nursing home in Amery, WI
Golden Age Manor
220 Scholl Ct, Amery, WI 54001 · (715) 268-7107
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Golden Age Manor at a glance
Golden Age Manor is a 85-bed government nursing home in Amery, Wisconsin (Polk County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Wisconsin average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 24, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Wisconsin average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 85
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 525507
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.82 hrs | 4.21 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.95 hrs | 0.99 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.58 hrs | 2.58 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.31 hrs | 3.77 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 92 | 100.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin 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 | $48,150 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 85 | 77 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 59 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 69.1% | 74% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.1% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 29.7% | 15.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.3% | 2.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 4.2% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.7% | 16.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.6% | 18.4% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.6% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9.1% | 5.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 28.8% | 16.9% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.3% | 24.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 95.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Wisconsin avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.1% | 82.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85.4% | 86.5% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 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 July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Standard | 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. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| March 30, 2026 Complaint | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 6, 2026 |
| March 30, 2026 Complaint | 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 6, 2026 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Establish methods for sharing information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0033 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0343 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 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 May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | 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. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Complaint | 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 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Complaint | 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 May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| September 25, 2024 Complaint | 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 October 22, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 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 April 3, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 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 April 3, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| POLK COUNTY-DEPT OF ADMINISTRATION Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/1966 |
| REESE, DANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2025 |
| POLK COUNTY-DEPT OF ADMINISTRATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1966 |
| REESE, DANA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/23/2011 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Golden Age Manor's rating?
Golden Age Manor has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Wisconsin nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Golden Age Manor receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Wisconsin average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Golden Age Manor 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 Golden Age Manor?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Golden Age Manor and how do I contact it?
Golden Age Manor is at 220 Scholl Ct, Amery, WI 54001. Phone: (715) 268-7107.
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.