The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility
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The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility

CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 101 deficiencies 4 complaints 24 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Indiana state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Indiana nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.

8 points below the Indiana average for nursing homes (83/100)

Rank #256 / 384 in Indiana Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 256th out of 384 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Indiana average among 384 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 75 out of 100. Letter grade C. 8 points below the Indiana average for nursing homes (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Indiana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Indiana state average
Overall vs. IN average 6 Worse Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (181% above)
• Deficiencies per year (181% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (121% above)
• Total visits (26% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (57% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (24% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Indiana average:
• Inspections (at IN avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total complaints (20% below)
• Complaints per year (24% below)
Latest Inspection June 19, 2025 Plan Of Correction

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 10136 This facility has 181% more total deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (101 vs. IN avg 36).↑ 181% worse Rank #343 / 386 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 343rd out of 386 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Indiana average among 386 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 33.712 This facility has 181% more deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (33.7 vs. IN avg 12).↑ 181% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.21.9 This facility has 121% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana nursing home (4.2 vs. IN avg 1.9).↑ 121% worse Rank #357 / 386 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 357th out of 386 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Indiana average among 386 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits. 2419 This facility has 26% more total visits than a typical Indiana nursing home (24 vs. IN avg 19).↑ 26% worse
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 117 This facility has 57% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (11 vs. IN avg 7).↑ 57% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 46%37% This facility has 9 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana nursing home (46% vs. IN avg 37%).↑ 9% worse
Inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators. 1313 This facility has inspections in line with the Indiana average (13 vs. IN avg 13).— At avg

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityIN Averagevs. IN Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 45 This facility has 20% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana nursing home (4 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 20% better Rank #140 / 352 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 140th out of 352 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's total complaints compared to the Indiana average among 352 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2023. 1.31.7 This facility has 24% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (1.3 vs. IN avg 1.7).↓ 24% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The June 19, 2025 revisit found the facility in full compliance with Medicare/Medicaid, Life Safety Code, and state regulations, with no deficiencies or complaints noted.
  • The April 21, 2025 survey cited 12 deficiencies including emergency preparedness failures, fire safety issues, and unsafe smoking area maintenance.
  • The January 8, 2025 complaint investigation identified immediate jeopardy for unsafe discharge practices and multiple care deficiencies, including missed treatments and improper food handling.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2023
Total health inspections 5

Indiana average 6


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations
30 Rank #190 / 288Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 190th out of 288 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Indiana State average, with a ranking across all 288 IN facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Indiana average 25

Citations per inspection
6 Rank #228 / 288Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 228th out of 288 homes in Indiana. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Indiana mean across 288 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Indiana average 4.12


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

20 of 30 citations resulted from standard inspections; 9 of 30 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 30 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
1
400% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.2


Serious health citations
0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.6

1 critical citation Indiana average: 0.2

0 serious citations Indiana average: 0.6

28 moderate citations Indiana average: 23.8

1 minor citation Indiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation Mar 14, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Mar 14, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Mar 14, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Mar 14, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 100
Employees 88
Contractors 12
Staff to resident ratio 1.20 : 1
1204719% more staff per resident than Indiana average
Indiana average ratio: 0.00 : 1 Indiana average ratio: 0.00 : 1See full Indiana ranking
Avg staff/day 39
Average shift 8.3 hours
8% better than Indiana average
Indiana average: 7.7 hours Indiana average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full Indiana ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 29,940

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info 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 Info All 12 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 13 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 40 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 40
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

3.6%

1,082 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Medical Director: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant4004013,03792100%8.6
Registered Nurse120124,23092100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse130133,88692100%9.5
Medication Aide/Technician120122,7859199%9.5
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,1388693%7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist2029797278%7.7
Mental Health Service Worker2029687177%7.7
Dietitian1015366672%8.1
Nurse Practitioner1015206470%8.1
Administrator1014995863%8.6
Physical Therapy Aide0224706975%6.4
RN Director of Nursing1012823740%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist0442585863%4.4
Physical Therapy Assistant0221663538%4.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221124549%2.5
Qualified Social Worker011482628%1.9
Medical Director011281415%2
40 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
12 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 99%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 93%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 78%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 77%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 72%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 63%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 75%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 40%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 63%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 38%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 49%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 28%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 15%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2025

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $15K Rank #250 / 289Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 250th out of 289 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Indiana average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 289 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
46% lower than Indiana average

Indiana average: $27K

Number of fines 1
28% fewer fines than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.4

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $15K
Indiana average $27K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Jan 8, 2025 · $15K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 8, 2025
$15K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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. 8.4
5% 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. 18.6
9% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Indiana avg: 4.1 Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 9.5%
21% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 14.6%
In line with 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 31.8%
29% worse 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 3.9%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 3.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.6%
29% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.0%
60% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.4%
49% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 19.3%
20% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 6.5%
48% 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 100.0%
5% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 95.4%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.51
57% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.60

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.55
63% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.48

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Indiana avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 89.0%
9% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.5%
8% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 83.7%
6% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 79.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 20.2%
10% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 22.4%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 9.6%
9% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 10.5%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 47.4%
12% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 53.6%
6% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 18 days

