MILLER'S MERRY MANOR
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Miller's Merry Manor in Garrett, Indiana, has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families considering options for their loved ones. It ranks #75 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the top half, and #3 out of 4 in De Kalb County, meaning there is only one local option that performs better. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from three in 2024 to none in 2025. However, staffing is a concern with a 59% turnover rate, higher than the state average, which may affect the consistency of care. Notably, there were incidents where a resident's neck was improperly positioned during meals, increasing the risk of choking, and another resident had an untreated infected wound due to inadequate infection control practices. Despite these concerns, the facility has no fines on record and maintains a good level of RN coverage, which is important for catching potential issues.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Indiana
- #78/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 59% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 39 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Indiana. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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5-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
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
13pts above Indiana avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
11 points above Indiana average of 48%
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
May 2024
3 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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. During an observation on 5/21/24 at 12:01 PM Resident 17 was observed semi-reclined in a wheelchair with her neck hyperextend...
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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 ensure procedures were maintained per facility policy ...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure standard precautions for infection prevention w...
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May 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0557
(Tag F0557)
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 personal possessions were labeled and stored fo...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure medication was administered per physician's order as specifi...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (85/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Indiana.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- • Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • 59% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Miller'S Merry Manor's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MILLER'S MERRY MANOR an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Indiana, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Miller'S Merry Manor Staffed?
CMS rates MILLER'S MERRY MANOR's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 59%, which is 13 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Miller'S Merry Manor?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at MILLER'S MERRY MANOR during 2023 to 2024. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Miller'S Merry Manor?
MILLER'S MERRY MANOR 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 MILLER'S MERRY MANOR, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 76 certified beds and approximately 60 residents (about 79% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in GARRETT, Indiana.
How Does Miller'S Merry Manor Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, MILLER'S MERRY MANOR's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (59%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Miller'S Merry Manor?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "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 facility's high staff turnover rate.
Is Miller'S Merry Manor Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MILLER'S MERRY MANOR 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 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 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 Miller'S Merry Manor Stick Around?
Staff turnover at MILLER'S MERRY MANOR is high. At 59%, the facility is 13 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Miller'S Merry Manor Ever Fined?
MILLER'S MERRY MANOR 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 Miller'S Merry Manor on Any Federal Watch List?
MILLER'S MERRY MANOR 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.