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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Enjoy a worry-free retirement at Core of Bedford, an esteemed community in Bedford, IN, offering long-term care and memory care. Featuring 37 purposely built and secure accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. A compassionate and well-trained team also provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock.
With stimulating programs and enriching activities, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial challenges. The community’s comprehensive care options and well-maintained amenities create the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 200th out of 275 homes in Indiana.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 21m per day | ▼ 48% State avg: 40m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 1h 55m per day | ▼ 15% State avg: 2h 16m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 2h 53m per day | ▼ 11% State avg: 3h 14m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 19m per day | ▼ 30% State avg: 27m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
9% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
9% of new residents, often for short stays.
82% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #266 / 275Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 266th out of 275 homes in Indiana.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Indiana average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Higher than the Indiana average: 68.1%Core of Bedford is legally operated by Major Hospital, and administrated by Susan Jordan.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
27 total visits · Indiana avg: 19
Ranked 304th of 388 in Indiana
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Indiana average: 5 complaints
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 34 citations
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 36 deficiencies
The most recent inspection on June 23, 2025, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving Life Safety Code compliance, emergency preparedness testing, documentation accuracy, and resident care issues such as notification and assessment. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, including failures in medication reconciliation and resident notification, while most complaints were found unsubstantiated or corrected upon revisit. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s recent inspections indicate improvement, with the latest surveys showing compliance following previous citations and corrective actions.
Indiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Oct 2025
Indiana average 25
Indiana average 4.12
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
11 of 15 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 15 resulted from complaint investigations.
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.2
1
67% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.6
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 24, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Mar 06, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Mar 06, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Feb 20, 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.
| Core of Bedford |
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). | Bedford | 37 | 86.5% | +25% | 3.03 | -57% | -12% | 0 | 15 | 2.5 | 1 | 32 | - | 65 | Core Of Bedford Inc | $2.4M | $1.6M | 68.5% | 155388 | ||||
| Freelandville Community 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). | Freelandville (Edwardsport) | 50 | 70.0% | +1% | 3.19 | +29% | -7% | 0 | 15 | 5.0 | 1 | 28 | - | 0 | Freelandville Community Home, Inc. | $3.3M | $1.7M | 50.8% | 155688 | ||||
| Morgantown Woods of Journey |
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). | Morgantown (West Washington Street) | 39 | 76.9% | +11% | 2.75 | - | -20% | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 35 | - | 44 | Major Hospital | - | - | - | - | ||||
| Hillside Manor Nursing 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). | - | 48 | 77.1% | +11% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | - | 57 | Major Hospital | - | - | - | - |
| Serenity Springs Senior Living at Jasonville | - |
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). | Jasonville | 60 | 71.7% | +3% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | - | 26 | Greene County General Hospital | - | - | - | - |
0.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bedford's city center to Core of Bedford's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
1633233% better than Indiana averageIndiana average ratio: 0.00:1
6% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 7.7 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
268 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 21 | 0 | 21 | 5,807 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 3 | 9 | 1,737 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 858 | 65 | 71% | 7.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 2 | 0 | 2 | 563 | 48 | 53% | 11.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 503 | 62 | 68% | 8.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 463 | 67 | 74% | 6.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 382 | 51 | 56% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 273 | 91 | 100% | 3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 64 | 8 | 9% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 32 | 16 | 18% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 7 | 8% | 3.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 12 | 13% | 2 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 12 | 13% | 2 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 4 | 4% | 3.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 3% | 3.5 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
30Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.7
71% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 8.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
29.9
75% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 17.1
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
30.0%
149% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.2%
82% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 14.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
33.5%
36% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.0%
30% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.1%
6% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
29% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.3%
42% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
18.4%
48% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.2%
6% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 93.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.9%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 95.4%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.05
28% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.60
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.76
86% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.48
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.6%
14% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 81.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Historical financial and operational data for Core of Bedford based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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