Nursing Homes in Lincoln, Kansas
Lincoln has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 36 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Kansas's state average of 2.9 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.11 vs state
Total Beds
36
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
25 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Lincoln
Lincoln Park Manor Inc
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About Nursing Home Care in Lincoln
The nursing home market in Lincoln, KS, presents limited options for families seeking care for their loved ones. The standout is Lincoln Park Manor, which maintains a clean record with zero fines in the last three years. However, with only one facility in the area, families may find the choices quite constricted. Overall, while Lincoln Park Manor is operational and has some positive attributes, the market lacks robust competition and diversity in care options.
Given the limited options in Lincoln, families should consider visiting Lincoln Park Manor as it boasts a well-staffed environment, ensuring that residents receive adequate attention and care. Unfortunately, there are no other facilities in Lincoln to compare. Therefore, if you’re open to traveling, nearby cities like Salina or Hays may offer additional alternatives worth exploring.
Fortunately, there are no nursing homes in Lincoln with major red flags, so families do not need to avoid any specific facilities due to severe issues. However, always approach any facility with a critical eye. When visiting Lincoln Park Manor, make sure to ask about staff-to-resident ratios and observe the interactions between staff and residents to ensure a warm, compassionate environment.
Lincoln at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Lincoln is stable
Questions Lincoln Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Lincoln avg is 0.41 hrs (25 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Lincoln facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Lincoln, Kansas
Lincoln, Kansas's Lincoln County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 36 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Lincoln vs. Kansas: Near State Average
Lincoln nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Kansas's statewide average of 2.89 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Lincoln, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Lincoln
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Lincoln facilities average 0.41 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Lincoln resident receives approximately 25 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Lincoln facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Lincoln has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Kansas cities for additional options. The following Kansas cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Wichita — 22 facilities
- Topeka — 14 facilities
- Overland Park — 13 facilities
- Olathe — 9 facilities
- Salina — 6 facilities
- Kansas City — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Lincoln, Kansas?
Lincoln has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 36 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Kansas's state average of 2.9 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Lincoln?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Lincoln include:
- • Lincoln Park Manor Inc — Grade C+, 60/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Lincoln nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Lincoln as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Lincoln Nursing Homes
Lincoln offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.