Tanglewood Trace
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · South Bend

Tanglewood Trace

Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · South Bend

Overview of Tanglewood Trace

An outstanding 20-acre community sitting in the picturesque city of Mishawaka, IN, Tanglewood Trace offers an array of care options, including assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and hospice coordination. With its commitment to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-tier care and support around the clock, accompanied by a team of certified professionals to meet their special needs and aspirations. Housekeeping, utilities, concierge, and grounds maintenance are also taken care of by the community to ensure a hassle-free retirement.

Featuring a well-thought-of-life enrichment program, the community conducts fun-filled activities and enriching programs aimed at keeping residents happy and healthy. Enjoy mealtimes with healthy and delicious meals satisfying residents’ dietary needs and tastes. The community also offers telephone hookups and a family communication app, to ease residents’ loneliness and keep their loved ones updated. Enjoy every moment of your best years surrounded by scenic views and a tranquil environment.

(574) 277-4310
Bed community size
148-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
15 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
43%
Lower than the Indiana average: 68.1%
Occupied beds
64 / 148
Average residents per home in Indiana 70 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
License Number25-009669-1

Ownership & Operating Entity

Tanglewood Trace is legally operated by Gahc3 Mishawaka In Alf Trs Sub Llc, and administrated by Barbara Gawel.

Profit StatusProfit

Type Of Units

Residential
148 units
Total beds
148 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of NursingCAROL CAMPBELL
ContactMs. Barbara Gawel, Executive Director

Contact Information

Fax(574) 277-6509

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 522 / 545 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 1 Bed Deluxe

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Servince

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Fitness and Recreation

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Three Meals Per Day

Types of Care at Tanglewood Trace

Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living Respite Care

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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 9 deficiencies 2 complaints 5 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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:
• Inspection deficiency rate (62% above)
9 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (75% below)
• Deficiencies per year (74% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (5% below)
• Total visits (74% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (57% below)
• Inspections (69% below)
• Total complaints (60% below)
• Complaints per year (62% below)
• Complaint visits (50% below)
Latest Inspection August 20, 2024 Renewal

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 936 This facility has 75% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (9 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 75% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 2.39 This facility has 74% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (2.3 vs. IN avg 9).↓ 74% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.81.9 This facility has 5% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1.8 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 5% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits. 519 This facility has 74% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (5 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 74% better
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 37 This facility has 57% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 57% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 60%37% This facility has 23 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (60% vs. IN avg 37%).↑ 23% worse
Inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators. 413 This facility has 69% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 69% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

MetricThis FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 25 This facility has 60% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (2 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 60% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 0.51.3 This facility has 62% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (0.5 vs. IN avg 1.3).↓ 62% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints. Formal complaints can result in multiple visits. 48 This facility has 50% fewer complaint visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 8).↓ 50% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on August 20, 2024, identified deficiencies related to medication assessments, nurse authorization for PRN medications, food storage, and emergency information documentation. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including resident care after falls, medication documentation, sanitation, safety standards, and service plan evaluations. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated or substantiated without related deficiencies, with one substantiated complaint noting no cited issues. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history reflects ongoing challenges in medication management, documentation, and sanitation, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Tanglewood Trace

Tanglewood Trace One Bedroom
Tanglewood Trace One Bedroom Deluxe

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Indiana

Tanglewood Trace is located in Mishawaka, Indiana.
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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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).
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Requires level-of-care determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home health services

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+
General Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
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Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+
General 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

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

Benefits
Room/board Laundry Minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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).
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Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Age
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.
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16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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
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High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mishawaka's city center to Tanglewood Trace's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.4 miles to nearest hospital (Radiology, Inc.)

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tanglewood Trace

Who is the Director of Nursing at Tanglewood Trace?

Carol Campbell is the Director of Nursing at Tanglewood Trace.

Who is the owner of Tanglewood Trace?

The legal owner and operator of Tanglewood Trace is Gahc3 Mishawaka In Alf Trs Sub Llc.

Is Tanglewood Trace in a walkable area?

Tanglewood Trace has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Tanglewood Trace?

According to IN state health department records, Tanglewood Trace's license number is 25-009669-1.

When does Tanglewood Trace's license expire?

According to IN state health department records, Tanglewood Trace's license expires on June 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Tanglewood Trace?

Tanglewood Trace's occupancy is 43%.

Who is the administrator of Tanglewood Trace?

Barbara Gawel is the administrator of Tanglewood Trace.

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