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HomeKansasSunporch of Smith County

Sunporch of Smith County

920 E Kansas Ave, Smith Center, KS 669677852826722WebsiteGoogle Maps
1.7on Google(6 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
22
certified

How Sunporch of Smith County Compares in Kansas

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
KS average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
KS average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
KS average
3.5/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.40 hrs/day
KS average
4.05 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.72 hrs/day
KS average
0.71 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
44.8%
KS average
48.1%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Kansas average of 3.1/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Kansas average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.40 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.05.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected May 3, 2023
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 24, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$6,844/mo
Kansas median
Private Room
$7,787/mo
Kansas median
Smith County 65+
1,019
28.6% of county
County Population
3,561
Smith County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Sunporch of Smith County is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Smith Center, Kansas with 22 certified beds. It has been operating since 2019. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
22
Avg Residents/Day
21.7
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 30, 2019
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Smith
Last Inspection
Oct 24, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
24.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (9)

F0726Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0636Potential for Harm

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0727Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Nov 4, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 4, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.68 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.99 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.72 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.40 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.02 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
44.8%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Other
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (19)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
SUNPORCH OF SMITH CENTER INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Oct 1, 2017
HOWLAND, AMYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
MORGAN, LINDACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
TIMMONS, BARBIECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 9, 2020
WELTMER, KENTONCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 13, 2020
WINDSCHEFFEL, TAMARACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
WOLTERS, SHARONCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 13, 2020
DILL, WHITNEYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2022
GRACE TEAM LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2017
SUNPORCH OF SMITH CENTER INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2017
DILL, WHITNEYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2022
GRACE, RYANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 1, 2017
HAACK, HANNAHOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
HUEBERT, ERICOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 1, 2017
GRACE TEAM LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AMay 13, 2025
DILL, WHITNEYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 9, 2025
GRACE, RYANADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 1, 2017
HAACK, HANNAHADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
HUEBERT, ERICADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 1, 2017

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Sunporch of Smith County and nearby alternatives.

All Kansas facilities
Sunporch of Smith County
Smith Center, KSCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Smith Center Health and Rehab
Smith Center, KS7.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $16,153
Downs Care and Rehab
Downs, KS22.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Parkview Health and Rehabilitation Center
Osborne, KS23.0 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $16,834
Phillips County Retirement Center
Phillipsburg, KS28.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Solomon Valley Manor
Stockton, KS35.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Hilltop Lodge Health and Rehabilitation Center
Beloit, KS41.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $28,937
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Sunporch of Smith County
Smith Center, KS · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Smith Center Health and Rehab
Smith Center, KS
7.7 mi4/54/54/5$16,153
Downs Care and Rehab
Downs, KS
22.1 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Parkview Health and Rehabilitation Center
Osborne, KS
23.0 mi1/51/51/5$16,834
Phillips County Retirement Center
Phillipsburg, KS
28.7 mi1/52/51/5None recorded
Solomon Valley Manor
Stockton, KS
35.7 mi3/53/55/5None recorded
Hilltop Lodge Health and Rehabilitation Center
Beloit, KS
41.0 mi2/52/53/5$28,937

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Sunporch of Smith County?▾
Sunporch of Smith County has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Sunporch of Smith County cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Kansas is $6,844/month for a semi-private room and $7,787/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Sunporch of Smith County participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Sunporch of Smith County had any health inspection violations?▾
Sunporch of Smith County had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Oct 24, 2024). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Sunporch of Smith County?▾
Sunporch of Smith County provides 4.40 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.72 RN hours, 0.99 LPN hours, and 2.68 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 44.8%.
How many beds does Sunporch of Smith County have?▾
Sunporch of Smith County has 22 certified beds with an average of 21.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 99% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Other owned and is part of the Grace Team Services chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Sunporch of Smith County?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Kansas, including 1 in Smith Center. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Sunporch of Smith County?▾
On Google Maps, Sunporch of Smith County has a rating of 1.7 out of 5 based on 6 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Grace Team Services

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