Nursing home / skilled nursing
Ware Memorial Care Center
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Amarillo, Texas
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1510 S. Van Buren St. |
| City | Amarillo |
| State | Texas |
| ZIP code | 79101 |
| County | Potter |
| Phone | 806-373-0471 |
| Website | https://parkcentral.org/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 745022 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | December 30, 2022 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | Y |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Ware Memorial Care Center is in 1510 S. Van Buren St., Amarillo, TX 79101. Phone: 806-373-0471. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 3, staffing 4, quality measures 3). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 66.750; 1 federal fines totaling $81894.00; total nursing staff turnover 31.4%.
More about this provider
| Ware Memorial Care Center is The Ware at Park Central, the long-term care building of Park Central, a senior living community in Amarillo, Texas. Park Central describes itself as a faith-centered community, locally owned and lovingly managed by Baptist Community Services (part of the Texas Baptists Family), with all faiths welcome, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and long-term care. The Ware is presented as a long-term nursing center providing the highest possible quality of care in a diverse, harmonious, life-affirming environment, with companionship, spontaneity and meaningful daily interaction. | |
| Services and programs | Long-term nursing care (The Ware is described as a long-term nursing center). Service fee includes: cable/phone/internet; utilities; daily menu choice; 24-hour assistance; nightly roving patrol; medication management; transportation for medical appointments; diabetic management; oxygen management. Amenities include outdoor patios, pastoral care, group transit, daily activities and a hair salon. Floor plans: 2 bedroom, semi-private and private rooms |
| Who it serves | Residents who need long-term nursing care, with care aimed at helping residents achieve and maintain maximum independence |
| Visiting and contact details | The Ware at Park Central, 1510 S. Van Buren, Amarillo, Texas 79101; Leasing Office 806-337-5700; the Park Central contact page lists Phone 1-806-337-4000 for 1510 S Van Buren St, Amarillo, TX 79101 |
| Website | https://parkcentral.org/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 3 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 4 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 3 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 1 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.52 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 5.97 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 40 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 66.750 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 147 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 40 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 147 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2026-02-12 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 10 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 7 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 5 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.28290 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 36.4 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.90969 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 31.4 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.67339 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.19126 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 3.78056 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.23981 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 5.53745 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 1 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 81894.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | BAPTIST COMMUNITY SERVICES |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 84.7 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
Other nursing home / skilled nursing in Potter County
- Amarillo Center For Skilled Care — Amarillo
- Amarillo Medical Lodge — Amarillo
- Five Points Nursing And Rehabilitation — Amarillo
Common questions about Ware Memorial Care Center
Where is Ware Memorial Care Center located?
Ware Memorial Care Center is at 1510 S. Van Buren St., Amarillo, Texas 79101.
What care and services does Ware Memorial Care Center offer?
Ware Memorial Care Center offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Ware Memorial Care Center Medicare-certified?
Yes. Ware Memorial Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Ware Memorial Care Center's quality rating?
CMS gives Ware Memorial Care Center an overall star rating of 3 out of 5.
How do I contact Ware Memorial Care Center?
Call Ware Memorial Care Center at 806-373-0471.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Texas can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.