Total staff
111
Employees
102
Contractors
9
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
South Shore Health & Rehabilitation
Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Gary, IN
CMS overall rating
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.
South Shore Health & Rehabilitation
Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Gary, IN
CMS overall rating
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.
South Shore Health & Rehabilitation accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
South Shore Health & Rehabilitation, a prominent Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation facility, is centrally located in the heart of Gary, Indiana. This facility is deeply committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services to the broader community. The multidisciplinary team of professionals collaborates closely with residents’ physicians and area hospitals. Together, they craft individualized care plans for each resident, ensuring a seamless continuum of care, all with the goal of enhancing their recovery journey.
South Shore Health & Rehabilitation is in a constant state of growth and evolution, continuously expanding its services. From long-term care to short-term rehabilitation to complex clinical support, the facility offers a spectrum of services that stand out for their exceptional quality and breadth. Residents at South Shore Health & Rehabilitation can expect an environment that marries compassion with expert care, where their healthcare concerns are thoughtfully managed, always placing the resident’s well-being at the forefront. With an unwavering dedication to patient well-being, South Shore Health & Rehabilitation operates under a singular objective: to provide each patient with the utmost care, facilitating their rehabilitation and the restoration of strength, mobility, and functional capacity.
Quality ratings
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 29th 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.
This home is ranked 29th 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.
4h 22m per day
Rank #29 / 287Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 287 homes in Indiana. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Indiana average, with a ranking across 287 Indiana SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Indiana avg
+27%
Standout metric
LPN / LVN is +46% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
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.
| 38m per day | ▼ 5% 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.
| 1h 7m per day | ▲ 46% 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.
| 2h 21m per day | ▲ 4% State avg: 2h 16m per day · National avg: 2h 21m 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 45m per day | ▲ 16% 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.
| 1m 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.
| 14m per day | ▼ 48% State avg: 27m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Types of Care at South Shore Health & Rehabilitation
Skilled Nursing
Hospice Care
Respite Care
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
82.8%
Rank #77 / 433Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 433 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 433. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
130 days
Occupancy rate
82.8%
Rank #77 / 433Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 433 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 433. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
130 days
Walk Score: 56 / 100 Rank #172 / 588Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 172nd out of 588 homes in Indiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
1.50:1
1499900% better than Indiana average
Avg staff/day
48
Average shift
7.7 hours
0% compared with Indiana average
Total staff hours (quarter)
34,038
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
23
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
53
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
5.2%
1,764 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 53 | 0 | 53 | 15,647 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 0 | 23 | 7,575 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 3,494 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,483 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,237 | 70 | 76% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 799 | 66 | 72% | 7.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 564 | 74 | 80% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 484 | 86 | 93% | 5.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 61 | 66% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 380 | 48 | 52% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 275 | 41 | 45% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 151 | 33 | 36% | 4.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 55 | 25 | 27% | 2.2 |
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
23 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
76%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
72%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
80%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
93%
1 Administrator
% of Days
66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
58%
2 Dietitian
% of Days
52%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
45%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
36%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
27%
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.2
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 8.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.6
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 17.1
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.2%
15% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.9%
18% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 14.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.6%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.0%
74% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 3.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.8%
79% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
17% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
13% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
15.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
15.2%
37% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.9%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
7% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 93.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 95.4%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.41
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.41
51% 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.
3.45
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.45
133% worse than 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.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.9%
6% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 81.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
35% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.8%
19% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 79.0%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
35.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
35.9%
60% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 22.4%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
19.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
19.3%
84% 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%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
27% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
54% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
74
Medicare
3
4.1% of residents
Medicaid
66
89.2% of residents
Private pay or other
5
6.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for South Shore Health & Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
82.8%
↓ 0.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$365.2K
↓ ~$94.0K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.3M
↑ ~$302.7K vs 2022
Profit Margin
3.5%
↓ 0.3pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$11.9M
Surplus of revenue
$365.2K
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$11.9M Rank #134 / 290Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th out of 290 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Indiana SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$365.2K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #71 / 290Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st 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.
$7.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #71 / 290Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.5M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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1 mile from city center
— 5.53 miles to nearest hospital (St. Catherine Hospital)
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South Shore Health & Rehabilitation is located in Gary, Indiana.
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Shore Health & Rehabilitation
What neighborhood is South Shore Health & Rehabilitation in?
South Shore Health & Rehabilitation is in the Tyler Street neighborhood.
Is South Shore Health & Rehabilitation in a walkable area?
South Shore Health & Rehabilitation has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the phone number of South Shore Health & Rehabilitation?
(219) 886-7070 will put you in contact with the team at South Shore Health & Rehabilitation.
Is South Shore Health & Rehabilitation Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — South Shore Health & Rehabilitation is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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