Peabody Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · North Manchester, IN

Peabody Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · North Manchester, IN

Overview of Peabody Retirement Community

Set in the neighborhood of North Manchester, IN, Peabody Retirement Community is a well-established senior living community, offering a wide range of services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and long-term care. The community features an array of beautifully designed accommodations that cater to residents’ unique lifestyle. Residents here are provided with all the care they need to continue aging gracefully, from assistance with daily living activities to specialized rehabilitation and therapy services.

The community ensures residents are at complete ease with the convenience of having most of their chores done for them. A wellness center is available to provide residents various programs for their well-being and a vibrant range of activities to keep them active and entertained. Restaurant-style dining with savory dishes and flexible dining options are offered to complete residents’ fulfilling living experience, ensuring they are always energized and healthy to take on a vibrant day.

Bed community size
336-bed community Rank #4 / 432Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 432 homes in Indiana for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Indiana facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
13 years in operation Rank #89 / 410Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 410 homes in Indiana for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Indiana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 22 / 100 Rank #384 / 552Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 384th out of 552 homes in Indiana for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Indiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
52%
Rank #324 / 422Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 324th out of 422 homes in Indiana for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 422. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Indiana average: 68.1%
Occupied beds
174 / 336
Average occupied beds in Indiana homes 70 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home / Skilled Nursing Facility / Nursing Facility Dually Certified
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 1, 2024
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number24-000485-1
CMS Certification Number155655

Ownership & Operating Entity

Peabody Retirement Community is legally operated by Woodlawn Hospital, and administered by Katie Robinson.

Profit StatusOther

Type Of Units

SNF/NF (Combined)
192 units
Residential
144 units
Total beds
336 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Medical DirectorRutvik Patel
Director of NursingSharon Scott-Bellinger

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(260) 982-8657

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesMonthly activities calendar available
Religious Services

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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 50 deficiencies 7 complaints 24 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, deficiencies, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Indiana state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Indiana assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

11 points below the Indiana average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #328 / 393 in Indiana Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 328th out of 393 homes in Indiana for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Indiana average among 393 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 72 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 11 points below the Indiana average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 6 Worse Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (39% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (11% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (86% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (46% above)
• Total complaints (40% above)
• Complaints per year (38% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 5036 This facility has 39% more total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (50 vs. IN avg 36).↑ 39% worse Rank #261 / 318 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 261st out of 318 homes in Indiana for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Indiana average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.11.9 This facility has 11% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (2.1 vs. IN avg 1.9).↑ 11% worse Rank #151 / 318 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 151st out of 318 homes in Indiana for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Indiana average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits. 2419 This facility has had 26% more total visits than the Indiana average (24 vs. IN avg 19). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 26% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 137 This facility has 86% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (13 vs. IN avg 7).↑ 86% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 54%37% This facility has 17 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (54% vs. IN avg 37%).↑ 17% worse
Inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators. 2413 This facility has had 85% more inspections than the Indiana average (24 vs. IN avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 85% more

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

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 75 This facility has 40% more total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (7 vs. IN avg 5).↑ 40% worse Rank #227 / 290 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 227th out of 290 homes in Indiana for total complaints. Shows this facility's total complaints compared to the Indiana average among 290 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 1.81.3 This facility has 38% more complaints per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1.8 vs. IN avg 1.3).↑ 38% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints. Formal complaints can result in multiple visits. 248 This facility has had 200% more complaint visits than the Indiana average (24 vs. IN avg 8). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 200% more

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Three Meals Per Day

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Peabody Retirement Community

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Places of interest near Peabody Retirement Community

Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from North Manchester's city center to Peabody Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Wabash

Info below is compiled from the IN Dept. of Health (IDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Peabody Retirement Community
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IL
MC
RC
North Manchester
336
Facility 336
IN AVG 116
Rank #4 / 432
Yes
22
Facility 22
IN AVG 40
Rank #384 / 552
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 8
Rank #89 / 410
51.8% A+Katie RobinsonWoodlawn HospitalSharon Scott-Bellinger
72
Facility 72
IN AVG 83
Rank #328 / 393
24
7
Facility 7
IN AVG 5
Rank #227 / 290
50
Facility 50
IN AVG 36
Rank #261 / 318
2.1
Facility 2.1
IN AVG 1.9
Rank #151 / 318
Bickford of Wabash
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MC
Wabash-Yes
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IN AVG 40
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Indiana

Peabody Retirement Community is located in North Manchester, 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Peabody Retirement Community

Who is the Director of Nursing at Peabody Retirement Community?

Sharon Scott-Bellinger is the Director of Nursing at Peabody Retirement Community.

Who is the owner of Peabody Retirement Community?

Peabody Retirement Community is legally operated by Woodlawn Hospital, and administered by Katie Robinson.

Is Peabody Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Peabody Retirement Community has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Peabody Retirement Community?

According to IN state health department records, Peabody Retirement Community's license number is 24-000485-1.

When does Peabody Retirement Community's license expire?

According to IN state health department records, Peabody Retirement Community's license expires on September 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Peabody Retirement Community?

Peabody Retirement Community's occupancy is 52%.

How long has Peabody Retirement Community been in business?

Peabody Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 13 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

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