TOWNER COUNTY LIVING CTR
228 1ST AVE, CANDO, ND 58324 · CCN 355068
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★★★ 5
- Health inspection
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Quality measures
- ★★★★★ 5
- Staffing
- ★★★★★ 5
Facility
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Corporation
- Certified beds
- 28
- Avg residents/day
- 27.7
- Phone
- 7019682600
Inspection history vs North Dakota & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | North Dakota avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2024-09-25 | 3 | 5.4 | 9.5 | -2.4 better |
| 2 | 2023-09-07 | 6 | 6.3 | 9.8 | -0.3 better |
| 3 | 2022-06-29 | 7 | 5.1 | 9.3 | +1.9 worse |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Quality of life and care | 1 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 1 |
| Pharmacy service | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 4.32 | 52.9% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 1.50 | 30.0% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 5.30 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (16)
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2026-01-14 · Health · corrected 2026-02-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.2024-09-25 · Health · corrected 2024-10-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2024-09-25 · Health · corrected 2024-10-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.2023-09-07 · Health · corrected 2023-10-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2023-09-07 · Health · corrected 2023-10-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2023-09-07 · Health · corrected 2023-10-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.2023-09-07 · Health · corrected 2023-10-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-09-07 · Health · corrected 2023-10-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2023-09-07 · Health · corrected 2023-10-12
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2022-06-29 · Health · corrected 2022-08-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2022-06-29 · Health · corrected 2022-08-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2022-06-29 · Health · corrected 2022-08-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.2022-06-29 · Health · corrected 2022-08-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.2022-06-29 · Health · corrected 2022-08-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2022-06-29 · Health · corrected 2022-08-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2022-06-29 · Health · corrected 2022-08-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUCHER, BEN | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2015-04-01 |
| GEHRTZ, JENNA | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2024-04-14 |
| LARSON, TAMMY | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2008-04-01 |
| PETERSON, MARK | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2015-11-01 |
| BELZER, THOMAS | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2005-10-26 |
| BJORNSTAD, RANDINA | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2014-11-01 |
| FARBO, MICHAEL | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2010-11-01 |
| GIBBENS, MICHELLE | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2020-08-26 |
| PETERS, JOHN | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2012-11-01 |
| WESTLIND, GREGORY | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2005-10-26 |
| WOLSKY, DAVID | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2008-01-21 |
| BELZER, THOMAS | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2023-11-22 |
| BUCHER, BEN | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2024-05-31 |
| LARSON, TAMMY | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2024-05-31 |
| WESTLIND, GREGORY | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2023-11-22 |
| WOLSKY, DAVID | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2023-11-22 |
| PETERSON, MARK | Individual | CONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2015-11-01 |
| BUCHER, BEN | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2015-04-01 |
| GEHRTZ, JENNA | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2024-04-14 |
| LARSON, TAMMY | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2008-04-01 |
Other facilities in CANDO
| Name | Overall | Beds |
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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.