Nursing Homes in Westmoreland, Kansas
Westmoreland has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 40 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
40
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
50 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets 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 Westmoreland
Westy Community Care Home
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About Nursing Home Care in Westmoreland
In the realm of nursing home care, Westmoreland, KS, does not present a favorable market. The standout is Westy Community Care Home, but it carries a concerning Grade F. Overall, families should be cautious, as the options here are limited and troubling, making it wise to explore alternatives in neighboring areas.
Unfortunately, there are no specific facilities in Westmoreland that come highly recommended. Westy Community Care Home is the only facility available, but it lacks the necessary standards to ensure quality care. With no good options on hand, families should consider looking into nursing homes in nearby cities like Manhattan or Junction City, where they may find better-rated facilities with stronger track records.
Families should definitively skip Westy Community Care Home due to its poor rating and failure to meet essential care standards. This facility has serious issues, including a Grade F rating, which indicates significant deficiencies in care. When visiting any facility, make sure to ask specific questions about staffing ratios, care practices, and resident satisfaction to ensure you're making an informed decision for your loved one.
Westmoreland at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Westmoreland is stable
Questions Westmoreland 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; Westmoreland avg is 0.83 hrs (50 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Westmoreland facilities have 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 Westmoreland, Kansas
Westmoreland, Kansas's Pottawatomie County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 40 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Westmoreland vs. Kansas: Near State Average
Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland, 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: Meeting Standards in Westmoreland
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.
Westmoreland facilities average 0.83 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Westmoreland resident receives approximately 50 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Westmoreland 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
Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland, Kansas?
Westmoreland has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 40 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 Westmoreland?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Westmoreland include:
- • Westy Community Care Home — Grade F, 36/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Westmoreland nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland Nursing Homes
Westmoreland 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.