Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (56% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 2 - 3 months.
Kansas Christian Home is a nonprofit, church-affiliated senior living community located at 1035 SE 3rd Street in Newton, Kansas. Owned by Friends of Kansas Christian Home Inc., the campus operates as a Life Plan community, providing a continuum of care that includes independent living, assisted living, specialized memory care, and skilled nursing.
As a skilled nursing facility (SNF), the community provides 24-hour clinical care and rehabilitation under the federal Medicare and Medicaid framework. The facility currently carries a 5-out-of-5-star overall CMS rating, the highest possible designation. This rating is supported by a health inspection score that trends significantly above the Kansas state average. Notably, based on the most recent 2026 focused health filings, the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero.
Staffing levels are a significant metric for the facility, which provides approximately 4 hours and 41 minutes of total nursing care per resident per day—ranking it among the top half of Kansas skilled nursing providers. Direct care is anchored by Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who provide 3 hours and 4 minutes of daily care and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) at 47 minutes daily, both figures exceeding state benchmarks. While Registered Nurse (RN) coverage averages 34 minutes per day, which is below the state average, the facility maintains steady weekend nursing coverage at 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident day. The clinical team primarily serves a short-term rehabilitation population, with Medicare accounting for approximately 56% of new admissions.
The 92-unit campus features private and semi-private rooms equipped with Skynet technology for electronic medication administration and emergency response systems. All-inclusive services cover restaurant-style dining with spiritual and social programs designed to promote overall wellness. Social and spiritual features include religious activities, intergenerational programming, and the “Legacy of John” charitable care fund to support residents in financial need. Residents also have access to landscaped grounds, outdoor communal areas, pet-friendly policies, and convenient services such as weekly housekeeping and medical transportation.
Those seeking a top-rated, nonprofit community with a deep focus on mission-driven care and strong staffing stability may find this environment appropriate. Individuals evaluating the facility should contact the administration directly to discuss current bed availability, which often remains near 90% occupancy, and schedule a tour to assess the social and spiritual programming firsthand.
Kansas Christian Home is administered by Justin Harland.
In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 79 | 100 | This facility has 21% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas nursing home (79 vs. KS avg 100).↓ 21% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 4.4 | 4 | This facility has 10% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas nursing home (4.4 vs. KS avg 4).↑ 10% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
| 18 | 25 | This facility has had 28% fewer total inspections than the Kansas average (18 vs. KS avg 25). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 28% fewer |
Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.
State average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
State average 26.9
State average 6.07
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
13 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 14 resulted from complaint investigations.
State average: 0.9
State average: 0.9
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
4,448 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 22 | 63 | 85 | 8,588 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 14 | 9 | 23 | 4,512 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 10 | 17 | 2,693 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 2 | 24 | 26 | 1,655 | 91 | 99% | 9.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 738 | 63 | 68% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 6 | 6 | 650 | 67 | 73% | 5.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 604 | 92 | 100% | 2.6 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 483 | 63 | 68% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 98 | 50 | 54% | 1.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 87 | 36 | 39% | 2.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 46 | 25 | 27% | 1.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 6 | 7% | 2.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 3% | 5.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 2% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2% | 1.8 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
56% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
15% of new residents, often for short stays.
29% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents 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.
Historical financial and operational data for Kansas Christian Home from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Pets Allowed
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (56% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 2 - 3 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Newton's city center to Kansas Christian Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
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| Brookdale Rosehill | NH AL SNF | Shawnee | 92
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69
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81.5%
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76.8
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#103 / 206 | +6% | 4.27
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4.27
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35
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26.9
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8.8
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6.1
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#123 / 143 | - | 75 | A+ |
54
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54
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47
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#138 / 351 | Mary Patchett | $15.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
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$15.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG
$8.3M
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#13 / 139 | $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#20 / 139 | 48%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
48%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG
57.8%
Rank
#103 / 139 | 175478 | ||||
| Ascension Living Via Christi Village McLean | NH AL IL MC SNF | Wichita (Indian Hills) | 95
Facility
95
KS AVG
69
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#43 / 223 |
33.7%
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33.7%
KS AVG
76.8
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#199 / 206 | -56% | 4.47
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4.47
KS AVG
4.63
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#72 / 140 | +4% | -4% | $0
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$0
KS AVG
$49.2k
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#1 / 143 | 14
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14
KS AVG
26.9
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#17 / 143 | 7.0
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7.0
KS AVG
6.1
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#103 / 143 | 1 | 32 | - |
47
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47
KS AVG
47
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#186 / 351 | Abigail Poff | $7.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$7.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
$8.3M
Rank
#55 / 139 | $3.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$3.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#71 / 139 | 44.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
44.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
57.8%
Rank
#120 / 139 | 175543 | ||||
| Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community | NH HC IL SNF | Manhattan (Meadowlark Road) | 134
Facility
134
KS AVG
69
Rank
#12 / 223 |
87.3%
Facility
87.3%
KS AVG
76.8
Rank
#65 / 206 | +14% | 5.72
Facility
5.72
KS AVG
4.63
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#14 / 140 | +3% | +24% | $8.3k
Facility
$8.3k
KS AVG
$49.2k
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#65 / 143 | 30
Facility
30
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#91 / 143 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
KS AVG
6.1
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#70 / 143 | 1 | 117 | - |
28
Facility
28
KS AVG
47
Rank
#269 / 351 | Lonnie Baker | $19.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$19.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
$8.3M
Rank
#10 / 139 | $17.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$17.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#4 / 139 | 88.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
88.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
57.8%
Rank
#3 / 139 | 175174 | ||||
| Bethel Health Care Center | NH HOS PC RC SNF | North Newton | 65
Facility
65
KS AVG
69
Rank
#88 / 223 |
90.8%
Facility
90.8%
KS AVG
76.8
Rank
#36 / 206 | +18% | 5.69
Facility
5.69
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#14 / 140 | -17% | +23% | $0
Facility
$0
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#1 / 143 | 5
Facility
5
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#1 / 143 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#2 / 143 | - | 59 | - |
29
Facility
29
KS AVG
47
Rank
#264 / 351 | Bethel Investors, LLC | $11.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$11.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG
$8.3M
Rank
#28 / 139 | $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#26 / 139 | 57.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
57.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG
57.8%
Rank
#60 / 139 | 175402 | ||||
| Kansas Christian Home | NH AL IL MC SNF | Newton | 54
Facility
54
KS AVG
69
Rank
#123 / 223 |
85.2%
Facility
85.2%
KS AVG
76.8
Rank
#77 / 206 | +11% | 4.69
Facility
4.69
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#58 / 140 | +37% | +1% | $0
Facility
$0
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#1 / 143 | 14
Facility
14
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#17 / 143 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#43 / 143 | 1 | 46 | - |
81
Facility
81
KS AVG
47
Rank
#12 / 351 | Friends Of Kansas Christian Home Inc | $5.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$5.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
$8.3M
Rank
#74 / 139 | $3.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$3.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#66 / 139 | 60.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
60.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG
57.8%
Rank
#48 / 139 | 175467 |
Kansas Christian Home is legally operated by Friends Of Kansas Christian Home Inc, and administered by Justin Harland.
Kansas Christian Home has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to KS state health department records, Kansas Christian Home's license number is 175467.
Kansas Christian Home's occupancy is 85%.
Yes, Kansas Christian Home allows residents to bring their pets.
Kansas Christian Home is registered as a non-profit in KS.
Justin Harland is the administrator of Kansas Christian Home.
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