Shawnee Post Acute & Rehabilitation Center

Shawnee Post Acute & Rehabilitation Center sits in a modern, state-of-the-art building that features luxurious common areas, beautifully landscaped grounds, and well-appointed private or semi-private accommodations, and there's a real sense that staff want residents to feel at home here, with a focus on caring support. The center offers a wide range of care options, including private Assisted Living apartments, Skilled Nursing, Long Term Care, and specialized Rehab to Home services that focus on helping people regain strength and mobility after an illness or surgery, and the therapy services are available both for people living at the center and for those who come just for outpatient rehab. Even with its resort-style feel, this is a nursing facility at heart, with 101 certified nursing beds and an additional 29 beds for assisted living, making it possible to handle a daily average of about 82 residents, and staffing includes skilled nurses around the clock, though nurse turnover is a concern with a rate of 59.3% and each resident receives about 3.78 nursing hours per day, which is pretty typical for facilities of this size. The Ensign Group oversees the center, and Luis Jimenez has managed it since September 2019, so there's experience at the helm. Shawnee's menu is focused on nutritious, satisfying meals served restaurant-style, and the kitchen pays attention to nutrition and variety, wanting residents to enjoy their meals, and recent awards for Best Meals and Dining reflect that. The facility is for-profit, and it accepts both private pay and Kansas Medicaid, which means a range of residents can access services. For those with Alzheimer's or other dementia, Shawnee has a secure memory care unit aimed at safety and routine, with programs to limit confusion and wandering. Amenities add comfort and options - residents can enjoy a putting green, pub, movie theater, high-speed internet, and pet-friendly policies, and the grounds are tended with care. There's a steady schedule of activities, from social and educational programs to exercise and community events, all designed to keep people engaged and active, along with wellness programs and transportation services so residents can get where they need to go. Staff provide help with daily living, such as bathing, dressing, medication, incontinence care, and diabetic support, and they offer housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance to lighten the load for residents. As with any long-term care home, inspection reports show some concerns, with two infection-related deficiencies and a total of forty noted over time, so families may want to review the reports. The Shawnee Post Acute & Rehabilitation Center remains focused on a blend of health care and hospitality, working to create a homelike atmosphere for those who need short-term rehab, assisted living, or long-term nursing support, and the facility's services are broad enough that many seniors can find the level of support they need while staying as active and connected as possible.