Hammond-Whiting Care Center
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Whiting, IN
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Hammond-Whiting Care Center

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Whiting, IN
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Hammond-Whiting Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Hammond-Whiting Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Hammond-Whiting Care Center

Set in an Indiana suburb near Chicago, Hammond-Whiting Care Center specializes in providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery in a welcoming and friendly environment. The facility’s focus is to ensure that individuals receive the tailored care they require to regain their health and well-being.

As a proud member of the Life Care Centers of America family, Hammond-Whiting Care Center is dedicated to inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation along with round-the-clock skilled nursing care. Here, a dedicated team of in-house therapists and nurses collaborates with each patient and resident, crafting a customized care plan that addresses their unique needs and aspirations. This care center is close to the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan and the vibrant urban offerings of the city.

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.
▼ 68.6% Below IN avg. ▼ 68.6% Below IN avg.IN average: 3.2Click 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.
▼ 64.3% Below IN avg. ▼ 64.3% Below IN avg.IN average: 2.8Click 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.
▲ 17.6% Above IN avg. ▲ 17.6% Above IN avg.IN average: 2.6Click 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.
▼ 5.4% Below IN avg. ▼ 5.4% Below IN avg.IN average: 4.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Jun 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 106th out of 274 nursing homes we track in Indiana for nurse hours. 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.
↓ 3% · IN 3h 28mThis facility: 3h 23m per resident per day, 3% below the Indiana average of 3h 28m (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #106 / 274Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 106th out of 274 nursing homes we track in Indiana for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Indiana average, with a ranking across 274 Indiana facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
3h 23m

Standout metric: Registered nurse (RN) is +22% above Indiana average

4 of 6 metrics below Indiana average

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 Assistant3503510,56992100%7.3
Licensed Practical Nurse130135,21292100%8.1
Medication Aide/Technician6062,80092100%9
Registered Nurse100102,33592100%8.5
Speech Language Pathologist3031,3516672%7.8
Physical Therapy Aide2029006672%7.6
RN Director of Nursing3037206368%7.3
Administrator3146966773%8
Mental Health Service Worker2026347582%6.3
Physical Therapy Assistant1014996470%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff4044917885%6.1
Nurse Practitioner1014785964%8.1
Dietitian1014496368%7.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist2024054650%7.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician1123575257%6.9
Qualified Social Worker1013415257%6.6
Nurse Aide in Training3032645560%4.6
Occupational Therapy Aide0224978%7
Other Physician0114133%13.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0443378%4.1
35 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
6 Medication Aide/Technician
Coverage 100%
10 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 80 Rank #213 / 276Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 213th out of 276 nursing homes we track in Indiana for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Indiana facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #55 / 246Years in operation — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 55th out of 246 nursing homes we track in Indiana for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Indiana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
2 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #65 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 65th out of 264 nursing homes we track in Indiana for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Indiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
67 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #16 / 270Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 16th out of 270 nursing homes we track in Indiana for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 270. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
87.9% This home usually has limited availability

Based on 70.3 residents and 80 beds. Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents

Higher than the Indiana average: 66.3%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
60 days

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeNURSING HOME (Skilled Nursing Facility)
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2024
License Number25-000365-1
CMS Certification Number155423

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hammond-Whiting Care Center is legally operated by Hendricks County Hospital, and administered by Michelle Stephens.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

SNF/NF (Combined)
80 units
Total beds
80 units

Safety & Compliance

Resident Council

Leadership

Medical DirectorVatsal Patel
Director of NursingKIM MCMULLINS

Therapy & Rehabilitation

6 services
Short-Term Rehabilitation
Inpatient Rehabilitation
Outpatient Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Staffing & Medical

7 services
Fall PreventionPrograms and practices designed to reduce falls, such as balance support, safer surroundings and medication or mobility reviews. Fall prevention can help protect independence and prevent injuries.
Infection ManagementProcesses to prevent, recognize, and treat infections, including monitoring symptoms and using appropriate precautions and medical care.
IV Therapy
Medical Director
Post-Surgical Care
Wound CareCare for wounds such as pressure sores, surgical wounds, or ulcers, including assessment, dressing changes, and monitoring for infection.
Dietitian

Additional Services

6 services
Discharge Planning
Long- and Short-Term Care
Pre-Admission Program
Community Re-Entry Program
Social Work & Case Management
Transportation

Contact Information

Fax(219) 659-2803

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Salon
Emergency Call System

Contact Hammond-Whiting Care Center

This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Indiana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. IN average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (164% above)
• Substantiated complaints (125% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (12% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 8733.0 This facility has 164% more total deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (87 vs. IN avg 33).↑ 164% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.11.8 This facility has had 72% more deficiencies per inspection than the Indiana average (3.1 vs. IN avg 1.8). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 72% more
Substantiated complaints Info Complaints the state investigated and upheld. 94.0 This facility has 125% more substantiated complaints than a typical Indiana nursing home (9 vs. IN avg 4).↑ 125% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total inspections Info Every on-site inspection the state recorded — routine inspections plus complaint visits. 2819.0 This facility has had 47% more total inspections than the Indiana average (28 vs. IN avg 19). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 47% more
Routine inspections Info Scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators. 76.0 This facility has had 17% more routine inspections than the Indiana average (7 vs. IN avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 17% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints. One complaint can result in several visits. 2112.0 This facility has had 75% more complaint visits than the Indiana average (21 vs. IN avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 75% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 137.0 This facility has had 86% more inspections with deficiencies than the Indiana average (13 vs. IN avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 86% more
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 46%41% This facility has 5 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana nursing home (46% vs. IN avg 41%).↑ 5% worse
Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Feb 2026

