Occupancy rate
65%
Similar to the Indiana average: 68.1%Silver Birch at Cook Road
Assisted Living in Fort Wayne
Silver Birch at Cook Road
Assisted Living in Fort Wayne
Silver Birch at Cook Road in Fort Wayne provides an affordable and supportive haven where seniors are treated with the utmost care, respect, and compassion. Their barrier-free design ensures seniors can live freely and happily without any restrictions. They also offer easy access to daily conveniences like transportation and retail, and their round-the-clock staff takes care of housekeeping, laundry, medication delivery, and reminders.
The home understands that staying connected with both the residents in the facility and the outside world is vital, which is why they provide fast internet, a private dining room, library, patio, raised gardens, computer lounge, on-site store, and other amenities to keep seniors engaged and open for new connections. Most importantly, regular health checks and emergency call monitors ensure seniors’ safety and well-being as well.
125-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
7 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 12 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: B- (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the Indiana average: 68.1%Occupied beds
81 / 125
Average residents
70 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
IssuanceJanuary 9, 2024
ExpirationAugust 31, 2025
License Number24-014553-1
Silver Birch at Cook Road is legally operated by Cook Road Aal Lp, and administrated by John Pea.
Profit StatusPROFIT
Residential
125 units
Total beds
125 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingTANISHA COOPER THOMAS
ContactCustomer Service, Member
Fax(812) 250-4181
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Silver Birch at Cook Road
Assisted Living
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.
24 total visits · Indiana avg: 19
Ranked 268th of 388 in Indiana
23
Inspections
Indiana avg: 13
77% above Indiana avg
23
Complaint Visits
Indiana avg: 8
188% above Indiana avg Ranked 349th of 367
5 formal complaints filed · avg: 5
Formal complaints can result in multiple visits
5
Visits with Citations
Indiana avg: 7
29% below Indiana avg
13
Citations Total
Indiana avg: 34
62% below Indiana avg Ranked 87th of 385
19
Visits without Citations
Indiana avg: 12
58% above Indiana avg
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5 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 10, 2025
Complaint Investigation13 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 34 citations
14 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 36 deficiencies
0.6 deficiencies per inspection
Indiana average: 5.1 deficiencies per inspection
Inspection Report Summary for Silver Birch at Cook Road
The most recent inspection on June 10, 2025, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a mix of compliance and some cited deficiencies, primarily involving medication administration, documentation, pest control, and controlled substance management. Inspectors cited issues such as delayed notification and treatment of bed bug infestations, incomplete medication documentation, and unsecured controlled substances. Most complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, with only a few substantiated complaints resulting in cited deficiencies but no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection record shows some improvement over time, with the most recent surveys indicating compliance after addressing prior issues.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans
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Assisted Living in Indiana
Silver Birch at Cook Road is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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6.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fort Wayne's city center to Silver Birch at Cook Road's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.74 miles to nearest hospital (Fort Wayne Vet Center)
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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.
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