nursing home in Smith Center, KS
Sunporch of Smith County
920 E Kansas Ave, Smith Center, KS 66967 · (785) 282-6722
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sunporch of Smith County at a glance
Sunporch of Smith County is a 22-bed non-profit nursing home in Smith Center, Kansas (Smith County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Kansas average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 24, 2024) found 4 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.8% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 22
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Grace Team Services
- Medicare-certified since
- September 30, 2019
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Smith County
- CMS Certification Number
- 175565
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.40 hrs | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.72 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.68 hrs | 2.70 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.02 hrs | 3.60 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.8% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 24 | 83.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $20,430 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 22 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 22 | 51 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 98.6% | 82.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 7.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.6% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.2% | 18.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 31.2% | 17.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.5% | 16.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 10.5% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 24.7% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 33.7% | 22.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 92.1% | 93.6% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 12, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 23, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| May 3, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 18, 2023 |
| May 3, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 18, 2023 |
| May 3, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2023 |
| May 3, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2023 |
| May 3, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2023 |
| May 3, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2023 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | 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 · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 4, 2021 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 18, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 18, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUNPORCH OF SMITH CENTER INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/01/2017 |
| DILL, WHITNEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/09/2025 |
| GRACE, RYAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| GRACE TEAM LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2025 |
| HAACK, HANNAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| HUEBERT, ERIC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| HOWLAND, AMY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| MORGAN, LINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| TIMMONS, BARBIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/09/2020 |
| WELTMER, KENTON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2020 |
| WINDSCHEFFEL, TAMARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| WOLTERS, SHARON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2020 |
| DILL, WHITNEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| DILL, WHITNEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| GRACE, RYAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| GRACE TEAM LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| HAACK, HANNAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| HUEBERT, ERIC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| SUNPORCH OF SMITH CENTER INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sunporch of Smith County's rating?
Sunporch of Smith County has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kansas nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sunporch of Smith County receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sunporch of Smith County accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sunporch of Smith County?
It is non profit - other and part of Grace Team Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sunporch of Smith County and how do I contact it?
Sunporch of Smith County is at 920 E Kansas Ave, Smith Center, KS 66967. Phone: (785) 282-6722.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.