Michael Bennett
Jul 2026
Great staff members
1 / 6Quick Facts
- Total units
- 60
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 60
- Inspections
- View history (18 citations)
- Ownership
- Locally owned nonprofit governed by volunteer board
- Management
- Managed by Vetter Senior Living
- Respite Care
- Offers short-term respite stays for families
- Hospice Care
- Provides hospice services on-site
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
The Good
- High 4.7 Google rating from reviewers
- Offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Provides respite and hospice care options
- Recognized with National Quality Awards
- Locally owned nonprofit with community oversight
The Bad
- No published pricing information available
- No amenities listed for the community
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Westward Heights Care Center is a senior living community in Lander, Wyoming offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Housekeeping and Laundry Service. Families rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 10 reviews.
About Westward Heights Care Center
Westward Heights Care Center is a skilled nursing facility in Lander, Wyoming, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice services. The locally owned, non-profit facility is directed by a volunteer board of local citizens and managed by Vetter Senior Living.
The center accommodates up to 60 individuals and provides after-hospital rehabilitation, short-term respite care, and outpatient therapy services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
Lander is a community of 6,500 people nestled against the Wind River Mountains on the banks of the Popo Agie River, serving as the gateway to Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Tetons. Westward Heights is located on the south side of town just off Highway 287, across the highway from the post office and the Best Western Hotel.
The facility has received National Quality Awards, including Silver and Bronze recognition throughout the years.
Types of Care at Westward Heights Care Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Westward Heights Care Center
4.7overall · 10 ratings combined
4.7★ on Google (10)
Josh Redfield
Jun 2026
The best facility ever! I was a resident here for a half a year. I had the best treatment I've ever received. The place itself is very clean and nice. The staff are very helpful and friendly, while keeping your safety and dignity #1. The residents are nice. The place on its whole seems more like a big family to me. I left thinking I was ready, but it was really more than I imagined. I 100% would come back, and recommend this place to anyone who needs that extra help. Thank you to you all.
Diane Hood
Apr 2025
Westward Heights is such a great atmosphere. It is always clean, residents are out and about. The staff truly make a difference.
Cherri Siebert
Apr 2025
Very clean, caring, attentive to the residents that live there and their families
Leslee Ayers
Mar 2023
The staff at Westward Heights Care Center are professional and compassionate when dealing with their residents and families. They build relationships that make everyone feel at home. I would highly recommend this facility for your family member.
Government Inspection History
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 18 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 22, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 29, 2026
Mar 27, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
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 Apr 22, 2025
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 22, 2025
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 Apr 7, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 16, 2025
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2025
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 16, 2025
Jan 14, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 19, 2024
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 9, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
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 Feb 9, 2024
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 Feb 9, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2024
Nov 3, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
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 Dec 16, 2022
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 Dec 18, 2022
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2022
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 18, 2022
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 1, 2022
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 Westward Heights Care Center offer?
Westward Heights Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Westward Heights Care Center located?
Westward Heights Care Center is located at 150 Caring Way in Lander, Wyoming.
How did Westward Heights Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Westward Heights Care Center had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 18 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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