Nursing home · SNF / NF

Life Care Center of Brookfield

Federal · CMS State licenseActive CMS certificationCCN 265405MO lic. 053180For profit CMS overall

315 Hunt Street, Brookfield, MO 64628 · Operated by Brookfield Medical Investors, LLC · Chain Life Care Centers of America

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, release Nov 4, 2026 + state license · provenance

$25 Full Intelligence Report

Certified beds

120

Avg residents / day

Inspections

Citations

Harm-level

Fines

$45k

Facility type: Nursing home · SNF / NF
CMS provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
Certified beds: 120 CMS-certified beds (not state-licensed beds)
Licensed beds: 120 state-licensed beds · Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
State license: 053180 active · licensee BROOKFIELD MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLC
Average residents per day: 91.2 CMS, MDS-derived
CMS Certification Number: 265405
Certification status: Active CMS certification Verified
First approved (Medicare/Medicaid): Dec 1, 1989
Ownership type: For profit - Corporation
Operator (legal business name): Brookfield Medical Investors, LLC
CMS chain: Life Care Centers of America 194 facilities
Phone: (660) 258-3367
Resident & family council: Resident
Sprinklers in all required areas: Yes
Official profile: Medicare Care Compare ↗

Inspection record · CMS window

Verified

Inspections

latest Feb 20, 2025

Citations

39 health · 20 fire

Harm or worse

3 immediate jeopardy

Severity	Isolated	Pattern	Widespread
Immediate jeopardy	J3	K·	L·
Actual harm	G5	H·	I·
Potential harm	D6	E32	F13
Minimal	A·	B·	C·

CMS publishes about the three most recent standard surveys plus complaint and infection-control inspections from the prior three years. Older findings leave the dataset; their absence is not evidence they never happened.

CMS Five-Star ratings

Federal · CMS

Overall

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Penalties · about the last 3 years

Fines

$45,159

Payment denials

Latest

Dec 4, 2023

Date	Domain	Survey types	Citations	Most severe	Open
Feb 20, 2025	Health	Health Complaint	1	Actual harm	—	Open →
Dec 5, 2024	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	8	Potential harm	—	Open →
Dec 5, 2024	Health	Health Standard	2	Potential harm	—	Open →
Dec 4, 2023	Health	Health Complaint	1	Actual harm	—	Open →
Apr 20, 2023	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	8	Potential harm	—	Open →
Apr 20, 2023	Health	Health Standard	30	Immediate jeopardy	—	Open →
Aug 23, 2019	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	4	Potential harm	—	Open →
Aug 23, 2019	Health	Health Standard	5	Potential harm	—	Open →

Enforcement

Penalties

Civil money penalties and denials of payment for new admissions, as published by CMS (about the last three years). Amounts may change on appeal.

Date	Type	Amount	Payment denial	Record
Dec 4, 2023	Civil money penalty (fine)	$45,159	—	265405\|Fine\|90470

Scope × severity

Severity	Isolated	Pattern	Widespread
Immediate jeopardy	J3	K·	L·
Actual harm	G5	H·	I·
Potential harm	D6	E32	F13
Minimal	A·	B·	C·

By concept

Date	Tag	Deficiency	Scope / severity	Correction	Flags
Feb 20, 2025	F-0760	Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	G · Actual harm Isolated	Corrected Mar 21, 2025	Complaint
Dec 5, 2024	K-0100	Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	K-0311	Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	K-0353	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	K-0363	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	K-0521	Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	K-0919	Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	K-0921	Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	F-0812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 5, 2024	F-0880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 16, 2025
Dec 4, 2023	F-0684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	G · Actual harm Isolated	Corrected Jan 4, 2024	Complaint
Apr 20, 2023	F-0689	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	J · Immediate jeopardy Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0725	Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	J · Immediate jeopardy Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0740	Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	J · Immediate jeopardy Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0558	Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	G · Actual harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0600	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	G · Actual harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0692	Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	G · Actual harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	E-0004	Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	E-0020	Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	E-0039	Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	E-0041	Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	K-0345	Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	K-0363	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	K-0712	Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0557	Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0561	Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 2, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0564	Inform each resident of his or her visitation rights and ensure that all visitors enjoy equal visitation privileges. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0584	Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0602	Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0610	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0645	PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0646	Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0656	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0657	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0658	Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 2, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0677	Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0679	Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0695	Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0742	Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0758	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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0801	Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0803	Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0804	Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0908	Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023	F-0909	Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jun 20, 2023
Aug 23, 2019	K-0161	Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 8, 2019
Aug 23, 2019	K-0324	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Oct 8, 2019
Aug 23, 2019	K-0353	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 8, 2019
Aug 23, 2019	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 8, 2019
Aug 23, 2019	F-0584	Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 4, 2019
Aug 23, 2019	F-0606	Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 4, 2019
Aug 23, 2019	F-0623	Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 4, 2019
Aug 23, 2019	F-0812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 4, 2019
Aug 23, 2019	F-0883	Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 4, 2019

“Corrected” does not erase a citation: the historical finding stays listed with its disposition. Narrative statements of deficiencies are not part of the CMS dataset; see Care Compare for the official inspection report.

Operating entity

Brookfield Medical Investors, LLC

CMS legal business name of the certified provider. Operates this facility only.

VerifiedLinked by exact legal name

CMS chain

Life Care Centers of America

194 facilities in 26 states. CMS chain ID 311.

