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Southwind at Spearville

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise clean and well-maintained facility. Still worth an in-person visit.

102 N Pine Street, Spearville, KS 6787628 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.1/5

based on 10 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Southwind at Spearville is highly regarded for its cleanliness and compassionate care, making it a strong candidate for families seeking a supportive environment. While the overall feedback is very positive, families should observe staff interactions during activities to ensure the environment remains professional and conducive to resident engagement.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

10 reviews on Google
Southwind at Spearville receives high praise for its clean, well-maintained grounds and the compassionate care provided to residents, particularly during end-of-life stages. While most families report positive experiences with staff responsiveness and facility atmosphere, there are isolated reports of unprofessional behavior among staff members during activities.

Quality Themes

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Food10.0Staff8.0Clean10.0Activities7.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms9.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Compassionate end-of-life care
  • Responsive and supportive staff
  • Beautifully kept grounds

Concerns

  • Unprofessional and loud staff behavior in common areas

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 12 analyzed

5
9
4
1
3
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How They Respond to Reviews

90%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1It is wonderful to see how beautifully the grounds and facility are maintained; what kind of outdoor activities or gardening opportunities are available for residents to enjoy this space?
  • 2We noticed the management is very active in responding to feedback; how does the leadership team involve families in the conversation regarding facility improvements?
  • 3With such a high staffing rating, how do you ensure that the care remains personalized and attentive during the busier parts of the day?
  • 4What are the specific protocols in place for managing medical emergencies or sudden changes in health during the overnight hours?
  • 5How do you encourage a calm and peaceful atmosphere in the common areas to ensure all residents can enjoy quiet time?
  • 6In what ways does the team specifically support residents and families during end-of-life care or transitions in health?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

I feel her physical, mental, and spiritual health has improved since her move to the facility.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

When you walk in you will notice how clean it is all through the facility.

Visitor/Community member · 2025★★★★★

We were pleased and grateful for the help and assistance from Southwind of Spearville given to our brother during his last weeks.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★
Source: 10 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.69hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
6.30hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
24%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
17%
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 · 13 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

8

measures

Worse Than Avg

4

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.8%
Better than Avg
Here
3.8%
US
12.1%
KS
6.0%
Ford
21.5%

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 Facility10.0%
Better than Avg
Here
10.0%
US
19.5%
KS
23.2%
Ford
18.6%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility30.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
30.8%
US
19.4%
KS
22.9%
Ford
23.0%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
KS
91.7%
Ford
89.3%
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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.6%
Better than Avg
Here
11.6%
US
15.3%
KS
17.5%
Ford
20.9%
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Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.5%
Better than Avg
Here
13.5%
US
15.5%
KS
18.1%
Ford
16.0%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

7deficiencies
Near state avg (10.1)
$7,446 in fines

Families filed a complaint resulting in a safety deficiency, and the facility's most recent inspection shows multiple uncorrected issues including accident prevention, medication errors, resident rights, and food safety. Problems with accident prevention have recurred across surveys, with some corrected but others still unresolved. The facility also has ongoing deficiencies in administrative compliance and dietary services without correction plans.

Jan 29, 2026Routine
19
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.

0847Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

0848Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.

0026Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

0037Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0211Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0223Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

0291Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0372Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0511Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

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.

0920Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0578Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

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.

0691Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Mar 27, 2024Routine
16
0851Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

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.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0657Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0355Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0511Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

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

0914Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0926Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

0606Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.

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.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0730Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Jun 23, 2022Routine
2
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.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Southwind at Spearville

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Stein, LorieManaging Control - Governing BodyTasset, KellyManaging Control - Governing BodyTemant, RonaldManaging Control - Governing BodyStein, LorieOfficer / DirectorTasset, KellyOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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