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Topeka Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Topeka Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a nursing home community in Topeka, KS.

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  • Interior

    An elderly man and a young woman play chess together indoors.

  • Decor

    A traditional dining room with a table set for guests, featuring ornate chairs and a decorative centerpiece.

  • Building

    A view of a center with a prominent sign and flag at sunset.

  • Bedroom

    A comfortable and well-equipped hospital room with a bed, chair, and bedside table.

  • Healthcare

    An elderly person receiving assistance from a therapist during a physical therapy session.

  • Rehabilitation

    A therapist assists an elderly patient with exercises using an exercise ball in a healthcare setting.

2515 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66614

To contact a resident: (785) 271-6808

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.9 from 29 reviews
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Overall Review of Topeka Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

differentiator 9 reviews mention this

Skilled nursing and rehab care

Residents describe solid nursing support and active rehab progress.

Many reviewers say their loved ones are getting good day-to-day nursing care and that the staff takes care of needs well. Several also mention rehab going well, including physical therapy and using familiar equipment. A few reviews note the overall care is inconsistent but still describe qualified attention from nurses when things are working smoothly.

common 16 reviews mention this

Friendly staff and helpful support

The staff is repeatedly described as kind, courteous, and accommodating.

Across reviews, families frequently describe the staff as friendly and helpful during visits and day-to-day interactions. Some mention staff being attentive to requests, answering call buttons quickly, and going out of their way to assist. Even more critical reviews still point to individual good staff members, while reserving their main complaints for how operations are handled.

common 7 reviews mention this

Clean rooms and common spaces

Cleanliness comes up often, with residents and families noticing it.

Multiple reviewers say the facility is kept clean, including rooms and overall spaces, and that it does not smell. Some mention daily cleaning and staff organizing personal items. A smaller number point out cleanliness issues in specific areas, like needing cleaner bathrooms, but most describe a generally well-maintained environment.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Timeliness and staffing reliability

A recurring concern is delayed help when residents need assistance.

Several reviews describe situations where residents have to wait a long time for help, including after using call buttons. A few mention understaffing directly, and one describes call light response taking a substantial amount of time. At the same time, other reviewers say they felt informed and supported, so the experience appears uneven from one period to another.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Meals are mixed, sometimes disappointing

Dining quality and consistency vary, with both praise and complaints.

Some reviewers say the meals are pretty good, look good, or are very good, and a few note their loved one generally enjoys the food at times. Others describe problems with portion sizes or dissatisfaction with the meal experience overall. The most negative review specifically mentions food being horrible and always late, which stands out compared with the more positive comments.

  • A traditional dining room with a table set for guests, featuring ornate chairs and a decorative centerpiece.
common 4 reviews mention this

Activities and therapy support

Reviews mention therapy involvement, alongside limited activities for some.

Several families describe their loved ones participating in classes and physical therapy, along with having access to the equipment they were used to. One reviewer says the activities director was very patient and that the facility tries. At least a couple of reviews also describe a lack of extracurricular activities outside the facility, including no outdoor recreation.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Communication varies by situation

Communication is generally helpful, but updates are not always consistent.

Some reviewers say the facility keeps them up to date and that communication is good, including regular care-plan check-ins. Others report needing to call for updates or feeling that communication could be improved. A few reviews tie the need for better communication to frustrations around waiting for help or medication scheduling.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Forbes (7 miles away) Forbes (7 miles away)

Care Services

  • High acuity care High acuity care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site

Nearby Places of Interest

The area of Topeka, Kansas, surrounding the Capital City Oral Surgery and nearby amenities offers a convenient and diverse range of healthcare options, including optometry services, hearing care centers, pharmacies, and counseling services. The proximity to various restaurants provides easy access to dining options such as fast-casual eateries like Subway and Chipotle Mexican Grill, as well as dessert options like Sheridan's Frozen Custard. Additionally, the area is well-equipped with hospitals like Cotton O'Neil Urish and Topeka ER and Hospital for any medical needs. For leisure activities, there are theaters like Topeka Wheatfield 9 for entertainment and cafes like Classic Bean for a relaxing cup of coffee. The presence of places of worship such as Wanamaker Woods Church of the Nazarene adds a sense of community and spiritual support for those considering senior living in this neighborhood.

Physicians

  • Capital City Oral Surgery (0.1 miles)
  • Goering Family Optometry (0.3 miles)
  • The EyeDoctors Optometrists (0.3 miles)
  • Beltone Hearing Care Center (0.5 miles)
  • Tallgrass Oral Surgery (0.5 miles)
  • Jeri Dianne Stonestreet, LSCW (0.5 miles)
  • Stephen D Zeller (0.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • CBD Nation Topeka (0.6 miles)
  • Good Neighbor Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Jayhawk Pharmacy and Patient Supply (0.9 miles)
  • Jayhawk Custom Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Subway (0.4 miles)
  • Chuck E. Cheese's (0.4 miles)
  • Sheridan's Frozen Custard (0.5 miles)
  • Noodles & Company (0.5 miles)
  • Blue Moose (0.6 miles)
  • Hardee's (0.6 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (0.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Cotton O'Neil Urish (1 miles)
  • Topeka ER and Hospital (1.1 miles)
  • Topeka Veterans Affairs Medical Center (2.2 miles)
  • Topeka VA ICU (2.3 miles)
  • Veterans Health Administration (2.3 miles)
  • Colmery-o'Neil Va Medical Center (2.3 miles)
  • Washburn Surgery Center (2.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Classic Bean (1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Topeka Wheatfield 9 (1.1 miles)
  • Regal Hollywood & ScreenX - Topeka (2.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Wanamaker Woods Church of the Nazarene (1.2 miles)
  • First Lutheran Church Elca (2.1 miles)

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