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Best Nursing Homes in South Bend, IN

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Last updated
Jun 2026
We analyzed
13 homes in South Bend, IN

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Indiana Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.

9 facilities compared · CMS & IN Dept. of Health data

Wellbrooke of South Bend
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

ADC

Adult Day Care Structured weekday daytime programming for seniors who live at home but need supervision, health monitoring, or social engagement. More affordable than full residential care and a key resource for working family caregivers.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

South Bend
129
Facility 129
IN AVG 116
Rank #144 / 437
40.3%
Facility 40.3%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #394 / 433
-42%
3.35
Facility 3.35
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #151 / 287
+2%-3%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #237 / 289
79
Facility 79
IN AVG 83
Rank #209 / 384
15
Facility 15
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #77 / 288
3.8
Facility 3.8
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #135 / 288
147-
44
Facility 44
IN AVG 37
Rank #249 / 587
Rayne Wise
$11.7M
Facility $11.7M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #143 / 290
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #86 / 290
58%
Facility 58%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #64 / 290
155824
Southfield Village Inc.
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

South Bend
138
Facility 138
IN AVG 116
Rank #116 / 437
34.1%
Facility 34.1%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #410 / 433
-51%
3.98
Facility 3.98
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #48 / 287
+33%+16%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
74
Facility 74
IN AVG 83
Rank #270 / 384
24
Facility 24
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #152 / 288
8.0
Facility 8.0
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #276 / 288
-54-
5
Facility 5
IN AVG 37
Rank #518 / 587
Southfield Village Inc
$12.5M
Facility $12.5M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #120 / 290
$5.8M
Facility $5.8M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #123 / 290
46.5%
Facility 46.5%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #177 / 290
155684
Robertson’s Apartments
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

South Bend (South Michigan Street)
86
Facility 86
IN AVG 116
Rank #302 / 437
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #39 / 433
+28%
3.12
Facility 3.12
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #185 / 287
-27%-9%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
-
12
Facility 12
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #51 / 288
4.0
Facility 4.0
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #153 / 288
-77-
82
Facility 82
IN AVG 37
Rank #9 / 587
Yolanda Washington
$10.3M
Facility $10.3M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #164 / 290
$5.1M
Facility $5.1M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #154 / 290
49.9%
Facility 49.9%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #137 / 290
155448
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NC

Nursing Care

PC

Palliative Care

South Bend
131
Facility 131
IN AVG 116
Rank #138 / 437
74.0%
Facility 74.0%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #153 / 433
+7%
3.55
Facility 3.55
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #105 / 287
-61%+3%
$10.8k
Facility $10.8k
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #245 / 289
74
Facility 74
IN AVG 83
Rank #270 / 384
19
Facility 19
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #117 / 288
3.8
Facility 3.8
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #135 / 288
393-
7
Facility 7
IN AVG 37
Rank #497 / 587
Briarcliff Health Care - South Bend LLC
$12.6M
Facility $12.6M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #119 / 290
$5.8M
Facility $5.8M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #125 / 290
45.7%
Facility 45.7%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #189 / 290
155831
The Milton Home
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NC

Nursing Care

PC

Palliative Care

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

South Bend
62
Facility 62
IN AVG 116
Rank #372 / 437
40.3%
Facility 40.3%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #394 / 433
-42%
4.98
Facility 4.98
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #16 / 287
+13%+45%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
73
Facility 73
IN AVG 83
Rank #284 / 384
25
Facility 25
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #157 / 288
4.2
Facility 4.2
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #170 / 288
-28-
81
Facility 81
IN AVG 37
Rank #15 / 587
Milton Home Nursing Home And Rehabilitation
$6.0M
Facility $6.0M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #243 / 290
$2.9M
Facility $2.9M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #257 / 290
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #157 / 290
155738
Majestic Care of South Bend
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

South Bend
103
Facility 103
IN AVG 116
Rank #231 / 437
60.2%
Facility 60.2%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #272 / 433
-13%
2.83
Facility 2.83
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #240 / 287
-34%-18%
$116.3k
Facility $116.3k
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #288 / 289
70
Facility 70
IN AVG 83
Rank #326 / 384
57
Facility 57
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #273 / 288
6.3
Facility 6.3
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #242 / 288
376-
16
Facility 16
IN AVG 37
Rank #420 / 587
Majestic Care Of South Bend LLC
$12.1M
Facility $12.1M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #127 / 290
$4.2M
Facility $4.2M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #202 / 290
34.5%
Facility 34.5%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #278 / 290
155219
Trailpoint Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

