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Kingswood Senior Living

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

10000 Wornall Road, South Kansas City · Kansas City, MO 6411486 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.2/5

based on 53 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Kingswood offers a well-regarded rehab program and a strong sense of community, making it a viable option for many. However, families should be vigilant regarding medical oversight and staffing; we recommend asking specifically about current nurse-to-patient ratios and how the facility handles medical emergencies or medication adjustments.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

53 reviews on Google
Kingswood Senior Living receives high praise from many residents and family members for its clean, well-maintained facilities and compassionate staff who build strong relationships with residents. However, a segment of reviewers reports significant concerns regarding administrative responsiveness, understaffing, and inconsistent medical care, particularly in the nursing and memory care units. Families should weigh the strong community atmosphere and rehab services against these reports of communication gaps and potential staffing shortages.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food9.0Staff7.0Clean9.0Activities8.0Meds3.0Memory5.0Comms3.0Value4.0

Strengths

  • Clean, well-maintained campus
  • Compassionate and attentive care staff
  • Strong rehabilitation therapy services
  • Comprehensive continuum of care

Concerns

  • Unresponsive administrative communication and difficulty reaching staff (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Understaffing leading to slow call-button response times (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent medical oversight and medication management (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

234'13(1)'16(1)'18(5)'20(7)'23(4)'25(4)'26(3)

Distribution · 58 analyzed

5
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4
4
3
1
2
3
1
7

How They Respond to Reviews

5%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1With the current staffing levels, what is the typical response time for a resident who presses their call button during the evening or overnight hours?
  • 2Could you walk me through the current process for medication management and how you ensure accuracy and consistency for residents with complex needs?
  • 3I noticed that administrative communication can sometimes be a challenge; what is the best way for family members to get timely updates or reach a decision-maker when they have a concern?
  • 4Given the 3-star CMS staffing rating, how do you manage staff turnover to ensure that residents still receive consistent, personalized attention from the same caregivers?
  • 5What specific steps are being taken to address the recent state violations to ensure the facility maintains the high standards of care mentioned in your positive reviews?
  • 6How do you balance the busy rehabilitation therapy schedule with daily social activities to ensure residents stay engaged and active throughout the week?

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Key Review Excerpts

Staff was patient kind considerate and had a genuine concern for my needs through recovery. I feel much safer returning home and while I hope not to need another stay I would return again if needed.

Rehab patient · 2024★★★★★

The response to call button has been an HOUR. Complaint of everyone there. I went to get aid for a man yelling help for 20 minutes and never saw anyone come to his aid 40 minutes after that.

Family member · 2019☆☆☆☆

We were so happy that we chose a facility with multiple levels of care on the same campus. The facilities are very good and kept clean.

Memory care family member · 2020★★★★★
Source: 53 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.51hrs
68%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.26hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
57%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
55%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

4

measures

Mixed Results

4

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.8%
Better than Avg
Here
5.8%
US
15.4%
MO
23.6%
Jackson
16.5%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
12.1%
MO
16.7%
Jackson
9.3%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility10.9%
Better than Avg
Here
10.9%
US
19.5%
MO
25.4%
Jackson
21.8%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.5%
Better than Avg
Here
7.5%
US
19.4%
MO
17.9%
Jackson
21.4%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.3%
Better than Avg
Here
97.3%
US
93.4%
MO
84.4%
Jackson
95.7%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
96.5%
US
95.5%
MO
90.9%
Jackson
97.5%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility91.0%
Better than Avg
Here
91.0%
US
79.7%
MO
63.5%
Jackson
86.9%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility75.3%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
75.3%
US
81.8%
MO
65.9%
Jackson
88.2%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
2.9%
US
1.6%
MO
2.2%
Jackson
1.1%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

9deficiencies
1penalties
Near state avg (12.0)
6 complaint-triggered
$14,069 in fines

Kingswood Senior Living shows persistent safety and care concerns across multiple surveys, with families filing complaints that triggered six deficiency findings. The facility repeatedly struggles with fire safety systems, medication management, and pressure ulcer care, with similar issues recurring across surveys from 2022 to 2025. While the facility reports corrections for cited deficiencies, the pattern of recurring problems in critical areas like safety systems and clinical care suggests ongoing operational challenges that families should carefully evaluate before making placement decisions.

Jun 18, 2025Routine
17
0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0271Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0500Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0919Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

0921Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

0923Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

0300Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

May 22, 2025Complaint
1
0550Potential for harm · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Mar 5, 2025Complaint
1
0689Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Jan 22, 2025Complaint
4
0580Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0801Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

Sep 29, 2023Routine
28
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0015Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0354Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0690Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0695Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0211Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0374Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

0919Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0568Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

0569Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

0570Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

0676Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

0791Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

0804Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0813Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

0925Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

0293Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Apr 22, 2022Routine
19
0342Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0771Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles.

0914Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0919Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0759Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0222Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0331Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Construct fire resistant interior walls.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0522Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have an externally vented heating system.

0623Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

0625Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jan 22, 2025

$14,069

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Kingswood Senior Living

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Umb Bank Na5% or Greater Mortgage InterestKelley, JoanneOfficer / DirectorYounger, JohnOfficer / DirectorKelley, JoanneOfficer / DirectorGreystone CommunitiesManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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