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Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc
Preferred Family Healthcare is an assisted living community in Kirksville, Missouri. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartments.
The community has 57 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents may get to know each other. A Walk Score of 77 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently. Walter Winn serves as the administrator.
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About this community
Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc is legally operated by Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc., and administered by Walter Winn.
Inspection History
In Missouri, the Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure performs the inspections and unannounced surveys required for all long-term care providers.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 11 deficiencies 4 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Missouri state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Missouri state average• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 11 | 64.0 | This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (11 vs. MO avg 64).↓ 83% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.8 | 5.0 | This facility has 44% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2.8 vs. MO avg 5).↓ 44% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total inspections
| 4 | 12.0 | This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (4 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer |
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Info below is compiled from the MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS), 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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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| Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc | AL | Laharpe Kirksville | 57
Facility
57
MO AVG
88
Rank
#153 / 217 | No |
77
Facility
77
MO AVG
42
Rank
#20 / 259 | Residential Care Facility (57) | Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc |
| Highland Crest Senior Living | AL MC | Kirksville | 42
Facility
42
MO AVG
88
Rank
#185 / 217 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
MO AVG
42
Rank
#171 / 259 | Studio | Kirksville Residential, LLC |
| St. Andrew’s Apartments at Kirksville | AL CCRC IL MC NH RC SNF | Kirksville | - | Yes |
53
Facility
53
MO AVG
42
Rank
#95 / 259 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MO assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Missouri
Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc is located in LAHARPE KIRKSVILLE, Missouri.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Missouri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc
Is Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc in a walkable area?
Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc?
According to MO state health department records, Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc's license number is 053466.
When does Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc's license expire?
According to MO state health department records, Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc's license expires on March 8, 2028.
What is the occupancy rate at Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc?
Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc's occupancy is 61.4%.
Are pets allowed at Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc?
No, Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc?
Walter Winn is the administrator of Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc.
How many beds does Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc have?
Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc has 57 beds.
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