Wheat State Manor
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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 (13 vs median 9.0)
Below average in KS · Meets national RN staffing standard · Above recommended total nurse staffing · $28,954 in fines
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
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- 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
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Distribution · 11 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
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?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The residents are treated with dignity and respect. They have good activities like fishing and zoo trips.”
“The staff was phenomenal. They were a wonderful blessing to our family. My Grandpa got wonderful care.”
“this nursing home is absolutely disgusting they don’t clean the rooms from past residents the whole facility reeks of urine it’s depressing”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Total 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
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents needing more daily help over time
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
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
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, 2026Routine26
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
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
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Jan 8, 2026Complaint3
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Mar 11, 2024Routine16
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
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
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
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
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
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.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nov 30, 2023Complaint3
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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.
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, 2023Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
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, 2023Complaint2
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
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
Wheat State Manor
nonprofit
Chain Affiliation
Grace Team Services
9 facilities nationwide
Ownership & Management
Owners
Smith, Jason
Owner
Key personnel
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