Occupancy rate
74%
Higher than the Indiana average: 68.1%Lincolnshire Health Care Center
Nursing Home in Merrilleville
Lincolnshire Health Care Center
Nursing Home in Merrilleville
Overview of Lincolnshire Health Care Center
Situated in Merrillville, Indiana, the Lincolnshire Health Care Center is a center for specialized services and rehabilitation, providing a personalized approach to each individual. Renowned for its reliability, the center is dedicated to assisting patients in achieving independence and improved functioning through a hands-on approach. The culture at Lincolnshire Health Care Center is deeply rooted in empowerment, emphasizing the value of independence to enhance residents’ outlook on life and foster a strong sense of community.
In addition to the best care and nursing home activities, the center offers a range of amenities to enhance residents’ overall experience. Electric beds, flatscreen televisions, and Wi-Fi availability contribute to a comfortable living environment. The facility also features an enclosed patio terrace, a beauty salon, and a barber shop. Residents can enjoy daily newspaper delivery, engaging activities, community outings, and more, creating a holistic care approach that fosters a vibrant and supportive senior living community.
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Indiana average: 68.1%Occupied beds
74 / 100
Average residents
70 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 5, 2025
ExpirationApril 30, 2026
License Number25-000577-1
Lincolnshire Health Care Center is legally operated by Major Hospital, and administrated by Tawana Lee.
Profit StatusOTHER
SNF/NF (Combined)
100 units
Total beds
100 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingREBECCA RITCHIE
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
24-Hour Staffing
Fax(219) 755-4522
24 Hour Skilled Nursing Care
Private And Semi-Private Rooms
Electric Beds
Private Bathrooms
Flat Screen Televisions
Wi-Fi Availability For Residents And Guests
Personal Laundry & Linen Service
Multi-Denominational Religious Services
Beauty/Barber Salon
Enclosed Patio Terrace
Community Outings
Planned Daily Activities
Professional Entertainment
Residents’ Council
Family Dining Room
Newspaper Delivery
Private Phone Lines
Specific ProgramsCardiac Care, Central Line Management, COPD, Diabetes Management, Gastrostomy/Nasogastric Feeding Tube, Hospice, Isolation Needs, IV / Infusion Therapy, Ostomy Care, Pain Management, Post-acute care, Post-Stroke Care, Respiratory Therapy, Tracheostomy Care, Urinary Incontinence Programs, Wound Care
Religious ServicesYes
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 Overview
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.
30 total visits · Indiana avg: 19
Ranked 330th of 388 in Indiana
21
Inspections
Indiana avg: 13
62% above Indiana avg
15
Complaint Visits
Indiana avg: 8
88% above Indiana avg Ranked 310th of 367
9 formal complaints filed · avg: 5
Formal complaints can result in multiple visits
14
Visits with Citations
Indiana avg: 7
100% above Indiana avg
60
Citations Total
Indiana avg: 34
76% above Indiana avg Ranked 326th of 385
16
Visits without Citations
Indiana avg: 12
33% above Indiana avg
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9 complaints
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
Latest inspection
Date
June 18, 2025
Complaint Investigation60 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 34 citations
61 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 36 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Lincolnshire Health Care Center
The most recent inspection on June 18, 2025, found the facility in compliance based on a paper review of complaint investigations. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to medication administration, quality of care including activities of daily living, infection control, and life safety code compliance issues such as emergency lighting and fire system maintenance. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, including failures in blood sugar monitoring, timely incontinence care, resident safety during transport, and reporting of abuse, though many complaints were also found unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some improvement in recent months with the most current inspections indicating compliance after prior citations.
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1.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Merrillville's city center to Lincolnshire Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.51 miles to nearest hospital (Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus)
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Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.82
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.82
14% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.60
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.42
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.42
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.48
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.3%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 22.4%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.5%
29% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 10.5%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
56.0%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
56.0%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
50.2%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
50.2%
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.
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
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Compare Nursing Homes around Merrilleville The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.
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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. | Merrillville | 100 | 73.0% | +5% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | 33 | Major Hospital | - | - | - | - |
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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. | Merrillville | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Merrillville 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. | Merrillville | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
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