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Brewster Health Center

1001 Sw 29TH St, Topeka, KS 66611 · Shawnee County

Topeka's Award Winning Retirement Community

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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One of Topeka's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Brewster Health Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Topeka, KS, with 97 certified beds and an average of about 76 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.63 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.63 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Topeka for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 97
Avg. residents/day: 76
Ownership: Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 175044

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,270–$9,240/mo (median $8,030)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,490–$7,870/mo (median $5,870)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Topeka prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 5.63; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.52; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 53.2%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 8
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-06-11
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-06-11Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs

Location

1001 Sw 29TH St, Topeka, KS

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Brewster Health Center

How much does Brewster Health Center cost?

Brewster Health Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Topeka, KS area typically runs $7,270–$9,240 per month (median $8,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Brewster Health Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Brewster Health Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Brewster Health Center?

Staff provide about 5.63 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Brewster Health Center?

Brewster Health Center has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Brewster Health Center have availability?

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Brewster Health Center offer?

Brewster Health Center in Topeka, KS offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 97 beds.

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