Occupancy rate
74%
7% higher than Indiana averageIndiana average: 69%
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Nursing Home
Brickyard Healthcare – Elkhart Care Center
Brickyard Healthcare's Elkhart Care Center is located in Elkhart, IN and offers short- and long-term care including pharmacy services, memory care, and more. The facility provides a range of services including therapy, skilled nursing, and respite care. The team is dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging and comfort for residents.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
175
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
73.7%
Residents per day (avg)
126
Occupancy rate
73.7%
Residents per day (avg)
126
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
18% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
44% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
38% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$12.7M
Operating deficit
-$1.6M
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$12,720,000.00
Operating deficit
$-1,630,280.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.4M
175-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
About this community
Occupancy
7% higher than Indiana averageOccupied beds
129 / 175
Average residents
70 per day
License details
Facility type
Nursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
Status
Active
Issuance
September 1, 2024
Additional licensing details
License number:
24-000039-1
CMS Certification Number:
155685
Ownership & operating entity
Brickyard Healthcare – Elkhart Care Center is administrated by CHAD KNISLEY.
Profit status:
OTHER
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Director of Nursing:
CASSANDRA SEEDORFF
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Fax:
(574) 522-3071
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Therapy, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Nursing, Long-Term Care
Religious Services
Yes
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.
7 visits/inspections
Results
2 with citations
0 without citations
Indiana average: 8 complaint visits
Indiana average: 3 inspections with citations
Show Inspection Reports
6 complaints
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Indiana average: 4 complaints
Latest inspection
Date:April 24, 2025
Type:Complaint Investigation
42 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 26 citations
53 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for Brickyard Healthcare – Elkhart Care Center
The most recent inspection on April 24, 2025, found no deficiencies related to the complaints investigated. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving care planning, medication management, food safety, emergency preparedness, and life safety code compliance. Notable issues included a substantiated failure to timely report an abuse allegation in January 2025, food temperature problems in October 2024, and multiple care and safety deficiencies in mid-2024 and early 2023, including a resident death linked to improper diet supervision. Most complaint investigations were unsubstantiated except for a few substantiated cases with cited deficiencies, and enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows some improvement in recent months with no deficiencies found in the latest investigations.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
8
Indiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Oct 2025
Total health citations
43
Citations per inspection
5.38
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
30 of 43 citations resulted from standard inspections; 11 of 43 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 43 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
2
2
900% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
1
1
67% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.6
2 critical citations
1 serious citation
40 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Oct 02, 2025
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Aug 12, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Aug 12, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Aug 12, 2025
Corrected
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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+2%
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
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75.6%
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Brickyard Healthcare – Elkhart Care Center
-22%
-9%
-24%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IN 46517
175
-
ELKHART OPERATING LLC
52.5%
$12,603,975.00
$5,385,028.00
42.7%
126.10
3.1319
1
43
3
-22%-9%-24%
Adams Woodcrest
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 46733
Bed Count:
143
CCN:
155747
Occupancy:
71.4%
Home Revenue:
$12,192,260.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,615,054.00
Payroll %:
46.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
108
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6901
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Adams Heritage
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 46773
Bed Count:
61
CCN:
155729
Occupancy:
71.6%
Home Revenue:
$5,068,983.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,488,962.00
Payroll %:
49.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
39
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1205
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
+29%
+29%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Addison Pointe Health & Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 46304
Bed Count:
100
Operator:
DOBBEN, STEVEN
CCN:
155805
Occupancy:
92.5%
Home Revenue:
$15,225,564.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,306,023.00
Payroll %:
34.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
92.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1554
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
27
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-5%
-5%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+33%
+33%
Albany Health Care & Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 47320
Bed Count:
102
Operator:
TROXWELL, MELANIE
CCN:
155432
Occupancy:
75.6%
Home Revenue:
$12,342,683.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,315,019.00
Payroll %:
35%
Avg Residents/Day:
77.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.5110
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
19
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+4%
+4%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+2%
+2%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+9%
+9%
Brickyard Healthcare – Elkhart Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
IN 46517
Bed Count:
175
Operator:
ELKHART OPERATING LLC
CCN:
155685
Occupancy:
52.5%
Home Revenue:
$12,603,975.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,385,028.00
Payroll %:
42.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
126.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1319
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
43
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-22%
-22%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-9%
-9%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-24%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
136
Total Staff
108
Employees
28
Contractors
43,786
Total Hours (Quarter)
58
Avg Staff/Day
8.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 9.4 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 9.8 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 42 | 8.2 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
9.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
93 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
22 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
4.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
7 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
5 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
7.9%
of total hours from contractors
3,448 contractor hours this quarter
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 6
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 6
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Dental Services Staff: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 42 | 0 | 42 | 15,707 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 7,786 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 17 | 0 | 17 | 6,810 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,175 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,057 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,532 | 67 | 74% | 8.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1,074 | 80 | 88% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,010 | 83 | 91% | 6.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 622 | 64 | 70% | 9.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 513 | 60 | 66% | 8.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 509 | 66 | 73% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 2 | 4 | 485 | 48 | 53% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 2 | 3 | 466 | 55 | 60% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 416 | 52 | 57% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 242 | 54 | 59% | 4.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 235 | 56 | 62% | 3.3 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 226 | 25 | 27% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 6 | 6 | 196 | 52 | 57% | 2.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 192 | 13 | 14% | 14.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 46 | 14 | 15% | 3.3 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
111 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
11 residents (9.9%)
Medicaid
85 residents (76.6%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (13.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.6
33% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 8.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.7
33% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 17.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.5%
54% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.7%
44% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 14.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.0%
18% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
11% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 3.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.1%
39% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
79% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.5%
20% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
18.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
18.9%
22% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.7%
26% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.3%
9% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 93.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 95.4%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
48.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
48.6%
41% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 81.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
61% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
44.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
44.4%
44% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 79.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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 Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$63K
131% higher than Indiana averageIndiana average: $27K
Number of fines
1
28% fewer fines than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.4
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.4
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$63K
Indiana average
$27K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 2, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 2, 2023
$63K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Brickyard Healthcare – Elkhart Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
52.5%
↑ 0.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1,630,280
↓ ~$733K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7,777,358
↑ ~$419K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-12.9%
↓ 4.8pp vs 2022
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