Sayre Christian Village Nursing Home
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based on 66 Google reviews

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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (3 vs median 2.0)
Below average in KY · Below recommended RN staffing · Above recommended total nurse staffing · $7,901 in fines · Very few deficiencies
What this means for your family
Sayre Christian Village is highly regarded for its robust activities program and clean, non-profit environment, making it a strong candidate for independent or assisted living. However, families should be proactive in monitoring care plans and communication, as some reviewers have noted inconsistencies in night-shift staffing and dietary adherence.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
66 reviews on Google“Sayre Christian Village receives high praise for its compassionate staff, engaging activities department, and clean, well-maintained campus. While many families report excellent experiences with long-term care and rehabilitation, some reviewers have raised concerns regarding inconsistent communication, staffing levels, and occasional lapses in dietary or night-time care.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm, attentive, and caring nursing staff
- Diverse and engaging activities program
- Clean and well-maintained facilities
- Strong rehabilitation and therapy services
Concerns
- Inconsistent communication and missed scheduled updates (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Staffing issues including night shift attentiveness (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Dietary restrictions not being followed (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 71 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed your team is very active in responding to online feedback; how do you use that family input to improve daily operations?
- 2Given the recent health inspection results, what specific steps is the facility taking to address those areas and improve the overall care experience?
- 3We understand that dietary needs are critical; could you walk us through the process for ensuring a resident's specific dietary restrictions are consistently followed during every meal?
- 4Since staffing levels can fluctuate, what protocols are in place to ensure that night shift staff remain as attentive and responsive as the daytime team?
- 5Communication is very important to our family; what is the standard process for providing us with regular, proactive updates on our loved one's well-being?
- 6We saw great things about your activity program; could you share a sample calendar and explain how you help new residents integrate into these social groups?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The activities team at Sayre is phenomenal, they offer an extremely wide variety of activities beyond just bingo or crafts. They have musicians come often, they have guest speakers like George Ella Lyon, Ouita Michel, and Michael Johnathan.”
“The staff are like family to our loved ones. They genuinely care for their residents and are passionate in their daily interactions. They instill dignity and respect. Even when no-one is looking.”
“My mother was a resident at Sayre Christian Village. I think she was in every part and I had absolutely no complaints. She was in independent living... Then we moved her into memory care. I had absolutely no complaints about her stay.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026RN 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
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents who lost too much weight
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families filed complaints that triggered a 2023 survey finding issues with resident protection from abuse and restraints, care planning, and accident prevention. The facility shows recurring problems across surveys with fire safety systems, electrical equipment, and infection control, though all violations have been corrected. Most concerning care areas involve medication management, resident safety, and maintaining proper care plans.
Apr 24, 2025Routine7
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Administration Deficiencies
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Nov 9, 2023Complaint4
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Feb 6, 2020Routine8
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Feb 14, 2019Routine16
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
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.
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Nov 9, 2023
$3,950
Fine
Nov 9, 2023
$3,951
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Sayre Christian Village Nursing Home
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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