Private pay

64% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 83
Medicare
12
14.5% of residents
Medicaid
59
71.1% of residents
Private pay or other
12
14.5% of residents
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.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.2M
Profit
$1.6M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.2M Rank #108 / 290Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 290 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Indiana 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.
Profit
$1.6M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #143 / 290Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd 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.
$5.3M
40.5% of revenue Rank #239 / 290Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 239th out of 290 homes in Indiana. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Indiana average. Well-run Indiana facilities typically land around 54–68% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.2M
Total costs $11.5M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IN

Requires level-of-care determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home health services

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+
General Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
IN

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+
General or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IN

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

Benefits
Room/board Laundry Minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IN

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
IN

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

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

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IN

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Compare Nursing Home around Indiana

The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.

5 facilities compared · CMS & IN Dept. of Health data

Greenwood Village South
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Greenwood
207
Facility 207
IN AVG 116
Rank #27 / 437
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4.16
Facility 4.16
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #38 / 287
-50%+21%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
83
Facility 83
IN AVG 83
Rank #151 / 384
6
Facility 6
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #17 / 288
3.0
Facility 3.0
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #82 / 288
-38A+
50
Facility 50
IN AVG 37
Rank #205 / 587
Pamela Seegers
$35.6M
Facility $35.6M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #3 / 290
$17.6M
Facility $17.6M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #2 / 290
49.4%
Facility 49.4%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #145 / 290
155026
North River Health Campus
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Evansville (East Baseline Road)
95
Facility 95
IN AVG 116
Rank #269 / 437
50.5%
Facility 50.5%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #344 / 433
-27%
3.66
Facility 3.66
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #70 / 287
+63%+7%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #225 / 289
91
Facility 91
IN AVG 83
Rank #71 / 384
10
Facility 10
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #41 / 288
3.3
Facility 3.3
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #107 / 288
-53A+
11
Facility 11
IN AVG 37
Rank #456 / 587
Thomas Cook
$12.0M
Facility $12.0M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #132 / 290
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #98 / 290
53.4%
Facility 53.4%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #98 / 290
155854
West River Health Campus
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Evansville (Westside)
131
Facility 131
IN AVG 116
Rank #138 / 437
74.0%
Facility 74.0%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #153 / 433
+7%
4.56
Facility 4.56
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #27 / 287
-1%+33%
$18.7k
Facility $18.7k
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #259 / 289
73
Facility 73
IN AVG 83
Rank #284 / 384
17
Facility 17
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #104 / 288
2.1
Facility 2.1
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #33 / 288
297A+
2
Facility 2
IN AVG 37
Rank #546 / 587
Carla Baker
$11.1M
Facility $11.1M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #149 / 290
$5.9M
Facility $5.9M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #121 / 290
53%
Facility 53%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #103 / 290
155785
Westside Garden Plaza
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Indianapolis (Chapel Hill / Ben Davis)
150
Facility 150
IN AVG 116
Rank #87 / 437
47.3%
Facility 47.3%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #367 / 433
-32%
3.49
Facility 3.49
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #105 / 287
-29%+1%
$0
Facility $0
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #1 / 289
77
Facility 77
IN AVG 83
Rank #228 / 384
76
Facility 76
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #282 / 288
6.9
Facility 6.9
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #260 / 288
171A+
10
Facility 10
IN AVG 37
Rank #467 / 587
Westside Snf Operations LLC
$14.1M
Facility $14.1M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #93 / 290
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #76 / 290
49.9%
Facility 49.9%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #137 / 290
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The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility
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.

Wakarusa
133
Facility 133
IN AVG 116
Rank #132 / 437
58.6%
Facility 58.6%
IN AVG 69.4%
Rank #280 / 433
-16%
3.15
Facility 3.15
IN AVG 3.44
Rank #185 / 287
+22%-8%
$14.7k
Facility $14.7k
IN AVG $31.4k
Rank #250 / 289
75
Facility 75
IN AVG 83
Rank #256 / 384
30
Facility 30
IN AVG 25.0
Rank #190 / 288
6.0
Facility 6.0
IN AVG 4.1
Rank #228 / 288
178A+
37
Facility 37
IN AVG 37
Rank #283 / 587
The Waters Of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility, LLC
$13.2M
Facility $13.2M
IN AVG $10.7M
Rank #108 / 290
$5.3M
Facility $5.3M
IN AVG $4.2M
Rank #143 / 290
40.5%
Facility 40.5%
IN AVG 42%
Rank #239 / 290
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility

Who is the Director of Nursing at The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility?

Mary Damm is the Director of Nursing at The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility.

Who is the owner of The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility?

The legal owner and operator of The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility is Johnson Memorial Hospital.

Is The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility in a walkable area?

The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility?

According to IN state health department records, The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility's license number is 25-000521-1.

When does The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility's license expire?

According to IN state health department records, The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility's license expires on February 28, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility?

The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility's occupancy is 59%.

Who is the administrator of The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility?

David Henke is the administrator of The Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility.

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