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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Overview of The Milton Home

MILTON HOME, THE is a senior living community located in South Bend, Indiana. It offers a range of services including short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, long-term care, respite, and assisted living. The facility is dedicated to providing quality care and fostering a supportive environment for its residents.

(574) 233-0165

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.98/day

Overall rating

4/5

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 62

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

63.3%

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for

Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

16% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Private pay

5% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 43 - 44 years

Medicaid

79% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$6.0M

Surplus of revenue

$113.6K

Governmental home County

Home revenue

$5,981,674.00

Surplus of revenue

$113,574.00

Payroll costs

$2.1M

34.6% of revenue

Other operating costs

$3.8M

Total costs $5.9M

62-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

1 year in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

About this community

License Status

Active

Facility Type

MIXED FACILITY (NURSING + RESIDENTIAL CARE)

License Date

December 1, 2024

Additional licensing details

License number: 24-001141-1

CMS Certification Number: 155738

Ownership & operating entity

The Milton Home is administrated by HEMMINGTON MWANZA.

Profit status: Officer(s): MICHAEL MCKAY

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of Nursing: ANDREA BUDZIEN

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid

Accepts Medicare

Doctor on Staff

Nursing Services

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Skilled Nursing

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Short-term Rehabilitation

Skilled Nursing Care

Long Term Care

Respite

Assisted Living

Contact Information

Fax: (574) 237-9818

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty salon and Barber Shop

Flatscreen cable television

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Scenic view of the St. Joseph River

Balanced Dining plans

Housekeeping and laundry services

Resident library

Programs & Activities

Activities

Activities include games, entertainment, community outings, religious services, outdoor events, gardening, exercise classes, and arts & crafts.

Specific Programs

Short-term Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care, Long Term Care, Respite, Assisted Living

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description

Meals are served with care using fresh ingredients and healthy recipes.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare Long-term care insurance

Results

5 with citations

0 without citations

Show Inspection Reports

5 complaints

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

59 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

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The Milton Home

SNF

IN 46601

MILTON HOME NURSING HOME AND REHABILITATION

63.3%

$3,949,059.00

$2,072,384.00

52.5%

23.30

4/5

4.9840

3/5

4/5

5/5

Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center

SNF

IN 46619

131

BRIARCLIFF HEALTH CARE - SOUTH BEND LLC

63.2%

$10,800,828.00

$3,777,411.00

35%

95.90

2/5

3.5492

2/5

3/5

Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation

SNF

Holy Cross Village-Notre Dame

SNF

Ironwood Health & Rehab Center

SNF

South Bend

The Milton Home

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: IN 46601

Bed Count: 62

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: MILTON HOME NURSING HOME AND REHABILITATION

CCN: 155738

Occupancy: 63.3%

Home Revenue: $3,949,059.00

Payroll Costs: $2,072,384.00

Payroll %: 52.5%

Avg Residents/Day: 23.30

Overall Rating: 4/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.9840

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: IN 46619

Bed Count: 131

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: BRIARCLIFF HEALTH CARE - SOUTH BEND LLC

CCN: 155831

Occupancy: 63.2%

Home Revenue: $10,800,828.00

Payroll Costs: $3,777,411.00

Payroll %: 35%

Avg Residents/Day: 95.90

Overall Rating: 2/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.5492

Health Insp Rating: 2/5

Staffing Rating: 2/5

QM Rating: 3/5

Number of Fines: 1

Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

Holy Cross Village-Notre Dame

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

Ironwood Health & Rehab Center

Type of care: AL IL MC SNF

Community: South Bend

Pets Allowed: No

SOUTH BEND, IN 46601

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Total Staff

Employees

Contractors

15,199

Total Hours (Quarter)

Avg Staff/Day

6.4

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	8	7	No
Licensed Practical Nurse	10	6.8	No
Certified Nursing Assistant	24	6.2	No

Staff by Category

Administration

1 staff

6.8hs shift avg

Nursing Staff

48 staff

6.5hs shift avg

Physicians & Practitioners

3 staff

6.1hs shift avg

Therapy Services

5 staff

5.2hs shift avg

Activities & Recreation

0 staff

0hs shift avg

Social Services

1 staff

2.9hs shift avg

Dietary Services

3 staff

6.9hs shift avg

Other Services

1 staff

6.9hs shift avg

Contractor Analysis

5.1%

of total hours from contractors

775 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1

Role ⓘ	Employees ⓘ	Contractors ⓘ	Total Staff ⓘ	Total Hours ⓘ	Days Worked ⓘ	% of Days ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant	24	0	24	5,434	91	100%	6.2
Licensed Practical Nurse	10	0	10	2,871	91	100%	6.8
Medication Aide/Technician	6	0	6	1,686	91	100%	6.7
Registered Nurse	8	0	8	1,437	89	98%	7
Other Dietary Services Staff	2	0	2	543	78	86%	6.6
Administrator	1	0	1	435	64	70%	6.8
Occupational Therapy Aide	1	0	1	428	63	69%	6.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist	2	0	2	421	71	78%	5.6
Speech Language Pathologist	0	2	2	406	71	78%	5.7
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	394	58	64%	6.8
Dietitian	1	0	1	394	53	58%	7.4
Mental Health Service Worker	1	0	1	381	55	60%	6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	1	1	195	41	45%	4.8
Physical Therapy Assistant	0	1	1	93	39	43%	2.4
Qualified Social Worker	0	1	1	81	28	31%	2.9

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Total Health inspections 6

Near Indiana average

Indiana average: 6.0

Last Health inspection on Nov 2025

Total Health citations 25

Near Indiana average

Indiana average: 25.0

4.17 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 21 citations

Complaint investigations 4 citations

Breakdown of citations

Critical Health citations 0

100% below Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.2

Serious Health citations 0

100% below Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.6

Moderate Health citations 25

Minor Health citations 0

Citations history (last 3 years)

Quality of Care moderate citation Nov 07, 2025

Infection Control moderate citation Oct 18, 2024

Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Oct 18, 2024

Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Oct 18, 2024

Corrected

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation

Part of: Pulaski Memorial Hospital

Resident Census by Payment Source

44 Total Residents

Medicaid 19 (43.2%)

Private Pay/Other 25 (56.8%)

Programs & Services

Residents' Group

Family Member Group

Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Active Family Council

Active Resident Council

High-risk clinical events score 6.9

13% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 8.0

Functional decline score 19.7

16% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 15.2%

26% above Indiana average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 24.3%

1% below Indiana average.

