Worth Considering
8
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Indianapolis, Indiana
8 of 44 nursing homes in Indianapolis (18%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
8 recommended · 12 caution · 24 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
4,900
across 44 facilities
High Risk Facilities
24
13 Grade F
$274,949 in combined fines
Zero Fines
34
/44
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 8?
The nursing home market in Indianapolis is strong, with 44 facilities and 18% recommended options. Families should be aware that while Fairway Village stands out with top ratings, 24 facilities have incurred a total of $274,949 in fines, indicating some variability in quality.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 FAIRWAY VILLAGE (90) — Fairway Village boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, indicating top-tier care with a Trust Score of 90/100. Although it is a for-profit facility, its commitment to quality is evident with zero fines and well-maintained 53 beds, ensuring residents receive excellent support and services.
- 2 SOUTHPOINTE HEALTHCARE CENTER (90) — Southpointe Healthcare Center shines with a perfect CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to exceptional resident care. As a non-profit facility with a Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines, it emphasizes community focus, making it a standout choice for families seeking quality nursing care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 ST AUGUSTINE HOME FOR THE AGED (85) — St. Augustine Home for the Aged offers a nurturing environment with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid B+ grade. With a Trust Score of 85/100 and zero fines, this non-profit facility is dedicated to serving the community, providing personalized care in an intimate setting with just 23 beds.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 4 CHALET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER (75) — Chalet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides quality care with a CMS 4★ rating and a B grade. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and zero fines, this for-profit facility is well-equipped to support its 88 residents, although it may not be the top choice for those seeking the highest ratings.
- 5 HOOSIER VILLAGE (75) — Hoosier Village stands out with a CMS 5★ rating and a B grade, offering a caring environment in a non-profit setting. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and zero fines, it focuses on community well-being, making it a commendable option for those seeking personalized healthcare for its 24 residents.
- 6 ROSEGATE VILLAGE (75) — Rosegate Village, featuring a CMS 4★ rating and a B grade, provides a comfortable living experience for its 150 residents. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and zero fines, this for-profit partnership is dedicated to maintaining quality services, although it may not meet the standards of the top-rated facilities.
- 7 NORTHWEST MANOR HEALTH CARE CENTER (70) — Northwest Manor Healthcare Center offers essential services with a CMS 3★ rating and a B grade. Although it has a Trust Score of 70/100 and zero fines, its government-owned status may cater to those seeking affordable care, despite not being the highest-rated option in the area.
- 8 ALTENHEIM HEALTH & LIVING COMMUNITY (70) — Altenheim Health & Living Community provides solid services with a CMS 4★ rating and a B grade. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and zero fines, this government-owned facility focuses on delivering reliable care, making it a viable choice for families looking for dependable options.
The other 36 Indianapolis facilities didn't qualify — 24 carry Grade D or F ratings and 10 have fines totaling $274K.
Recommended
Fairway Village boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, indicating top-tier care with a Trust Score of 90/100. Although it is a for-profit facility, its commitment to quality is evident with zero fines and well-maintained 53 beds, ensuring residents receive excellent support and services.
Southpointe Healthcare Center shines with a perfect CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to exceptional resident care. As a non-profit facility with a Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines, it emphasizes community focus, making it a standout choice for families seeking quality nursing care.
St. Augustine Home for the Aged offers a nurturing environment with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid B+ grade. With a Trust Score of 85/100 and zero fines, this non-profit facility is dedicated to serving the community, providing personalized care in an intimate setting with just 23 beds.
Chalet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides quality care with a CMS 4★ rating and a B grade. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and zero fines, this for-profit facility is well-equipped to support its 88 residents, although it may not be the top choice for those seeking the highest ratings.
Hoosier Village stands out with a CMS 5★ rating and a B grade, offering a caring environment in a non-profit setting. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and zero fines, it focuses on community well-being, making it a commendable option for those seeking personalized healthcare for its 24 residents.
Rosegate Village, featuring a CMS 4★ rating and a B grade, provides a comfortable living experience for its 150 residents. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and zero fines, this for-profit partnership is dedicated to maintaining quality services, although it may not meet the standards of the top-rated facilities.
Northwest Manor Healthcare Center offers essential services with a CMS 3★ rating and a B grade. Although it has a Trust Score of 70/100 and zero fines, its government-owned status may cater to those seeking affordable care, despite not being the highest-rated option in the area.
Altenheim Health & Living Community provides solid services with a CMS 4★ rating and a B grade. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and zero fines, this government-owned facility focuses on delivering reliable care, making it a viable choice for families looking for dependable options.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Indianapolis Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 36?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 13 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 10 Have fines totaling $274,949
- Low-scoring facilities
- 23 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 12 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Indianapolis Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Indianapolis's city average is 2.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
10 of 44 Indianapolis facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Indianapolis avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Indianapolis facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Indianapolis, IN are recommended?
8 of 44 nursing homes in Indianapolis (18%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Indianapolis "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Indianapolis?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.