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TOWNER COUNTY LIVING CTR

228 1ST AVE, CANDO, ND 58324
Score: 95 / 100

Among nursing homes in North Dakota, Towner County Living Ctr stands out with an A grade and a score of 95 out of 100. It ranks in the 99th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Towner County Living Ctr provides above-average staffing with 4.32 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Towner County Living Ctr. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.32 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.50 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.31 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.51 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.76 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.94 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

16
Total Deficiencies
Jan 13, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 16 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Jan 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Sep 24, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity D
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Sep 24, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0756 Severity E
    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develo
    Sep 6, 2023 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0644 Severity D
    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
    Sep 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 1.4% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 19.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 6.0% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.9% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 23.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 95 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
28
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 24, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3