Falls with Major Injury 2.3%

41% below Indiana average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 1.4%

67% below Indiana average.

Urinary Tract Infection 0.0%

100% below Indiana average.

Depressive Symptoms 23.2%

4% below Indiana average.

Antipsychotic Use 3.9%

69% below Indiana average.

Pneumococcal Vaccine 96.6%

3% above Indiana average.

Influenza Vaccine 100.0%

5% above Indiana average.

Lost Too Much Weight 8.9%

56% above Indiana average.

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 67.1%

18% worse than Indiana average

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.0%

100% better than Indiana average

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for The Milton Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 63.3% ↓ 0.1pp vs 2022

Net Income $113,574 ↑ ~$1.5M vs 2022

Total Payroll $2,876,974 ↓ ~$346K vs 2022

Profit Margin 2.9% ↑ 32.0pp vs 2022

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Metric	2011	2012	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	77.1%	80.0%	76.9%	71.9%	78.3%	80.9%	83.0%	83.3%	70.9%	65.0%	63.4%	63.3%
Beds	62	62	62	62	62	62	62	62	62	62	62	62
Net Income	$32,383	$33,277	-$110,945	-$213,795	-$318,453	$36,028	-$180,405	-$407,473	-$5	$16,016	-$1,427,133	$113,574
Gross Revenue	$3,581,305	$3,757,302	$3,847,468	$4,620,310	$4,571,906	$6,031,460	$4,931,305	$4,632,917	$5,489,359	$5,218,332	$4,894,105	$3,949,059
Operating Expenses	$3,119,208	$3,137,917	$3,411,519	$3,380,443	$3,339,551	$3,878,238	$3,738,997	$3,640,774	$4,288,354	$5,806,569	$5,867,146	$5,325,467
Net Patient Revenue	$3,137,074	$3,154,653	$3,259,279	$3,163,437	$3,008,574	$3,895,406	$3,546,893	$3,222,990	$3,904,553	$4,020,337	$4,341,810	$3,406,426
Total Payroll	$1,880,225	$1,822,731	$2,113,634	$1,917,726	$2,017,431	$2,520,573	$2,361,115	$2,411,754	$3,309,356	$3,686,484	$3,223,392	$2,876,974
Profit Margin %	0.9%	0.9%	-2.9%	-4.6%	-7.0%	0.6%	-3.7%	-8.8%	0.0%	0.3%	-29.2%	2.9%
Medicare %	12.5%	9.3%	9.9%	9.8%	6.0%	6.6%	4.5%	5.1%	8.0%	9.5%	9.9%	1.7%
Medicaid %	0.0%	0.0%	16.6%	0.0%	31.4%	39.2%	0.0%	34.6%	44.7%	45.1%	43.1%	48.2%
Private %	87.5%	90.7%	90.1%	90.2%	62.6%	54.2%	95.5%	60.3%	47.3%	45.4%	47.0%	50.1%
Revenue/Day	$180	$174	$173	$195	$185	$196	$189	$171	$243	$273	$303	$238
Cost/Day	$179	$173	$181	$208	$205	$195	$199	$193	$267	$395	$409	$372
Avg Length of Stay	134.1 days	141.2 days	136.6 days	105.2 days	101.1 days	143.4 days	139.0 days	629.3 days	233.0 days	157.4 days	157.1 days	160.4 days

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

IN Specifics: Requires level-of-care determination.

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

General: Age 60+, Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (varies).

Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual).

IN Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

General: Age 65+, or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,004/month (including SSI).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

IN Specifics: ~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

IN Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025): Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.

IN Specifics: 16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Indiana SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

IN Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).

IN Specifics: High veteran demand statewide.

The Milton Home

The Milton Home is a Nursing Home in Indiana

The Milton Home is a Nursing Home in Indiana

The Milton Home

The Milton Home is a Nursing Home in Indiana

The Milton Home is a Nursing Home in Indiana

Quality ratings

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

This home usually has availability

Who this home usually serves

Mostly long-term care residents

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Medicaid

Finances and operations

About this community

Additional licensing details

Ownership & operating entity

Staffing

Leadership

Care Services

All Levels of Care

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Access & Eligibility

Payment & Funding Options

Inspection History

11 visits/inspections

Results

5 complaints

59 total citations

Inspection Reports

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Nursing Staff Breakdown

Staff by Category

Contractor Analysis

Health Inspection History

Breakdown of citations

Citations history (last 3 years)

Facility Characteristics

Resident Census by Payment Source

Programs & Services

Family Engagement

Quality of care over time

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Daily care & independence

Safety & clinical stability

Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Preventive care

Nutrition & physical health

Short-stay resident measures

Financial Trends

Occupancy Rate

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix

Revenue vs Cost Per Patient Day

Guides for Better Senior Living

Eldertainment

Financial Aid for Indiana Seniors

Aged and Disabled Waiver

CHOICE Program

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

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Community Spaces and Overall Environment

Services

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