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Assisted Living in Topeka

Oak Creek Senior Living

Assisted Living in Topeka

Oak Creek Senior Living

Overview of Oak Creek Senior Living

Oak Creek Senior Living, located in a peaceful neighborhood in Topeka, KS, provides assisted living services and a comfortable stay for seniors looking for a trusted community. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations tailored to the needs and preferences of its residents are available. With its knowledgeable and compassionate team, this community offers different levels of care and 24/7 assistance to ensure that residents are being taken care of medically, physically, and emotionally. Both medical and physical services are given a premium to assure the highest quality of care and support every resident deserves.

Offering excellent amenities and services, residents can avail of the following: balanced home-cooked meals 3 times a day, podiatry and chaplain services, on-site haircut service, and medication monitoring and management. Participate in diverse social activities and meet new companions within the beautiful spaces of this community. At Oak Creek Senior Living, seniors are guaranteed a classic living experience.

(785) 272-2601

Managed by Winona Kegin

Executive Director

Over 20 years of experience

Winona Kegin is the Executive Director and LPN at Oak Creek Senior Living Center. She manages daily operations and ensures state compliance across all departments including dietary, nursing, maintenance, activities, and housekeeping. Winona is dedicated to creating a homelike, engaging environment while maintaining residents’ well-being. With over 20 years of long-term care experience, she brings deep knowledge and a warm approach to leadership at Oak Creek.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 41

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Kansas average
Occupancy rate 70.7%
Residents per day 29
Occupancy rate
70.7%
Residents per day
29
Bed community size
41-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
12 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 25 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
71%
In line with Kansas average
Occupied beds
29 / 41
Average residents 50 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Health Care Facility
StatusActive
CountySHAWNEE

Additional Licensing Details

License NumberN089002

Ownership & Operating Entity

Oak Creek Senior Living is administrated by Winona K. Kegin.

OwnerOAK CREEK SENIOR LIVING INC

Type Of Units

Residential
41 units
Total beds
41 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactShane Horsch, Owner

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Types of Care at Oak Creek Senior Living

Assisted Living

Inspection History

In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 16 other inspections

Results

1 with issues

0 without issues

Latest inspection

Date November 6, 2024

Inspection history

Deficiency Report State ID
Plan of Correction
oakcreek rs 8-28-24 st2567 N089002
SJU511
oak creek rs 3-21-23 st2567 N089002
4PVD11
10-27-21 oak creek rs cp st2567 N089002
IQZM11
oak creek senior living covid 6.23.2020 N089002
F6W311
oak creek 6-25-19 N089002
FGHW11
oak creek 11 12 2018 N089002
CKMM11
NA N089002
FGHW12
oak creek senior living revisit 4 11 2016 N089002
SG0112
oak creek senior care 1 9 2018 N089002
IF7811
oak creek senior living 3 16 2016 N089002
SG0111
NA N089002
EDSM11
NA N089002
DKJU11
Oak Creek Senior Care 031914 N089002
SDMY11
NA N089002
3O5X11
NA N089002
PBJH11

37 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Kansas average: 100 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Oak Creek Senior Living

The most recent inspection on September 18, 2024, found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previous issues were corrected. Earlier inspections showed recurring deficiencies related primarily to incomplete negotiated service agreements, improper labeling and storage of over-the-counter medications, and lapses in licensed nurse coordination of health care services. Complaint investigations were attached to some inspections, with deficiencies substantiated in areas such as medication management and service agreement compliance; most complaints were addressed through corrective actions. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows improvement over time, with recent follow-up inspections confirming correction of prior deficiencies.

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Address 4.1 miles from city center — 0.75 miles to nearest hospital (Colmery-O'Neil Veterans' Administration Medical Center)

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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+, Kansas resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home- level care need.

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

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

Requires care level assessment.

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+, Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$1,800/month (individual, varies).

$2,000 (individual).

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

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

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

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

Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kansas SCSEP

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

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

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

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

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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