Occupancy rate
70%
Similar to the Indiana average: 68.1%Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam
Assisted Living · Anderson, IN
Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam
Assisted Living · Anderson, IN
Sweet Galilee at the Wigwam, located in Anderson, Indiana, offers an affordable yet high-quality assisted senior living lifestyle. They prioritize the diverse needs of seniors, providing an elevated lifestyle grounded in love, compassion, and dignity. With 130 studio and one-bedroom apartments, residents benefit from a full spectrum of services that are both convenient and supportive.
Residents can engage in a variety of social and recreational activities, fostering a vibrant atmosphere. The staff, well-cared-for themselves, is equipped to provide exceptional care, with ongoing health monitoring, nursing assessments, and 24-hour staffing by certified nursing assistants. Sweet Galilee also offers transportation services and on-site beauty and barber services. The community features inviting spaces like a living room, a cozy TV lounge, an outdoor patio, and even a country store, creating a warm and enriching residential assisted living environment for its residents.
130-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: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the Indiana average: 68.1%Occupied beds
91 / 130
Average residents per home in Indiana
70 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
License Number25-014706-1
Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam is legally operated by Sweet Galilee At The Wigwam Llc, and administrated by Vernatene Banks.
Profit StatusProfit
Residential
130 units
Total beds
130 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingCARMEN MAY
Fax(765) 442-3900
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam
Assisted Living
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
48 deficiencies
12 complaints
26 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
9 Worse
Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above)
• Total visits (37% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (114% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (57% above)
• Inspections (77% above)
• Total complaints (140% above)
• Complaints per year (131% above)
• Complaint visits (188% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (5% below)
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above)
• Total visits (37% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (114% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (57% above)
• Inspections (77% above)
• Total complaints (140% above)
• Complaints per year (131% above)
• Complaint visits (188% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (5% below)
Latest Inspection
July 2, 2025
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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.
| 48 | 36 | This facility has 33% more total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (48 vs. IN avg 36).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 12 | 9 | This facility has 33% more deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (12 vs. IN avg 9).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.8 | 1.9 | 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
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits.
| 26 | 19 | This facility has 37% more total visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (26 vs. IN avg 19).↑ 37% worse |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 15 | 7 | This facility has 114% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (15 vs. IN avg 7).↑ 114% worse |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 58% | 37% | This facility has 21 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (58% vs. IN avg 37%).↑ 21% worse |
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Inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators.
| 23 | 13 | This facility has 77% more inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (23 vs. IN avg 13).↑ 77% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 12 | 5 | This facility has 140% more total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (12 vs. IN avg 5).↑ 140% worse |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2022.
| 3 | 1.3 | This facility has 131% more complaints per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 1.3).↑ 131% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints. Formal complaints can result in multiple visits.
| 23 | 8 | This facility has 188% more complaint visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (23 vs. IN avg 8).↑ 188% worse |
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 2, 2025, identified deficiencies related to staff certification, employee training, health screenings, and food safety practices. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues including staff training gaps, medication administration problems, resident care concerns, and food handling deficiencies. Several complaint investigations were substantiated with findings involving resident abuse, medication errors, privacy violations, and safety hazards, while many other complaints were found unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with staff qualifications, training, and food safety, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam is located in Anderson, Indiana.
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— 0.6 miles to nearest hospital (Fresenius Medical Care at Saint John'S Health System)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam
Who is the Director of Nursing at Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam?
Carmen May is the Director of Nursing at Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam.
Is Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam in a walkable area?
Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam?
According to IN state health department records, Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam's license number is 25-014706-1.
When does Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam's license expire?
According to IN state health department records, Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam's license expires on June 30, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam?
Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam's occupancy is 70%.
Who is the administrator of Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam?
Vernatene Banks is the administrator of Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam.
How many beds does Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam have?
Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam has 130 beds.
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