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Brewster Village

3300 W Brewster St, Appleton, WI 54914 · Outagamie County

Wisconsin short-term rehabilitation and nursing home community providing exceptional care where our villager's voices are encouraged and respected.

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 58% full — availability is generally good.

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

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Appleton

Brewster Village is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Appleton, WI, with 204 certified beds and an average of about 119 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 4.96 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.48 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 14 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.96 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•14 deficiencies at last survey

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 204
Avg. residents/day: 119
Ownership: Government - County
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 525574

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	$9,400–$12,160/mo (median $10,470)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Appleton 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: 4.96; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.48; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 37.2%; 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): 14
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-01-08
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-15Severity 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.

2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2026-04-15Severity 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.

2026-03-19Severity G — actual 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.

2025-08-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

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

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Private rooms available

Location

3300 W Brewster St, Appleton, WI

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Brewster Village

How much does Brewster Village cost?

Brewster Village does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Appleton, WI area typically runs $9,400–$12,160 per month (median $10,470, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Brewster Village's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Brewster Village?

Staff provide about 4.96 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Brewster Village?

Brewster Village has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Brewster Village have availability?

Typically 58% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Brewster Village offer?

Brewster Village in Appleton, WI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 204 beds.

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