BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
The Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center has received a Trust Grade of D, indicating below-average performance with some concerning issues. Ranked #423 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, they fall into the bottom half of the state, and are #4 out of 5 in Daviess County, meaning only one local facility is rated lower. The facility shows an improving trend, decreasing from 9 issues in 2024 to just 1 in 2025, which is a positive sign. Staffing is average with a rating of 3 out of 5 stars, and a turnover rate of 52%, which is close to the state average of 47%. While there have been no fines reported, indicating compliance with regulations, the RN coverage is concerning as it is less than 93% of other Indiana facilities, potentially affecting care quality. Specific incidents include a failure to prevent falls, resulting in a resident's leg fracture, and issues with medication labeling, suggesting some procedural deficiencies. Overall, while there are strengths in improving trends and no fines, families should be aware of the serious incident of a fall and general concerns regarding RN coverage.
- Trust Score
- D
- In Indiana
- #423/505
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 52% 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 ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 26 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Indiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 17 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Below Indiana average (3.1)
Significant quality concerns identified by CMS
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
The Ugly 17 deficiencies on record
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 observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to prevent falls for 2 of 3 residents reviewed for accidents. Following falls, resident care plans were not updated with interve...
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Oct 2024
8 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 notify and consult the physician, resident, and/or resident's representative of changes that may require an alteration in the resident's ca...
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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 ensure adequate supervision and assistance devices were provided to prevent accidents for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for falls...
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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 observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents receiving psychotropic medications were assessed for continued use of the medication for 1 of 5 residents re...
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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
2. During an observation of medication pass on 10/07/24 at 8:19 A.M., LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) 36 was preparing medications for Resident 42. Dicyclomine 20 mg (milligram) was in a bottle from ho...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
3. On 10/3/24 at 2:32 P.M., Resident 20 was observed sitting in the recliner in his room with a catheter and bandages on his right lower extremity.
On 10/8/24 at 1:03 P.M., Resident 20's clinical rec...
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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 and interview, the facility failed to ensure medications were labeled in accordance with currently accepted...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to ensure food was stored and prepared safely in accordance with professional standards for food service for 2 of 2 kitchen obse...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to post the nurse staffing data sheet on a daily basis at the beginning of each shift for 2 of 5 days (10/3/24, 10/7/24) reviewed for posted nur...
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Aug 2024
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
Deficiency F0744
(Tag F0744)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident assessments were completed and updates to the plan of care were made following wandering and exit seeking beh...
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Dec 2023
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
Deficiency F0635
(Tag F0635)
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 each resident received physician ordered medications upon ad...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
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 accurately complete MDS (minimum data set) Assessment...
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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 and interview, the facility failed to ensure proper storage of medications in 1 of 3 medication storage roo...
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Aug 2023
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
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 state agency for 1 of 1 allegations of abuse reviewed. After being made aware of an alleg...
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Apr 2023
2 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 observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from abuse for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for abuse. Staff flung hand sanitizer gel over a resident...
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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 staff immediately reported suspected abuse to the administrator for 1 of 1 allegations of abuse reviewed. After witnessing an abusiv...
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Jan 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0849
(Tag F0849)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure coordination of care and communication between the facility and hospice provider for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for hospice services ...
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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.
- • 17 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • Grade D (40/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER 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 Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center Staffed?
CMS rates BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 52%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center?
State health inspectors documented 17 deficiencies at BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER during 2022 to 2025. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm, 15 with potential for harm, and 1 minor or isolated issues. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center?
BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 84 certified beds and approximately 63 residents (about 75% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in ODON, Indiana.
How Does Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (52%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (2 stars) is below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center?
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 Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER 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 Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center Stick Around?
BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 52%, which is 6 percentage points above the Indiana average of 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 Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center Ever Fined?
BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER 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 Bertha D Garten Ketcham Memorial Center on Any Federal Watch List?
BERTHA D GARTEN KETCHAM MEMORIAL CENTER 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.