Page 13 of Best Nursing Homes in Kansas

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Kansas average is: 57.7% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Medicalodges Arkansas City ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Arkansas City
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 74
Rank #109 / 152
D+
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
KS AVG 80.6%
Rank #45 / 144
+10%
4.64
Facility 4.64
KS AVG 4.75
Rank #64 / 137
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -38%-2%
$72.6k
Facility $72.6k
KS AVG $42.8k
Rank #129 / 140
35
Facility 35
KS AVG 27.5
Rank #101 / 139
5.8
Facility 5.8
KS AVG 6.4
Rank #60 / 139
540-
74
Facility 74
KS AVG 49
Rank #31 / 162
Ml-Re Arkansas City LLC
$3.2MFiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 10/2023
KS AVG $8.2M
Rank #125 / 136
$1.7MFiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility $1.7MFiscal year ending 10/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #126 / 136
54%Fiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility 54%Fiscal year ending 10/2023
KS AVG 57.7%
Rank #74 / 136
175313
Topeka Presbyterian Manor ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Topeka
123
Facility 123
KS AVG 74
Rank #18 / 152
?
55.3%
Facility 55.3%
KS AVG 80.6%
Rank #136 / 144
-31%
5.12
Facility 5.12
KS AVG 4.75
Rank #38 / 137
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ +5%+8%
$56.3k
Facility $56.3k
KS AVG $42.8k
Rank #122 / 140
33
Facility 33
KS AVG 27.5
Rank #94 / 139
4.1
Facility 4.1
KS AVG 6.4
Rank #21 / 139
568-
30
Facility 30
KS AVG 49
Rank #120 / 162
City Of Wichita
$10.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG $8.2M
Rank #31 / 136
$4.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #50 / 136
40.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 40.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG 57.7%
Rank #131 / 136
175297
Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab Center ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Topeka (Southwest Topeka)
151
Facility 151
KS AVG 74
Rank #8 / 152
?
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
KS AVG 80.6%
Rank #68 / 144
+7%
3.41
Facility 3.41
KS AVG 4.75
Rank #126 / 137
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -34%-28%
$93.1k
Facility $93.1k
KS AVG $42.8k
Rank #135 / 140
63
Facility 63
KS AVG 27.5
Rank #137 / 139
10.5
Facility 10.5
KS AVG 6.4
Rank #126 / 139
1130-
52
Facility 52
KS AVG 49
Rank #78 / 162
-
$14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $8.2M
Rank #16 / 136
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #26 / 136
47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 57.7%
Rank #107 / 136
175255
Lincoln Care and Rehabilitation Center ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wichita (Hilltop)
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 74
Rank #109 / 152
?
78.0%
Facility 78.0%
KS AVG 80.6%
Rank #99 / 144
-3%
4.47
Facility 4.47
KS AVG 4.75
Rank #71 / 137
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ -18%-6%
$40.1k
Facility $40.1k
KS AVG $42.8k
Rank #116 / 140
43
Facility 43
KS AVG 27.5
Rank #112 / 139
8.6
Facility 8.6
KS AVG 6.4
Rank #114 / 139
235-
44
Facility 44
KS AVG 49
Rank #96 / 162
Wichita Operator LLC
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $8.2M
Rank #97 / 136
$2.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #96 / 136
52.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 57.7%
Rank #81 / 136
175273
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Gardner
124
Facility 124
KS AVG 74
Rank #17 / 152
?
87.9%
Facility 87.9%
KS AVG 80.6%
Rank #55 / 144
+9%
3.21
Facility 3.21
KS AVG 4.75
Rank #128 / 137
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +58%-32%
$87.0k
Facility $87.0k
KS AVG $42.8k
Rank #133 / 140
47
Facility 47
KS AVG 27.5
Rank #122 / 139
11.8
Facility 11.8
KS AVG 6.4
Rank #133 / 139
2109--Recover-Care Meadowbrook Rehabilitation LLC---175130
Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Hays
96
Facility 96
KS AVG 74
Rank #32 / 152
?
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
KS AVG 80.6%
Rank #57 / 144
+9%
4.14
Facility 4.14
KS AVG 4.75
Rank #96 / 137
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +24%-13%
$58.0k
Facility $58.0k
KS AVG $42.8k
Rank #125 / 140
46
Facility 46
KS AVG 27.5
Rank #120 / 139
9.2
Facility 9.2
KS AVG 6.4
Rank #119 / 139
284-
76
Facility 76
KS AVG 49
Rank #18 / 162
Kfar Hatzir LLC
$12.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $12.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG $8.2M
Rank #25 / 136
$4.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #48 / 136
37.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 37.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG 57.7%
Rank #133 / 136
175498
Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Kansas City (Victory Hills)
131
Facility 131
KS AVG 74
Rank #13 / 152
C+
89.9%
Facility 89.9%
KS AVG 80.6%
Rank #42 / 144
+11%
3.59
Facility 3.59
KS AVG 4.75
Rank #117 / 137
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -7%-24%
$84.0k
Facility $84.0k
KS AVG $42.8k
Rank #132 / 140
44
Facility 44
KS AVG 27.5
Rank #114 / 139
7.3
Facility 7.3
KS AVG 6.4
Rank #92 / 139
1118-
57
Facility 57
KS AVG 49
Rank #63 / 162
Cory Schulte
$12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $8.2M
Rank #22 / 136
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #16 / 136
64.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 57.7%
Rank #36 / 136
175298
Topeka Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing-
NH
SNF
Topeka (Southwest Topeka)
120
Facility 120
KS AVG 74
Rank #22 / 152
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62
Facility 62
KS AVG 49
Rank #46 / 162
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Medicalodges Arkansas City

