BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY
601 NORTH GALLOWAY ROAD, Vandalia, MO 63382
Based on 2026 CMS Data
Official Government Ratings
Health Inspections
Frequency & severity of deficiencies
Staffing Levels
Nurse hours per resident per day
Quality Measures
Clinical outcomes & care quality
Resident Council Active
Active councils indicate resident empowerment and facility transparency.
Vetting This Facility? Get Answers They Don't Volunteer
Free guide: the exact questions to ask BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY, how to pull the public records (ownership, inspections, penalties), and how to request the info that isn't online — like the medical director.
Check your inbox!
Your facility vetting guide is on its way.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Care Quality Indicators
Lower is better
Lower is better
Lower is better
Lower is better
How BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY Compares
BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY is a 90-bed nonprofit nursing facility in Vandalia, Missouri. It holds an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Missouri average of 2.5 stars. Its lowest sub-rating is health inspections at 1 star. Its rate of short-stay residents returning to the hospital (17.4%) is below the Missouri average of 25.9%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 90 certified beds, it has notable available capacity at roughly 67% occupied.
By the numbers vs. Missouri average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 24.2% — worse than the Missouri average of 23.5%.
- Falls with major injury: 3.1% — better than the Missouri average of 4.1%.
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 5.0% — worse than the Missouri average of 4.5%.
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 17.4% — better than the Missouri average of 25.9% (33% lower).
Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated September 9, 2026) measured against Missouri averages across 487 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.
Questions to Ask BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY with other nursing homes in Vandalia.
How is BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY addressing its health inspections rating?
CMS currently rates this category 1 out of 5 stars, so ask what specific improvements are underway and when the next survey update is expected.
What practices help BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY keep falls with major injury below the state average?
Falls with major injury is 3.1% here versus 4.1% across Missouri. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
What practices help BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY keep short-stay rehospitalizations below the state average?
Short-stay rehospitalizations is 17.4% here versus 25.9% across Missouri. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
Why is BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY's occupancy below many full facilities?
The facility reports roughly 67% occupancy across 90 certified beds. Lower occupancy can mean availability, but families should ask whether renovations, staffing, reputation, or service mix are factors.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY?
Active resident or family councils can provide useful context about daily life, responsiveness, and recurring concerns.
What would the first 30 days look like for a new resident at BAPTIST HOMES, TRI-COUNTY?
Ask who builds the care plan, how medication changes are communicated, how often families receive updates, and who to call after hours.
The Senior Community Around Vandalia
Vandalia sits in Audrain County, where adults 65 and older make up about 17.8% of the population — a share of seniors in line with Missouri as a whole (16.9% statewide). The area's median household income is lower than the state average, reflecting a more affordable area.
- Residents 65+
- 4,516 (17.8%)
- Median age
- 40.0 years
- Median household income
- $44,699
- Median home value
- $89,200
Demographics for Audrain County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Vandalia.
Facility Details
Give Them a Daily Friend
Our AI companion calls your loved one daily for friendly conversation and wellness check-ins. We detect mood changes and alert you if something seems off.
- AI calls them daily
- Friendly conversation
- Alerts if something's wrong
Works on any phone. No app needed.