SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, THE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
The Springs at Lafayette has earned a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a solid choice for families considering care options. It ranks #92 out of 505 nursing homes in Indiana, placing it in the top half, and is the highest-ranked facility in Tippecanoe County. The facility is improving, with reported issues decreasing from 6 in 2023 to 4 in 2024. Staffing is rated 4 out of 5 stars, with turnover at 47%, which is average for the state, but the facility has good RN coverage, exceeding 88% of Indiana facilities. However, there are some concerning incidents, including one case where a resident experienced verbal abuse from staff, resulting in emotional distress, and issues regarding residents' privacy and personal space. Despite these weaknesses, the absence of fines and high overall star ratings for quality and health inspections suggest that the facility is making efforts to provide good care.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Indiana
- #92/505
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 47% 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 ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 74 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 ⚠ Watch
- 24 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
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
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
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The Ugly 24 deficiencies on record
Sept 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to contact the resident's representative regarding a fall for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for notification. (Resident 25) The deficient practice ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a cognitively impaired resident was safe from elopement for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for wandering. (Resident 27) The deficient pra...
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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 ensure medications were secured for residents who self-administer medications for 2 of 2 residents reviewed for self-medicatio...
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Jun 2024
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
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
A resident was harmed · 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 a cognitively impaired resident with a diagnosis of post-tra...
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Jul 2023
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate an incident involving a CRCA (Certified Resident Care Assistant) and a resident for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for abu...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0676
(Tag F0676)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident received bathing as scheduled in the months of May and June 2023 for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for ADL (activ...
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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 ensure physician's orders and care plan interventions were followed for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. (Reside...
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CONCERN
(D)
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, interview and record review, the facility failed to obtain a physician's order and to ensure care plan interventions were in place for the use of a wanderguard monitoring bracele...
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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
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to educate the resident and/or the resident's representative about the potential risks of antipsychotic medications for 1 of 5 residents revie...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
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 a resident was able to have a personal recliner...
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Aug 2022
14 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
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 free of staff using their cellular phone on face time while in the resident's room for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident's code status had been updated for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for advanced directives (Resident 47).
Finding includes:
The...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a PASARR (Preadmission Screening and Resident Review) was completed when the resident was prescribed an antipsychotic medication and...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0676
(Tag F0676)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. During an observation, on 8/8/22 at 3:50 p.m., Resident E was sitting at the nurses station. The resident's hair was dirty an...
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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
2. During an observation, on 08/02/22 at 10:44 a.m., a dime size purple area was observed on the outer left hand and a quarter size bruise was on the left inner hand of Resident 34.
The record for Res...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to assess and treat a resident for potential left foot drop for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for positioning and limited range of mo...
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CONCERN
(D)
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, interview and record review, the facility failed to monitor a post-fall injury for a resident who received an anticoagulant for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for accidents. (Resident...
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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 assess and document a strong urine odor for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for urinary catheter (Resident 47).
Finding includes:
Du...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0700
(Tag F0700)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to have a signed bedrail consent, physician orders and care plan for the side rails for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for accident ha...
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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 observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to dispose of schedule II medications with compromised packaging for 2 of 3 medication carts reviewed (Resident 10 and 23).
Find...
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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 ensure medications brought in from an outside source were labeled for 1 of 3 medication carts reviewed (Resident 7).
Finding ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the walls in a resident's room had been painted for 1 of 24 rooms reviewed for environment (Resident 30).
Finding inclu...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
4. During an observation on 8/1/22, the Resident 22 had oxygen to the trach at two liters.
During an observation, on 8/5/22 at 10:53 a.m., the resident was noted to have oxygen at 2 liters per nasal c...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
4. The record for Resident E was reviewed on 08/03/22 at 12:06 p.m. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, positive Covid-19, encephalopathy (damage or disease affecting the brain), dementia wit...
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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.
- • 24 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
About This Facility
What is Springs At Lafayette, The's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, THE 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 Springs At Lafayette, The Staffed?
CMS rates SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, THE's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 47%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Springs At Lafayette, The?
State health inspectors documented 24 deficiencies at SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, THE during 2022 to 2024. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 23 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Springs At Lafayette, The?
SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, 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 TRILOGY HEALTH SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 70 certified beds and approximately 36 residents (about 51% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in LAFAYETTE, Indiana.
How Does Springs At Lafayette, The Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, THE's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (47%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Springs At Lafayette, The?
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 Springs At Lafayette, The Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, 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 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 Springs At Lafayette, The Stick Around?
SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, THE has a staff turnover rate of 47%, 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 Springs At Lafayette, The Ever Fined?
SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, 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 Springs At Lafayette, The on Any Federal Watch List?
SPRINGS AT LAFAYETTE, 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.