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Sandstone Heights Nursing Home

440 State Street, Little River, KS 67457

Independent Living Assisted Living Nursing Home
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,439

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,267
  • Average State Price: $4,782
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Sandstone Heights Nursing Home Description

    Sandstone Heights Nursing Home is a community that offers independent living, assisted living and nursing care and is about 19.3 miles outside the town of McPherson, Kansas. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.6 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 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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    Community Reviews

    8.6
    Sandstone Heights Nursing Home
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 26 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 1 communities in Little River
  • Ranking in State: 212 out of 482 communities in KS


  • Review Summary

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

    Review Summary:

    • One visitor expressed concern over the facility's cleanliness and the potential risk of COVID-19 due to the facility's dingy appearance.
    • Positive feedback includes appreciation for the ongoing remodeling and expansion efforts, enhancing the facility's appeal.
    • Staff professionalism and effective handling of situations, especially during challenging times, were highlighted, bringing comfort to family members visiting their loved ones.
    • Several reviews noted the facility's cleanliness and the friendly atmosphere for visitors, contributing to a welcoming environment.
    • Personal experiences shared by family members and friends of residents reflect a sense of community and care, with mentions of good people and satisfactory care for loved ones.
    • One review shared a personal loss, indicating the emotional connections formed within the facility's community.
    • The facility is described as a favorite by one reviewer, specifically noting its cleanliness.
    • Personal stories and recommendations suggest a warm and caring environment, with specific mentions of clean rooms and no unpleasant odors, making it recommendable to others.


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    Health

    Therapy

    Pet Therapy

    Physical Therapy

    Licensed Nurses

    Respite Care

    Assistance with Daily Activities


    Services

    All Utilities

    Weekly Housekeeping

    Meals on Wheels

    Dressing


    Activities

    Bible Study

    Church Service

    Sing-A-Longs

    Holiday / Birthday Parties

    Pie & Ice Cream Social

    Shopping Trips


    Community Amenities

    Attached Garage

    Exercise Room

    Security

    Reserved Parking

    Room Service

    Emergency Call Systems


    Room Amenities

    Laundry Room

    Kitchenette

    Telephone

    Walk-In Closet

    Private Bath

    Living Rooms


    Dining

    Meals/Dietary

    Modern Kitchen

    Nutritious Daily Menus

    Selective Menu

    Private Dining

    Family-Style Dining


    Transportation

    Transportation

    Shopping Trips


    Pet

    Pet Therapy



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

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


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Oct. 1, 2008
    Ownership type: Government
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 36
    Total current residents: 28
    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: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    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
    2023-07-12 2023-07-31 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
    2023-07-12 2023-07-31 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2023-07-12 2023-07-31 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
    2023-07-12 2023-07-31 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2023-07-12 2023-07-31 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2023-07-12 2023-07-31 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2023-07-12 2023-07-31 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2023-07-12 2023-07-31 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
    2021-12-02 2021-12-22 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2021-12-02 2021-12-22 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2021-12-02 2021-12-22 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2021-12-02 2021-12-22 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.
    2021-12-02 2021-12-22 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2019-11-13 2019-12-06 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2019-11-13 2019-12-06 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2019-11-13 2019-12-06 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-11-13 2019-12-06 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-06-15 nan D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
    2023-06-15 nan D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2023-06-15 nan D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
    2023-06-15 nan 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.
    2023-06-15 nan D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2023-06-15 nan F Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
    2023-06-15 nan 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.
    2023-06-15 nan F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2023-06-15 nan F Environmental Deficiencies Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-10 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.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-10 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.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-10 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-10 E Infection Control Deficiencies Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-10 F Infection Control Deficiencies Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-06-08 $650

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is McPherson which is 19.3 miles away and has a population of 13,144 (small town).
    • The average income is $60,866, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 34
      • Average Temperature: 59.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 103 days of rain, 22 days of snow and 238 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.4 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.63 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Alco
    11.5 miles away
    Dillons
    16.7 miles away
    Dillon's
    19.1 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    21.2 miles away
    ALDI
    23.4 miles away

    Transportation

    Kansas State Fair Train Depot
    22.8 miles away
    Hutchinson
    24.2 miles away

    None Found

    Banks

    Sunflower Bank
    19.1 miles away
    Peoples Bank and Trust
    19.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Rice County District Hospital
    11.5 miles away
    McPherson Hospital
    18.8 miles away
    Lindsborg Community Hospital
    21.6 miles away
    Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
    23.1 miles away
    Summit Surgical
    23.1 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    22.1 miles away

    Dentists

    Family Dental Center
    18.8 miles away
    Ken Cotton DDS
    19.2 miles away
    Lindsborg Family Dental Care
    22.5 miles away

    Parks

    Little River City Park
    0.4 miles away
    Community Memorial Park
    0.5 miles away
    Lyons
    9.7 miles away
    Lyons Park
    10.9 miles away
    West Park
    11.2 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Hutchinson Mall
    23.7 miles away

    Culture

    Culbertson Auditorium
    16.2 miles away
    McPherson Opera House
    19.2 miles away
    Wesley Black Fine Arts Center
    19.2 miles away
    McPherson High School Theatre
    19.8 miles away
    Mingenback Theatre
    20.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Dos Amigos
    16.8 miles away
    J D's Kwik Burger
    18.7 miles away
    Knackies
    19.1 miles away
    Main Street Deli
    19.1 miles away
    Neighbors Cafe
    19.1 miles away

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