WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Waters of Dillsboro-Ross Manor has received a Trust Grade of F, which indicates significant concerns and overall poor quality. With a state rank of #492 out of 505, it falls in the bottom half of Indiana facilities, and it is the lowest-ranked option in Dearborn County. Unfortunately, the facility is worsening, with reported issues increasing from 6 in 2024 to 16 in 2025. Staffing is a weak point here, rated at 1 out of 5 stars, although turnover is slightly better than average at 40%. Notably, the facility recorded zero fines, which is a positive sign, but RN coverage is concerning, as it is less than 96% of state facilities. Specific incidents include a serious case where a resident ingested a harmful chemical that led to hospitalization, and a situation where a resident was forcibly showered against her will, resulting in bruising. While the facility has some strengths, such as good quality measures with a 4 out of 5 rating, families should carefully consider these serious shortcomings before making a decision.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Indiana
- #492/505
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% turnover. Near Indiana's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 15 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Indiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 31 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (40%)
8 points below Indiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Below Indiana average (3.1)
Significant quality concerns identified by CMS
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 31 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to treat and identify pressure ulcers in a timely manner for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. (Resident C)Findings...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow infection control guidelines related to Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) for 2 of 2 wound care observations. (Reside...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0557
(Tag F0557)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were treated with respect and dignity related to Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care and monitoring inventory of persona...
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Jun 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff supervised a resident that resided on a secured unit when off the unit for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for acciden...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide medications in a timely manner for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for pharmacy services. (Resident B)
Findings include:
The clinical rec...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0776
(Tag F0776)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to obtain a STAT x-ray in a timely manner for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for radiology services. (Resident B)
Findings include:
The clinical re...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to document a resident's behaviors for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for medical records. (Resident B)
Findings include:
During an interview, on 0...
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May 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident was treated with respect and dignity for 1 of 3 residents reviewed. (Resident D)
Finding included:
A Progress note, date...
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Mar 2025
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to follow the physician's orders related to medication hold parameters (Resident 13) and implement fall interventions of non-skid strips (Resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to promptly identify and treat a pressure wound infectio...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's food preferences were identified and replacement meal options were offered for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for nutrition....
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's medications were available for 1 ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Laboratory Services
(Tag F0770)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to obtain a wound culture in a timely manner for 1 of 2 residents revi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to follow appropriate infection control guidelines related to hand hygiene for 2 of 6 residents observed during medication administration. (Resi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store medications appropriately related to vials of i...
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Feb 2025
1 deficiency
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a maintenance staff removed lye-based chemical drain cleaner from the bathroom of vulnerable resident for 1 of 3 residents reviewed...
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Mar 2024
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to develop a care plan related to dentures for 1 of 20 residents care plans reviewed. (Resident 37)
Findings include:
During an ...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview the facility failed to provide routine bathing for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for ADL (Activities of Daily Living) care. (Resident B)
Findings include:
During an ob...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow physician's orders related to wound treatments and TED (anti-embolism) hose for 3 of 20 residents reviewed for quality...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to label and store medications appropriately for 2 of 3 medication storage refrigerators observed. (Station 1 medication refrige...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0679
(Tag F0679)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to provide activities for 1 of 4 stations reviewed. This had the potential to affect 13 of 68 resident residing in the facility....
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide a homelike environment related to odors for 1 of 4 stations reviewed. This had the potential to affect 13 of 68 resident residing in ...
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Aug 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents' rights to a dignified existence related to toileting and dining for 5 of 7 residents reviewed for Activitie...
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Feb 2023
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
2. The clinical record for Resident 3 was reviewed on 02/14/23 at 1:39 P.M. A Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 01/08/23, indicated the resident was moderately cognitively impaired. The active diagnoses...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to administer treatments for a Stage 2 pressure ulcer for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for pressure ulcers. (Resident 63)
Findings i...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow the physician's orders for a UTI related to antibiotic medication administration for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for UTI...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to follow the physician's orders related to insulin administration for 2 of 3 residents for pharmacy services reviewed. (Residents 7 and 42 )
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow the physician's medication administration hold parameters related to a resident's blood pressure for 1 of 7 residents ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store medications appropriately related to insulin pens for 1 of 2 medication carts reviewed. (Cart 2)
Findings include:
On 0...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Laboratory Services
(Tag F0770)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to follow the physician's orders related to laboratory services for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. (Resident 56)
Findi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
3. During an observation on 02/15/23 at 10:57 A.M., Resident 67 was lying in bed, awake.
An admission MDS assessment, dated 11/30/22, indicated the resident was severely cognitively impaired. The dia...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- • 40% turnover. Below Indiana's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 31 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • Grade F (35/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered much below average nationally. Within Indiana, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The Staffed?
CMS rates WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The?
State health inspectors documented 31 deficiencies at WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE during 2023 to 2025. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 30 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The?
WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by INFINITY HEALTHCARE CONSULTING, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 123 certified beds and approximately 68 residents (about 55% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in DILLSBORO, Indiana.
How Does Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (2 stars) is below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 1-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Indiana. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The Stick Around?
WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE has a staff turnover rate of 40%, which is about average for Indiana nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The Ever Fined?
WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor, The on Any Federal Watch List?
WATERS OF DILLSBORO-ROSS MANOR, THE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.