Nursing Home

Miller’s Merry Manor

Overview of Miller’s Merry Manor
Miller's Merry Manor is the premier rehabilitation provider in Portage, offering assisted living apartments in addition to short-term rehab and long-term care. The staff works with discharge planners from local hospitals to provide comprehensive care. The facility is licensed for 66 Medicare-certified beds and has 58 assisted living apartments.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Indiana average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5/5
Indiana average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Indiana average: 2.6/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5
Indiana average: 4.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 21m per day

This home provides 6% less nursing time per resident than the Indiana average.

Indiana average: 3h 32m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 107

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Indiana average
Occupancy rate 51.4%
Residents per day (avg) 47
Occupancy rate
51.4%
Residents per day (avg)
47

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

55% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$4.5M
Operating deficit
-$1.6M
Governmental community Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$4,515,757.00
Operating deficit
$-1,558,071.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.2M
48% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.9M
Total costs $6.1M
Bed community size
107-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
51%
25% lower than Indiana average

Indiana average: 69%

Occupied beds
55 / 107
Average residents 70 per day

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
Status Active
Issuance June 1, 2025

Additional licensing details

License number: 25-000431-1
CMS Certification Number: 155574

Ownership & operating entity

Miller’s Merry Manor is administrated by RAYNE WISE.

Profit status: OTHER

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of Nursing: LINDSEY ANDREWS
Contact: Christy Clark

Care Services

Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing

Contact Information

Fax: (574) 586-7629

Amenities & Lifestyle

Restaurant-style premier dining
Religious services
Beauty/barber shop
Community outings
Recreational activities
Wheelchair-accessible van
Private and shared accommodations

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Assisted Living, Adult Day Services, Hospice, Long Term Care, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Clinical Pathways, Real. Life. Rehab.
Religious Services
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Restaurant-style premier dining
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare

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.

11 visits/inspections

Results

4 with citations

0 without citations

Indiana average: 8 complaint visits

Indiana average: 3 inspections with citations

0 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: 4 complaints

Latest inspection

Date:July 2, 2025
Type:Complaint Investigation

25 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Indiana average: 26 citations

27 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Inspection Report Summary for Miller’s Merry Manor

The most recent inspection on July 2, 2025, was a complaint investigation and found no deficiencies related to the allegations. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of Life Safety Code deficiencies, including blocked exit doors, propped open smoke barrier doors, and issues with hazardous storage room doors, but immediate corrective actions were taken and ongoing monitoring was planned. Prior reports also noted care planning, infection control, and medication management issues, along with some deficiencies in emergency preparedness and staff vaccination compliance, though no fines or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were generally unsubstantiated, with no substantiated complaints reported. The facility appears to have addressed many prior deficiencies, as recent inspections have shown improvement in compliance with Life Safety Code and care standards.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Indiana average 6


Last Health inspection on Oct 2025

Total health citations 25
Citations per inspection
8.33

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

21 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 1
67% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Indiana average: 0.2

1 serious citation More info Indiana average: 0.6

24 moderate citations More info Indiana average: 23.8

0 minor citations More info Indiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect serious citation Oct 08, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Oct 08, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Oct 08, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Oct 08, 2025
Corrected

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

110
Total Staff
68
Employees
42
Contractors
19,225
Total Hours (Quarter)
30
Avg Staff/Day
7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse137.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse188.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant437.5 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
82 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services
12 staff
4.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
1.9hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
11.8%
of total hours from contractors
2,264 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Certified Nursing Assistant: 4 Registered Nurse: 9 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Licensed Practical Nurse: 9 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Medication Aide/Technician: 6 Qualified Social Worker: 2
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant3944310,03891100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse99182,29391100%8.2
Registered Nurse49131,3858593%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist4049437279%7.2
Dental Services Staff4048747481%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff4048329099%5.8
Speech Language Pathologist0225236774%7.1
Physical Therapy Aide0665116774%6.5
Administrator1014846167%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Medication Aide/Technician0663273134%8
RN Director of Nursing2022794145%6.8
Qualified Social Worker022924853%1.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician022843741%2.2
Physical Therapy Assistant011675055%1.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant01124910%2.6

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
38 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
1 resident (2.6%)
Medicaid
37 residents (97.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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. 12.6
57% 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. 20.8
22% worse than 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 25.3%
110% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 25.6%
78% 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 11.4%
54% 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 8.8%
128% 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 2.4%
45% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.2%
82% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.9%
84% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 19.4%
20% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 8.6%
31% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
7% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 93.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.4%
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 97.2%
19% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.6%
20% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 79.0%

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires level-of-care determination.

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+, Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (varies).

$10,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+, or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Indiana SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand statewide.

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