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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Overview of Oakridge of Plattsburg

Oakridge of Plattsburg is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Plattsburg, Missouri. It offers a nurturing environment with a focus on patient-centered care, providing services such as outpatient therapy and adult day care. The facility has been serving the community since 1968.

(816) 539-2128 bobby.swymeler@oakridgeofplattsburg.org

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.11/day

Overall rating

3/5

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

3/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 60

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

88.1%

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for

Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

62% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Medicaid

9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$4.6M

Surplus of revenue

$21.9K

Voluntary non-profit home Other

Home revenue

$4,639,820.00

Surplus of revenue

$21,870.00

Payroll costs

$2.4M

52.3% of revenue

Other operating costs

$2.2M

Total costs $4.6M

60-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Facility Type

SNF

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 265742

Certification type: Medicare/Medicaid

County: CLINTON

Ownership & operating entity

Oakridge of Plattsburg is administrated by ROBERT SWYMELER JR.

Owner name: CLINTON CONVALESCENT CENTER, INC

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid

Nursing Services

Rehabilitation Services

Skilled Nursing

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing

Rehabilitation

Outpatient Therapy

Adult Day Care

Long Term Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs

Health Care, Rehabilitation, Activities, Volunteer, Tours

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description

Three delicious home-cooked meals are served daily plus the option to choose from the alternative 'Oakridge Diner Menu.'

Meals Included

Yes

Meals Per Day

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid

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Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Bertrand

Bed Count: 60

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: CHANCE, DON

CCN: 265678

Occupancy: 78.8%

Home Revenue: $5,145,452.00

Payroll Costs: $2,268,233.00

Payroll %: 44.1%

Avg Residents/Day: 53.70

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.6515

Health Insp Rating: 5/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 2/5

Oakridge of Plattsburg

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: MO 64477-8100

Bed Count: 60

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: SWYMELER, ROBERT

CCN: 265742

Occupancy: 88.1%

Home Revenue: $4,565,817.00

Payroll Costs: $2,424,604.00

Payroll %: 53.1%

Avg Residents/Day: 54.00

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.1051

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 3/5

Number of Fines: 3

Advanced Care of St Joseph

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: MO 64505-1872

Bed Count: 180

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: NORTH 18TH STREET CONSULTING LLC

CCN: 265754

Occupancy: 57.2%

Home Revenue: $5,504,210.00

Payroll Costs: $2,303,058.00

Payroll %: 41.8%

Avg Residents/Day: 141.10

Overall Rating: 1/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 2.1152

Health Insp Rating: 2/5

Staffing Rating: 1/5

QM Rating: 4/5

Number of Fines: 1

Amberwood Estates Nursing and Rehabilitation

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: MO 63121-1407

Bed Count: 115

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: BERMUDA DRIVE CONSULTING LLC

CCN: 265719

Occupancy: 81.7%

Home Revenue: $5,482,532.00

Payroll Costs: $3,052,207.00

Payroll %: 55.7%

Avg Residents/Day: 79.70

Overall Rating: 1/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 1.7169

Health Insp Rating: 2/5

Staffing Rating: 1/5

QM Rating: 2/5

Number of Fines: 4

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Type of care: AL HC IL MC

Community: Concordia

Pets Allowed: No

PLATTSBURG, MO 64477-8100

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Total Staff

Employees

Contractors

19,048

Total Hours (Quarter)

Avg Staff/Day

7.2

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	3	11.6	No
Licensed Practical Nurse	9	8.7	No
Certified Nursing Assistant	29	7.8	No

Staff by Category

Administration

2 staff

7.6hs shift avg

Nursing Staff

51 staff

8.1hs shift avg

Physicians & Practitioners

2 staff

7.3hs shift avg

Therapy Services

14 staff

3.3hs shift avg

Activities & Recreation

0 staff

0hs shift avg

Social Services

1 staff

3.3hs shift avg

Dietary Services

2 staff

8hs shift avg

Other Services

1 staff

7.6hs shift avg

Contractor Analysis

6.7%

of total hours from contractors

1,273 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Feeding Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Medical Director: 1

