224 East Central, Andover, KS 67002
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Victoria Falls Costs & Pricing
In Victoria Falls, the monthly cost for a private room is $4,465, making it a competitive option compared to Butler County, which has a slightly higher rate of $4,474. Both locations present a more affordable choice than Kansas, where the same type of accommodation reaches $5,137 per month. This pricing structure suggests that Victoria Falls offers an appealing balance between quality and affordability within the regional market, positioning it as an attractive destination for those seeking private accommodations without straying too far into higher price brackets found in other areas.
| Floor plans | Victoria Falls | Butler County | Kansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private | $4,465 | $4,474 | $5,137 |
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Overall Review of Victoria Falls
Pros
Everyone is nice and very helpful!- Excellent, loving and caring staff, great facility!
- THIS PLACE IS WONDERFUL !
- Very well organized and engaged staff. The people working here now are professional, attentive, and wonderful!
- Great place! Great staff. Love it!!
- Very nice people, great experience.
Cons
Due to the DON, the reviewer could not be by their mother's side when she passed away.- There were ongoing issues with the DON and two other staff.
- The staff refused the mother's medications.
- Morning medications and breakfast were sometimes not given until almost noon.
- The reviewer wouldn't place their worst enemy there.
- The staff were very unprofessional and unorganized, and residents were not properly cared for.
- The facility was described as a no-good place.
- The facility was horrible; the father-in-law went in and ended up in the hospital in a diabetic coma and severely dehydrated.
Review
Victoria Falls is best suited for families that want a warm, people-focused environment and are prepared to stay actively involved to ensure care quality. The community can work well for residents who respond to attentive, compassionate staff and who value the social fabric of a bustling, engaged campus. It is especially suitable for those who can tolerate some variability in day-to-day operations so long as there is a clear structure, regular staffing, and ongoing communication with family. This is not a hands-off, “set it and forget it” option for residents with high medical complexity or a history of needing near-perfect oversight; for those realities, exploring alternatives is prudent.
Those who may want to consider alternatives are residents with significant medical fragility or strict medication needs, or families that cannot commit to vigilant oversight. Reviews highlight episodes where medications were delayed or improperly administered, and there are alarming accounts of neglectful conditions and facility mismanagement. For anyone requiring consistent, tightly supervised medical care, or for families unwilling to actively monitor daily routines and respond quickly to issues, other communities with stronger documented med-pass protocols, more stable administration, and proven responsive leadership are likely better matches.
On the upside, multiple reviews describe Victoria Falls as a place with caring, friendly staff and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. When the team is functioning well, residents appear to benefit from well-organized routines, engaged caregivers, and a facility that feels homelike and supportive. Several comments emphasize professional demeanor, attentiveness, and a lasting sense of warmth, elements that matter greatly to families seeking companionship and reassurance for aging loved ones. The presence of a seemingly dedicated staff and a well-kept environment can tip the balance toward a positive experience for residents who do not require complex medical interventions.
The flip side is substantial and cannot be ignored. A substantial portion of feedback centers on real safety and care concerns: incidents of missed or delayed medications, claims of neglect, and at least one high-alert scenario involving a resident in critical distress. Reports describe days when a.m. meds and breakfast arrived near noon, and other accounts recount a lack of supervision that allowed a resident to be undressed and found in an unsafe bed state. There are also stark reminders of a difficult interaction with leadership, including a direct reference to the DON, which underscores the risk that organizational gaps can translate into day-to-day harm. These issues do more than sting reputationally; they have tangible implications for safety, trust, and continuity of care.
Given the spectrum of experiences, prospective families should approach a tour with a clear checklist: observe staffing levels during peak activity hours, request a real-time medication pass demonstration, and ask for copies of recent incident reports and care plans. Inquire specifically about how the facility handles proactive monitoring for dehydration, diabetes management, and feeding assistance, and whether there is a consistent on-site supervisor available when concerns arise. If possible, speak with front-line caregivers about their training, and ask for a transparent explanation of how care is coordinated when a resident’s needs fluctuate. A trial period or defined caregiver-to-resident ratio benchmarks can be valuable when available.
Bottom line: Victoria Falls can be a fitting choice for families who value a personable, community-driven environment and are prepared to engage actively with staff to ensure safe, reliable care. It is not ideal for those requiring unwavering medical precision or for households unwilling to monitor care quality closely. For families prioritizing consistently flawless medical oversight, or who cannot tolerate reports of missed medications and care gaps, exploring other communities with documented, verifiable safety and steadier leadership is advisable. The decision hinges on balancing the appeal of a caring, well-liked staff culture against the reality of episodic operational instability.
76 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Wichita Mid-Continent (17 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
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