Inspection Reports for
Christian Care Retirement Community

IN, 46714

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Deficiencies (last 4 years)

Deficiencies (over 4 years) 2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

52% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 4.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2022
2023
2024
2025

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 40% occupied

Based on a August 2025 inspection.

This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy rate over time

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Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 58 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Aug 19, 2025

Visit Reason
Routine inspection to assess compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards at Christian Care Retirement Community.

Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to secure protected health information, improper labeling of opened medications, and inadequate food labeling, storage, and sanitation in the kitchen.

Deficiencies (3)
F 0583: The facility failed to keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential, exposing protected health information for 15 of 58 residents.
F 0761: The facility failed to ensure opened medications in 2 medication carts were labeled with open dates as required by professional standards.
F 0812: The facility failed to properly label, store, and maintain sanitation of food items in the kitchen, including undated opened foods and unclean kitchen areas.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 15 Residents affected: 58 Medication carts reviewed: 2 Residents affected: 58 Residents affected: 22

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) 2Provided information about protected health information exposure
Director of Nursing (DON)Provided information about medication labeling and protected health information
Dietary Manager (DM)Provided information about food labeling, storage, and sanitation deficiencies
Administrator in Training (AIT)Provided information about cleaning schedules and kitchen maintenance

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Census: 54 Capacity: 86 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 15, 2024

Visit Reason
An Emergency Preparedness Survey and a Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey were conducted by the Indiana Department of Health in accordance with 42 CFR 483.73 and 42 CFR 483.90(a) respectively on 11/15/2024.

Findings
Christian Care Retirement Community was found in compliance with Emergency Preparedness Requirements and Life Safety Code Requirements for Participation in Medicare/Medicaid. The facility was fully sprinklered with appropriate fire alarm and smoke detection systems, and the building construction met the required standards.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 86 Census: 54

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to residents' rights to request, refuse, or discontinue treatment, including code status orders and advance directives.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure physician orders were in place for Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) code status for 2 of 3 residents reviewed. Interviews and record reviews confirmed the absence of required physician orders despite existing advance directives.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0578: The facility failed to ensure physician orders were in place for DNR code status for 2 of 3 residents reviewed, despite signed advance directives indicating no resuscitation.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Registered Nurse 5Indicated code status should be on the face sheet, physician orders, and resident room doors.
Director of Nursing (DON)Indicated there should have been a physician order for the DNR code status.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 63 Capacity: 105 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey, including a State Residential Licensure Survey conducted from October 16 to 22, 2024.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure physician orders were in place related to code status for 2 of 3 residents reviewed. Corrective actions included entering the missing orders, auditing all residents for code status orders, and providing mandatory training to nursing staff.

Deficiencies (1)
Failed to ensure physician orders were in place related to code status for 2 of 3 residents reviewed (Residents 62 and 166).
Report Facts
Census Bed Type - SNF/NF: 47 Census Bed Type - SNF: 16 Census Bed Type - Residential: 42 Total Capacity: 105 Census Payor Type - Medicare: 7 Census Payor Type - Medicaid: 32 Census Payor Type - Other: 24 Total Census: 63

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Austin SmithExecutive Director, HFASigned the report as facility representative
Registered Nurse 5Interviewed regarding code status documentation
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Interviewed regarding code status orders and corrective actions

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 22, 2024

Visit Reason
Paper compliance review for the Annual Recertification and State Licensure survey.

Findings
Christian Care Retirement Community was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 based on the paper review for the Recertification and State Licensure survey.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 5, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint regarding the facility's failure to prevent elopement of a resident.

Complaint Details
This Federal citation relates to Complaint IN00434869.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure interventions were implemented to prevent elopement for one resident. Resident B was left unattended in the courtyard, exited through an unlocked gate, and was found outside the building.

