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Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab

3535 East Cherokee, Springfield, MO 65809 · Greene County

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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 82% 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

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

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Springfield

Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Springfield, MO, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 98 residents per day. It operates as part of the James & Judy Lincoln network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.01 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.56 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.01 hrs/resident/day)
  • 16 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Springfield, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
120
Avg. residents/day
98
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
James & Judy Lincoln
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
265473

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

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$5,890–$7,670/mo (median $6,590)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Springfield 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
3.01
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.56
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
56.1%
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)
16
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-12-10
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (34 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2026-03-04Severity 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.

2025-12-11Severity E — 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.

2025-12-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2025-12-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-12-10Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

2025-12-10Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2025-12-10Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

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
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Wellness programs
  • Gardens / walking paths

Location

3535 East Cherokee, Springfield, MO

  • 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 Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab

How much does Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab cost?

Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Springfield, MO area typically runs $5,890–$7,670 per month (median $6,590, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab?

Staff provide about 3.01 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab?

Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab has 34 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab have availability?

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab offer?

Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehab in Springfield, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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