Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Dec 2025

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Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is a 76-bed nursing facility offering a care continuum including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rapid recovery services in Lawrence, Kansas. Privately owned and operated by Ann Bell, the community serves Douglas County residents across multiple care levels.
The inspection record is a major decision factor. Over the past seven years, Pioneer Ridge recorded 140 total deficiencies, roughly 85 percent above Kansas state average of 6 per year. Three recent findings carry particular weight: a March 2025 complaint investigation resulted in an immediate jeopardy determination after a resident with documented peanut allergies was served a peanut butter cookie, suffered anaphylaxis, and was hospitalized; an August 2025 substantiated complaint found the facility failed to report an abuse allegation to the state agency as required; and the December 2025 annual survey cited 16 deficiencies, including staff narcotics misappropriation that led to termination. The facility holds a 2-star CMS rating, driven primarily by a health inspection score 24.8 percent below Kansas’ average. Staffing runs counter to the overall picture; nurse hours of 4h 25m per resident per day sit about 11 percent above state average.
On-site activities are available. Offerings feature rehabilitation services, memory care, respite care, and a rapid recovery program for post-acute stays.
Pioneer Ridge fits residents and families seeking a multi-level campus in Lawrence. It’s where care can be transitioned across independent, assisted, and skilled nursing settings, specifically those pursuing short-term post-acute or quick recovery stays.
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is administrated by Deja Rhodeman.
In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.
Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Dec 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.
33 of 52 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 52 resulted from complaint investigations; and 15 of 52 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 64 | 0 | 64 | 11,333 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapist | 26 | 0 | 26 | 5,925 | 92 | 100% | 6.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,288 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,985 | 92 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,785 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,722 | 74 | 80% | 6.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,076 | 69 | 75% | 8.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 985 | 74 | 80% | 7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 812 | 58 | 63% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 545 | 62 | 67% | 8.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 381 | 50 | 54% | 7.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 234 | 73 | 79% | 2.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 133 | 36 | 39% | 3.2 |
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
Mar 19, 2025 · $23K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
85% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
15% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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Estimated distance in miles from Lawrence's city center to Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is located in LAWRENCE, Kansas.
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Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is in the Lawrence Cultural District neighborhood of LAWRENCE.
The legal owner and operator of Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is Pioneer Ridge Llc.
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to KS state health department records, Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community's license number is 175445.
Deja Rhodeman is the administrator of Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community.
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community has 76 beds.
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