Page 6 of Best Nursing Homes in Kansas

Overview of Paramount Community Living and Rehab

Paramount Community Living and Rehab is a 101-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility at 200 SW 14th Street in Newton, Kansas, part of a continuing care retirement community in Harvey County. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay accepted, with most residents on long-term stays averaging 125 days.

CMS scores the facility 2 stars, 27.8 percent below Kansas average, driven by a health inspection sub-rating running 24.8 percent below state mean. The latest inspection found the facility in full compliance with zero deficiencies; across 3 inspections since 2021, the facility recorded 26 total citations, all moderate or minor in severity, with no critical or serious findings and no fines or payment denials in the past three years. Staffing is the facility’s clear strength: nurse hours reach 5h 32m per resident daily, 18 percent above Kansas average, with CNA hours running 53 percent above state figure and weekend nursing hours 37 percent above. Physical therapist hours run 150 percent above the Kansas mean. The community operates near capacity with limited availability at 93 percent occupancy, well above Kansas’s 79.5 percent average and ranked 50th out of 217 state facilities.

An active resident council is in place. Care levels within the CCRC are independent living cottages, assisted living, rapid recovery, and 24-hour skilled nursing.

The community caters to long-term Medicaid and private-pay residents in Newton within a full-continuum CCRC setting.

Overview of Medicalodges Wichita

Medicalodges Wichita is a 55-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility at 2280 South Minneapolis Avenue in Wichita, Kansas. Owned and operated by Medicalodges, Inc.—a 100% employee-owned company—the facility specializes in short-stay rehabilitation and long-term care under CMS Certification Number 175008.

As a skilled nursing facility (SNF), the community provides 24-hour clinical nursing care and rehabilitation services primarily for a short-stay population, with a typical Medicare stay averaging 22 days. The facility carries a 3-out-of-5-star overall CMS rating. While health inspection scores are slightly better than the Kansas average, quality measures have been noted as an area for improvement, trending approximately 37% below state benchmarks. Based on current focused surveys, the community has maintained a citations-per-inspection rate of zero in recent standard health filings.

The facility’s staffing model is anchored by high Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) coverage, providing 57 minutes per resident per day—42% above the Kansas state average. Total adjusted nursing hours exceed the state average at 5 hours and 17 minutes daily, maintaining steady aggregate coverage even on weekends. However, Registered Nurse (RN) coverage averages 37 minutes per day, and nurse aide hours are 2 hours and 23 minutes, both trending slightly below Kansas state benchmarks. The clinical team coordinates a range of services, including diabetes management, wound care, and physical, occupational, and speech therapies.

The campus offers both private and semi-private rooms equipped with wheelchair-accessible showers and 24-hour emergency call systems. Dining services are managed on-site, offering chef-prepared meals with accommodations for therapeutic diets. All-inclusive services cover medical transportation, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and a social activities calendar featuring intergenerational programs and community outings. Common area amenities include a beauty salon, a library, and a rehabilitation gym for inpatient therapy.

Individuals seeking a mid-sized, employee-owned facility with high LPN staffing ratios and specialized short-term rehabilitation may find this setting appropriate. Prospective residents should contact the administrator directly to discuss current bed availability and review the most recent state quality measures and inspection documentation firsthand before making a placement decision.

Overview of Park Villa

Park Villa is a nursing home on South High Street in Clyde, Kansas. Lawrence Blochlinger owns and operates it. It serves residents across the lifespan of long-term and post-acute care and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The 36-bed home has a high occupancy rate of 97%. Residents typically stay for 236 days, including short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

Daily care is supported by a nursing team that provides roughly 5 hours of nursing care per resident each day. Residents get support from registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. This staffing level can consistently provide hands-on support throughout the day. Outpatient therapy services are available to residents who need support for recovery and rehabilitation.

The facility is located in a quieter, rural, car-dependent setting with limited walkable access to nearby services. The rural setting is a great option for residents and families who are connected to the community and comfortable with driving for appointments and visits.

State inspections focused on food safety and sanitation practices in the kitchen, as well as resident care documentation and medication management. The facility was able to address prior findings and improve practices in these areas over time. Families considering Park Villa should take a tour to see the setting, meet staff, and understand the daily routines and care approach.

