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Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living

4851 Harvard Rd, Lawrence, KS 66049

Independent Living Assisted Living Nursing Home Skilled Nursing
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,072
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,129
Two Bedroom
Estimated $6,308

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,038
  • Average State Price: $4,782
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living Description

    Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living is a community that offers independent living, assisted living, nursing care and skilled nursing and is about 3.8 miles outside Lawrence, Kansas and is part of the Midwest Health network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 making it the 9th highest rated community in the city out of 11 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 3 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    7.7
    Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 23 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 9 out of 11 communities in Lawrence
  • Ranking in State: 344 out of 482 communities in KS
  • Activities B

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care A

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    6.2
    Midwest Health
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 120 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Kansas

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews for Pioneer Ridge:

    • Some residents have moved to other facilities due to various reasons.
    • Strengths include access to a reputable doctor, dedicated long-term employees, engaging activities, and a caring kitchen staff.
    • Concerns about staffing shortages, with reports of missing money and personal items.
    • Several complaints about the facility being poorly managed, with instances of dishonesty from the administration and inadequate care.
    • Positive remarks about the physical therapy staff and a few commendable nurses despite overall staffing issues.
    • Some visitors and former employees have had negative experiences, citing a lack of respect for residents and unsanitary conditions.
    • However, there are acknowledgments of the hard work and care provided by nurses, aides, and the hospice team, making some family members feel more at ease.

    Overall, reviews for Pioneer Ridge are mixed, with some highlighting caring staff and activities, while others raise serious concerns about management, staffing, and resident care.


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    Health

    Certified staff on duty 24 hours a day

    Licensed nurse on call 24 hours a day

    Licensed health care services

    24-hour emergency communication system

    Medication management

    Diabetic care management


    Services

    Weekly housekeeping & laundry services

    Housekeeping & flat linen service

    All interior/exterior maintenance

    Monitored grounds

    24-hour staffing

    Social services


    Activities

    Activities program

    Social, educational, and recreational activities

    Life enrichment program with daily activities


    Community Amenities

    Pub

    Bistro

    Library

    Movie Theater

    Art Room

    Fitness center


    Room Amenities

    Full kitchen

    Full-size refrigerator

    Range

    Dishwasher

    Microwave

    Washer and dryer


    Dining

    Three home-cooked meals each day

    Accommodations for special dietary needs

    Outdoor dining


    Transportation

    Scheduled transportation

    Covered parking available for a small fee


    Pet

    Pet-Friendly apartment homes



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 3
    Health inspection rating: 3
    Staffing rating: 2
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 1
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: July 12, 2001
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 76
    Total current residents: 48
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 1
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 2
    Total cost of fines: $12561


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Construction Deficiencies Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 D Smoke Deficiencies Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Smoke Deficiencies Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Smoke Deficiencies Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2021-12-14 2021-12-21 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-09 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-09 E Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-09 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-09 E Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-09 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-09 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Develop a communication plan.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish emergency prep training and testing.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 D Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 D Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 D Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Egress Deficiencies Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 E Smoke Deficiencies Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2018-06-28 2018-07-31 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-02-07 2023-01-27 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-11-17 2021-12-30 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
    2021-11-17 2021-12-30 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2021-11-17 2021-12-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
    2021-11-17 2021-12-30 E Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    2021-11-17 2021-12-30 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2021-11-17 2021-12-30 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2021-11-17 2021-12-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
    2021-11-17 2021-12-30 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2019-12-04 2020-01-08 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
    2020-09-10 2020-10-18 F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2018-11-07 2018-12-07 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2018-11-07 2018-12-07 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2021-11-17 $3,250
    2023-02-07 $9,311

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Lawrence which is 3.8 miles away and has a population of 93,917 (large town).
    • The average income is $87,313, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 80
      • Low Temperature: 32
      • Average Temperature: 57.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 129 days of rain, 19 days of snow and 215 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.7 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 27.4 years old, very low compared to other cities.
    • 3.18% of the population are Veterans which is a very low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 9.26% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 4% American Indian and Alaska Native, 6% Asian, 5% Black or African-American, 6% Hispanic or Latino, and 77% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 6.37 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.84 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.31 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.35 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.15 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Dillons
    0.2 miles away
    Sprouts Farmers Market
    0.4 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    0.5 miles away
    Hy-Vee
    2.0 miles away
    The Merc Co+op
    2.4 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Learned Hall (Engineering)
    2.9 miles away
    Green Hall
    2.9 miles away
    15
    2.9 miles away
    16
    3.0 miles away
    Naismith Dr west of Murphy
    3.0 miles away

    Banks

    Emprise Bank
    0.1 miles away
    Central National Bank
    0.2 miles away
    Bank Midwest
    0.3 miles away
    Sunflower Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Douglas County Bank
    0.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Lawrence Memorial Hospital
    3.0 miles away
    St. Francis Health Center
    21.8 miles away
    The Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital
    21.8 miles away
    Stormont Vail Health
    21.8 miles away
    Kansas Neurological Institute
    22.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Dillons Pharmacy
    0.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    0.4 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.4 miles away
    Cedar Creek Pharmacy
    17.3 miles away
    The Medicine Store
    22.2 miles away

    Dentists

    Legends Dental
    0.2 miles away
    Wakarusa Oral Surgery, L.C.
    0.3 miles away
    Gentle Dentistry, P.A.
    0.3 miles away
    Ranjbar Orthodontics
    0.4 miles away
    Peterson, Krische & Van Horn, DDS
    0.6 miles away

    Parks

    Quail Run Park
    0.2 miles away
    Conrad & Viola McGrew Nature Preserve
    0.3 miles away
    DeVictor Park
    0.6 miles away
    Quail Run Neigborhood
    0.7 miles away
    Dad Perry Park
    1.0 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Walnut Grove Methodist Episcopal Church
    20.8 miles away
    Saint Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church
    20.9 miles away
    First Presbyterian Church of Topeka, Kansas
    20.9 miles away
    First Presbyterian Church
    20.9 miles away
    Family of God Church
    21.0 miles away

    Shopping

    Brookwood Shopping Center
    22.1 miles away

    Culture

    Theatre Lawrence
    0.4 miles away
    Lied Center of Kansas
    2.4 miles away
    Crafton-Preyer Theatre
    3.0 miles away
    Wonder Fair
    3.7 miles away
    The Jayhawker at The Eldridge
    3.7 miles away

    Restaurants

    Sandwich Bowl
    0.2 miles away
    China House
    0.2 miles away
    The Big Biscuit
    0.2 miles away
    Johnny's Tavern West
    0.2 miles away
    J. Wilson's
    0.2 miles away

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