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Wheat State Manor

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

601 S Main St, Whitewater, KS 6715465 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.4/5

based on 11 Google reviews

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3/ 10
moderate Risk

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 (13 vs median 9.0)

Below average in KS · Meets national RN staffing standard · Above recommended total nurse staffing · $28,954 in fines

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

While some families have reported positive experiences with staff engagement and activities, the most recent feedback describes severe sanitation issues that require immediate attention. We strongly recommend conducting an unannounced visit to inspect the cleanliness of the facility and the condition of resident living areas before making a decision.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

11 reviews on Google
Wheat State Manor receives polarized feedback, with some families praising the kindness of staff and engaging activities like outings. However, recent and severe reports highlight critical concerns regarding facility cleanliness, persistent odors, and inadequate hygiene practices for residents.

Quality Themes

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Food10.0Staff5.0Clean1.0Activities10.0MedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValueN/A

Strengths

  • Kind and attentive nursing staff
  • Engaging resident activities and outings
  • Respectful treatment of residents

Concerns

  • Poor facility cleanliness and hygiene standards (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2344.32018(3)3.02019(2)3.02021(2)5.02023(1)2.32026(3)

Distribution · 11 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the high staffing rating, how does your team balance their time between direct patient care and maintaining the cleanliness of the living spaces?
  • 2I noticed some concerns regarding facility hygiene; what specific protocols or schedules are in place to ensure resident rooms and common areas remain sanitized?
  • 3With 13 recent state violations, what steps has the facility taken to address these findings and improve your overall compliance rating?
  • 4The reviews highlight how much residents enjoy your outings and activities; could you walk me through a typical weekly schedule for someone who loves staying active?
  • 5Since the CMS health inspection rating is currently low, what is the facility's primary focus for improvement over the next six months?
  • 6How does your nursing team coordinate with local hospitals or specialists if a resident experiences a sudden medical emergency?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The residents are treated with dignity and respect. They have good activities like fishing and zoo trips.

Long-term resident's family · 2018★★★★★

The staff was phenomenal. They were a wonderful blessing to our family. My Grandpa got wonderful care.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★

this nursing home is absolutely disgusting they don’t clean the rooms from past residents the whole facility reeks of urine it’s depressing

Long-term resident's family · 2026☆☆☆☆
Source: 11 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.79hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.86hrs
94%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
28%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
17%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 15 measures

Medicare Rating
1/ 5
Better Than Avg

4

measures

Worse Than Avg

11

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility38.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
38.3%
US
93.4%
KS
91.7%
Butler
92.2%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility37.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
37.3%
US
15.3%
KS
17.5%
Butler
14.4%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility74.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
74.3%
US
95.5%
KS
95.5%
Butler
93.2%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
28.4%
US
14.4%
KS
18.4%
Butler
13.6%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.8%
Better than Avg
Here
3.8%
US
12.1%
KS
6.0%
Butler
17.9%

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

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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility32.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
32.9%
US
19.4%
KS
22.9%
Butler
23.3%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility47.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
47.9%
US
81.8%
KS
75.6%
Butler
81.2%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

13deficiencies
2penalties
Above state avg (10.1)
10 complaint-triggered
$28,954 in fines

Multiple families filed complaint reports triggering 10 deficiencies, including serious concerns about resident protection from abuse and neglect. The facility shows persistent issues with fire safety violations, medication management problems, and infection control across all six surveys. Most recent violations from January 2026 include numerous uncorrected fire safety deficiencies, raising immediate safety concerns that families should carefully consider.

Jan 8, 2026Routine
26
0620Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide.

0881Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

0919Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

0007Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

0009Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.

0015Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

0161Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

0211Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

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.

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

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.

0362Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

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.

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.

0552Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

0561Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

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.

0628Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

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.

0757Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0912Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

0923Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0732Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Jan 8, 2026Complaint
3
0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Mar 11, 2024Routine
16
0211Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

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.

0291Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

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.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0355Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0363Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

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.

0582Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

0887Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

0644Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

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.

0685Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

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.

0732Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Nov 30, 2023Complaint
3
0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

Sep 13, 2023Complaint
2
0610Immediate jeopardy · WidespreadResolved (past non-compliance)

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

0600Potential for harm · PatternResolved (past non-compliance)

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.

Jun 27, 2023Complaint
2
0600Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0610Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Sep 13, 2023

$7,960

Fine

Jun 27, 2023

$20,994

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Wheat State Manor

Organization Type

nonprofit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Grace Team Services

Chain Size

9 facilities nationwide

Ownership & Management

Owners

Smith, Jason

Owner

100%

Key personnel

Parker, MadisonW-2 Managing EmployeeParker, MadisonOfficer / DirectorGrace Team LLCManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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