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Best Nursing Homes in Wabash, IN

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Last updated
May 2026
We analyzed
5 homes in Wabash, 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.

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

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Peabody Retirement Community
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.

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.

North Manchester
336
Facility 336
IN AVG 117
Rank #4 / 437
51.8%
Facility 51.8%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #335 / 433
-25%
3.63
Facility 3.63
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #86 / 287
-42%+6%
$33.5k
Facility $33.5k
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #269 / 289
33
Facility 33
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #205 / 288
3.7
Facility 3.7
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #129 / 288
3176A+
22
Facility 22
IN AVG 37
Rank #384 / 587
The Estelle Peabody Memorial Home Of The Synod Of Lincoln Trails Of Un
$31.6M
Facility $31.6M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #5 / 290
$14.7M
Facility $14.7M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #6 / 290
46.4%
Facility 46.4%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #179 / 290
155655
Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Centre
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.

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.

Wabash
75
Facility 75
IN AVG 117
Rank #341 / 437
52.0%
Facility 52.0%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #333 / 433
-25%
3.54
Facility 3.54
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #105 / 287
-36%+3%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
7
Facility 7
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #23 / 288
3.5
Facility 3.5
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #121 / 288
-39A+
35
Facility 35
IN AVG 37
Rank #299 / 587
Rebecca Hatfield
$5.2M
Facility $5.2M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #259 / 290
$3.3M
Facility $3.3M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #242 / 290
62.8%
Facility 62.8%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #41 / 290
155162
Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West
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.

Wabash
44
Facility 44
IN AVG 117
Rank #418 / 437
56.8%
Facility 56.8%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #296 / 433
-18%
2.95
Facility 2.95
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #227 / 287
+23%-14%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
13
Facility 13
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #60 / 288
1.9
Facility 1.9
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #23 / 288
-28-
26
Facility 26
IN AVG 37
Rank #352 / 587
The Waters Of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West LLC
$2.6M
Facility $2.6M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #287 / 290
$1.6M
Facility $1.6M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #288 / 290
61.9%
Facility 61.9%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #44 / 290
155627
Vernon Health & 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).

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.

Wabash
71
Facility 71
IN AVG 117
Rank #347 / 437
66.2%
Facility 66.2%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #220 / 433
-5%
3.62
Facility 3.62
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #86 / 287
+54%+5%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
25
Facility 25
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #157 / 288
2.5
Facility 2.5
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #52 / 288
-48-
26
Facility 26
IN AVG 37
Rank #352 / 587
Vernon Manor Children's Home, LLC
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #220 / 290
$4.1M
Facility $4.1M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #208 / 290
56.6%
Facility 56.6%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #73 / 290
155810
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.

Contact Peabody Retirement Community

Overview of Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Centre

Located in Wabash, IN, is Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Centre, a healthcare facility offering rehabilitation, memory care, long-term care, respite care, and hospice care services. Their long-term care option provides quality care and support for individuals who struggle with daily tasks due to illness, injury, frailty, and other limitations. Additionally, their long term care is provided by licensed nurses and specially trained health care aides, under the supervision of a trained physician.
Autumn Ridge’s long-term care aims to assist residents maintain or regain their highest level of independence through a variety of services. This includes physical, occupational, and physical therapy, social services, and regular activities that promote physical wellness and cognitive stimulation.

Contact Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Centre

Overview of Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility East The
The Waters of Wabash East is a rehabilitation and skilled nursing center in Wabash, IN. It is dedicated to providing exceptional care for both short-term and long-term residents. The facility offers a range of services including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care.

Contact Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility East the

Overview of Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West
The Waters of Wabash West is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Wabash, IN. It focuses on providing quality care tailored to the needs of residents and their families. The facility offers services such as personalized rehabilitation, respite care, and comprehensive wound care.

Contact Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West

Overview of Vernon Health & Rehabilitation
Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is located in Wabash, Indiana. It provides compassionate and exceptional care for children and adults with skilled nursing needs and developmental and intellectual disabilities. The facility offers a supportive and inclusive environment with specialized programs and tailored support services.

Contact Vernon Health & 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 Wabash, 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 5 nursing homes in Wabash, IN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Wabash, 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 Wabash, 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 Wabash, 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.