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Total health inspections
7 ↑ 17% · IN 6This facility: 7, 17% above the Indiana average of 6 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
55 Rank #259 / 277Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 259th out of 277 nursing homes we track in Indiana for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Indiana State average, with a ranking across all 277 IN facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 136% · IN 23.3This facility: 55, 136% above the Indiana average of 23.3 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
7.86 Rank #271 / 277Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 271st out of 277 nursing homes we track in Indiana for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Indiana mean across 277 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 105% · IN 3.84This facility: 7.86, 105% above the Indiana average of 3.84 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 55 of 55 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 55 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · IN 0.2This facility: 0, 100% below the Indiana average of 0.2 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
2 ↑ 300% · IN 0.5This facility: 2, 300% above the Indiana average of 0.5 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
52 ↑ 133% · IN 22.3This facility: 52, 133% above the Indiana average of 22.3 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
1 ↑ 233% · IN 0.3This facility: 1, 233% above the Indiana average of 0.3 (among Indiana facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Feb 11, 2026 · 16 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 25 of 55 citations · 9 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Feb 11, 2026 16 citations
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Environmental moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Sep 16, 2025 3 citations
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
May 06, 2025 3 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Oct 07, 2024 16 citations
Environmental moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Jun 06, 2024 2 citations
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Dec 01, 2023 10 citations
Environmental moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected

Showing the 50 most recent of 55 citations.

Top deficiency categories
Share of 55 citations
Quality of Life & Care 25 deficiencies (45%)
Resident Rights 8 deficiencies (15%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 7 deficiencies (13%)
Environmental 4 deficiencies (7%)
Infection Control 3 deficiencies (5%)
Nutrition & Dietary 3 deficiencies (5%)
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 2 deficiencies (4%)
Pharmacy Services 2 deficiencies (4%)
Nursing & Physician Services 1 deficiency (2%)
How citations are counted

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

40 of 55 citations resulted from standard inspections; 13 of 55 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 55 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. 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.

Enforcement

Penalties and fines About 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 Aug 2026

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Latest: Feb 11, 2026 · 20-day payment denial

1 payment denial
Feb 11, 2026 · 20-day payment denial
Total fines
$0 IN avg $39KIndiana average: $38,522. Average among the 108 Indiana facilities with a penalty on record.US avg $67KUS average: $67,417, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.Rank #1 / 277Federal fines — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 1st out of 277 nursing homes we track in Indiana for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Indiana average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 277 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Number of fines
0 IN avg 1.19Indiana average: 1.19. Average among the 108 Indiana facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 1.96US average: 1.96, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1 20 days ↑ 163% · IN 0.38This facility: 1, 163% above the Indiana average of 0.38. Average among the 108 Indiana facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg 0.36US average: 0.36, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Indiana average.

Data as of Aug 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 4 / 5 Above average ↓ 2% · IN 4.1This facility: 4.0, 2% below the IN average of 4.1 (among IN facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 4 / 5 Above average ↑ 37% · IN 2.9This facility: 4.0, 37% above the IN average of 2.9 (among IN facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 7.5 Score · lower is better ↑ 5% · IN 7.1This facility: 7.5, 5% above the IN average of 7.1 (among IN facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 19.0 Score · lower is better ↑ 23% · IN 15.5This facility: 19.0, 23% above the IN average of 15.5 (among IN facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

13 long-stay measures: 5 better, 8 worse

8 short-stay measures: 3 worse, 2 near IN average, 3 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Hammond-Whiting Care Center’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 274 Indiana nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Dec 2024

Is it financially stable?

Breaking even on care

3.6% operating margin

−0.9 pts vs prior year

Positive margin in 7 of the last 8 reported years. Net income $0.4M after other income.

Does it invest in staff?

Payroll in line with Indiana homes

50.8% payroll share of revenue

IN average 50.9%Rank #121 / 274Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 121st out of 274 nursing homes we track in Indiana for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Indiana average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Indiana that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $0.6M while revenue rose $0.4M. Check hours per resident in the staffing section to confirm it reaches the floor.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024 Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Jun 2026
Resident snapshot
66 residents · Jun 2026 Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare 9 · 14%
Medicaid 54 · 82%
Private pay & other 3 · 5%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Typical stay

Medicare 1 - 2 months Medicaid 3 - 4 months Private pay & other 28 days

Places of interest near Hammond-Whiting Care Center

Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Whiting's city center to Hammond-Whiting Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.37 miles to nearest hospital (Jackson Park Hospital & Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Indiana

Hammond-Whiting Care Center is located in Whiting, Indiana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Indiana.

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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)
Know before you visit

Frequently Asked Questions about Hammond-Whiting Care Center

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Who is the Director of Nursing at Hammond-Whiting Care Center?
Kim Mcmullins is the Director of Nursing at Hammond-Whiting Care Center.
02 Who is the owner of Hammond-Whiting Care Center?
Hammond-Whiting Care Center is legally operated by Hendricks County Hospital, and administered by Michelle Stephens.
03 Is Hammond-Whiting Care Center in a walkable area?
Hammond-Whiting Care Center has a walk score of 67. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
04 What is the license number of Hammond-Whiting Care Center?
According to IN state health department records, Hammond-Whiting Care Center's license number is 25-000365-1.
05 What is the occupancy rate at Hammond-Whiting Care Center?
Hammond-Whiting Care Center's occupancy is 87.9%.
06 How long has Hammond-Whiting Care Center been in business?
Hammond-Whiting Care Center has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
07 Are pets allowed at Hammond-Whiting Care Center?
Yes, Hammond-Whiting Care Center allows residents to bring their pets.