Deficiencies (1)
F 0689: The facility failed to ensure a nursing home area was free from accident hazards and provided adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Resident B was left unattended in the courtyard, exited through an unlocked gate, and was able to walk around the building unsupervised.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 102 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 5, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaint IN00434869 regarding allegations of deficient care related to elopement risk.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00434869 was substantiated with federal/state deficiencies cited at F689 related to failure to prevent elopement of Resident B.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure interventions were implemented to prevent elopement for 1 of 4 residents reviewed (Resident B). Resident B exited an unsecured courtyard gate unattended, triggering a code alert alarm that was disarmed by staff. The gate itself did not have an alarm. Corrective actions included enhanced supervision protocols, staff re-education, installation of a code alert on the gate, and relocation of Resident B to a secured memory care unit.

Deficiencies (1)
Failed to ensure interventions were implemented to prevent elopement for 1 of 4 residents reviewed (Resident B).
Report Facts
Census: 102 SNF beds: 12 SNF/NF beds: 51 Residential beds: 39 Medicare residents: 7 Medicaid residents: 33 Other payor residents: 62

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Austin SmithExecutive Director, HFANamed as facility representative signing the report
Activity Aide 2Named in findings related to leaving Resident B unattended in courtyard
Registered Nurse 3Registered NurseProvided interview regarding Resident B's wanderguard/code alert and supervision
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Provided interview about elopement incident and code alert system

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 5, 2024

Visit Reason
Paper compliance review to the Investigation of Complaint IN00434869 completed on August 5, 2024.

Complaint Details
Investigation of Complaint IN00434869; paper compliance review found facility in compliance.
Findings
Christian Care Retirement Community was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the paper compliance review to the complaint investigation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 101 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 24, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaint IN00431702.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00431702 was investigated and found to have no deficiencies related to the allegations.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the complaint allegations were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with applicable regulations.

Report Facts
Census: 101 Census Bed Type - SNF/NF: 50 Census Bed Type - SNF: 10 Census Bed Type - Residential: 41 Census Payor Type - Medicare: 3 Census Payor Type - Medicaid: 34 Census Payor Type - Other: 64

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 104 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 20, 2024

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaint IN00427371.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00427371 - No deficiencies related to the allegations are cited.
Findings
No deficiencies related to the allegations were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 in regard to the complaint investigation.

Report Facts
Census: 104 Census Bed Type - SNF/NF: 52 Census Bed Type - SNF: 12 Census Bed Type - Residential: 40 Census Payor Type - Medicare: 11 Census Payor Type - Medicaid: 36 Census Payor Type - Other: 57

Inspection Report

Census: 57 Capacity: 86 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 8, 2023

Visit Reason
An Emergency Preparedness Survey and a Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey were conducted by the Indiana Department of Health in accordance with 42 CFR 483.73 and 42 CFR 483.90(a).

Findings
Christian Care Retirement Community was found in compliance with Emergency Preparedness Requirements for Medicare and Medicaid Participating Providers and Suppliers, as well as with Life Safety Code requirements for participation in Medicare/Medicaid. The facility was fully sprinklered with appropriate fire alarm and smoke detection systems.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 86 Census: 57

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 53 Capacity: 53 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 11, 2023

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey conducted over October 4, 5, 6, 10, and 11, 2023.

Findings
Christian Care Retirement Community was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 in regard to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey.

Report Facts
Census Bed Type: 53 Census Payor Type: 53

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 10, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey of the Christian Care Retirement Community to assess compliance with health and safety regulations.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the inspection.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 77 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 20, 2022

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaint IN00396679.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00396679 was substantiated; however, no deficiencies related to the allegations were cited.
Findings
The complaint was substantiated, but no deficiencies related to the allegations were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with relevant regulations.

