Nursing Home
Western Horizons Care Center
Certified beds
31
Avg. 29 residents a day
Ownership
Non-profit
Corporation
Medicare
Certified
Since May 1978
Medicaid
Certified
Since May 1978
CMS rating
1
Much below average
CMS star ratings
Staffing
| Role | This homeHome | North Dakota avgND | U.S. avgU.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 4.75 | 4.42 | 3.86 | |
| Registered nurse (RN) | 0.69 | 0.93 | 0.68 | |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) | 0.56 | 0.52 | 0.86 | |
| Nurse aide | 3.50 | 2.97 | 2.32 | |
| Total nurse staffing, weekends | 4.02 | 3.80 | 3.42 | |
| Physical therapist | 0.02 | 0.04 | 0.07 |
This homeU.S. average
Staffing is reported by the facility to CMS through payroll-based journal data. North Dakota and U.S. averages are calculated by WeFoundCare from the same CMS file (72 North Dakota and 14,680 U.S. facilities).
Inspections and penalties
Most recent inspection
9health deficiencies
Sep 4, 2025 · 8 standard, 5 complaint
North Dakota average: 5.6 · U.S. average: 9.2
North Dakota average: 5.6 · U.S. average: 9.2
Prior inspection
16health deficiencies
Jul 24, 2024 · standard and complaint surveys combined
Fines3 fines · $63,485
Payment denials0
Abuse citation flagFlagged
Special Focus FacilityNo
Care types offered
Nursing home
Skilled nursing, 31 Medicare-certified beds
Location
1104 Hwy 12, Hettinger, ND 58639
Adams County · 2.8 mi from the center of Hettinger
Facility details
Legal business nameWestern Horizons Living Centers
OwnershipNon-profit corporation
Medicare approvedMay 1, 1978
Resident and family councilResident council
Ownership change, last 12 monthsNo
Sprinklers in all required areasYes
CMS Certification Number355042
Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026.
Last updated on WeFoundCare: Oct 19, 2026.
Suggest a correctionLast updated on WeFoundCare: Oct 19, 2026.