Role ⓘ	Employees ⓘ	Contractors ⓘ	Total Staff ⓘ	Total Hours ⓘ	Days Worked ⓘ	% of Days ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant	29	0	29	8,253	91	100%	7.8
Licensed Practical Nurse	9	0	9	2,910	91	100%	8.7
Nurse Aide in Training	5	0	5	1,583	88	97%	8.5
Medication Aide/Technician	3	0	3	1,421	91	100%	7.7
Other Dietary Services Staff	2	0	2	972	72	79%	8
Registered Nurse	3	0	3	756	62	68%	11.6
Speech Language Pathologist	0	5	5	601	81	89%	3.5
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	498	65	71%	7.7
Administrator	1	0	1	478	63	69%	7.6
Mental Health Service Worker	1	0	1	457	60	66%	7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist	1	0	1	448	65	71%	6.9
Physical Therapy Aide	0	2	2	287	64	70%	3.3
Qualified Social Worker	0	1	1	131	39	43%	3.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	1	1	78	25	27%	3.1
Feeding Assistant	0	2	2	47	23	25%	1.9
Physical Therapy Assistant	0	2	2	42	29	32%	1.4
Medical Director	0	1	1	40	5	5%	8
Occupational Therapy Assistant	0	2	2	24	3	3%	8
Occupational Therapy Aide	0	2	2	24	3	3%	8

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Total Health inspections 4

39% below Missouri average

Missouri average: 6.6

Last Health inspection on Nov 2025

Total Health citations 22

40% below Missouri average

Missouri average: 36.5

5.5 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 21 citations

Complaint investigations 1 citations

Breakdown of citations

Critical Health citations 0

100% below Missouri average

Missouri average: 0.7

Serious Health citations 1

Near Missouri average

Missouri average: 1.0

Moderate Health citations 21

Minor Health citations 0

Citations history (last 3 years)

Quality of Care serious citation Nov 17, 2025

Infection Control moderate citation Nov 21, 2024

Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Nov 21, 2024

Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Nov 21, 2024

Corrected

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation

Resident Census by Payment Source

55 Total Residents

Medicare 3 (5.5%)

Medicaid 33 (60%)

Private Pay/Other 19 (34.5%)

Programs & Services

Residents' Group

Nurse Aide Training

Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Active Resident Council

High-risk clinical events score 10.4

5% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 10.9

Functional decline score 16.4

16% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 19.5

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 17.0%

14% below Missouri average.

Walking Ability Worsened 19.5%

5% below Missouri average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 12.6%

30% below Missouri average.

Falls with Major Injury 4.3%

7% above Missouri average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 5.3%

5% above Missouri average.

Urinary Tract Infection 4.5%

66% above Missouri average.

Depressive Symptoms 2.1%

83% below Missouri average.

Antipsychotic Use 6.3%

71% below Missouri average.

Pneumococcal Vaccine 100.0%

17% above Missouri average.

Influenza Vaccine 100.0%

10% above Missouri average.

Lost Too Much Weight 5.7%

2% above Missouri average.

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 97.3%

46% better than Missouri average

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.0%

100% better than Missouri average

Influenza Vaccine 95.0%

50% better than Missouri average

Total fines amount $24K

This home paid 68% less in fines than the state average.

Missouri average: $73K

Number of Fines 3

This home received 23% more fines than the state average.

Missouri average: 2.4

Payment Denials 1

This home had 45% more payment denials than the state average.

Missouri average: 0.7

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Jun 20, 2023

$3K

Civil Money Penalty May 30, 2023

$7K

Civil Money Penalty Apr 7, 2023

$13K

Payment Denial Apr 7, 2023

10 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Oakridge of Plattsburg based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 88.1% ↓ 6.5pp vs 2022

