Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Valparaiso, Indiana
2 of 5 nursing homes in Valparaiso (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
512
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
1 Grade F
$25,230 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Valparaiso, Indiana, is adequate, with 5 facilities available but only 2 recommended (40%). Families should note that while the top-rated LIFE CARE CENTER OF VALPARAISO has a strong B+ rating, two facilities carry fines totaling $25,230, warranting caution.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 LIFE CARE CENTER OF VALPARAISO (83) — LIFE CARE CENTER OF VALPARAISO shines with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a strong Grade B+ and zero fines, this government-operated facility prioritizes community-focused services for its 110 residents, ensuring a supportive and safe environment.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER (75) — BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER offers a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, indicating reliable care. This for-profit facility, with a Grade B and no fines, focuses on providing a comfortable living experience for its 85 residents, making it a commendable choice for families.
The other 3 Valparaiso facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $25K.
Recommended
LIFE CARE CENTER OF VALPARAISO shines with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a strong Grade B+ and zero fines, this government-operated facility prioritizes community-focused services for its 110 residents, ensuring a supportive and safe environment.
BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER offers a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, indicating reliable care. This for-profit facility, with a Grade B and no fines, focuses on providing a comfortable living experience for its 85 residents, making it a commendable choice for families.
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 | Valparaiso Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $25,230
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Valparaiso 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?"
Valparaiso's city average is 3.2 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 5 Valparaiso facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Valparaiso avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso, IN are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in Valparaiso (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Valparaiso "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 Valparaiso?
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.