South Bend
183
Facility 183
IN AVG 116
Rank #44 / 437
52.5%
Facility 52.5%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #327 / 433
-24%
3.27
Facility 3.27
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #151 / 287
+11%-5%
$14.1k
Facility $14.1k
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #225 / 289
-
22
Facility 22
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #139 / 288
3.1
Facility 3.1
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #98 / 288
1103-
5
Facility 5
IN AVG 37
Rank #518 / 587
Katrina Bradford
$16.0M
Facility $16.0M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #70 / 290
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #23 / 290
60.1%
Facility 60.1%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #56 / 290
155103
West Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

South Bend
157
Facility 157
IN AVG 116
Rank #76 / 437
37.8%
Facility 37.8%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #401 / 433
-46%
3.70
Facility 3.70
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #70 / 287
-1%+8%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
-
31
Facility 31
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #194 / 288
6.2
Facility 6.2
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #240 / 288
-65-
68
Facility 68
IN AVG 37
Rank #81 / 587
Emily Bailey
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #197 / 290
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #179 / 290
53.7%
Facility 53.7%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #96 / 290
155355
Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

South Bend
144
Facility 144
IN AVG 116
Rank #103 / 437
47.4%
Facility 47.4%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #366 / 433
-32%
3.53
Facility 3.53
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #105 / 287
+46%+3%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #247 / 289
-
19
Facility 19
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #117 / 288
3.8
Facility 3.8
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #135 / 288
263-
75
Facility 75
IN AVG 37
Rank #43 / 587
Kathryn Lape
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #176 / 290
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #165 / 290
51.5%
Facility 51.5%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #116 / 290
155115
Overview of Trailpoint Village

Trailpoint Village is filled with professional and dedicated care staff who strive to make a difference in their residents’ lives. The home offers a continuum of nursing home services– respite care, hospice care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation; as well as focusing on assisted living and memory care services. The elegant nursing home is a resident-centered community where residents can thrive and reach their fullest potential to be a new version of themselves.
As a proud member of the American Senior Communities, Trailpoint strives to ensure excellent hospital-like service in a comfortable, homey environment. Services at the nursing home are interdisciplinary, focusing on the specific healing process for each resident: outpatient therapy, long-term care, and short-term care; activities and programs focus on functional communication, cognitive skills, and physical movement. As convenience is the heart of their service, medical services and physicians are available in the community.

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Overview of Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation

The sister community of West Bend, Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation, is filled with professional and dedicated care staff who strive to make a difference in their residents’ lives. The home offers a continuum of nursing home services– respite care, hospice care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation; as well as focusing on assisted living and memory care services. The elegant nursing home is a resident-centered community where residents can thrive and reach their fullest potential to be a new version of themselves.
Cardinal Nursing and Rehab strive to ensure excellent hospital-like service in a comfortable, homey environment. Services at the nursing home are interdisciplinary, focusing on the specific healing process for each resident: outpatient therapy, long-term care, and short-term care; activities and programs focus on functional communication, cognitive skills, and physical movement. As convenience is the heart of their service, medical services and physicians are available in the community.

Contact Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation

Overview of West Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation

A community that is filled with a professional and dedicated care staff who strive to make a difference in their residents’ lives, West Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation offers a continuum of nursing home services– respite care, hospice care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation; as well as focusing on assisted living and memory care service. The elegant nursing home is a resident-centered community where residents can thrive and reach their fullest potential to be a new version of themselves.
West Bend strives to ensure excellent hospital-like service in a comfortable, homey environment. Services at the nursing home are interdisciplinary, focusing on the specific healing process for each resident: outpatient therapy, long-term care, and short-term care; activities and programs focus on functional communication, cognitive skills, and physical movement. As convenience is the heart of their service, medical services and physicians are available in the community. 

Contact West Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation

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.

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

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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 South Bend, 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 13 nursing homes in South Bend, IN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in South Bend, 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 South Bend, 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 South Bend, 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.