Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care & Skilled Nursing · South Bend, IN
ALM Inspection Grade C Info ALM's inspection grade is 75 / 100, a C — 9 points below the Indiana average for CMS-certified facilities (84/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care & Skilled Nursing · South Bend, IN
ALM Inspection Grade C Info ALM's inspection grade is 75 / 100, a C — 9 points below the Indiana average for CMS-certified facilities (84/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center

Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center, a 131-bed nursing home in South Bend, IN, counts five care types. They are hospice care, palliative care, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Memory care is secured and supervised, so for a resident at risk of wandering, the locked door is a design feature rather than a house rule.

Hospice and palliative care are the two items whose success nobody measures in recovery, comfort being the point instead. Licensed nursing, on the other hand, is a standing presence and not an on-call arrangement. Short-term rehabilitation handles recovery after an illness or an injury.

That spread suits somebody needing dementia supervision, skilled nursing, or the comfort-focused end. Families fund it through Medicaid, Medicare, or private pay. The daily nursing figure per resident stands at 4 hours and 18 minutes.

Pulaski Memorial Hospital operates the community with Christopher Gill as administrator. A courtyard, a salon, and a spa are named amenities. In-house hemodialysis means a resident on dialysis can have it done here. A chapel is on the property too.

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.
▼ 37.7% Below IN avg. ▼ 37.7% Below IN avg.IN average: 3.2Click 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.
▼ 28.9% Below IN avg. ▼ 28.9% Below IN avg.IN average: 2.8Click 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.
▲ 17.0% Above IN avg. ▲ 17.0% Above IN avg.IN average: 2.6Click 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.
▼ 29.5% Below IN avg. ▼ 29.5% Below IN avg.IN average: 4.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q2 2026 (April 1 – June 30, 2026).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Sep 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 37th out of 275 nursing homes we track in Indiana for nurse hours. 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.
↑ 24% · IN 3h 29mThis facility: 4h 18m per resident per day, 24% above the Indiana average of 3h 29m (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #37 / 275Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 37th out of 275 nursing homes we track in Indiana for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Indiana average, with a ranking across 275 Indiana facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
4h 18m

Standout metric: LPN / LVN is +66% above Indiana average

3 of 6 metrics below Indiana average

Staff by category

Q2 2026 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2026.
Certified Nursing Assistant6406423,49291100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse230239,48191100%9.7
RN Director of Nursing3031,4517380%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2131,1047785%7.8
Registered Nurse7071,0427380%9.9
Other Dietary Services Staff5059408492%6.4
Dietitian2029126976%8
Administrator1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1014806066%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1014565763%8
Mental Health Service Worker2021985662%3.5
Speech Language Pathologist0221872426%6.6
Physical Therapy Aide0221712325%7.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician022691921%3.1
Physical Therapy Assistant011652022%3.3
Qualified Social Worker011261112%2.4
64 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
23 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
Coverage 80%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
Coverage 85%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 131 Rank #86 / 276Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 86th out of 276 nursing homes we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #137 / 246Years in operation — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 137th out of 246 nursing homes we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #235 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 235th out of 264 nursing homes we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
7 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #128 / 270Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 128th out of 270 nursing homes we track in Indiana for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 270. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
72.2% This home usually has availability

Based on 94.6 residents and 131 beds. Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Oct 2026)

Higher than the Indiana average: 68%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
155 days

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeNURSING HOME (Skilled Nursing Facility)
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2025
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number26-013420-1
CMS Certification Number155831

Ownership & Operating Entity

Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center is legally operated by Pulaski Memorial Hospital, and administered by Christopher Gill.

Profit StatusNonprofit

Type Of Units

SNF/NF (Combined)
131 units
Total beds
131 units

Safety & Compliance

Resident Council

Leadership

Medical DirectorPaul Kaplanis
Director of NursingKIMBERLY CHRISMAN

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Short-Term Rehab
Short-Term Rehabilitation

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
In House Hemodialysis

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Hospice and Palliative Care

Additional Services

2 services
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen

Contact Information

Fax(574) 400-0619

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Beauty Salon
Spa
Cable Tv
Wi-Fi

Faith & Spiritual Life

Non-Denominational Religious Chapel

Contact Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center

Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Mar 2026

ALM Inspection Grade

75 / 100 Calculated from CMS inspection data for this community's nursing-home beds
How it compares

9 points below the Indiana average for CMS-certified facilities (84/100)

