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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.
Life Care Center of Valparaiso is a 110-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility operated by Valparaiso Operations, LLC in Valparaiso, Indiana. Situated in Porter County near Porter Health Care System, the facility offers skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care with 24-hour staffing. Accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
All four CMS sub-ratings sit above Indiana’s average, producing a 5-star overall rating. The staffing sub-rating reflects case-mix adjusted hours 56.9 percent above state benchmark, and Quality Measures run 23.5 percent above Indiana average. Over four years on file, the facility averaged 6.5 deficiencies annually, 55 percent above Indiana’s average of 4.2, with no immediate jeopardy findings, fines, or enforcement actions, and every complaint investigation returning unsubstantiated. Deficiencies have focused in care planning and clinical monitoring rather than acute harm: skin condition monitoring and wound care gaps have appeared in three of four annual surveys, kitchen sanitation was cited in both 2022 and 2023, and antibiotic stewardship was flagged in consecutive years before dropping from the record. No deficiency in the window involves resident abuse or a serious adverse outcome. Occupancy at 88 percent runs well above Indiana’s 68.1 percent average.
A certified activity director and certified dietitian are on staff. Amenities feature a fine dining program, Community Re-Entry Program for discharge planning, landscaped grounds and courtyards, and a beauty salon and barber shop.
Life Care Center of Valparaiso suits Porter County residents seeking post-acute rehabilitation or long-term skilled nursing near Valparaiso’s hospital network. It has a clean enforcement record and consistently above-average ratings across all four CMS dimensions.
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 151st 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | 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.
| 44m per day | ▲ 10% 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.
| 46m per day | ■ Avg 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.
| 1h 46m per day | ▼ 22% State avg: 2h 16m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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 8m per day | ▼ 3% 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.
| 7m per day | ▲ 75% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
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.
| 29m per day | ▲ 7% State avg: 27m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Higher than the Indiana average: 68.1%Life Care Center of Valparaiso is legally operated by Hendricks County Hospital, and administrated by Amber Janeczko.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Indiana state average. See the nursing homes benchmark below for the typical Indiana score; higher is better.
Above the Indiana average for nursing homes.
Indiana nursing homes benchmark: C 74/100
Inspection score: 85 out of 100. Letter grade B. Above the Indiana average for nursing homes.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 26 | 36 | This facility has 28% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (26 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 28% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 6.5 | 9 | This facility has 28% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (6.5 vs. IN avg 9).↓ 28% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.6 | 1.9 | This facility has 16% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana nursing home (1.6 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 16% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits.
| 16 | 19 | This facility has 16% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana nursing home (16 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 16% better |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (5 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 29% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 31% | 37% | This facility has 6 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana nursing home (31% vs. IN avg 37%).↓ 6% better |
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Inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators.
| 6 | 13 | This facility has 54% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana nursing home (6 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 54% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 1 | 5 | This facility has 80% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana nursing home (1 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 80% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2022.
| 0.3 | 1.3 | This facility has 77% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (0.3 vs. IN avg 1.3).↓ 77% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on April 3, 2025, was a complaint investigation that found no deficiencies related to the allegations. Prior inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving care planning and resident care, infection control, and Life Safety Code compliance issues such as fire safety equipment and kitchen sanitation. Complaint investigations were consistently unsubstantiated, with no enforcement actions, fines, or license suspensions listed in the available reports. Earlier inspections noted issues with skin and wound care, adaptive device use, and antibiotic stewardship, as well as some Life Safety Code violations that were corrected promptly. The facility’s recent clean complaint investigation suggests some improvement, although prior surveys indicate ongoing challenges in care and safety compliance.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsIndiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Indiana average 25
Indiana average 4.12
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 21 citations resulted from standard inspections.
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.2
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.6
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
1336979% better than Indiana average
0% compared with Indiana average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 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.
7.8 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.
8.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
159 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 0 | 37 | 14,855 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 0 | 21 | 6,709 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 4,896 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,454 | 90 | 98% | 8.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,371 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,234 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,151 | 64 | 70% | 6.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,035 | 80 | 87% | 5.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 945 | 63 | 68% | 8.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 745 | 65 | 71% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 733 | 81 | 88% | 6.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 553 | 62 | 67% | 8.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 530 | 62 | 67% | 8.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 58 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 54 | 59% | 8.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 419 | 71 | 77% | 5.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 199 | 28 | 30% | 7.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 68 | 9 | 10% | 7.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 3 | 3% | 16 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 43 | 7 | 8% | 5.4 |
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.
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.
3.9
51% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 8.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
13.7
20% better 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
7.9%
34% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
6.5%
55% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 14.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.8%
9% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.8%
54% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.1%
76% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.4%
58% 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
13.6%
9% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.7%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 93.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.4%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 95.4%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.58
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.60
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.20
19% 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
52.3%
36% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 81.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.7%
49% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
57.1%
28% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 79.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
21.0%
6% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 22.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.0%
24% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 10.5%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.7%
13% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
59.6%
11% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
62.4%
23% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
47% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
35% of new residents, often for short stays.
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
89Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Valparaiso based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #62 / 290Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd 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.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Valparaiso's city center to Life Care Center of Valparaiso's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.
| Life Care Center of Valparaiso |
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. | Valparaiso | 110 | 88.2% | +27% | 3.33 | +54% | -3% | $0 | 21 | 7.0 | - | 91 | A+ | 83 | Valparaiso Operations, LLC | $17.3M | $7.7M | 44.5% | 155331 | ||||
| Brickyard Healthcare – Valparaiso Care Center |
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. | Valparaiso | 85 | 89.4% | +29% | 3.34 | +41% | -3% | $0 | 14 | 4.7 | - | 76 | - | 0 | Valpariaso Operating LLC | $9.5M | $5.4M | 56.5% | 155137 | ||||
| Life Care Center of the Willows |
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. | Valparaiso | 92 | 65.2% | -6% | 3.48 | +19% | +1% | $25.2k | 41 | 5.9 | 2 | 61 | - | 0 | Tami Adams | $9.2M | $4.6M | 49.6% | 155158 |
Crystal Carlson is the Director of Nursing at Life Care Center of Valparaiso.
The legal owner and operator of Life Care Center of Valparaiso is Hendricks County Hospital.
Life Care Center of Valparaiso has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to IN state health department records, Life Care Center of Valparaiso's license number is 24-000224-1.
According to IN state health department records, Life Care Center of Valparaiso's license expires on November 30, 2025.
Life Care Center of Valparaiso's occupancy is 88%.
Amber Janeczko is the administrator of Life Care Center of Valparaiso.
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