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Compare Nursing Homes around Kennett
The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.
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| NHC Healthcare, Kennett |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Kennett | 170
Facility
170
MO AVG
97
Rank
#36 / 454 |
57.6%
Facility
57.6%
MO AVG
66.6%
Rank
#288 / 428 | -14% | 3.75
Facility
3.75
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#124 / 276 | +17% | 0% | $0
Facility
$0
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#1 / 283 | 11
Facility
11
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#25 / 281 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#64 / 281 | - | 92 |
65
Facility
65
MO AVG
45
Rank
#124 / 563 | Jessica Bader | $8.7M
Facility
$8.7M
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#90 / 286 | $5.0M
Facility
$5.0M
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#79 / 286 | 57.1%
Facility
57.1%
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#118 / 286 | 265168 | ||||
| Heritage Nursing Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Kennett | 72
Facility
72
MO AVG
97
Rank
#320 / 454 |
58.7%
Facility
58.7%
MO AVG
66.6%
Rank
#278 / 428 | -12% | 3.92
Facility
3.92
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#111 / 276 | +10% | +5% | $0
Facility
$0
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#1 / 283 | 10
Facility
10
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#19 / 281 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#34 / 281 | - | 49 |
28
Facility
28
MO AVG
45
Rank
#403 / 563 | Stephanie Tolbert | $4.2M
Facility
$4.2M
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#230 / 286 | $2.0M
Facility
$2.0M
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#248 / 286 | 47.4%
Facility
47.4%
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#203 / 286 | 265531 |
Nhc Healthcare, Kennett is a 170-bed skilled nursing facility offering rehabilitation, memory care, and respite care at 1120 Falcon in Kennett, Missouri, operated by NHC Healthcare/Kennett, LLC, in Dunklin County. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are welcome. The facility serves primarily long-term residents with an average stay of 67 days.
CMS grades the facility 5 stars, 90.1 percent above Missouri’s average, with all four sub-ratings above the state mean. Health inspection performance leads at 72.4 percent above Missouri’s average. Across 3 inspections since 2022, the facility recorded 11 total citations, all moderate in severity, all from standard inspections, with no critical or serious findings, fines, and payment denials. Nurse hours run 3h 45m per resident per day, aligned with the Missouri average, with CNA hours 9 percent above the state figure. The facility typically has availability at 58 percent occupancy, below Missouri’s 66.6 percent average.
Amenities feature an on-site beauty and barber shop, a dedicated outdoor area, and daily activities programming. Present are on-site nurse aide training and an active resident council.
Nhc Healthcare, Kennett is well-suited for long-term skilled nursing and memory care residents in rural Dunklin County seeking a clean inspection record and above-average staffing.
Committed to helping seniors age in place, Heritage Nursing Center is a trustworthy senior care provider in Kennett, MO, that offers skilled nursing, hospice care, rehabilitation, and home health care. The community provides private and semi-private studio apartments designed to cater to the individual needs of each living option. Ensuring residents receive unmatched care and support, the community provides a dedicated team of skilled nurses and therapists.
With access to an array of rehabilitative services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, residents are guaranteed to regain and maintain their independence. Fostering well being and enrichment in every moment, the community offers a wide array of engaging and enriching activities. From lunch with friends, to relaxing walks around the grounds and live music performances, residents are guaranteed to find something interesting to spend their time with. Meals are prepared to be both delicious, healthy, and catered to residents’ individual dietary needs and tastes, ensuring residents always have the energy to participate and engage in an active lifestyle.
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.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
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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
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
05
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.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Kennett, MO
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Missouri?
Assisted living in Missouri 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 Missouri Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Missouri 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 2 nursing homes in Kennett, MO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Kennett, MO?
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 Kennett, MO, 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 Kennett, MO?
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.
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