Category breakdown

Citations Typical

59 severity-weighted points (20 deficiencies) · 28% higher than the typical CMS-certified IN facility (median: 46)

Enforcement Concern

1 enforcement action · above the typical CMS-certified IN facility (median: 0) · $10,839 in fines

Persistence Typical

28 days to fix issues · slower than the typical CMS-certified IN facility (median: 24)

Inspection grade: 75 out of 100, letter grade C.
Total health inspections
5 ↓ 15% · IN 5.9This facility: 5, 15% below the Indiana average of 5.9 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
19 Rank #135 / 277Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 135th out of 277 nursing homes we track in Indiana for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Indiana State average, with a ranking across all 277 IN facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 18% · IN 23.3This facility: 19, 18% below the Indiana average of 23.3 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
3.8 Rank #116 / 277Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 116th out of 277 nursing homes we track in Indiana for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Indiana mean across 277 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 2% · IN 3.86This facility: 3.8, 2% below the Indiana average of 3.86 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 19 of 19 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 19 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · IN 0.2This facility: 0, 100% below the Indiana average of 0.2 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
3 ↑ 500% · IN 0.5This facility: 3, 500% above the Indiana average of 0.5 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
16 ↓ 28% · IN 22.2This facility: 16, 28% below the Indiana average of 22.2 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · IN 0.3This facility: 0, 100% below the Indiana average of 0.3 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Mar 19, 2026 · 1 citation (Quality of Care, moderate), corrected

Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 7 of 19 citations · 7 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Mar 19, 2026 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Aug 08, 2025 3 citations
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Aug 12, 2024 8 citations
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Environmental moderate citation Corrected
Nov 29, 2023 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect serious citation Corrected
Jul 14, 2023 6 citations
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 19 citations
Quality of Life & Care 7 deficiencies (37%)
Nutrition & Dietary 3 deficiencies (16%)
Pharmacy Services 3 deficiencies (16%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 2 deficiencies (11%)
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 2 deficiencies (11%)
Infection Control 1 deficiency (5%)
Environmental 1 deficiency (5%)
How citations are counted

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

17 of 19 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 19 resulted from complaint investigations.

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

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Enforcement

Penalties and fines About 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 · Data as of Oct 2026

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Latest: Aug 12, 2024 · $10,839 civil money penalty

1 fine
Aug 12, 2024 · $10,839 civil money penalty
Total fines
$10,839 ↓ 72% · IN $39KThis facility: $10,839, 72% below the Indiana average of $39,098. Average among the 106 Indiana facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg $66KUS average: $66,281, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.Rank #230 / 277Federal fines — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 230th out of 277 nursing homes we track in Indiana for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Indiana average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 277 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Number of fines
1 ↓ 15% · IN 1.18This facility: 1, 15% below the Indiana average of 1.18. Average among the 106 Indiana facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg 1.88US average: 1.88, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 IN avg 0.35Indiana average: 0.35. Average among the 106 Indiana facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.35US average: 0.35, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Indiana average.

Data as of Oct 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average ↑ 23% · IN 4.1This facility: 5.0, 23% above the IN average of 4.1 (among IN facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 1 / 5 Significantly below average ↓ 66% · IN 2.9This facility: 1.0, 66% below the IN average of 2.9 (among IN facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 4.0 Score · lower is better ↓ 41% · IN 6.9This facility: 4.0, 41% below the IN average of 6.9 (among IN facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 12.0 Score · lower is better ↓ 19% · IN 14.8This facility: 12.0, 19% below the IN average of 14.8 (among IN facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

13 long-stay measures: 8 better, 3 worse, 2 near IN average

6 short-stay measures: 4 better, 1 worse, 1 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 274 Indiana nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Dec 2024

Is it financially stable?

Losing money on care, but less than last year

−15.8% operating margin

+0.5 pts vs prior year

An operating loss in 6 of the last 8 reported years. Other income ($1.8M) turns it into a net profit to $0.2M. Watch for cost-cutting that reaches staffing.

Does it invest in staff?

