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Ware Memorial Care Center
1510 S. Van Buren St., Amarillo, TX 79101 · Potter County · (806) 373-0471
Fewer inspection deficiencies (8) than 47% of nursing homes in Texas. Rated #2 of 12 nursing homes in Amarillo by overall CMS stars. Nursing hours per resident day: 5.8 — above the Texas average of 3.39.
Quality details (CMS data, Oct 2026 release)
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 87.7 |
| Ownership | Non-profit |
| Participation | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Nursing hours per resident per day | 5.83 (Texas average: 3.39) |
| — of which RN hours | 0.59 |
| — of which nurse aide hours | 3.63 |
| Staff turnover | 26% |
| RN turnover | 20% |
| Most recent health inspection | Feb 12, 2026 |
| Deficiencies cited (latest cycle) | 8 (Texas average: 9.4) |
| Weighted inspection score (lower is better) | 66.75 |
| Federal fines in past 3 years | 1 fine(s) totaling $81,894 |
| Payment denials / penalties | 2 |
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Source: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Provider Information dataset, Oct 2026 release (processing date Sep 1, 2026). Ratings reflect inspection cycles and reported staffing; visit any facility in person before deciding.