Wheatland Nursing Center Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Wheatland Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Russell, Kansas, operated by Americare as a family-led, locally managed community. The center offers short-term rehabilitation and ongoing skilled nursing care for residents recovering from injuries, surgery, or health-related events, with personalized nursing care plans developed to meet individual needs.

The facility provides comprehensive rehabilitation services through Americare Therapy Solutions, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy combined with skilled nursing. The Rehab-to-Home program helps residents restore strength and mobility with the goal of returning to home or assisted living, and the center coordinates care with home health providers following discharge to support continued recovery.

For long-term residents with chronic or acute medical conditions, Wheatland offers ongoing therapy services and specialized wound care featuring advanced vapor and oxygen therapy. The center also coordinates hospice care with local providers for residents in their final journey, ensuring comfort and dignity.

Amenities and dining at Wheatland include spacious community dining rooms, family rooms with televisions, beauty salon services, secure patios with scenic views, and made-to-order meals prepared with fresh ingredients. The facility is pet friendly, allowing residents to have companion animals they are able to care for.

The community emphasizes wellness and enrichment through numerous activities including pet therapy, exercise classes, faith-based programs, educational offerings, meditation, and volunteer opportunities in community fundraisers and civic projects. Social activities, intergenerational programs, and opportunities for connection foster a vibrant, welcoming environment where residents can stay active and engaged.