Spends more on payroll than most Indiana homes

64.1% payroll share of revenue

IN average 50.9%Rank #25 / 274Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 25th out of 274 nursing homes we track in Indiana for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Indiana average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $1.9M while revenue rose $0.7M. Check hours per resident in the staffing section to confirm it reaches the floor.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024 Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Sep 2026
Resident snapshot
95 residents · Sep 2026 Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare 7 · 7%
Medicaid 74 · 78%
Private pay & other 14 · 15%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Typical stay

Medicare 21 days Medicaid 8 - 9 months Private pay & other 2 - 3 months

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Address 5.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from South Bend's city center to Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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144
Facility 144
IN AVG 119
Rank #64 / 276
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44.4%
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IN AVG 68%
Rank #242 / 270
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3.54
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IN AVG 3.48
Rank #110 / 275
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13
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IN AVG 23.3
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75
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IN AVG 44
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$8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $11.1M
Rank #181 / 274
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $5.5M
Rank #151 / 274
55.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 55.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG 50.9%
Rank #64 / 274
155115
West Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
South Bend
157
Facility 157
IN AVG 119
Rank #53 / 276
B+
42.7%
Facility 42.7%
IN AVG 68%
Rank #247 / 270
-37%
3.49
Facility 3.49
IN AVG 3.48
Rank #110 / 275
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -15%0%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $45.5k
Rank #1 / 277
18
Facility 18
IN AVG 23.3
Rank #123 / 277
4.5
Facility 4.5
IN AVG 3.9
Rank #192 / 277
-67-
68
Facility 68
IN AVG 44
Rank #56 / 264
Emily Bailey
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $11.1M
Rank #208 / 274
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $5.5M
Rank #172 / 274
57.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 57.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG 50.9%
Rank #47 / 274
155355
The Milton Home ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
South Bend
62
Facility 62
IN AVG 119
Rank #245 / 276
?
40.3%
Facility 40.3%
IN AVG 68%
Rank #250 / 270
-41%
3.87
Facility 3.87
IN AVG 3.48
Rank #65 / 275
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +70%+11%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $45.5k
Rank #1 / 277
15
Facility 15
IN AVG 23.3
Rank #89 / 277
3.0
Facility 3.0
IN AVG 3.9
Rank #96 / 277
-25-
81
Facility 81
IN AVG 44
Rank #9 / 264
Pulaski Memorial Hospital
$4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $11.1M
Rank #261 / 274
$2.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $2.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $5.5M
Rank #237 / 274
70.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 70.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG 50.9%
Rank #15 / 274
155738
Wellbrooke of South Bend ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
ADC
AL
MC
SNF
South Bend
129
Facility 129
IN AVG 119
Rank #90 / 276
?
40.3%
Facility 40.3%
IN AVG 68%
Rank #250 / 270
-41%
3.72
Facility 3.72
IN AVG 3.48
Rank #83 / 275
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -25%+7%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $45.5k
Rank #1 / 277
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 23.3
Rank #110 / 277
3.4
Facility 3.4
IN AVG 3.9
Rank #130 / 277
152-
44
Facility 44
IN AVG 44
Rank #142 / 264
Hancock Regional Hospital
$11.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $11.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $11.1M
Rank #99 / 274
$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $5.5M
Rank #72 / 274
55.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 55.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG 50.9%
Rank #66 / 274
155824
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
South Bend
131
Facility 131
IN AVG 119
Rank #86 / 276
C
72.2%
Facility 72.2%
IN AVG 68%
Rank #128 / 270
+6%
4.31
Facility 4.31
IN AVG 3.48
Rank #37 / 275
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -42%+24%
$10.8k
Facility $10.8k
IN AVG $45.5k
Rank #230 / 277
19
Facility 19
IN AVG 23.3
Rank #135 / 277
3.8
Facility 3.8
IN AVG 3.9
Rank #116 / 277
395-
7
Facility 7
IN AVG 44
Rank #235 / 264
Pulaski Memorial Hospital
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $11.1M
Rank #153 / 274
$6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG $5.5M
Rank #85 / 274
64.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 64.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IN AVG 50.9%
Rank #25 / 274
155831

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Indiana

Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center is located in SOUTH BEND, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Who is the Director of Nursing at Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Kimberly Chrisman is the Director of Nursing at Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center.
02 Who is the owner of Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center is legally operated by Pulaski Memorial Hospital, and administered by Christopher Gill.
03 Is Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center in a walkable area?
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
04 What is the license number of Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center?
According to IN state health department records, Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center's license number is 26-013420-1.
05 When does Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center's license expire?
According to IN state health department records, Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center's license expires on December 31, 2026.
06 What is the occupancy rate at Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center's occupancy is 72.2%.
07 How long has Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center been in business?
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.