Anthony Community Care Center was founded on May 27, 2000, when it was purchased by the City of Anthony in a desperate attempt to keep the facility from closing. Formerly owned by a management chain, the staff did the best they could to provide care for the residents, but frequently did without many things required to provide optimal care.  Supplies were limited, vendors went unpaid, and employees were left to wonder what was going to happen.  The building itself had received no improvements for over a decade.  The roof leaked so badly that 55-gallon drums were strategically placed in the hallways when it rained.  Maintenance consisted of doing what could be done without spending any money.  It was only the dedication of the employees that kept the facility operating.  It was not a big surprise when the word came from the corporation that the facility was to be closed down within a matter of days.  When the city leaders learned of the predicament, they took action and somehow managed to purchase the facility.  It was a miracle. The years since the change of ownership has seen many improvements to the facility.  In the summer of 2000, on the two hottest weekends of the year, over 70 volunteers from the community replaced the entire facility roof.  Beginning at 5:00 a.m. in an attempt to beat the relentless August sun, work was done under a fire truck spotlight until the sun came up.  It was a magnificent sight.   Many, many people have donated their time, money, and efforts to help the nursing home succeed.

Today the little nursing home is a different place. Employees and residents co-mingle in their relaxed environment. During a time when many homes are facing a staffing crisis our employees turnover has decreased significantly, our employees enjoy benefits many have never had before and our residents receive the care they deserve. We take great pride in our nursing care and without a corporate office to support are able to our funds into the delivery of good care. It shows, too. Community Care Center has received two deficiency free surveys from the State of Kansas as well as an Exemplary Care Award in 2003. 

As our care improved, we focused on making additional repairs to the building and purchasing new equipment. With the help and support of the community we have made great progress.

The living room carpet was pink, stained, and stinky.  Two wonderful ladies from the community held a benefit garage sale raised money for new carpeting.

Staff members held a painting party to repaint the commons area.  Our creative activity director and several residents made new wall decorations.  We purchased a bird aviary using memorial money that we had received.

  
Now we have a nice cozy room for gathering to visit, watch TV, or sing and dance.

Our new nurses station makes life better for everyone.  The old nurses station was cramped with no workspace.
We also added windows so the nurses can see in the living room.

Renovating the kitchen was a chore but it sure has been worth it.  Now everything is stainless steel and the work flow is much smoother.

We have purchased new equipment so our residents have what they need to be comfortable and well cared for.  A walking path and garden has expanded our living area.  Just think what we will be able to accomplish in another year or two!

ACCC is truly a one of a kind success story.