Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

The Gardens at Aldersgate

3220 Sw Albright Drive, Topeka, KS 66614 · Shawnee County

1.0CMS overall rating(785) 478-9440 Visit website ↗

Use Caution

Haven Scout Score

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

Photos via google places, facility website.

Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (163 of 175 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 low federal rating — review the details closely

The Gardens at Aldersgate is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Topeka, KS, with 175 certified beds and an average of about 163 residents per day. It operates as part of the Recover-Care Healthcare network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 4.00 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.64 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 18 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $56,617 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.00 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•High staff turnover (66.7%)
•18 deficiencies at last survey
•$56,617 in federal fines

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: 175
Avg. residents/day: 163
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Recover-Care Healthcare
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 175340

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 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

Request exact pricing for The Gardens at Aldersgate →

Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.00; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.64; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 66.7%; 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): 18
Federal fines: 3 ($56,617)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2026-01-07
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (56 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2026-01-07Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2026-01-07Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2026-01-07Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-01-07Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-01-07Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

2026-01-07Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

2026-01-07Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

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
2024-10-02	Fine	$23,520
2024-05-09	Fine	$17,965
2024-02-22	Fine	$15,132

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
✓ Gardens / walking paths

Location

3220 Sw Albright Drive, 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

We aggregate ratings across Google, Yelp, and verified families — and link back to every source so you can read more.

Google

3.4

34 reviews →

Verified family reviews

No verified family reviews yet for The Gardens at Aldersgate.

Have a loved one here, or recently toured? Help other families by sharing your experience — we verify every review before it's published.

Talk to an advisor about this community

Common questions about The Gardens at Aldersgate

How much does The Gardens at Aldersgate cost?

The Gardens at Aldersgate 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 The Gardens at Aldersgate's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates The Gardens at Aldersgate 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at The Gardens at Aldersgate?

Staff provide about 4.00 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at The Gardens at Aldersgate?

The Gardens at Aldersgate has 56 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does The Gardens at Aldersgate have availability?

Typically 93% full (163 of 175 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does The Gardens at Aldersgate offer?

The Gardens at Aldersgate in Topeka, KS offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 175 beds.

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

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Topeka.
The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Start with a free shortlist →Take the 2-minute assessment

Your next steps — this week

1
Confirm the fit
Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
2
Get exact pricing & availability
Request current rates for The Gardens at Aldersgate — takes one minute, answered same day.
3
Tour 2–3 communities
Compare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
4
Hold a spot
Most communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.