203 E. Osage Avenue, Arkansas City, KS 67005-1255
Overview of Medicalodges Arkansas City

Medicalodges Arkansas City delivers clinical care and senior living options in Arkansas City, Kansas. Available levels of service encompass assisted living, nursing care, skilled nursing, adult day care, home care, palliative care, hospice, and respite stays. On-site physical rehabilitation supports therapy goals, while assisted living residents receive help with dressing, bathing, and medication management. Additional amenities include scheduled handicap-accessible medical transportation, an internal barbershop and salon, customized meal preparation for dietary needs, and interdenominational religious services.

Ml-Re Arkansas City operates this 45-bed community alongside administrator My’oshia Knox. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 38 minutes per resident. Setting options cater to short-term recovery as well as long-term care needs, supported by payment options through Medicare and private funds. Situated in a location with a 74 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood allows for convenient pedestrian access to nearby errands.

Interested families interested in available openings can contact Medicalodges Arkansas City to learn about admission procedures, schedule a tour, or ask about specific clinical care programs.

Contact Medicalodges Arkansas City

Overview of Topeka Presbyterian Manor

Presbyterian Manors Inc operates Topeka Presbyterian Manor on SW 6th Avenue in Topeka’s West Southwest 2 neighborhood, about 3.6 miles from downtown. It is a CCRC campus, meaning nursing home, assisted living, and independent living all share the same address. That structure matters in practice: residents can move between care levels without leaving the community.

The facility has been operating since 1963. Tom Bechtel is the Executive Director; Christie Lynn Patrick is the administrator.

The Walk Score of 30 is honest about what the neighborhood offers, which is not much on foot. Most trips require a car.

The 123-bed campus runs at 55% occupancy, with 68 beds currently filled. An average stay of 256 days puts this squarely in long-term care territory rather than short-term rehabilitation. CMS Facility Characteristics counts 63 current residents. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Staffing data from CMS puts total nursing hours at 5 hours 9 minutes per resident per day. RN coverage is 27 minutes daily; nurse aide hours run at 3 hours 5 minutes. A Residents Group and Active Resident Council are both confirmed as organized programs through CMS Facility Characteristics.

State inspections over this facility’s history have addressed areas including medication management, fall and injury prevention, and dietary and food service, which are standard regulatory focus areas for long-term care campuses with this range of services.

Topeka Presbyterian Manor is a long-established CCRC in Topeka that covers the full spectrum from independent living to skilled nursing, accepts all three major payer types, and serves a population that tends to stay well beyond a short-term stay.

Contact Topeka Presbyterian Manor

Overview of Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab Center

Resting gracefully in the heart of Topeka, Kansas, Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab Center has been a pillar of care and support for over 13 years. With a team of remarkable staff members, their unwavering dedication shines through in every aspect of their service. Attending physicians and registered nurses work diligently to create tailored treatment plans that prioritize the well-being of each resident. The center’s commitment to convenience extends to a convenient pharmacy delivery service, ensuring that medication needs are promptly met with efficiency and accuracy.

Plaza West boasts a diverse range of accommodations, including spacious private and semi-private rooms. Thoughtfully designed and well-appointed, these rooms offer residents a comfortable and inviting space to call their own. The center’s common areas exude warmth and provide a welcoming environment for socializing and relaxation, with cozy chairs inviting residents to unwind and engage in meaningful conversations. An activity room brims with exciting opportunities for engagement, offering a variety of enriching programs and recreational activities. In addition, housekeeping and laundry services alleviate any concerns about daily chores, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their time and creating cherished memories.

Contact Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab Center

Overview of Lincoln Care and Rehabilitation Center

Lincoln Care and Rehabilitation Center is a tightly-knit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The modest and quality nursing home provides graceful living for short-term or long-term stays in a cozy nurturing environment. Lincoln Care provides services for inpatient and outpatient care; assisting everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery.  
Lincoln offers comprehensive and result-driven services that focus on wound care, IV therapy cardiac management, and pulmonary management. The residents are surely enthralled because of the professional and compassionate delivery and attention given by the well-trained staff. 

