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Brighton Place West

331 Sw Oakley Street, Topeka, KS 66606 · Shawnee County

2.0CMS overall rating(785) 232-1212 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 99% full (50 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Topeka

Brighton Place West is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Topeka, KS, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 50 residents per day. It operates as part of the Recover-Care Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 2.36 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.50 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 67.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $16,820 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (2.36 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (67.6%)

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Topeka options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 50
Avg. residents/day: 50
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Recover-Care Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 175547

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

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: 2.36; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.50; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 67.6%; 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): 5
Federal fines: 1 ($16,820)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2024-10-17
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-28Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

2024-10-17Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2024-10-17Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2024-10-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.

2024-10-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

2023-05-15Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

2023-05-15Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2023-05-15Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

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.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-08-27	Fine	$16,820

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays

Location

331 Sw Oakley Street, Topeka, KS

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 Brighton Place West

How much does Brighton Place West cost?

Brighton Place West 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 Brighton Place West's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Brighton Place West 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Brighton Place West?

Staff provide about 2.36 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 67.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Brighton Place West?

Brighton Place West has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Brighton Place West have availability?

Typically 99% full (50 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Brighton Place West offer?

Brighton Place West in Topeka, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 50 beds.

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