Ware Memorial Care Center
1510 S Van Buren St. · Amarillo, TX · 79101 · 8063730471
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $81,894 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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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.
$81,894 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.43 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.52 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 5.21 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 26% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $81,894 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected February 19, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 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 13, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 18, 2026 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B February 12, 2026
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024
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 December 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 5, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected October 26, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 25, 2023
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
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 December 1, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F October 25, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 24, 2025 | Fine | $81,894 |
| February 24, 2025 | Payment Denial | 1 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 745022 · certified since December 30, 2022. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.