Waldron Place Senior Living
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Hospice Care · Hutchinson, KS
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Waldron Place Senior Living

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Hospice Care · Hutchinson, KS
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Waldron Place Senior Living accepts private pay.

Overview of Waldron Place Senior Living

Live the lifestyle you prefer with the multi-awarded senior living community of Waldron Place Senior Living by Americare set in the serene residential street of East 23rd Avenue, Hutchinson, KS, provides a wide array of senior living options. These include assisted living, memory care, respite, hospice, adult day club, home health care, and rehabilitation. Have a peaceful and safe retirement within the snug and well-built residences of Waldron Place in a selection of studio floor plans. With its dedication to delivering top-tier care and assistance, residents enjoy their best years without worries.

Proving its exceptional quality, Waldron Place was awarded the Best of the Best by Hutchinson News for four consecutive years. The community conducts enjoyable activities and engaging programs for seniors to maintain a happy and well-connected lifestyle. Eat well and satisfy your cravings with delectable and well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. Waldron Place is great for seniors aiming to gain meaningful experiences and have a wondrous retirement with its stunning amenities and lively environment.

(620) 860-0302

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 3.8% Above KS avg. ▲ 3.8% Above KS avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 8.6% Above KS avg. ▲ 8.6% Above KS avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 15.7% Above KS avg. ▲ 15.7% Above KS avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 29.4% Above KS avg. ▲ 29.4% Above KS avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Kansas state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 15th out of 141 homes in Kansas. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 46m per day
Rank #15 / 141Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 141 homes in Kansas. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Kansas average, with a ranking across 141 Kansas SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Kansas avg (4h 38m per day)
vs Kansas avg
+25%

0 of 1 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend Total Nursing is +11% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 1m per day ▲ 11% State avg: 3h 38m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day

Types of Care at Waldron Place Senior Living

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care Hospice Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy than the Kansas average: 79.5%
Occupancy rate
58.1% Rank #186 / 217Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 186th out of 217 homes in Kansas. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 217. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
748 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 32 / 100 Rank #252 / 363Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 252nd out of 363 homes in Kansas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Kansas SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 83
Employees 83
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 2.13:1
5% worse than Kansas average
Kansas average ratio: 2.24:1 Kansas average ratio: 2.24:1See full Kansas ranking
Avg staff/day 29
Average shift 7.3 hours
5% worse than Kansas average
Kansas average: 7.7 hours Kansas average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full Kansas ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 19,392

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 5
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 24
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0%

0 contractor hours this quarter

No contractor roles were reported this quarter.

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant240246,27892100%7
Medication Aide/Technician160164,35692100%9.5
Physical Therapist230233,43692100%5.1
Licensed Practical Nurse6061,91592100%10.7
Dental Services Staff2028806166%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist3037546975%7.9
Administrator1015126470%8
Dietitian1014586267%7.4
Nurse Practitioner1014435661%7.9
Registered Nurse5052783740%6.3
Nurse Aide in Training101831921%4.3
24 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
16 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
23 Physical Therapist
% of Days 100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 66%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 75%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 61%
5 Registered Nurse
% of Days 40%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 21%

Penalties and fines

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.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.5
47% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 10.9
47% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 20.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 10.3%
46% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 4.7%
76% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 17.7%
25% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 23.8%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.9%
34% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.6%
24% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.7%
17% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.2%
38% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.3%
56% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.0%
47% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 16.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.8%
6% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.7%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 95.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 73.3%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 75.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Private pay

100% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 39
Medicaid
24
61.5% of residents
Private pay or other
15
38.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$3.5M
Profit
$125.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$3.5M Rank #130 / 144Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 144 homes in Kansas. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Kansas SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$125.7K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #129 / 144Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th out of 144 homes in Kansas. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Kansas average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$2.0M
57.7% of revenue Rank #44 / 144Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 144 homes in Kansas. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Kansas average. Well-run Kansas SNFs typically land around 57–67% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.3M
Total costs $3.3M

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 237 - 429 / 512 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

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

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Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hutchinson's city center to Waldron Place Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
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Waldron Place Senior Living is located in Hutchinson, Kansas.
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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Kansas 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).
KS

Requires care level assessment.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+
General Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
KS

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Homemaker services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kansas 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).
KS

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
KS

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kansas 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
KS

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Waldron Place Senior Living

Is Waldron Place Senior Living in a walkable area?

Waldron Place Senior Living has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the phone number of Waldron Place Senior Living?

(620) 860-0302 will put you in contact with the team at Waldron Place Senior Living.

Is Waldron Place Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Waldron Place Senior Living is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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