The Gardens at Aldersgate
3220 Sw Albright Drive · Topeka, KS · 66614 · 7854789440
175 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Recover-Care Healthcare Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $23,520 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
67% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.00 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.64 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.75 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 67% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $56,617 |
Inspection citations (56 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F January 7, 2026
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2026
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 7, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 7, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected January 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G October 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 2, 2024 | Fine | $23,520 |
| May 9, 2024 | Fine | $17,965 |
| February 22, 2024 | Fine | $15,132 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175340 · certified since February 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.