Michael Martinez
Mar 2023
Nice place for Senior citizens
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 45
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 45
- Inspections
- View history (23 citations)
- Facility size
- 45-bed skilled nursing and personal care home
- Licensing model
- Dual-licensed for geriatric and mental health residents
- Ownership structure
- Not-for-profit, governed by local community board
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe Protection Valley Manor as a caring, small-town nursing home where residents seem happy and staff work hard to provide individualized attention. A couple of reviewers note occasional food quality issues and a lack of communication, but overall sentiment is positive.
The Good
- Caring, hard-working staff praised by families
- Residents described as happy and content
- Home-cooked meals used as socializing time
- Individualized attention for each resident
The Bad
- One reviewer noted lack of communication
- One reviewer said food isn't always good
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Protection Valley Manor is a senior living community in Protection, Kansas offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 5 reviews.
About Protection Valley Manor
Protection Valley Manor is a skilled nursing and intermediate personal care home in Protection, Kansas. The facility provides residential care with an emphasis on creating a family-like environment where residents' lives are fulfilled and happy through individualized attention and celebration of each person's uniqueness.
The home offers a variety of activities tailored to meet each resident's preferences and serves home-cooked meals as a time for socializing. The facility operates as a 45-bed home and maintains a dual-licensed model that serves both geriatric and mental health residents.
Protection Valley Manor was established through community effort beginning in 1971, with local residents raising funds and the Protection City Council voting to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for construction. The facility was dedicated and opened on January 27, 1974, and received its Intermediate Personal Care Home License from the Kansas State Board of Health on February 14, 1974.
The home underwent a significant remodel in 2007 that included a new dining room, enlarged kitchen, and cosmetic updates. Protection Valley Manor is organized as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation governed by a board of directors composed of local community members.
Types of Care at Protection Valley Manor
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Protection Valley Manor
4.2overall · 5 ratings combined
4.2★ on Google (5)
Jim S
Nov 2017
The residents are quite happy here.
James Stanford
Nov 2017
This is the number one nursing home in Protection, Kansas. In fact, it's the top residential care facility in all of Western Comanche County.
Bj Rush
Jan 2017
Very loving and efficient staff with great food
Sherry Mason
Sep 2016
They are very caring people. My brother has been there since March 2013. The only issues I have with them is that sometimes the food isn't very good and there is a lack of communication. The social worker is wonderful and the staff tries very hard to do a good job.
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 23 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Jul 1, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 10, 2025
Mar 5, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 4, 2025
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 15, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 4, 2025
Mar 16, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 18, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 18, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 18, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 18, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Aug 30, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2021
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2021
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2021
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 15, 2021
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 8, 2021
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 15, 2021
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 15, 2021
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2021
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2021
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2021
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2021
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Protection Valley Manor offer?
Protection Valley Manor offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Protection Valley Manor located?
Protection Valley Manor is located at 600 S Broadway in Protection, Kansas.
What do families say about Protection Valley Manor?
Families describe Protection Valley Manor as a caring, small-town nursing home where residents seem happy and staff work hard to provide individualized attention. A couple of reviewers note occasional food quality issues and a lack of communication, but overall sentiment is positive.
How did Protection Valley Manor do on recent health and safety inspections?
Protection Valley Manor had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 23 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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