Nursing Homes in Seymour, Indiana
Seymour has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 288 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.7 stars, which is above Indiana's state average of 3.1 stars. 3 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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3
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+1.58 vs state
Total Beds
288
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
46 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
2
exceed staffing threshold
67% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Top Rated in Seymour
Covered Bridge Health Campus
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Covered Bridge Health Campus
★★★★★ · 90/100 · 78 beds
Lutheran Community Home
★★★★★ · 88/100 · 95 beds
Seymour Crossing
★★★★★ · 75/100 · 115 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Seymour
The nursing home market in Seymour, IN, is a promising one for families seeking care options for their loved ones. The standout is Covered Bridge Health Campus, boasting a Grade A and a stellar 5-star CMS rating. With a city average of 4.7 stars compared to the state average of 3.1 stars, Seymour offers good options, although the selection is limited with only three facilities available.
Families should consider visiting Covered Bridge Health Campus for its excellent care quality, as evidenced by its zero fines in the past three years. Another option is Seymour Crossing, which holds a Grade B with a solid 4-star CMS rating. While both facilities provide a clean record and are well-staffed, it's worth noting that there are no non-profit or for-profit options that provide significant differentiation in this market.
Fortunately, there are no facilities with major red flags in Seymour, so you can feel confident in your choices. However, always be diligent when choosing a nursing home. A practical tip is to schedule visits during meal times; this will give you a sense of the food quality and the staff's interaction with residents.
Seymour at a Glance
Good News
- • 3 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • Seymour rates better than most Indiana cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 2 facilities have more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 3 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Seymour is stable
Questions Seymour Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Seymour avg is 0.77 hrs (46 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
3 of 3 Seymour facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Seymour, Indiana
Seymour, Indiana's Jackson County seat, has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 288 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Seymour vs. Indiana: Above Average Quality
Seymour nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.67 stars exceeds Indiana's statewide average of 3.09 stars by 1.6 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
3 of 3 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Seymour families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Seymour, 3 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Seymour
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Seymour facilities average 0.77 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Seymour resident receives approximately 46 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
2 Seymour facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Seymour has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 2 of 3 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Indiana cities for additional options. The following Indiana cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Indianapolis — 44 facilities
- Fort Wayne — 26 facilities
- Evansville — 17 facilities
- Muncie — 11 facilities
- South Bend — 10 facilities
- Terre Haute — 9 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Seymour, Indiana?
Seymour has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 288 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.7 stars, which is above Indiana's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Seymour?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Seymour include:
- • Covered Bridge Health Campus — Grade A, 90/100 Trust Score
- • Lutheran Community Home — Grade B+, 88/100 Trust Score
- • Seymour Crossing — Grade B, 75/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Seymour nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Seymour as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Seymour Nursing Homes
Seymour offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 3 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.