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Meadowlark Hills

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise engaging social activities and events. Still worth an in-person visit.

2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan, KS 66502134 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 43 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Meadowlark Hills offers an excellent environment for social engagement and specialized therapy, which many families find highly beneficial. However, due to recurring reports of unprofessional staff behavior and concerns regarding clinical oversight, we strongly recommend that families conduct unannounced visits and ask detailed questions about staff training and grievance procedures.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

43 reviews on Google
Meadowlark Hills is frequently praised for its engaging community atmosphere, diverse activities, and supportive therapy services that help residents maintain independence. However, several reviewers have raised serious concerns regarding the conduct of specific staff members and the quality of clinical care, including reports of disrespectful treatment and severe neglect.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff5.0Clean7.0Activities10.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms6.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Engaging social activities and events
  • Effective physical and Parkinson's therapy
  • Welcoming and beautiful campus environment
  • Supportive and professional administrative staff

Concerns

  • Unprofessional or rude staff behavior (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Reports of disrespectful treatment toward residents (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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234'16(2)'19(2)'21(5)'23(4)'25(2)

Distribution · 38 analyzed

5
31
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
6

How They Respond to Reviews

30%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the variety of social events mentioned on your campus, how do you ensure that quieter or more introverted residents still feel included and engaged in the daily community life?
  • 2With your strong reputation for Parkinson's therapy, how do you tailor these specialized programs to meet the evolving needs of residents as their condition progresses?
  • 3I noticed there were a few recent health inspection citations; could you walk me through the steps the facility has taken to address those specific areas and improve the quality of care?
  • 4Maintaining a respectful and supportive environment is very important to our family; what kind of ongoing training or culture-building initiatives do you have in place to ensure all staff members provide compassionate, person-centered care?
  • 5I see that you have a 5-star staffing rating, which is impressive; how does your team handle communication with families when a resident experiences a sudden change in health or a medical emergency?
  • 6I noticed that you have responded to some feedback online; how do you use input from families and residents to make tangible improvements to the daily experience here at Meadowlark Hills?

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Key Review Excerpts

My parents love living here. I am so impressed with the therapy that my Dad has received for his Parkinson’s. He is doing more than I ever thought possible.

Memory care family member · 2023★★★★★

My loved ones have been in this longterm care for many years and I will never move them. Compassionate care for the whole life (mind, body, soul).

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★★

I’ve never been surrounded my more compassionate, energetic, innovative and knowledgeable staff members. Truly an amazing place!

General visitor · 2018★★★★★
Source: 43 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.05hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.78hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
49%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
21%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

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

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

12

measures

Worse Than Avg

2

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.8%
Better than Avg
Here
0.8%
US
12.1%
KS
6.0%

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

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.5%
Better than Avg
Here
99.5%
US
93.4%
KS
91.7%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.3%
Better than Avg
Here
13.3%
US
15.5%
KS
18.1%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.9%
Better than Avg
Here
13.9%
US
14.4%
KS
18.4%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.1%
Better than Avg
Here
99.1%
US
95.5%
KS
95.5%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility22.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
22.9%
US
19.4%
KS
22.9%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.2%
Better than Avg
Here
99.2%
US
81.8%
KS
75.6%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.7%
Better than Avg
Here
94.7%
US
79.8%
KS
73.8%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.5%
Better than Avg
Here
0.5%
US
1.6%
KS
2.1%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

5deficiencies
1penalties
Well below state avg (10.1)
2 complaint-triggered
$8,278 in fines

This facility has concerning patterns with 46 deficiencies across multiple surveys, including two complaint-triggered investigations where families reported issues with accident prevention and resident belongings protection. The most recurring problems involve fire safety systems, medication management, and resident rights notifications. While the facility has corrected past violations, the persistent issues with fire safety equipment and repeated medication oversight concerns suggest ongoing operational challenges that merit careful evaluation during your visit.

Apr 9, 2025Routine
9
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.

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0753Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

0883Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

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.

0849Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Feb 3, 2025Complaint
1
0689Actual harm · 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.

Aug 6, 2024Complaint
1
0602Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Jul 19, 2023Routine
18
0321Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

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.

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.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

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.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

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.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0692Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

0757Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

Oct 13, 2021Routine
17
0222Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

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

0291Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

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.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

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.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

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.

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.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

0757Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0511Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Feb 3, 2025

$8,278

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Meadowlark Hills

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Baker, LonnieW-2 Managing EmployeeNelson, ChristopherOfficer / DirectorManhattan Retirement Foundation INC.Manager
Source: Medicare provider data

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