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Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehabilitation
9700 W 62Nd Street, Merriam, KS 66203
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Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehabilitation Description
Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehabilitation is a community that offers assisted living, nursing care, respite care and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Merriam, Kansas. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 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.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews of Merriam Gardens show a mix of experiences, with many highlighting the caring and knowledgeable staff, excellent service, and the facility's cleanliness and orderliness. Several reviewers praised the staff for their hard work and dedication to residents' well-being, mentioning that the facility goes above and beyond in caring for its residents, treating them like family, and maintaining a high level of customer service. Activities and rehabilitation services were also commended, contributing to a positive environment for residents.
However, some reviews express serious concerns about the facility, including allegations of neglect, unprofessional behavior, and inadequate care. Issues such as poor communication, lack of proper medical attention, and unsatisfactory living conditions were mentioned. There were also complaints about the quality of food, cleanliness, and overall management of the facility.
Positive feedback from staff members about their work environment and the teamwork at Merriam Gardens contrasts sharply with negative reviews from some family members about the care their loved ones received. While some employees feel they make a difference in residents' lives, some family members have reported experiences that led them to question the facility's operation and care standards.
Overall, the reviews of Merriam Gardens present a complex picture, with many expressing satisfaction with the care and environment, while others raise significant concerns that potential residents and their families may wish to consider.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 2
Quality measure rating: 3
Long-term quality measure rating:
2
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Feb. 1, 1981
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 120
Total current residents: 79
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: None
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 1
Number of
substantiated complaints: 11
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 10
Total cost of fines: $42020
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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth 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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. |
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. |
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. |
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
2023-03-13 | 2023-04-28 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
2021-07-14 | 2021-08-18 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
2019-09-05 | 2019-09-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
2019-09-05 | 2019-09-23 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
2019-09-05 | 2019-09-23 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
2019-09-05 | 2019-09-23 | F | 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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | F | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | F | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | D | 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. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | 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. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
2023-04-26 | 2023-06-09 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
2023-02-16 | 2023-03-24 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. |
2023-02-16 | 2023-03-24 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
2023-02-16 | 2023-03-24 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
2023-02-16 | 2023-03-24 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
2023-02-16 | 2023-03-24 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. |
2023-02-16 | 2023-03-24 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
2023-02-16 | 2023-03-24 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
2023-02-16 | 2023-03-24 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
2022-04-26 | nan | C | Infection Control Deficiencies | Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 |
2021-12-08 | 2022-02-11 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
2021-06-21 | 2021-07-22 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
2021-06-21 | 2021-07-22 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
2021-06-21 | 2021-07-22 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. |
2021-06-21 | 2021-07-22 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. |
2021-06-21 | 2021-07-22 | 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. |
2021-06-21 | 2021-07-22 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
2019-10-29 | 2019-11-29 | C | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. |
2019-10-29 | 2019-11-29 | F | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. |
2019-10-29 | 2019-11-29 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
2019-10-29 | 2019-11-29 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. |
2019-10-29 | 2019-11-29 | 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. |
2019-10-29 | 2019-11-29 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
2019-10-29 | 2019-11-29 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. |
2019-10-29 | 2019-11-29 | E | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
Fines
Fine Date | Fine Amount |
---|---|
2018-10-24 | $11,139 |
2021-06-21 | $15,000 |
2021-11-29 | $650 |
2022-06-21 | $4,194 |
2022-07-11 | $2,098 |
2022-07-18 | $2,447 |
2022-07-18 | $2,466 |
2022-07-25 | $2,797 |
2022-07-25 | $2,818 |
2022-08-02 | $3,170 |
2022-08-02 | $3,147 |
2022-08-08 | $3,496 |
2022-08-08 | $3,523 |
2022-08-16 | $3,846 |
2022-08-16 | $3,875 |
2022-08-22 | $4,227 |
2022-08-22 | $4,196 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Merriam which is 0.5 miles away and has a population of 11,288 (small town).
- The average income is $56,439, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 81
- Low Temperature: 31
- Average Temperature: 57.7
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 137 days of rain, 23 days of snow and 203 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.0 inches a year
- The crime rate is 14.22 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 2.25 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 7.64 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 3.18 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.72 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 140.0, Moderate Days 41.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Price Chopper
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1.7 miles awayTarget
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Banks
Community First Bank
0.4 miles awayU.S. Bank
0.7 miles awayCommerce Bank
0.8 miles awayCentral Bank
0.9 miles awayCapitol Federal Savings Bank
1.0 miles awayHospitals
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
1.4 miles awayKU MedWest
4.4 miles awayUniversity of Kansas Medical Center
5.3 miles awayOverland Park Regional Medical Center
5.6 miles awaySaint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
6.1 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
0.8 miles awayCVS
1.0 miles awayHy-Vee Pharmacy
1.9 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
2.2 miles awayGrainland Pharmacy
3.5 miles awayDentists
Kiene Dental Group
0.8 miles awayMartin Family Dentistry
0.9 miles awayFry Orthodontics
1.5 miles awayShawnee Modern Dentistry
3.8 miles awaySweet Tooth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
3.9 miles awayParks
Campbell Park
0.1 miles awayChatlain Park
0.2 miles awayPioneer Crossing Park
0.4 miles awayDouglas Highlands Park
0.4 miles awayMerriam Historic Plaza
0.5 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Beggars Table Church & Art Gallery
7.8 miles awayShopping
Cherokee Hills Shopping Center
4.2 miles awayOak Park Mall
4.5 miles awayCountry Club Plaza
5.8 miles awayCrown Center Shops
7.7 miles awayLegends Outlets Kansas City
10.0 miles awayCulture
Fire Circle
0.9 miles awayAztec Fine Arts Theater
1.0 miles awayTallulahBelle's
2.7 miles awaythe [un]studio
2.7 miles awayR.G. Endres Gallery
4.1 miles awayRestaurants
El Pulgarcito
0.4 miles awayBilski's Bar & Grill
0.5 miles awayAnita's Cuisine
0.5 miles awayDenny's
0.5 miles awayPegah's
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