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Life Care Center Of Burlington
601 Cross St., Burlington, KS 66839
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Life Care Center Of Burlington Description
Life Care Center of Burlington's small-town, homelike atmosphere quickly makes our residents and patients part of our family. Located an hour south of Topeka, Kansas, and within a mile of Coffey County Hospital, our nursing home is a wonderful place to heal and recover.
Focusing on inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation with 24-hour skilled nursing care, Life Care Center of Burlington's in-house team of therapists and nurses combines their passion and care to care for each resident and patient. Recognizing that every patient has a unique background, our personalized approach keeps residents and patients at the maximum level of independence. Featuring a secured dementia care unit, we can provide highly skilled care in a safe environment.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Nursing Home
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Skilled Nursing
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
This senior living facility has received numerous positive reviews highlighting the exceptional care and services provided by the staff. Many reviewers have praised specific team members for their outstanding support, making residents feel blessed and well-cared for. The therapy team, in particular, has been commended for their dedication to residents' well-being, pushing them to recover and improve.
Residents and their families have shared heartwarming stories of how the facility feels like home, with a wide range of activities and events, such as Easter Egg hunts and Thanksgiving dinners, that bring joy and a sense of community. The care provided is described as professional, compassionate, and tailored to individual needs, helping residents regain independence and improve their quality of life.
Family members have expressed gratitude for the care their loved ones received, noting the facility's efforts to create a welcoming and engaging environment. The staff's attentiveness and the variety of activities available have been particularly appreciated, contributing to a positive and supportive atmosphere.
However, one review raised concerns about cleanliness, staff behavior, and resident care, suggesting areas for improvement. This highlights the importance of addressing any issues to ensure the highest standards of care and satisfaction for all residents and their families.
Overall, the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return for visits or recommend the facility to others. The Life Care Center of Burlington is praised for its exceptional staff, effective therapy programs, and the loving care provided to residents, making it a cherished place for many families.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 3
Long-term quality measure rating:
1
Short-term quality measure rating:
4
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: June 1, 1996
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 77
Total current residents: 59
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 4
Number of
substantiated complaints: 10
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 2
Total cost of fines: $109418
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-21 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-21 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-12 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | E | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-04-13 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | E | 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. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-08-19 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | 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. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-28 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-09-04 | 2019-10-04 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. |
| 2019-09-04 | 2019-10-04 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Provide rooms that can be unlocked from inside without a key. |
| 2019-09-04 | 2019-10-04 | E | 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. |
| 2019-09-04 | 2019-10-04 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2019-09-04 | 2019-10-04 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-09-04 | 2019-10-04 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2019-09-04 | 2019-10-04 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-09-04 | 2019-10-04 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-07-17 | nan | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-11 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. |
| 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-28 | D | 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. |
| 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-28 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-28 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-28 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-28 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-28 | D | 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. |
| 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-28 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. |
| 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-28 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2022-07-13 | 2022-07-29 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2022-07-13 | 2022-07-29 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2022-05-05 | 2022-05-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2022-02-07 | 2022-02-28 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-08-31 | 2021-09-24 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-06 | D | 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. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-06 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-06 | E | 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. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-06 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-06 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. |
| 2021-07-22 | 2021-08-13 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2021-03-04 | 2021-03-19 | J | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-03-04 | 2021-03-19 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2020-09-09 | 2020-10-09 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2020-09-09 | 2020-10-09 | D | 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. |
| 2020-09-09 | 2020-10-09 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. |
| 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-23 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
| 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-23 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-23 | D | 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. |
| 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-23 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
| 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-23 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-23 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-23 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-09-23 | 2019-10-23 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2018-06-07 | $6,500 |
| 2018-11-19 | $30,015 |
| 2020-04-21 | $8,294 |
| 2021-03-04 | $78,147 |
| 2021-03-04 | $78,146 |
| 2023-01-31 | $31,272 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Iola which is 27.0 miles away and has a population of 5,470 (very small town).
- The average income is $66,055, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 81
- Low Temperature: 34
- Average Temperature: 58.7
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 131 days of rain, 16 days of snow and 217 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.8 inches a year
- The crime rate is 4.51 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.21 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 2.01 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.8 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.03 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Hoover's Grocery Store
0.3 miles awayNancy's Grocery Store
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Banks
Citizens State Bank - Gridley
10.7 miles awayFirst National Bank
15.0 miles awayOlpe State Bank
23.5 miles awayHospitals
Coffey County Hospital
0.3 miles awayPharmacies
The Medicine Shoppe
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Parks
Dog Park
0.3 miles awayTree Park
0.8 miles awayBurlington RV Park
0.9 miles awayKelley Park
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Restaurants
Pizza Hut
0.3 miles awayThe Hive
10.7 miles awayLunch Box Cafe
15.1 miles awaySubway
22.5 miles awaySilverado's
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