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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Nestled in the vibrant city of Topeka, Brewster Place offers a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle for seniors at every stage of their journey. With a commitment to providing a full continuum of services and care, Brewster Place caters to diverse needs and lifestyles. Whether residents are seeking Maintenance Free Living, Assisted Living, or specialized care from the Brewster Health Center, Memory Support team, or Rehabilitation Center, they can rest assured that they will receive the best care and support.
At Brewster Place, residents are not just provided with a place to live; they are embraced by a warm and welcoming community that encourages them to thrive. With an array of engaging activities, exceptional amenities, and compassionate staff members, this community is dedicated to ensuring that residents enjoy an optimal quality of life. From social gatherings and wellness programs to personalized care plans and rehabilitation services, every aspect of life at Brewster Place is designed to promote well-being, independence, and a sense of belonging. Discover the joys of retirement living and the peace of mind that comes with knowing you have access to the care and support you need at Brewster Place.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 7th out of 135 homes in Kansas.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 5h 10m per day |
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
84% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
13% of new residents, often for short stays.
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #5 / 134Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 134 homes in Kansas.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Kansas average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Lower than the Kansas average: 79.5%Brewster Place is administrated by Tyrone Wilkens.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.
1 with issues
0 without issues
Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Kansas average 26.9
Kansas average 6.07
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
4 of 19 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 15 of 19 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.9
0
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.9
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 11, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 11, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jun 11, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 11, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
| Brewster Place |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Topeka (South/Southeast 1) | 141 | No | 56 | Residential (44), NF (Nursing Facility) (97), SNF/NF (Combined) (97) | 74.3% | A+ | Tyrone Wilkens | 15 | 0 |
| Lexington Park Independent Living |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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). | Topeka (West Southwest 2) | 60 | No | 60 | Assisted Living (60) | 90.0% | - | Ben Rigdon | 16 | 26 |
| McCrite Plaza Topeka |
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.
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Topeka (South/Southeast 1) | - | No | 40 | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
2.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Topeka's city center to Brewster Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.82 miles to nearest hospital (Colmery-O'Neil Veterans' Administration Medical Center)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
51% better than Kansas averageKansas average ratio: 2.27:1
9% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 7.7 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
3,251 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 101 | 36 | 137 | 23,599 | 91 | 100% | 6.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 23 | 41 | 6,349 | 91 | 100% | 10.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 10 | 22 | 4,172 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 2 | 9 | 3,652 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,931 | 74 | 81% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,616 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,267 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 9 | 0 | 9 | 784 | 76 | 84% | 4.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 8 | 0 | 8 | 728 | 79 | 87% | 4.4 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 513 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 437 | 67 | 74% | 3.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 288 | 64 | 70% | 4.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 245 | 65 | 71% | 2.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 95 | 19 | 21% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 64 | 15 | 16% | 4.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 51 | 13 | 14% | 3.9 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 5% | 0.9 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
75Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.5
38% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 10.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
29.3
41% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 20.7
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
26.7%
40% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 19.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
28.3%
46% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 19.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
32.9%
39% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 23.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.6%
51% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.1%
9% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.7%
13% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 5.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
91% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.7%
13% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 16.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.5%
In line with Kansas averageKansas average: 91.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.9%
In line with Kansas averageKansas average: 95.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
83.4%
10% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 75.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
80% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 2.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
63.0%
14% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 73.5%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Historical financial and operational data for Brewster Place based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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