Occupancy rate
80%
Higher than the Indiana average: 68.1%Silver Birch of Mishawaka
Assisted Living · Indiana, IN
Silver Birch of Mishawaka
Assisted Living · Indiana, IN
Silver Birch of Mishawaka accepts Medicaid.
Silver Birch of Mishawaka is an affordable assisted living community in Mishawaka, IN. It offers a lifestyle of quality and personalized service for seniors aged 55 and older. Residents enjoy three meals a day, assistance with daily living activities, and a variety of social programs.
125-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 3 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Indiana average: 68.1%Occupied beds
100 / 125
Average residents per home in Indiana
70 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
License Number25-014260-1
Silver Birch of Mishawaka is legally operated by Mishawaka Rcf Lp, and administrated by Natasha Welch.
Profit StatusProfit
Residential
125 units
Total beds
125 units
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsEmergency call monitors throughout the community.
Safety FeaturesStaff conducts wellness checks periodically throughout the day.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingNICOLE WHALEN
Accept Medicaid
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Fax(765) 254-0332
Pets Allowed
Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
24-Hour Staff
Assistance With Daily Living Activities
Three Meals Plus Snacks Served Daily
Medication Delivery And Reminders
Free Weekly Laundry And Housekeeping
Social
Recreational
And Wellness Programming
Regular Health And Wellness Checks
Free High-Speed Internet
Emergency Call Monitors
Transportation To Shopping And Scheduled Outings
Private Dining Room
Landscaped Grounds
Walking Paths
Outdoor Patio
Activity Rooms
Fully-Accessible Fitness Room
Library
Hair Salon
Resident Lounges
Computer Lounge
On-Site Store
ActivitiesSilver Birch offers a variety of activities to ensure there is always something to do.
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Food DescriptionThree meals plus snacks served daily in a restaurant-style dining room.
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.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
24 deficiencies
3 complaints
18 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Indiana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2022 vs. Indiana state average
Overall vs. IN average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Inspections (23% above) 8 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per year (33% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (32% below)
• Total visits (5% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (29% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (24% below)
• Total complaints (40% below)
• Complaints per year (38% below)
• Inspections (23% above) 8 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per year (33% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (32% below)
• Total visits (5% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (29% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (24% below)
• Total complaints (40% below)
• Complaints per year (38% below)
Latest Inspection
July 10, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 24 | 36 | This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (24 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 33% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 6 | 9 | This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (6 vs. IN avg 9).↓ 33% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.3 | 1.9 | This facility has 32% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1.3 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 32% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total visits
Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits.
| 18 | 19 | This facility has 5% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (18 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 5% better |
|
Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (5 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 29% better |
|
Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 28% | 37% | This facility has 9 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (28% vs. IN avg 37%).↓ 9% better |
|
Inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators.
| 16 | 13 | This facility has 23% more inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (16 vs. IN avg 13).↑ 23% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.
| Metric | This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 5 | This facility has 40% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 40% better |
|
Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2022.
| 0.8 | 1.3 | This facility has 38% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (0.8 vs. IN avg 1.3).↓ 38% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on July 10, 2025, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving food safety, medication management, infection control, and residents’ rights, with some substantiated complaints citing issues such as failure to honor a resident’s choice of physician and medication administration errors. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, with only a few substantiated complaints that did not result in enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports. There were no enforcement actions, fines, or license suspensions noted in the reports. The facility’s inspection history shows improvement over time, with the most recent visits indicating compliance with state regulations.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Indiana
Silver Birch of Mishawaka is located in MISHAWAKA, Indiana.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Silver Birch of Mishawaka
What neighborhood is Silver Birch of Mishawaka in?
Silver Birch of Mishawaka is in the 6501 neighborhood of MISHAWAKA.
Who is the Director of Nursing at Silver Birch of Mishawaka?
Nicole Whalen is the Director of Nursing at Silver Birch of Mishawaka.
Who is the owner of Silver Birch of Mishawaka?
The legal owner and operator of Silver Birch of Mishawaka is Mishawaka Rcf Lp.
Is Silver Birch of Mishawaka in a walkable area?
Silver Birch of Mishawaka has a walk score of 3. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Silver Birch of Mishawaka?
According to IN state health department records, Silver Birch of Mishawaka's license number is 25-014260-1.
When does Silver Birch of Mishawaka's license expire?
According to IN state health department records, Silver Birch of Mishawaka's license expires on June 30, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Silver Birch of Mishawaka?
Silver Birch of Mishawaka's occupancy is 80%.
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