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Assisted Living in Anderson
Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam
Assisted Living in Anderson
Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam
Sweet Galilee at the Wigwam, located in Anderson, Indiana, offers an affordable yet high-quality assisted senior living lifestyle. They prioritize the diverse needs of seniors, providing an elevated lifestyle grounded in love, compassion, and dignity. With 130 studio and one-bedroom apartments, residents benefit from a full spectrum of services that are both convenient and supportive.
Residents can engage in a variety of social and recreational activities, fostering a vibrant atmosphere. The staff, well-cared-for themselves, is equipped to provide exceptional care, with ongoing health monitoring, nursing assessments, and 24-hour staffing by certified nursing assistants. Sweet Galilee also offers transportation services and on-site beauty and barber services. The community features inviting spaces like a living room, a cozy TV lounge, an outdoor patio, and even a country store, creating a warm and enriching residential assisted living environment for its residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
130
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
70%
Residents per day
91
Occupancy rate
70%
Residents per day
91
130-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: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
In line with Indiana averageOccupied beds
91 / 130
Average residents
70 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
License Number25-014706-1
Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam is legally operated by Sweet Galilee At The Wigwam Llc, and administrated by Vernatene Banks.
Profit StatusPROFIT
Residential
130 units
Total beds
130 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingCARMEN MAY
Fax(765) 442-3900
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing
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
26 total visits · Indiana avg: 19
Ranked 287th 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
12 formal complaints filed · avg: 5
Formal complaints can result in multiple visits
15
Visits with Citations
Indiana avg: 7
114% above Indiana avg
48
Citations Total
Indiana avg: 34
41% above Indiana avg Ranked 287th of 385
11
Visits without Citations
Indiana avg: 12
8% below Indiana avg
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12 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
July 2, 2025
Renewal48 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 34 citations
48 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 36 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Sweet Galilee at The Wigwam
The most recent inspection on July 2, 2025, identified deficiencies related to staff certification, employee training, health screenings, and food safety practices. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues including staff training gaps, medication administration problems, resident care concerns, and food handling deficiencies. Several complaint investigations were substantiated with findings involving resident abuse, medication errors, privacy violations, and safety hazards, while many other complaints were found unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with staff qualifications, training, and food safety, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans
Sweet Galilee At The Wigwam Studio
Sweet Galilee At The Wigwam 1 Bed
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