Occupancy rate
78%
13% higher than Indiana averageIndiana average: 69%
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Nursing Home
Hickory Creek at Peru
Hickory Creek At Peru is a nursing home located in Peru, Indiana. It offers various services including nursing care and accepts Medicaid. The facility has a total of 36 certified beds.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
36
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
77.8%
Residents per day (avg)
25
Occupancy rate
77.8%
Residents per day (avg)
25
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
8% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Private pay
36% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
56% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$3.1M
Surplus of revenue
$537.8K
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$3,054,075.00
Surplus of revenue
$537,814.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$2.5M
36-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
Occupancy
13% higher than Indiana averageOccupied beds
28 / 36
Average residents
70 per day
License details
Facility type
Nursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
Status
Active
Issuance
August 1, 2024
Additional licensing details
License number:
24-000475-1
CMS Certification Number:
155406
Ownership & operating entity
Hickory Creek at Peru is administrated by BRENDA SHEPHERD.
Profit status:
OTHER
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Director of Nursing:
DANIELLE PARKER
Care Services
Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Contact Information
Fax:
(765) 473-3196
Pricing & Financial Information
Starting Price$162
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.
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.
12 visits/inspections
Results
5 with citations
0 without citations
Indiana average: 8 complaint visits
Indiana average: 3 inspections with citations
Show Inspection Reports
1 complaint
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Indiana average: 4 complaints
Latest inspection
Date:December 31, 2024
Type:Complaint Investigation
28 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 26 citations
28 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for Hickory Creek at Peru
The most recent inspection on December 31, 2024, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving Life Safety Code compliance, including issues with sprinkler system maintenance and oxygen storage security, as well as care plan development, medication management, infection control, and food safety. Complaint investigations were generally substantiated but did not result in cited deficiencies. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some improvement in Life Safety Code compliance over time, although care and safety-related issues appeared intermittently in prior surveys.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Indiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Total health citations
16
Citations per inspection
5.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 16 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
16 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Sep 30, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Sep 30, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Sep 30, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 30, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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Adams Woodcrest
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 46733
Bed Count:
143
CCN:
155747
Occupancy:
71.4%
Home Revenue:
$12,192,260.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,615,054.00
Payroll %:
46.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
108
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6901
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Adams Heritage
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 46773
Bed Count:
61
CCN:
155729
Occupancy:
71.6%
Home Revenue:
$5,068,983.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,488,962.00
Payroll %:
49.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
39
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1205
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
+29%
+29%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Hickory Creek at Peru
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 46970
Bed Count:
36
Operator:
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CCN:
155406
Occupancy:
81.5%
Home Revenue:
$3,043,389.00
Payroll Costs:
$1,506,438.00
Payroll %:
49.5%
Avg Residents/Day:
24.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.5484
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
16
RN share vs State Avg:
-28%
-28%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-26%
-26%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+17%
+17%
Addison Pointe Health & Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 46304
Bed Count:
100
Operator:
DOBBEN, STEVEN
CCN:
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Occupancy:
92.5%
Home Revenue:
$15,225,564.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,306,023.00
Payroll %:
34.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
92.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1554
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
27
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-5%
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Staffing vs State Avg:
-8%
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Occupancy vs State Avg:
+33%
+33%
Albany Health Care & Rehabilitation Center
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AL
Community:
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Bed Count:
102
Operator:
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CCN:
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Occupancy:
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Home Revenue:
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Payroll %:
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Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
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Severe Citations:
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
44
Total Staff
38
Employees
6
Contractors
9,683
Total Hours (Quarter)
15
Avg Staff/Day
7.1
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 9.6 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 9.9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 10 | 6.9 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
24 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
10 staff
1.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
1.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
4.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.3%
of total hours from contractors
27 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 5
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,155 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,129 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,385 | 90 | 99% | 9.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 517 | 60 | 66% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 62 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 426 | 67 | 74% | 4.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 143 | 15 | 16% | 9.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 129 | 20 | 22% | 6.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 126 | 55 | 60% | 2.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 68 | 40 | 44% | 1.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 21 | 23% | 1.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 4 | 4% | 6.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 6 | 7% | 3.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 10 | 11% | 1.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 13% | 1.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 12 | 15 | 16% | 0.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 1.3 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
31 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
1 resident (3.2%)
Medicaid
25 residents (80.6%)
Private pay or other
5 residents (16.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.5
19% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 8.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.4
45% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 17.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.6%
37% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.1%
30% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 14.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
10.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
10.5%
57% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.3%
63% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 3.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
28% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
62.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
62.9%
161% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.0%
20% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
6% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 93.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 95.4%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.7%
12% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 81.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Hickory Creek at Peru based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
81.5%
↓ 5.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
$537,814
↑ ~$365K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$1,846,177
↓ ~$328K vs 2022
Profit Margin
17.7%
↑ 11.6pp vs 2022
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