Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

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Enjoy your best years at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community, an outstanding community in Manhattan, KS, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. A hassle-free living is also guaranteed, especially with maintenance services and convenient apartment features.
Thriving local shops and recreational spaces surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy various dining options with delightful restaurants in the area. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 29 | 100 | This facility has 71% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kansas nursing home (29 vs. KS avg 100).↓ 71% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 5.8 | 20 | This facility has 71% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Kansas nursing home (5.8 vs. KS avg 20).↓ 71% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5.8 | 3.1 | This facility has 87% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas nursing home (5.8 vs. KS avg 3.1).↑ 87% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 5 | 32 | This facility has 84% fewer total inspections than a typical Kansas nursing home (5 vs. KS avg 32).↓ 84% better |
Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Apr 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.
28 of 30 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 30 resulted from complaint investigations.
Kansas average: 0.9
Kansas 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
2,556 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 173 | 0 | 173 | 25,008 | 92 | 100% | 6.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 39 | 0 | 39 | 9,322 | 92 | 100% | 7 |
| Registered Nurse | 32 | 0 | 32 | 8,022 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 0 | 20 | 7,157 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 3,138 | 66 | 72% | 7.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 744 | 41 | 45% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 708 | 72 | 78% | 4.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 570 | 64 | 70% | 4.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 536 | 66 | 72% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 531 | 66 | 72% | 4.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 491 | 74 | 80% | 4.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 63 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 414 | 61 | 66% | 6.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 257 | 70 | 76% | 3.4 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 5 | 0 | 5 | 109 | 14 | 15% | 6.8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2025
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Feb 3, 2025 · $8K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
37% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
45% of new residents, often for short stays.
18% 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
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Exercise Programs
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
2.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Manhattan's city center to Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is located in Manhattan, Kansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kansas.
The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
| Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community |
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.
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. | Manhattan (Meadowlark Road) | 134
Facility
134
KS AVG
69
Rank
#12 / 224 |
87.3%
Facility
87.3%
KS AVG
79.5%
Rank
#71 / 218 | +10% | 5.72
Facility
5.72
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#16 / 141 | +3% | +24% | $8.3k
Facility
$8.3k
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#72 / 144 | 30
Facility
30
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#91 / 143 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#69 / 143 | 1 | 117 |
28
Facility
28
KS AVG
46
Rank
#269 / 363 | Lonnie Baker | $39.7M
Facility
$39.7M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#4 / 144 | $17.6M
Facility
$17.6M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#4 / 144 | 44.4%
Facility
44.4%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#110 / 144 | 175174 | ||||
| Ascension Living Via Christi Village Manhattan |
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.
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. | Manhattan (Willow Grove Road) | 129
Facility
129
KS AVG
69
Rank
#16 / 224 | - | - | 4.58
Facility
4.58
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#71 / 141 | -46% | -1% | $168.9k
Facility
$168.9k
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#139 / 144 | 25
Facility
25
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#72 / 143 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#6 / 143 | 7 | 85 |
10
Facility
10
KS AVG
46
Rank
#339 / 363 | Kenna Fischman | $13.7M
Facility
$13.7M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#27 / 144 | $6.3M
Facility
$6.3M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#37 / 144 | 46.1%
Facility
46.1%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#102 / 144 | 175100 |
Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is in the Meadowlark Road neighborhood of Manhattan.
Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Yes — there are 7 photos of Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.
Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is located at 2121 Meadowlark Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502.
(785) 537-4610 will put you in contact with the team at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community.
Yes — Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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