ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Orchard Pointe Health Campus in Kendallville, Indiana, has a Trust Grade of B+, which indicates it is above average in quality and care. It ranks #174 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the top half, but it is last among the five nursing homes in Noble County. The facility's trend is concerning, as the number of issues has worsened from 2 in 2024 to 5 in 2025. Staffing is a relative strength, with a rating of 4 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 32%, which is lower than the state average of 47%, indicating that many staff members remain long-term. While there are no fines on record, which is a positive sign, recent inspections revealed issues such as food being served at improper temperatures, including cold pureed dishes and improper food storage practices, which could pose health risks. Additionally, there were concerns about the handling of personal protective equipment and hand hygiene during meal service, indicating areas that need improvement.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Indiana
- #174/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 32% 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 ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 60 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Indiana nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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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
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Staff turnover below average (32%)
16 points below Indiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
14pts below Indiana avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
Jan 2025
5 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
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure freedom from verbal and physical abuse for 2 of 24 residents reviewed (Resident A, and Resident B).
Findings include:
In a review of ...
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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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure an allegation of abuse was reported to the Department of Health for 2 of 24 residents reviewed (Resident A, and Resident B).
Findings...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
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 ensure sanitary handling of personal protective gowns ...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure food that was at proper temperature in 2 of 2 observations. Food prepared in the kitchen was consumed by 57 of 57 resi...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure safe and sanitary food storage and serving practices for 3 of 3 observations. Food prepared in the kitchen was consume...
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Jan 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Requirements
(Tag F0622)
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 documentation requirements for transfer or discharge were met...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to ensure a resident's ted hose were on every morning per ...
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Feb 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure oxygen tubing was properly labeled for 2 of 2 residents reviewed. (Resident 89 and Resident 19).
Findings include:
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure safe medication storage in 1 of 1 resident roo...
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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
- • Grade B+ (80/100). 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.
- • 32% turnover. Below Indiana's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Orchard Pointe Health Campus's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered 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 Orchard Pointe Health Campus Staffed?
CMS rates ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 32%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Orchard Pointe Health Campus?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS during 2023 to 2025. These included: 9 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Orchard Pointe Health Campus?
ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by TRILOGY HEALTH SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 58 certified beds and approximately 51 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in KENDALLVILLE, Indiana.
How Does Orchard Pointe Health Campus Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (32%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Orchard Pointe Health Campus?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?"
Is Orchard Pointe Health Campus Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS 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 4-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 Orchard Pointe Health Campus Stick Around?
ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS has a staff turnover rate of 32%, 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 Orchard Pointe Health Campus Ever Fined?
ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS 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 Orchard Pointe Health Campus on Any Federal Watch List?
ORCHARD POINTE HEALTH CAMPUS 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.