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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 the retirement of your dreams at Golden Years Homestead, a distinguished community in Fort Wayne, IN, offering independent living. Featuring a variety of well-thought-out accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Routine maintenance and a 24-hour emergency response are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.
Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. With restaurant-style dining, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community has plenty of amenities that aim to promote a vibrant and inviting environment 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 37th out of 267 homes in Indiana.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
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.
| 23m per day | ▼ 43% State avg: 40m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 39m per day | ▼ 15% State avg: 46m per day · National avg: 52m 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.
| 3h 1m per day | ▲ 33% State avg: 2h 16m per day · National avg: 2h 20m 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.
| 3h 55m per day | ▲ 21% State avg: 3h 14m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 1m per day | ▼ 75% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m 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.
| 10m per day | ▼ 63% State avg: 27m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
70% of new residents, often for short stays.
4% 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 #48 / 267Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 267 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.
Lower than the Indiana average: 68.1%Golden Years Homestead is legally operated by Woodlawn Hospital, and administrated by Shauna Shafer.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 1,289 - 1,900 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
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.
36 total visits · Indiana avg: 19
Ranked 359th 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
1.1 deficiencies per inspection
Indiana average: 5.1 deficiencies per inspection
The most recent inspection on June 16, 2025, found the facility in compliance with regulations following a paper review of complaint investigations. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related primarily to medication administration, resident behavior management, and documentation, with some issues involving emergency preparedness and transportation safety. Notable enforcement included an Immediate Jeopardy in January 2024 due to a resident injury during transport, which was resolved by the end of that month, and substantiated complaints involving physical abuse and failure to report injuries timely. Most complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, and enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s recent compliance suggests some improvement after periods of cited deficiencies and corrective actions.
Indiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Nov 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.
10 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; 10 of 21 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 21 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
400% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.2
0
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.6
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Nov 07, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Aug 05, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 07, 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.
Golden Years Homestead is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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6.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fort Wayne's city center to Golden Years Homestead's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
1244798% better than Indiana averageIndiana average ratio: 0.00:1
0% compared with 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.
9.5 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.
8.2 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
1,978 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 0 | 51 | 19,281 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,994 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,623 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,657 | 70 | 77% | 9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,600 | 91 | 100% | 5.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,390 | 76 | 84% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 973 | 71 | 78% | 9.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 856 | 68 | 75% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 824 | 82 | 90% | 5.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 501 | 65 | 71% | 6.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 216 | 40 | 44% | 5.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 180 | 67 | 74% | 2.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 121 | 48 | 53% | 2.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 13 | 14% | 7.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 37 | 17 | 19% | 2.2 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
98Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
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.
14.7
84% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 8.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.4
66% 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
28.4%
136% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
22.4%
56% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 14.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
34.4%
40% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
8.1%
109% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.6%
5% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.4%
258% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.2%
80% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.1%
83% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.1%
37% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.8%
8% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 93.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.8%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 95.4%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.94
21% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.60
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.80
46% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.48
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.1%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 81.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
75.8%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 79.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
17.8%
21% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 22.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.4%
30% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 10.5%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
2.0%
155% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
71.8%
34% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
48.3%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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)
43% lower than Indiana averageIndiana average: $27K
28% fewer fines than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.4
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
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Jan 30, 2024 · $16K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 30, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
| Golden Years Homestead |
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).
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.
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. | Fort Wayne | 165 | Yes | 7 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2 | 50.9% | - | Shauna Shafer | Woodlawn Hospital | Rhonda Chapman | 36 | 8 | 40 | 1.1 |
| 41 North Senior Living |
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| Arbor Glen |
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.
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. | Fort Wayne | - | No | 44 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 55 | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| The Cottages at Bridgewater |
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. | Fort Wayne | - | Yes | 8 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| Yellow Retirement Communities |
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Historical financial and operational data for Golden Years Homestead based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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