Contact Lincoln Care and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital

Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital in Gardner, Kansas, delivers round-the-clock skilled nursing care alongside specialized inpatient rehabilitation. Inpatient acute programs and dedicated brain injury therapy offer structured clinical support for individuals recovering from severe medical events, trauma, or complex illnesses.

Recover-Care Meadowbrook Rehabilitation runs the 124-bed facility, with administrator Musu Jawara directing clinical operations. Recorded care metrics reflect 3 hours and 13 minutes of direct nursing time assigned per resident each day. Financial coverage options include Medicaid for qualified applicants seeking financial assistance for ongoing care.

Prospective residents considering intensive rehab services or long-term nursing oversight can reach out to Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital directly to check current admission policies, verify insurance coverage, or arrange a facility walkthrough.

Contact Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital

Overview of Via Christi Village Hays Ks

Via Christi Village Hays Ks provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Hays, Kansas. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support medical and long term care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, and respite care offers a short term stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 96 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 8 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the documented amount of daily nurse time assigned to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available, so residents can receive therapy as part of their care at the community.

Private and shared rooms are available, giving residents the choice of having a private space or sharing with someone else. A restaurant style dining room provides a designated setting for meals, while a security system is available for residents with cognitive deficits. John Vanhook serves as administrator, and Kfar Hatzir operates the community.

A Walk Score of 76 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be completed on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, shops, pharmacies, or cafes may be reachable by walking, supporting independent outings. The range of care types may make Via Christi Village Hays Ks a good fit for a resident whose care needs change over time.

Contact Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC

Overview of Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation

Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation, located in the thriving city of Kansas City, is renowned for its unparalleled commitment to delivering exceptional care and elevating residents’ well-being to new heights. With a team of highly skilled and devoted professionals at the helm, Riverbend is dedicated to ensuring the utmost level of service and personalized attention for each individual in their care.
By offering an extensive array of in-house therapy and skilled nursing services, Riverbend empowers residents to embark on a journey of recovery and renewed vitality. Their state-of-the-art facilities serve as the backdrop for cutting-edge therapeutic interventions, while their innovative approaches are meticulously tailored to address the unique needs of every resident. The community itself has been thoughtfully designed to cultivate engagement and optimize the delivery of skilled nursing care. The in-house therapy program, staffed by a dedicated team of experienced professionals, provides comprehensive rehabilitation services without relying on external contractors or agencies. This approach guarantees seamless continuity of care and a holistic therapeutic experience.

Contact Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation

Overview of Life Care Center of Wichita

Life Care Center of Wichita provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Wichita, KS. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting.

Life Care Center of Wichita has 120 beds, with 98% occupancy, meaning nearly all beds are in use. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. A Walk Score of 64 is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach some nearby destinations independently. Matthew J. Stephenson serves as the administrator.

Contact Life Care Center of Wichita

Overview of Lakeview Village

Under one license in Lenexa, KS, Lakeview Village offers skilled nursing, independent living, nursing home, and assisted living. Independent living is private quarters with the community’s services attached and nothing daily on top of them. Assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication. The two nursing designations are the ones under which licensed clinical care happens in the building.

A household weighing this place is weighing four levels at once, which is what the single license buys. There are 158 beds here, and 94.9 percent of them are spoken for on an average day.

Payment here runs three ways, and a family uses whichever fits. Medicare pays after a qualifying hospital stay, and only for the skilled part of it. Medicaid becomes the question when savings will not carry a long stay, and private money covers what neither of those reaches.

The Aquatics Center, the Fitness Center, the Bistro Cafe, and the Art Gallery are all named programs. Swimming, exercise, a coffee, and something to look at are each accounted for.

Rehabilitation Services are named too, and a resident may bring a pet.

Somewhat walkable, the area has a Walk Score of 61 behind it. Richard Alan Turley Jr. is the administrator for the City of Lenexa.

Contact Lakeview Village

Overview of Village Shalom

Administered by Jamie Paredes, Village Shalom in Overland Park, KS, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are welcome in a supervised setting to ease the risk of wandering. Moreover, licensed nurses ensure residents can access care whenever needed with round-the-clock availability. Respite services are also available for those seeking a short-term stay, particularly those whose usual caregiver needs time away.

With several care levels, the community can accommodate residents even as their needs grow. The community has 219 beds in a variety of one- and two-bedroom apartments. Occupancy is at 30%, suggesting availability.

The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families different ways to cover eligible short-term skilled care, long-term care when savings may not cover a stay, or care paid directly. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a small animal companion.

Contact Village Shalom

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
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Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

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Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Kansas

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Kansas?

Assisted living in Kansas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Kansas Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Kansas Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 167 nursing homes in Kansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Kansas?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Kansas, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Kansas?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Nursing Homes in Kansas at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5