Brewster Village

Nursing Home
Overview of Brewster Village
Brewster Village is a short-term rehabilitation and long-term care community located in Appleton, Wisconsin. It provides exceptional care based on person-directed values and practices, ensuring that the voices of residents are encouraged and respected. The facility offers a variety of life enrichment opportunities and programs to meet the social and medical needs of its residents.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Wisconsin average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Wisconsin average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Wisconsin average: 3.6/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
Wisconsin average: 3.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 28m per day

This home provides 4% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

Wisconsin average: 4h 17m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 204

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Wisconsin average
Occupancy rate 58.1%
Residents per day (avg) 116
Occupancy rate
58.1%
Residents per day (avg)
116

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

Might be optimal for
Long-term residence Daily assistance Occasional rehab needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

12% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

67% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Governmental home
County
Home revenue
$27.3M
Surplus of revenue
$10.3M
Governmental home County
Home revenue
$27,258,066.00
Surplus of revenue
$10,278,120.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$9.1M
33.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.9M
Total costs $17.0M
Bed community size
204-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Facility Type
Skilled Care

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 525574
Certification type: Title 18 SNF Title 19 NF
County: OUTAGAMIE
Awards: 5 star facility in overall quality measures as rated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; named one of the Best Nursing Homes for 2020-21.

Ownership & operating entity

Brewster Village is administrated by TAYA WALK.

Owner name: BOARD OF TRUSTEES-OUTAGAMIE COUNTY BOARD
Profit status: GOVERNMENT COUNTY

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing

Contact Information

Fax: (920) 832-4922

Amenities & Lifestyle

Chapel
Salon
Life enrichment activities
community outreach activities
entertainment groups
exercise/strength building
excursions.

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Short-term rehabilitation, long-term nursing services, active social engagement programs, private rooms and bathrooms, Cycling Without Age program, Music and Memory program.
Volunteer Programs
Yes

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

Compare Nursing Homes around Wisconsin

The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
Brewster Village
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

WI 54914
204
No
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58.1%
$16,782,457.00
$9,092,772.00
54.2%
116.30
5/5
4.4658
4/5
5/5
4/5
-
13
-
+24%
+4%
-17%
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SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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No
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46.3%
19.40
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4.2152
4/5
5/5
4/5
1
6
-
-24%
-1%
-24%
Alden Meadow Park Health Care Center, Inc
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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94
No
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69.0%
$7,956,437.00
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42.2%
62.50
2/5
3.0135
3/5
1/5
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-
16
-
+11%
-30%
-1%
Alden Estates of Jefferson
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

WI 53549
120
No
BODALSKI, GERARD
96.5%
$15,621,800.00
$6,311,949.00
40.4%
108.40
1/5
3.0768
1/5
1/5
3/5
3
53
9
+81%
-28%
+38%
Allis Care Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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152
No
LEXINGTON HEALTHCARE LLC
64.5%
$11,839,719.00
$6,679,960.00
56.4%
82.50
1/5
2.7526
1/5
1/5
3/5
4
66
9
-70%
-36%
-8%

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Address 1.2 miles from city center

Address APPLETON, WI 54914

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

264
Total Staff
251
Employees
13
Contractors
68,976
Total Hours (Quarter)
102
Avg Staff/Day
7.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse438 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse58.2 No
Certified Nursing Assistant1387.3 No
Staff by Category
Administration
4 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
189 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services
6 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
4 staff
2.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
51 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services
5 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3.4%
of total hours from contractors
2,378 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 4 Medical Director: 2
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant138013830,91491100%7.3
Other Dietary Services Staff5005014,32691100%7.4
Registered Nurse4214313,22091100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse5052,24491100%8.2
Mental Health Service Worker5052,0236369%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist3141,4506369%7.6
Administrator2028486369%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0228278088%6.4
Physical Therapy Aide0228216571%6.8
Physical Therapy Assistant0114526369%7.2
Nurse Practitioner1014315560%7.8
Occupational Therapy Aide1014105257%7.9
Dietitian1013754853%7.8
Medication Aide/Technician1013324145%8.1
Nurse Aide in Training2021681618%8
Qualified Social Worker0441364651%2.7
Medical Director022122%0.7

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Wisconsin average 6


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 13
Citations per inspection
3.25

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

12 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.9


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2

0 critical citations More info Wisconsin average: 0.9

0 serious citations More info Wisconsin average: 1.2

13 moderate citations More info Wisconsin average: 24.7

0 minor citations More info Wisconsin average: 0.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation Aug 15, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: County Government
Resident Census by Payment Source
115 Total Residents
Medicare 9 (7.8%)
Medicaid 75 (65.2%)
Private Pay/Other 31 (27%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.8
16% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.8
6% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 14.4%
18% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 17.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 19.5%
14% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 28.6%
10% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 26.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.8%
13% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.5%
18% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.5%
10% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.0%
39% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 4.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.6%
48% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 25.6%
59% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 16.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.0%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.6%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.0%
11% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 87.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 88.5%
8% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 82.2%

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Family Care Program

WI Medicaid Family Care

Age 65+ or disabled, Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Managed care model; rural/urban balance.

Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program

WI NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Wisconsin resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

High rural demand; ADRC coordination.

IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)

Wisconsin IRIS

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

~$2,829/month; QIT optional.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.

SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance

Wisconsin SeniorCare

Age 65+, WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.

~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.

None.

Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, WI resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Wisconsin WHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, WI resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Wisconsin SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WI resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WI resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth).

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Property Tax Deferral Loan Program

Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan

Age 65+, WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.

~$24,980/year (household).

Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wisconsin SFMNP

Age 60+, WI resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.

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