Center at Waterfront runs an 80-bed skilled nursing facility on Lindberg Circle in Wichita, Kansas. The property is owned by Kenneth Deline, and the billing department handles standard payments through private pay and Medicare. With a Walk Score of 27, the surrounding area requires a car for most trips, meaning visitors and local families will generally need a vehicle to get to the campus.

Operations here center almost entirely on short-term medical rehab, which shows in the average length of stay of only 11 days. The facility is set up as a temporary pit stop to get patients safely back home after a hospital discharge rather than serving as a long-term home. To handle these quick turnarounds, the floor staff puts in 4 hours and 44 minutes of direct daily nursing care per resident.

Registered nurses, LPNs, and nurse aides share these duties, covering physical therapy, medical monitoring, and psychological support. Because the setup is built for short-term recovery, the building features private suites with personal bathrooms, adjustable beds, Wi-Fi, a beauty salon, and a daily menu from an executive chef.

Families can call the admissions department to set up a tour of the private suites and check out the physical therapy setups. The office staff runs these walkthroughs while walking you through the intake paperwork, open bed numbers, and the weekly dining options.

Lincoln Park Manor is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community owned by Lincoln Park Manor. The 36-bed facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing families with multiple ways to fund short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care needs. At a 94% occupancy rate, residents stay an average of 625 days. The home maintahas ins a stable, settled community for those who move through rehabilitation into ongoing care.

The facility focuses on rehabilitation and physician-led medicine. There’s a physician on staff seven days a week, and residents are supported by a nursing team present 24 hours a day and highly trained on-site therapists.

Total nurse staffing averages about 4 hours and 53 minutes per resident each day, and registered nurses provide 40 minutes of that care. This level of daily nursing support carries both rehabilitation programs and medical oversight. It also supports short-term rehab after hospitalization or surgery, which is a core part of the facility’s work.

Social service staff help residents and families plan the transition from rehabilitation to ongoing care. The facility also coordinates medical services and aftercare to make that shift easier.

Residents get three meals a day plus snacks. There are beauty and barber services on-site, as well as community common spaces. The home provides spiritual, intellectual, and social opportunities to help residents stay engaged. The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 53 out of 100. Some errands can be managed on foot, but most visitors and residents can easily get around with a car.

State inspections focused on deficiency patterns in earlier years around resident care practices, infection control, and safety measures. The facility implemented corrective plans and showed improvement. Recent inspections confirmed the resolution of previously identified issues and compliance with regulatory standards.

Rockpoint Care Center is a 53-bed skilled nursing and residential health care facility in Hiawatha, Kansas. Occupancy at the last recorded inspection ran at or above 100 percent, well above Kansas’ 79.5 percent average. Operated by Hiawatha Jv Holdco LLC, the facility offers long-term care, end-of-life services, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care in Brown County.

The inspection record covers 2013 to 2017, with no more recent data on file, limiting confirmation about current performance. Within that window, the facility averaged 23.8 deficiencies annually, roughly 297 percent above Kansas’ state average, with a 2014 denial-of-payment enforcement action tied to a ‘G’ level pressure ulcer finding involving actual harm. A 2017 substantiated complaint found the facility failed to remove an alleged abuser from resident care promptly, with administrative awareness delayed around 25 hours after the initial report; the finding was initially classified as immediate jeopardy before being reduced through dispute resolution. Against that history, the facility’s current 4-star CMS Health Inspection rating, 50.4 percent above Kansas’ average, stands as the record’s most meaningful recent signal.

Services include rehabilitation, memory care, respite stays, and a long-term/end-of-life program.

The facility’s long-term care and end-of-life programming fits residents needing extended stays or palliative-focused care in a small, rural Brown County setting.

Overview of Delmar Gardens of Overland Park

Focused on post-acute rehabilitation and skilled nursing care, Delmar Gardens of Overland Park is a 120-bed nursing home in Overland Park, Kansas. Situated on West 109th Street with a Walk Score of 92, it’s highly walkable and convenient for visiting families. Operating for 21 years and owned by Tammy Conekin, the home currently serves about 81 residents at a 68 percent occupancy rate. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay offer multiple ways for families to plan care.

