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Assisted Living in South Bend

Grand Emerald Place

Assisted Living in South Bend

Grand Emerald Place

Overview of Grand Emerald Place

Situated in South Bend, Indiana, Grand Emerald Place emerges as a beacon of exceptional assisted living for seniors, ensuring an environment that consistently surpasses expectations. Within its welcoming embrace, residents discover a home-like haven where comfort and care intertwine seamlessly. This community boasts round-the-clock nursing availability, guaranteeing that assistance is readily accessible across various assisted living levels of care.

Outdoor enthusiasts can partake in engaging activities, including memberships in a walking club, gardening club, and participation in outdoor events. Meanwhile, indoors, residents enjoy the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, enhanced by the presence of an on-site hair salon. The provision of scheduled transportation adds an extra layer of convenience, while elegantly appointed lounges and an activity room create inviting spaces for relaxation and social engagement. Beyond the physical comforts, Grand Emerald Place takes pride in a refreshing and revitalizing atmosphere, epitomized by its reassuring emergency call system.

(574) 291-2222

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 96

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Indiana average: 69.4%
Occupancy rate 51%
Residents per day 49
Occupancy rate
51%
Residents per day
49
Bed community size
96-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
13 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 36 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
51%
25% lower than Indiana average

Indiana average: 68%

Occupied beds
49 / 96
Average residents 70 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026

Additional Licensing Details

License Number25-013555-1

Ownership & Operating Entity

Grand Emerald Place is legally operated by Ops Living South Bend Llc, and administrated by Amanda Harlow.

Profit StatusPROFIT

Type Of Units

Residential
96 units
Total beds
96 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of NursingLINDSAY VANDERPOOL
ContactMearl May, Administrator

Contact Information

Fax(260) 498-0205

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 378 / 421 / 430 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Grand Emerald Place

Assisted Living

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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.

Inspection Overview Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

12 total visits · Indiana avg: 19

Ranked 110th of 388 in Indiana

11 Inspections Indiana avg: 13 15% below Indiana avg
11 Complaint Visits Indiana avg: 8 38% above Indiana avg Ranked 267th of 367 5 formal complaints filed · avg: 5 Formal complaints can result in multiple visits
6 Visits with Citations Indiana avg: 7 14% below Indiana avg
28 Citations Total Indiana avg: 34 18% below Indiana avg Ranked 194th of 385
6 Visits without Citations Indiana avg: 12 50% below Indiana avg

5 complaints

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

Indiana average: 5 complaints

Latest inspection

Date April 3, 2025
Complaint Investigation

28 total citations

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

Indiana average: 34 citations

27 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Indiana average: 36 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Grand Emerald Place

The most recent inspection on April 3, 2025, found deficiencies related to fire safety training, odor control, food sanitation, medication review timeliness, and medication cart security. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues with fire safety, food handling, medication management, and pest control, along with a failure to submit a timely license renewal application. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated except for a substantiated abuse reporting failure and ongoing pest control problems related to bedbugs. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s deficiencies have persisted over time with no clear pattern of improvement.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans

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Address 4.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from South Bend's city center to Grand Emerald Place's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.32 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Irish Dialysis)

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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.

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