Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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Via Christi Village Hays Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 96-bed skilled nursing facility located at 2225 Canterbury Drive in Hays, Kansas. Classified as a voluntary nonprofit with Catholic roots, the center provides a broad care spectrum—including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing—to the residents of Ellis County.
As a skilled nursing facility (SNF), the community provides 24-hour clinical care and rehabilitation under the federal Medicare and Medicaid frameworks. The facility received the 2022 Health Quality Innovator of the Year Award for its focus on patient engagement and population health. While it currently carries a 1-out-of-5-star overall CMS rating, recent 2026 filings show a health inspection score trending significantly below state averages. Notably, the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on current focused health filings through 2026. Occupancy remains strong at approximately 88%, reflecting consistent demand for its 84 occupied units.
The facility’s staffing model is a primary differentiator, providing 4 hours and 34 minutes of daily nursing care per resident—well above the state average of 4 hours and 4 minutes. Registered Nurse (RN) coverage is particularly high at 59 minutes per day (37% above average), which is the strongest showing in the Hays market set. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and nurse aide (CNA) hours also exceed state benchmarks, ensuring comprehensive bedside oversight. The interdisciplinary medical team provides specialized clinical programs, including post-stroke recovery, diabetes management, and chronic pulmonary care, supported by on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapists.
The newly renovated center features private and semi-private suites with individually controlled heat and air conditioning. All-inclusive services cover restaurant-style dining with therapeutic dietary accommodations, weekly housekeeping, and personal laundry. Residents have access to a top-tier therapy gym equipped with advanced Nu-Step machines for functional recovery. Campus life is supported by a diverse activities calendar including arts and crafts, day trips, and religious services, while the facility is pet-friendly and features secure courtyards for those with cognitive needs.
Individuals seeking a nonprofit, church-affiliated environment with high nurse-to-resident ratios and a full interdisciplinary medical team may find this setting appropriate. Prospected residents should contact the administrator directly to discuss current bed availability, as occupancy remains near capacity, and schedule an in-person tour to assess the 2026 quality performance and specialized rehabilitation equipment firsthand.
Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC is administrated by John Vanhook.
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
| 337 | 100 | This facility has 237% more total deficiencies than a typical Kansas nursing home (337 vs. KS avg 100).↑ 237% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 22.5 | 6.7 | This facility has 236% more deficiencies per year than a typical Kansas nursing home (22.5 vs. KS avg 6.7).↑ 236% worse |
Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Jul 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.
40 of 48 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 48 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 48 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.
Total hours from contractors
4,376 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 97 | 18 | 115 | 18,279 | 92 | 100% | 7 |
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 9 | 27 | 7,290 | 92 | 100% | 10 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 26 | 2 | 28 | 4,608 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 7 | 16 | 3,342 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,073 | 68 | 74% | 5.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,056 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 633 | 64 | 70% | 6.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 502 | 63 | 68% | 5.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 320 | 50 | 54% | 6.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 296 | 66 | 72% | 4.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 224 | 53 | 58% | 4.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 220 | 69 | 75% | 2.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 173 | 65 | 71% | 2.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 126 | 61 | 66% | 2.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 44 | 17 | 18% | 2.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 37 | 40% | 0.8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2025
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.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
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.
44% 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
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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 Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC 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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Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC is located in HAYS, Kansas.
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The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
| Lexington Park Assisted Living |
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. | Topeka (West Southwest 2) | 60
Facility
60
KS AVG
69
Rank
#94 / 224 | - | - | 4.49
Facility
4.49
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#74 / 141 | -50% | -3% | $0
Facility
$0
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#1 / 144 | 8
Facility
8
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#6 / 143 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#3 / 143 | - | 80 | A+ |
60
Facility
60
KS AVG
46
Rank
#99 / 363 | Floyd Eaton | $10.9M
Facility
$10.9M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#47 / 144 | $4.3M
Facility
$4.3M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#64 / 144 | 39.7%
Facility
39.7%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#129 / 144 | 175154 | ||||
| Lakeview Village |
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.
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. | Lenexa | 184
Facility
184
KS AVG
69
Rank
#3 / 224 |
69.6%
Facility
69.6%
KS AVG
79.5%
Rank
#155 / 218 | -12% | 7.23
Facility
7.23
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#1 / 141 | -23% | +56% | $35.6k
Facility
$35.6k
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#83 / 144 | 18
Facility
18
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#37 / 143 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#37 / 143 | 2 | 115 | A+ |
54
Facility
54
KS AVG
46
Rank
#138 / 363 | Lakeview Village, Inc. | $66.9M
Facility
$66.9M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#1 / 144 | $29.7M
Facility
$29.7M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#1 / 144 | 44.5%
Facility
44.5%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#108 / 144 | 175242 | ||||
| Colonial Village Overland Park |
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.
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. | Overland Park | 82
Facility
82
KS AVG
69
Rank
#56 / 224 | - | - | 4.73
Facility
4.73
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#60 / 141 | -36% | +2% | $0
Facility
$0
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#66 / 144 | 28
Facility
28
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#86 / 143 | 9.3
Facility
9.3
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#129 / 143 | 1 | 37 | - |
45
Facility
45
KS AVG
46
Rank
#199 / 363 | Dan Chik | $11.6M
Facility
$11.6M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#38 / 144 | $4.7M
Facility
$4.7M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#53 / 144 | 40.7%
Facility
40.7%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#127 / 144 | 175560 | ||||
| Garden Terrace at Overland Park |
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. | Overland Park | 163
Facility
163
KS AVG
69
Rank
#5 / 224 |
86.5%
Facility
86.5%
KS AVG
79.5%
Rank
#79 / 218 | +9% | 4.41
Facility
4.41
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#82 / 141 | -19% | -5% | $87.8k
Facility
$87.8k
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#117 / 144 | 45
Facility
45
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#122 / 143 | 6.4
Facility
6.4
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#93 / 143 | 2 | 143 | - |
59
Facility
59
KS AVG
46
Rank
#104 / 363 | Debra Biehl | $22.9M
Facility
$22.9M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#10 / 144 | $12.0M
Facility
$12.0M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#9 / 144 | 52.3%
Facility
52.3%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#65 / 144 | 175158 | ||||
| Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC |
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. | Hays | 96
Facility
96
KS AVG
69
Rank
#40 / 224 |
87.5%
Facility
87.5%
KS AVG
79.5%
Rank
#67 / 218 | +10% | 5.44
Facility
5.44
KS AVG
4.63
Rank
#31 / 141 | +24% | +17% | $104.8k
Facility
$104.8k
KS AVG
$49.2k
Rank
#102 / 144 | 48
Facility
48
KS AVG
26.9
Rank
#126 / 143 | 6.9
Facility
6.9
KS AVG
6.1
Rank
#101 / 143 | 3 | 89 | - |
76
Facility
76
KS AVG
46
Rank
#32 / 363 | Sharon Leuenberger | $11.9M
Facility
$11.9M
KS AVG
$7.3M
Rank
#35 / 144 | $4.4M
Facility
$4.4M
KS AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#62 / 144 | 37.4%
Facility
37.4%
KS AVG
47.9%
Rank
#137 / 144 | 175498 |
The legal owner and operator of Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC is Kfar Hatzir Llc.
Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to KS state health department records, Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC's license number is 175498.
Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC's occupancy is 88%.
John Vanhook is the administrator of Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC.
Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC has 96 beds.
Via Christi Village Hays Ks LLC is located at 2225 CANTERBURY DR.
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