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THE GARDENS AT ALDERSGATE

3220 SW ALBRIGHT DRIVE, TOPEKA, KS 66614
Score: 10 / 100

With a score of 10/100, The Gardens At Aldersgate ranks in the bottom tier of Kansas nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing at The Gardens At Aldersgate is near the national average, with 4.13 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 55 deficiencies at The Gardens At Aldersgate, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.13 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.58 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.94 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.61 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.80 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.39 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

55
Total Deficiencies
Jan 6, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 54 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0576 Severity F
    Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
    Jan 6, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jan 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jan 6, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Jan 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0805 Severity E
    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
    Jan 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 6.2% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 4.2% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 22.7% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.5% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 5.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 18.7% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $56,617

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 10 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -5 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
175
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 6, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
17