Vernon Health & Rehabilitation

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Indiana

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Indiana

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation

WABASH, IN 46992 View Map

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Indiana

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Indiana

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Overview of Vernon Health & Rehabilitation
Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is located in Wabash, Indiana. It provides compassionate and exceptional care for children and adults with skilled nursing needs and developmental and intellectual disabilities. The facility offers a supportive and inclusive environment with specialized programs and tailored support services.
(260) 563-8438

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.62/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 71

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Indiana average
Occupancy rate 42.2%
Residents per day (avg) 48
Occupancy rate
42.2%
Residents per day (avg)
48

Who this home usually serves

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

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

3% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

84% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Governmental home
County
Home revenue
$7.3M
Operating deficit
-$458.6K
Governmental home County
Home revenue
$7,278,937.00
Operating deficit
$-458,568.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.9M
39.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.9M
Total costs $7.7M
Bed community size
71-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
NURSING HOME (Skilled Nursing Facility)
License Date
May 1, 2025

Additional licensing details

License number: 25-000274-1
CMS Certification Number: 155810

Ownership & operating entity

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is administrated by MONTI MONTGOMERY.

Profit status: OTHER

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of Nursing: DORKAS DERRY

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax: (260) 563-8094

Amenities & Lifestyle

ADA-compliant playground
Enclosed outdoor courtyard
Activity Room
Music Therapy Center
Animal Therapy Center
Flatscreen cable television
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Housekeeping and laundry services.

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled & Intermediate Pediatric Care, Respite Care, Music Therapy, Animal Therapy, Community outings, Religious services, Gardening, Music and art, Schooling.
Religious Services
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Meals are served with well-being in mind, understanding medical conditions while promoting good nutrition.

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

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

Inspection History

In Indiana, the Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care is the primary regulatory body that performs onsite inspections and quality of care reviews for all licensed facilities.

8 visits/inspections

Results

2 with citations

0 without citations

7 complaints

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

24 total citations

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

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The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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THE WATERS OF WABASH SKILLED NURSING FACILITY WEST LLC
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

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Vernon Health & Rehabilitation
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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119
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Address 1.8 miles from city center

Address WABASH, IN 46992

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

166
Total Staff
59
Employees
107
Contractors
22,430
Total Hours (Quarter)
30
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse158.8 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse279.5 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant848.4 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
134 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
8 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
9 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
2 staff
11.9hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
1.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
7 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
31.9%
of total hours from contractors
7,148 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 18 Certified Nursing Assistant: 64 Nurse Practitioner: 1 Medication Aide/Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1 Registered Nurse: 11 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant2064848,56291100%8.4
Licensed Practical Nurse918273,64191100%9.5
Registered Nurse411152,2199099%8.8
Medication Aide/Technician6281,77791100%8.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist5161,1838189%9.1
Other Dietary Services Staff6061,1688391%6.8
Nurse Practitioner1125876470%8.2
Dietitian1015317077%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist0225196673%7.9
Qualified Activities Professional2024653943%11.9
Administrator2024325156%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1014175864%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide0333216470%5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0222564549%5.7
Mental Health Service Worker2022162730%8
Qualified Social Worker022965459%1.6
Physical Therapy Assistant011412123%2

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 10
67% above Indiana average
Indiana average: 6.0

Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total Health citations 25
Near Indiana average
Indiana average: 25.0

2.5 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

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

Standard inspections 15 citations
Complaint investigations 11 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 Aug 25, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation May 14, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation May 14, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Oct 22, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: Non-Profit (Church)
Part of: Hutson Healthcare and Housing Solution
Resident Census by Payment Source
48 Total Residents
Medicaid 48 (100%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

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

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score 9.3
16% worse than Indiana average
Indiana average: 8.0
Functional decline score 12.5
27% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 17.1
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 19.2%
59% above Indiana average.

Walking Ability Worsened 12.9%
10% below Indiana average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 5.4%
78% below Indiana average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 2.2%
44% below Indiana average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 5.9%
35% above Indiana average.

Urinary Tract Infection 0.6%
55% below Indiana average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 0.0%
100% below Indiana average.

Antipsychotic Use 24.3%
95% above Indiana average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 87.6%
7% below Indiana average.

Influenza Vaccine 95.8%
0% above Indiana average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 6.3%
10% above Indiana average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 68.6%

16% worse than Indiana average

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

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

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires level-of-care determination.

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

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

~$2,000/month (varies).

$10,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

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

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

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

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

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

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

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

Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Indiana SCSEP

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

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

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

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand statewide.