Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Hospice Care · Anderson, IN
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Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Hospice Care · Anderson, IN
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Countryside Family-first Senior Living From Cardon

Countryside Family-first Senior Living From Cardon community in Anderson, Indiana, is a top-notch facility dedicated to long-term care. With a professional and compassionate approach, the facility spans 5 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, creating a home-like neighborhood ambiance that residents truly appreciate. Their strong affiliations with local physicians and specialists provide families and residents peace of mind, ensuring access to the necessary care.

In this ideal setting, the home offers expert skills, cutting-edge technology, and a compassionate team to cater to the complex medical and non-medical needs of residents. With around-the-clock supervised care, personalized life care plans, dental services, planned activities, and vibrant programs, the facility fosters a lively and supportive environment. Moreover, being a Medicare and Medicaid approved facility, they provide exceptional nutrition services with a diverse menu selection, and even offer on-site dialysis, ensuring residents receive comprehensive and specialized care tailored to their unique requirements.

(317) 671-7965

Managed by Daniel W. Moore

Administrator

Daniel W. Moore is a licensed health facility administrator who has served as administrator of CarDon’s Health & Living Communities in Paoli, Sullivan, and Indianapolis. He coordinated the planning and construction of Bell Trace and Brookside Village in Jasper. Daniel currently serves as executive vice president of CarDon’s board of directors, bringing extensive leadership experience to the community.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 32.9% Above IN avg. ▲ 32.9% Above IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 46.5% Above IN avg. ▲ 46.5% Above IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 21.6% Below IN avg. ▼ 21.6% Below IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
At IN avg. At IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Indiana state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 178th out of 270 homes in Indiana.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 9m per day
Rank #178 / 270Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 270 homes in Indiana.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Indiana average, with a ranking across 270 Indiana SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Indiana avg (3h 32m per day)
vs Indiana avg
-11%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 43m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Lower occupancy than the Indiana average: 69.4%
Occupancy rate 65.4% Rank #146 / 272Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 146th out of 272 homes in Indiana.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 272. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay 86 days
Occupancy rate
65.4% Rank #146 / 272Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 146th out of 272 homes in Indiana.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 272. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
86 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

63% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$14.2M
Surplus of revenue
$304.1K
Governmental community Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$14.2M Rank #84 / 271Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 84th out of 271 homes in Indiana.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Indiana SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$304.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #138 / 271Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 138th out of 271 homes in Indiana.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Indiana average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.3M
37% of revenue Rank #244 / 271Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th out of 271 homes in Indiana.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Indiana average. Well-run Indiana SNFs typically land around 53–67% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.7M
Total costs $13.9M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #91 / 255Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 91st out of 255 homes in Indiana.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Additional Services

2 services
Rehabilitation
Memory Support

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon

Assisted Living Skilled Nursing Hospice Care

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Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2022
Total health inspections 6

Indiana average 6


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations
17 Rank #97 / 271Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 97th out of 271 homes in Indiana.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Indiana State average, with a ranking across all 271 IN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Indiana average 25

Citations per inspection
2.83 Rank #68 / 271Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 271 homes in Indiana.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Indiana mean across 271 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Indiana average 4.12


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

13 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 17 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.2


Serious Health citations
0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.6

0 critical citations Indiana average: 0.2

0 serious citations Indiana average: 0.6

17 moderate citations Indiana average: 23.8

0 minor citations Indiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 4 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jan 03, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 03, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Sep 11, 2024
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Indiana

Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon is located in Anderson, Indiana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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).
IN

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
IN

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).
IN

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.
IN

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
IN

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 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Anderson's city center to Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.69 miles to nearest hospital (Fresenius Medical Care at Saint John'S Health System)

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 151
Employees 108
Contractors 43
Staff to resident ratio 2.01:1
2013233% better than Indiana average
Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1 Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1See full Indiana ranking
Avg staff/day 44
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Indiana average
Indiana average: 7.7 hours Indiana average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full Indiana ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 30,849

Nursing staff breakdown

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 47
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

17.5%

5,409 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 10 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 9 Qualified Social Worker: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Qualified Activities Professional: 3 Registered Nurse: 2 Certified Nursing Assistant: 2

Staff by category

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant452479,87991100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse180185,20391100%8.7
Medication Aide/Technician160164,57491100%7.9
Registered Nurse112132,9909099%8.6
Physical Therapy Aide0661,2408189%7.3
Speech Language Pathologist0559998088%7
Qualified Social Worker0668016774%7.9
Dental Services Staff4047856571%9
Other Dietary Services Staff2027758998%6.9
Physical Therapy Assistant010106377077%5.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician0996097380%5.9
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Administrator1015126470%8
RN Director of Nursing4044915864%7.9
Dietitian1013805662%6.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist4042763640%7.2
Occupational Therapy Aide1011286470%2
Qualified Activities Professional033501213%4.2
47 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
16 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 89%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 88%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 74%
4 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 71%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 98%
10 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 77%
9 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 80%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 64%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 62%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 40%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 70%
3 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 13%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 75
Medicare
4
5.3% of residents
Medicaid
40
53.3% of residents
Private pay or other
31
41.3% of residents
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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.1
26% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 8.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.8
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 13.2%
9% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 15.7%
10% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 14.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 21.6%
12% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 8.9%
131% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 3.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.6%
17% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.3%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.1%
60% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.2%
74% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.7%
54% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.5%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 93.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.2%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 95.4%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 68.0%
17% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.3%
8% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 69.6%
12% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 79.0%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon

Is Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon in a walkable area?

Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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What is the phone number of Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon?

(317) 671-7965 will put you in contact with the team at Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon.

Is Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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