VerifiedAssigned by CMS

Chain average overall rating (CMS): 3.4

Ownership disclosures

Disclosures

Organizations

Individuals

Direct & indirect ownership

Owners of record

Name	Type	Role (Carefield group)	CMS role text	Share	Since
Developers Investment Company II, Inc	Organization	Direct owner	DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	not provided	Oct 14, 1999
Forrest Preston	Individual	Direct owner	DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	not provided	Oct 14, 1999
Forrest Preston	Individual	Indirect owner	INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	not provided	Oct 14, 1999

CMS Ownership file

All disclosed roles

Operator, owners, managers, officers and lenders are distinct roles and are never flattened into one entity. Organizations link across facilities by exact normalized legal name; individuals are listed per facility only.

Name	Type	Role (Carefield group)	CMS role text	Share	Since
Developers Investment Company II, Inc	Organization	Direct owner	DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	not provided	Oct 14, 1999
Forrest Preston	Individual	Direct owner	DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	not provided	Oct 14, 1999
Forrest Preston	Individual	Indirect owner	INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	not provided	Oct 14, 1999
Amber Eklund	Individual	Operational / managerial control	MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY	not provided	Apr 9, 2024
Stephanie Sharp	Individual	Operational / managerial control	MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY	not provided	Aug 31, 2023
Carl Wright	Individual	Operational / managerial control	MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY	not provided	Sep 1, 2023
Brookfield Medical Investors, LLC	Organization	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Dec 17, 1999
Developers Investment Company II, Inc	Organization	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Jun 16, 2006
Life Care Centers of America, Inc	Organization	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Nov 30, 1999
Amber Eklund	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Apr 9, 2024
Todd Fletcher	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Dec 13, 2024
Aubrey Preston	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Dec 13, 2024
Stephanie Sharp	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Aug 31, 2023
Terry Thrasher	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Apr 1, 2023
Carl Wright	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Sep 1, 2023
James Ziegler	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Dec 13, 2024
Cindy Cross	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE OFFICER	not provided	Nov 30, 1999
Terry Henry	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE OFFICER	not provided	Nov 30, 1999
Lisa Lay	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE OFFICER	not provided	Feb 9, 2018
Richard Swanker	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE OFFICER	not provided	Apr 1, 2011
Joan Thurmond	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE OFFICER	not provided	Sep 22, 2000
Brookfield Medical Investors, LLC	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Oct 1, 2005
Life Care Centers of America, Inc	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Feb 6, 2025
Forrest Preston	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Oct 1, 2005
Terry Thrasher	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Feb 28, 2025
Carl Wright	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Feb 10, 2025

Same chain in Missouri

All 193 in chain →

Facility	Beds	Last inspection	Citations (window)	Fines
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau 365 South Broadview Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 CCN 265185	120	Dec 16, 2025	542 IJ5 harm	$150k
Life Care Center of Carrollton 300 Life Care Lane, Carrollton, MO 64633 CCN 265294	120	Apr 2, 2026	51	—
The Westchester House 550 White Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017 CCN 265338	157	May 13, 2025	691 harm	$84k
Life Care Center of Sullivan 875 Dunsford Drive, Sullivan, MO 63080 CCN 265340	118	Jun 25, 2026	491 harm	—
Life Care Center of Bridgeton 12145 Bridgeton Square Dr, Bridgeton, MO 63044 CCN 265345	91	Jun 4, 2026	842 harm	$22k
Life Care Center of Grandview 6301 East 125th St, Grandview, MO 64030 CCN 265355Abuse icon	172	Jun 2, 2026	881 harm	—
Life Care Center of Waynesville 700 Birch Lane, Waynesville, MO 65583 CCN 265373	120	Nov 24, 2025	491 harm	$22k
Northwood Hills Care Center 800 N Arthur St, Humansville, MO 65674 CCN 265381	120	Jun 11, 2026	60	—

Coordinates as published by CMS.

Address: 315 Hunt Street, Brookfield, MO 64628
ZIP: 64628
County: Linn County FIPS 29115
State: Missouri
Urban / rural (CMS): Rural

Within ~25 km

Nearby nursing homes

Facility	Distance	Beds	CMS overall	Last inspection	Citations (window)	Fines
Brookfield Health Care Center 215 East Pratt, Brookfield, MO 64628 CCN 265644	2 km	60		Jul 23, 2026	765 harm	$42k
Pioneer Skilled Nursing Center 1500 South Kansas Avenue, Marceline, MO 64658 CCN 265169	12.3 km	96		Mar 20, 2025	501 IJ	—

Source	Record	Facts	Evidence	Source release	Retrieved
CMS Provider Information US-CMS	265405	name, address, phone, certification, certified_beds, ownership_type, legal_business_name, chain	Verified	Oct 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026
CMS Provider Information US-CMS	265405	ratings, staffing, health_survey_score Five-Star ratings and PBJ staffing apply to the CMS-certified universe only.	Verified	Oct 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026
Missouri DHSS Long-Term Care Directory MO	00822	state_license, licensed_beds, licensee Linked to the CMS record by exact CCN.	Verified	Nov 4, 2026	Nov 7, 2026

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Life Care Center of Brookfield

Federal certification

State license

Penalties

Owners of record

All disclosed roles

Same chain in Missouri

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Life Care Center of Brookfield

Federal certification

State license

Penalties

Owners of record

All disclosed roles

Same chain in Missouri

Nearby nursing homes