Report Facts
Census Bed Type Total: 77 Census Bed Type SNF/NF: 49 Census Bed Type SNF: 2 Census Bed Type Residential: 26 Census Payor Type Medicare: 6 Census Payor Type Medicaid: 27 Census Payor Type Other: 44

Inspection Report

Life Safety
Census: 52 Capacity: 86 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 19, 2022

Visit Reason
An Emergency Preparedness Survey and a Life Safety Code Recertification and State Licensure Survey were conducted by the Indiana Department of Health in accordance with 42 CFR 483.73 and 42 CFR 483.90(a).

Findings
Christian Care Retirement Community was found in compliance with Emergency Preparedness Requirements and Life Safety Code Requirements for Participation in Medicare/Medicaid. The facility was fully sprinklered except for attic spaces constructed of non-combustible material, and had appropriate fire alarm and smoke detection systems.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 86 Census: 52

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 80 Capacity: 80 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 18, 2022

Visit Reason
This visit was for a Recertification and State Licensure Survey, including a State Residential Licensure Survey conducted over November 14-18, 2022.

Findings
Christian Care Retirement Community was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 in regard to the Recertification and State Licensure Survey.

Report Facts
Census Bed Type Total: 80 Census Payor Type Total: 80

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 51 Capacity: 77 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 5, 2022

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaint IN00391314 at Christian Care Retirement Community.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00391314 was substantiated, but no deficiencies related to the allegations were cited.
Findings
The complaint was substantiated; however, no deficiencies related to the allegations were cited. The facility was found to be in compliance with applicable regulations.

Report Facts
Census Bed Type - SNF/NF: 49 Census Bed Type - SNF: 2 Census Bed Type - Residential: 26 Census Bed Type - Total: 77 Census Payor Type - Medicare: 3 Census Payor Type - Medicaid: 23 Census Payor Type - Other: 25 Census Payor Type - Total: 51

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 53 Capacity: 79 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 31, 2022

Visit Reason
This visit was conducted for the investigation of Complaint IN00388316, which was substantiated with federal deficiencies cited related to the allegations.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00388316 was substantiated. The deficiency related to failure to use safety devices (gait belts) for a resident at fall risk, leading to a fall with injury.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure safety devices, specifically gait belts, were used with a resident known to be at high risk of falls, resulting in a fall with injury. The investigation focused on Resident B, who had multiple documented falls including one with a head laceration requiring hospital treatment. The facility implemented corrective actions including care plan updates, staff education, audits, and policy revisions to prevent recurrence.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure safety devices were used with a resident known to be a fall risk, resulting in a fall with injury.
Report Facts
Census Bed Type - SNF/NF: 51 Census Bed Type - SNF: 2 Census Bed Type - Residential: 26 Total Licensed Capacity: 79 Census Payor Type - Medicare: 5 Census Payor Type - Medicaid: 24 Census Payor Type - Other: 24 Total Census: 53 Fall Risk Assessment Score: 26 Fall Risk Assessment Score: 7 Laceration Size: 3 Laceration Width: 0.2 Staples Applied: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA 1Certified Nurses AssistantNamed in the finding related to failure to use gait belt during Resident B's fall
Director of NursingDONSpoke with CNA 1 about gait belt usage and involved in corrective actions
Administrator-In-TrainingAITProvided hospital records and interviewed regarding the fall incident
CNA 2Certified Nurses AssistantInterviewed about fall prevention and gait belt usage
CNA 3Certified Nurses AssistantInterviewed about fall prevention and gait belt usage
RN 4Registered NurseInterviewed about fall risk assessments and gait belt policy
CNA 5Certified Nurses AssistantInterviewed about gait belt availability and usage
CNA 6Certified Nurses AssistantInterviewed about fall risk and gait belt usage

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 31, 2022

Visit Reason
Paper compliance review to the Investigation of Complaint IN00388316 completed on August 31, 2022.

Complaint Details
Complaint IN00388316 was investigated and found to be in compliance.
Findings
Christian Care Retirement Community was found to be in compliance with 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart B and 410 IAC 16.2-3.1 regarding the paper compliance review to the Complaint Investigation.

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