Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Topeka, KS

Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Topeka, KS

Overview of Wg Hearthstone West Sh

Wg Hearthstone West offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Topeka, Kansas. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care provides short term stays for a family caregiver who needs temporary coverage during travel or recovery.

The community has 60 beds and may suit someone who wants care options that can change as needs develop without moving to another community. Residents can spend time in the courtyards, scenic gardens, and walking trails, with scheduled outings to local restaurants, shopping trips, and outdoor activities. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet.

A Walk Score of 78 places the area in the very walkable category. Most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops and services independently. Hospice coordination is available for residents who need help arranging hospice related care; Renee M Elwood serves as the administrator, and Vtr Hearthstone West operates the community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 60 Rank #59 / 140Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 59th out of 140 assisted living communities we track in Kansas for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kansas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #18 / 206Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 18th out of 206 assisted living communities we track in Kansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
78 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #109 / 126Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 109th out of 126 assisted living communities we track in Kansas for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 126. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
56.7% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Kansas average: 73.6%
Occupied beds
34 / 60

About this community

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License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyShawnee

Ownership & Operating Entity

Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC is administered by Renee M Elwood.

Owner NameVtr Hearthstone West LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Garden
Walking Paths
Dining
Wellness Center
Activitiesoutings to local restaurants, shopping trips, outdoor activities
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Respite Stay, Hospice Coordination, Life Enrichment Programming
Touring HoursMon–Fri, 9AM–5PM EST; Sat–Sun, 10AM–2PM EST

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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.

Since 2014 · 12 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
48 deficiencies 20 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Kansas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2014 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (55% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 48107.0 This facility has 55% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (48 vs. KS avg 107).↓ 55% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.44.2 This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (2.4 vs. KS avg 4.2).↓ 43% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2024.0 This facility has had 17% fewer total inspections than the Kansas average (20 vs. KS avg 24). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 17% fewer

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Info below is compiled from the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Cedarhurst of Topeka
AL
IL
MC
Topeka
111
Facility 111
KS AVG 69
Rank #16 / 140
Yes
20
Facility 20
KS AVG 47
Rank #182 / 206
Assisted Living (81), Residential (30)
72.1%
Facility 72.1%
KS AVG 73.6%
Rank #79 / 126
Jessie BirdCedarhurst Of Topeka Real Estate, LLC8
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 100
Rank #33 / 116
3.1
Facility 3.1
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #53 / 116
Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC
AL
IL
RC
Topeka
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 69
Rank #59 / 140
Yes
78
Facility 78
KS AVG 47
Rank #18 / 206
-
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
KS AVG 73.6%
Rank #109 / 126
Renee M ElwoodVtr Hearthstone West LLC20
48
Facility 48
KS AVG 100
Rank #56 / 116
2.4
Facility 2.4
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #40 / 116
Lexington Park Independent Living
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Topeka
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 69
Rank #59 / 140
No
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 47
Rank #57 / 206
Assisted Living (60)
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
KS AVG 73.6%
Rank #13 / 126
Ben RigdonLexington Park LLC21
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 100
Rank #33 / 116
1.2
Facility 1.2
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #16 / 116
Homestead of Topeka
AL
MC
Topeka
44
Facility 44
KS AVG 69
Rank #106 / 140
No
40
Facility 40
KS AVG 47
Rank #125 / 206
Assisted Living (44)
84.1%
Facility 84.1%
KS AVG 73.6%
Rank #38 / 126
Susan BullockMidwest Homestead Of Topeka LLC14
23
Facility 23
KS AVG 100
Rank #28 / 116
1.6
Facility 1.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #28 / 116
Oak Creek Senior Living
AL
RESC
Topeka
41
Facility 41
KS AVG 69
Rank #116 / 140
No
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 47
Rank #163 / 206
Private Rooms
70.7%
Facility 70.7%
KS AVG 73.6%
Rank #81 / 126
Winona K. KeginOak Creek Senior Living Inc15
29
Facility 29
KS AVG 100
Rank #44 / 116
1.9
Facility 1.9
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #32 / 116

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other KS assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Kansas

Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC is located in TOPEKA, Kansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kansas.

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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Kansas resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home- level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
KS

Requires care level assessment.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+
General Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
KS

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Homemaker services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kansas resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
KS

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
KS

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kansas resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
KS

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC

Who is the owner of Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC?

Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC is legally operated by Vtr Hearthstone West LLC, and administered by Renee M Elwood.

Is Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC in a walkable area?

Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC?

Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC's occupancy is 56.7%.

Are pets allowed at Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC?

Yes, Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC?

Renee M Elwood is the administrator of Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC.

How many beds does Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC have?

Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC has 60 beds.

Has Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC had any deficiencies?

Wg Hearthstone West Sh LLC has had 48 reported deficiencies according to records from Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS).

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