Best Nursing Homes in Hammond, IN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 nursing homes in Hammond, IN using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in IN
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Overview of Hammond-Whiting Care Center

Set in an Indiana suburb near Chicago, Hammond-Whiting Care Center specializes in providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery in a welcoming and friendly environment. The facility’s focus is to ensure that individuals receive the tailored care they require to regain their health and well-being.

As a proud member of the Life Care Centers of America family, Hammond-Whiting Care Center is dedicated to inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation along with round-the-clock skilled nursing care. Here, a dedicated team of in-house therapists and nurses collaborates with each patient and resident, crafting a customized care plan that addresses their unique needs and aspirations. This care center is close to the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan and the vibrant urban offerings of the city.

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Overview of Hartsfield Village

Hartsfield Village is a continuing care retirement community in Munster, IN, with independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks. Nursing and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care; hospice supports residents receiving end of life care, and respite care provides a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available in one community. As a resident’s needs grow, they may be able to move to a different level without leaving Hartsfield Village. Private rooms are available, and pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living there.

Hartsfield Village opened in 1999 and has staffing around the clock, along with a doctor on staff. Its Rehabilitation Center provides rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation, giving residents access to recovery focused care within the community.

Residents can use the salon and spa, fitness room, outdoor walking paths, restaurant style dining, artisan café, and religious services. Transportation can support trips arranged through the community. Medicare and private pay are accepted.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Hammond, IN

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Indiana?

Assisted living in Indiana is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Indiana Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Indiana Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 2 nursing homes in Hammond, IN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Hammond, IN?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Hammond, IN, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Hammond, IN?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Nursing Homes in Hammond at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 1.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Hammond, IN. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Hammond, IN. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 1.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Hammond, IN. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5