room
  • Swimming Pool
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Woodworking Shop

Apartment & room features

  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Air Conditioned
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Kitchenette
  • Full kitchen
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Garden View
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Fireplaces
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Published by A Place for Mom. Features can change; confirm those that matter before touring.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
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Published floor plans

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