Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Hospice Care · Anderson, IN
CMS overall rating Info 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.

Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Hospice Care · Anderson, IN
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Countryside Family-first Senior Living From Cardon

Countryside Family-first Senior Living From Cardon community in Anderson, Indiana, is a top-notch facility dedicated to long-term care. With a professional and compassionate approach, the facility spans 5 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, creating a home-like neighborhood ambiance that residents truly appreciate. Their strong affiliations with local physicians and specialists provide families and residents peace of mind, ensuring access to the necessary care.

In this ideal setting, the home offers expert skills, cutting-edge technology, and a compassionate team to cater to the complex medical and non-medical needs of residents. With around-the-clock supervised care, personalized life care plans, dental services, planned activities, and vibrant programs, the facility fosters a lively and supportive environment. Moreover, being a Medicare and Medicaid approved facility, they provide exceptional nutrition services with a diverse menu selection, and even offer on-site dialysis, ensuring residents receive comprehensive and specialized care tailored to their unique requirements.

(317) 671-7965

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.
▲ 32.9% Above IN avg. ▲ 32.9% Above IN avg.Click 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.
▲ 46.5% Above IN avg. ▲ 46.5% Above IN avg.Click 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.
▼ 21.6% Below IN avg. ▼ 21.6% Below IN avg.Click 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.
At IN avg. At IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Indiana state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 185th out of 287 homes in Indiana. 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.
3h 9m per day
Rank #185 / 287Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 185th out of 287 homes in Indiana. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Indiana average, with a ranking across 287 Indiana SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Indiana avg (3h 32m per day)
vs Indiana avg
-11%

1 of 1 metrics below state avg

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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 43m per day ▼ 16% State avg: 3h 15m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day

Types of Care at Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon

Assisted Living Skilled Nursing Hospice Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy than the Indiana average: 69.4%
Occupancy rate
65.4% Rank #230 / 433Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 230th out of 433 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 433. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
86 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #145 / 587Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 145th out of 587 homes in Indiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Additional Services

2 services
Rehabilitation
Memory Support

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022
Total health inspections 6

Indiana average 6


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations
17 Rank #104 / 288Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 104th out of 288 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Indiana State average, with a ranking across all 288 IN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Indiana average 25

Citations per inspection
2.83 Rank #69 / 288Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 69th out of 288 homes in Indiana. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Indiana mean across 288 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Indiana average 4.12


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

13 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 17 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.2


Serious health citations
0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.6

0 critical citations Indiana average: 0.2

0 serious citations Indiana average: 0.6

17 moderate citations Indiana average: 23.8

0 minor citations Indiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 4 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jan 03, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 03, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Sep 11, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 148
Employees 111
Contractors 37
Staff to resident ratio 1.97:1
1973233% better than Indiana average
Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1 Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1See full Indiana ranking
Avg staff/day 44
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Indiana average
Indiana average: 7.7 hours Indiana average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full Indiana ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 30,986

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 40
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

15.4%

4,768 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 9 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Registered Nurse: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Certified Nursing Assistant: 2 Qualified Activities Professional: 2

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant3824010,83092100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse170175,12992100%9
Medication Aide/Technician180184,14692100%8.1
Registered Nurse135183,3499199%8.3
Physical Therapy Aide0669007278%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist0338837278%7.3
Qualified Social Worker0448686773%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff3037138795%6.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0996677177%5.8
RN Director of Nursing8086115762%8.1
Dental Services Staff3036085863%6.8
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0665016975%6.1
Dietitian2024806267%7.7
Administrator1014725964%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1011226166%2
Clinical Nurse Specialist6061111516%5.8
Qualified Activities Professional022841617%5.3
40 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
18 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
18 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 78%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 78%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 73%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 95%
9 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 77%
8 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 62%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 75%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 64%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 16%
2 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 17%

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.1
26% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 8.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.8
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 13.2%
9% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 15.7%
10% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 14.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 21.6%
12% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 8.9%
131% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 3.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.6%
17% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.3%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.1%
60% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.2%
74% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.7%
54% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.5%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 93.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.2%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 95.4%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 68.0%
17% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.3%
8% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 69.6%
12% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 79.0%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

63% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 75
Medicare
4
5.3% of residents
Medicaid
40
53.3% of residents
Private pay or other
31
41.3% of residents
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.

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$14.2M
Surplus of revenue
$304.1K
Governmental community Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$14.2M Rank #88 / 290Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th out of 290 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Indiana SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$304.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #145 / 290Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 145th out of 290 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.3M
37% of revenue Rank #259 / 290Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 259th out of 290 homes in Indiana. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Indiana average. Well-run Indiana SNFs typically land around 54–68% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.7M
Total costs $13.9M

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Managed by Daniel W. Moore

Administrator

Daniel W. Moore is a licensed health facility administrator who has served as administrator of CarDon’s Health & Living Communities in Paoli, Sullivan, and Indianapolis. He coordinated the planning and construction of Bell Trace and Brookside Village in Jasper. Daniel currently serves as executive vice president of CarDon’s board of directors, bringing extensive leadership experience to the community.

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Anderson's city center to Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.69 miles to nearest hospital (Fresenius Medical Care at Saint John'S Health System)

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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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The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.

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MC

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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).

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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.

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Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon
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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon

Is Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon in a walkable area?

Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon?

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What is the phone number of Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon?

(317) 671-7965 will put you in contact with the team at Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon.

Is Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Countryside Family-First Senior Living from CarDon is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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