WATERS EDGE VILLAGE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Waters Edge Village has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and generally recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #197 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the top half of all state facilities, and #3 out of 13 in Delaware County, showing it has a few strong local competitors. The facility is improving, with a reduction in identified issues from 7 in 2024 to 4 in 2025. Staffing is a weakness, with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 48%, which is average for Indiana, suggesting that while some staff remain, there is room for improvement in stability. Although there have been no fines, which is a positive sign, there were concerning incidents, such as a resident not receiving scheduled pain medication and another resident not being provided meal choices or adequate clothing options, highlighting areas that need attention. Overall, while the facility has strengths, there are important issues that families should consider.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Indiana
- #197/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 48% 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 40 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Indiana. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
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
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 12 deficiencies on record
Jan 2025
4 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
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a cognitively impaired resident was provided services to maintain a dignified existence related to available clothing ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0726
(Tag F0726)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure nursing staff followed the five rights of medication administration (right resident, right medication, right dose, right time, and r...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to post the daily facility census number and actual hours worked of licensed and unlicensed nursing staff directly responsible f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure food was prepared and served under safe and sanitary conditions for 1 of 3 units observed during dining (Cottage Unit). This had the p...
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Dec 2024
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
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to protect a resident's dignity and failed to assist him with ADL care, leaving him in a soiled bathroom for another staff member to assist fo...
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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 report an allegation of abuse to the Indiana Department of Health for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for quality of care. (Resident C)
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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
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to conduct a complete and thorough investigation of alleged neglect for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for quality of care. (Resident C)
Findings i...
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Oct 2024
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
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure narcotic medication administration was documented according ...
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Jan 2024
3 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 observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to implement care plan approaches to prevent falls for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for accident prevention. (Resident 51)
Findings...
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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, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure oxygen therapy was administered according to physician order for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for oxygen therapy. (Residen...
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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, interview, and record review, the facility failed to utilize infection prevention and control strategies regarding storage and maintenance of respiratory equipment for 1 of 7 res...
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Nov 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0561
(Tag F0561)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to allow residents food choices and preferences for 4 of 6 residents reviewed. (Resident 29, Resident 42, Resident 47 and Residen...
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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.
- • 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Waters Edge Village's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WATERS EDGE VILLAGE 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 Waters Edge Village Staffed?
CMS rates WATERS EDGE VILLAGE's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 48%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Waters Edge Village?
State health inspectors documented 12 deficiencies at WATERS EDGE VILLAGE during 2022 to 2025. These included: 12 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Waters Edge Village?
WATERS EDGE VILLAGE 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 AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 74 certified beds and approximately 60 residents (about 81% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in MUNCIE, Indiana.
How Does Waters Edge Village Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, WATERS EDGE VILLAGE's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (48%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Waters Edge Village?
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 Edge Village Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WATERS EDGE VILLAGE 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 Waters Edge Village Stick Around?
WATERS EDGE VILLAGE has a staff turnover rate of 48%, 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 Edge Village Ever Fined?
WATERS EDGE VILLAGE 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 Edge Village on Any Federal Watch List?
WATERS EDGE VILLAGE 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.