Net Income $21,870 ↓ ~$629K vs 2022

Total Payroll $2,903,170 ↑ ~$277K vs 2022

Profit Margin 0.5% ↓ 14.9pp vs 2022

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Metric	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	91.9%	84.8%	87.0%	87.5%	83.3%	76.8%	83.5%	87.0%	90.7%	84.9%	94.7%	88.1%
Beds	60	60	60	60	60	60	60	60	60	60	60	60
Net Income	$164,027	-$96,275	-$45,547	-$6,286	-$108,539	-$103,520	$183,917	$119,546	$480,919	$196,472	$651,049	$21,870
Gross Revenue	$3,023,908	$3,267,763	$3,339,345	$3,395,602	$3,575,208	$3,203,101	$3,894,100	$3,913,175	$3,721,066	$3,534,602	$4,234,403	$4,565,817
Operating Expenses	$3,209,898	$3,182,807	$3,280,243	$3,224,285	$3,361,190	$3,197,496	$3,465,478	$3,572,541	$3,516,979	$4,166,278	$4,001,333	$4,406,179
Net Patient Revenue	$3,306,188	$3,060,392	$3,206,454	$3,195,083	$3,192,990	$3,073,292	$3,600,859	$3,623,000	$3,557,896	$3,458,778	$4,149,952	$4,354,046
Total Payroll	$2,090,884	$2,134,004	$2,156,100	$2,134,913	$2,405,426	$2,289,430	$2,463,791	$2,557,819	$2,326,972	$2,634,836	$2,625,931	$2,903,170
Profit Margin %	5.4%	-3.0%	-1.4%	-0.2%	-3.0%	-3.2%	4.7%	3.1%	12.9%	5.6%	15.4%	0.5%
Medicare %	8.2%	6.1%	6.3%	6.5%	9.0%	7.4%	11.2%	6.2%	3.7%	4.3%	5.7%	5.5%
Medicaid %	46.5%	51.9%	47.8%	38.9%	26.4%	24.5%	33.9%	40.4%	40.7%	48.6%	45.2%	40.3%
Private %	45.3%	42.0%	46.0%	54.6%	64.6%	68.1%	54.9%	53.3%	55.6%	47.1%	49.1%	54.2%
Revenue/Day	$164	$165	$168	$167	$175	$183	$197	$190	$179	$186	$200	$226
Cost/Day	$159	$171	$172	$168	$184	$190	$190	$188	$177	$224	$193	$228
Avg Length of Stay	124.5 days	226.4 days	334.3 days	684.0 days	175.9 days	184.8 days	128.8 days	204.8 days	2,212.9 days	1,161.4 days	668.7 days	521.6 days

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Missouri Medicaid A&D Waiver

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Missouri resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

MO Specifics: Rural access prioritized.

Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC)

MO SNC

General: Age 65+, Missouri resident, in approved facility.

Income Limits: ~$1,215/month (individual).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).

MO Specifics: Supplements SSI; facility-based only.

Structured Family Caregiving Waiver (SFCW)

Missouri Structured Family Caregiving Waiver

General: Age 65+, Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, NFLOC, dementia diagnosis, live with caregiver.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.

Asset Limits: $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).

MO Specifics: Caregiver must be family; small program size.

MO HealthNet Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Missouri MO HealthNet ABD

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,690/month (individual, projected); spenddown allowed.

Asset Limits: $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).

MO Specifics: Less intensive than waivers; statewide access.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Missouri Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Missouri resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

MO Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Missouri Caregiver Program (Customized Caregiver Training & Relief)

Missouri Caregiver Program

General: Caregivers of 60+ with dementia, Missouri resident, functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025): No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year individual).

Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.

MO Specifics: Administered via AAAs and Alzheimer’s Association; rural focus.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Missouri SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Missouri resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

MO Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Missouri VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Missouri resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).

MO Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Oakridge of Plattsburg

Oakridge of Plattsburg is a Nursing Home in Missouri

Oakridge of Plattsburg is a Nursing Home in Missouri

Oakridge of Plattsburg

Oakridge of Plattsburg is a Nursing Home in Missouri

Oakridge of Plattsburg is a Nursing Home in Missouri

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Smaller home

This home usually has limited availability

Who this home usually serves

Primarily short stays

Breakdown by payment type

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Private pay

Medicaid

Finances and operations

About this community

Additional licensing details

Ownership & operating entity

Care Services

All Levels of Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Pricing & Financial Information

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Access & Eligibility

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Health Inspection History

Breakdown of citations

Citations history (last 3 years)

Facility Characteristics

Resident Census by Payment Source

Programs & Services

Family Engagement

Quality of care over time

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Daily care & independence

Safety & clinical stability

Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Preventive care

Nutrition & physical health

Short-stay resident measures

Penalties and fines

Penalty History

Financial Trends

Occupancy Rate

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix

Revenue vs Cost Per Patient Day

Guides for Better Senior Living

Eldertainment

Financial Aid for Missouri Seniors

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC)

Structured Family Caregiving Waiver (SFCW)

MO HealthNet Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Missouri Caregiver Program (Customized Caregiver Training & Relief)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

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