Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Valley View Senior Life

1417 W Ash St, Junction City, KS 66441 · Geary County

1.0CMS overall rating(785) 762-2162

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Haven Scout Score

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 64% 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

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Valley View Senior Life is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Junction City, KS, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 64 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 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, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.63 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.74 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $21,530 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.63 hrs/resident/day)
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 100
Avg. residents/day: 64
Ownership: For profit - Partnership
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 175126

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	$7,370–$9,380/mo (median $8,150)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,530–$7,990/mo (median $5,960)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Manhattan 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: 3.63; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.74; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 44.8%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 10
Federal fines: 1 ($21,530)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-08-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

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.

2025-11-13Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-08-06Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy 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…

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

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
2025-11-13	Fine	$21,530

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

Location

1417 W Ash St, Junction City, KS

Monday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Valley View Senior Life

How much does Valley View Senior Life cost?

Valley View Senior Life does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Junction City, KS area typically runs $7,370–$9,380 per month (median $8,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Valley View Senior Life's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Valley View Senior Life 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Valley View Senior Life?

Staff provide about 3.63 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Valley View Senior Life?

Valley View Senior Life has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Valley View Senior Life have availability?

Typically 64% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Valley View Senior Life offer?

Valley View Senior Life in Junction City, KS offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 100 beds.

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