Rehabilitation services are the home’s clinical emphasis. Residents average 3 hours 19 minutes of daily nursing care, supplemented by comprehensive therapy services spanning daily physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Short-term rehabilitation is a primary focus, supported by 24/7 professional nursing and trained nursing aides. The average stay length is 70 days, reflecting the post-acute rehab mission. Beyond acute recovery, the home also offers respite care for those needing momentary support, transitional stays, and specialized services like on-site pharmacy and hospice and palliative care. Daily life balances care with comfort and connection. Occupants can access private and semi-private rooms, daily social and recreational activities, and unlimited visiting hours, so family and friends can remain closely involved. On-site amenities include a beauty salon, a cozy dining room, an activity room with a TV and cable, and free Wi-Fi. Religious services exist for those wanting to participate. The facility’s floor plan is built for accessibility, with grab bars in bathrooms and an obstruction-free layout that promotes safe mobility.

Over time, facility inspections have shown sustained improvement, with earlier findings related to assessments, care planning, and facility operations addressed and corrected. Delmar Gardens of Overland Park has demonstrated compliance with regulatory standards.

Overview of Homestead Health Center

Homestead Health Center is a 45-bed nursing home. The facility’s location on South Elizabeth Street in central Wichita, Kansas, is in a very walkable neighborhood where most errands can be accomplished on foot. Visiting family members can conveniently get around the area.

The home has a high occupancy rate of 96%. Most residents stay an average of 356 days. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple ways to cover care. Nurse staffing averages 2 hours and 50 minutes per resident each day, which provides a steady presence on the floor. The home focuses on rehabilitation services and has 24-hour on-site staffing.

Residents can participate in group activities that reflect the surrounding community’s interests and values. There are exercise classes, bowling, bingo, music programs, daily devotions, and weekly Bible studies. With these, residents can stay physically active while engaging in recreational and spiritual pursuits.

State inspections periodically identified issues with documentation and medication management practices. However, the facility has always been committed to improvement. There were no recorded enforcement actions, fines, or Immediate Jeopardy findings. Families evaluating the facility should ask how the care team manages medication oversight and clinical documentation.

Overview of Ml-Op Goddard

Owned and operated by Jean Altenor, Ml-Op Goddard is a 60-bed nursing home on Easy Street in Goddard, Kansas. The home focuses on short-term rehabilitation and respite care, making it a suitable option for residents recovering from surgery or hospitalization and for families needing temporary care support. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families two ways to cover care.

The community has an occupancy rate of 25%, with 15 of its 60 beds filled. Residents stay an average of 84 days, including those receiving post-acute rehabilitation and those using respite services. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 46 minutes per resident. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses work together to provide care throughout the day.

The facility’s location has a Walkability Score of 53 out of 100. Some errands can be completed on foot, although most trips require a short drive. Families will find dining with a variety of menu choices and accommodations for special dietary needs. Social gathering spaces, family areas, a barbershop and salon, spiritual services, and transportation support are also available.

The facility’s inspection history shows steady improvement. A recent inspection confirmed full compliance with all regulations. Residents can also take part in weekly religious services and Bible studies provided by church members, supporting those with active faith practices.

Overview of Heritage Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center

Oskaloosa Ks Property Holdings operates Heritage Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center, a 60-bed care community situated on Cherokee Street in Oskaloosa, Kansas. The financial department processes resident accounts using standard insurance tracks, accepting private pay as well as Medicare and Medicaid options. The surrounding neighborhood holds a Walk Score of 53, meaning the location is moderately walkable and allows for a few quick errands on foot. However, most visitors and families will still use a vehicle for general travel.

An occupancy rate of 90 percent keeps the facility steady, and residents stay for an average of 204 days. This operational timeline points to a standard mix of short-term post-surgical recovery and long-term clinical placements. To monitor daily health needs, the 24-hour nursing team averages 3 hours and 35 minutes of direct care per resident each day, split as 2 hours and 26 minutes from nurse aides, 33 minutes from registered nurses, and 30 minutes from licensed practical nurses.

This staffing setup handles a dedicated memory care unit for dementia, temporary respite tracks, and hospice care, while state survey history shows the home resolved past notes on documentation and monitoring to maintain its ongoing regulatory compliance.

Interested individuals can reach out to the main office to look over the floor plan, view the specialized memory care wing, and discuss how the care team coordinates short-term or long-term admissions. The front desk team manages these property walks while answering questions about room availability, discharge planning parameters, and daily activity programs.