BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center has earned a Trust Grade of B, which indicates it is a good choice among nursing homes, offering solid care without being at the top of the scale. It ranks #128 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the top half, and #3 out of 10 in Porter County, meaning only two local options are better. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from 4 in 2024 to 2 in 2025, and it has no fines on record, which is a positive sign of compliance. Staffing is average with a turnover rate of 39%, lower than the state average, and there is more RN coverage than 80% of Indiana facilities, ensuring better oversight of care. However, there are concerns, including a failure to maintain a clean kitchen, with staff not wearing hairnets and dirty surfaces, and issues with documentation related to diagnostic testing for a resident, which highlight areas needing improvement despite the overall solid care provided.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Indiana
- #128/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 39% 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 45 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Indiana. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 13 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
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Staff turnover below average (39%)
9 points below Indiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 13 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
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
Deficiency F0777
(Tag F0777)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to obtain prompt diagnostic testing related to a doppler scan (ultrasound) for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for diagnostic testing. (Resident B) F...
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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
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to maintain clinical records that were complete and accurately documented related to inaccurate documentation of doppler scan test results for...
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Oct 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0572
(Tag F0572)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident was informed of resident rights and facility rule...
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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 observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to notify the physician timely related to ongoing respiratory symptoms and the inability to obtain a sample for ordered laborato...
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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
3. On 9/30/24 at 10:08 a.m., Resident 71 was observed self-propelling in a wheelchair down the hall in the locked memory care unit. There was a discoloration approximately the size of a quarter observ...
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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, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure an indwelling Foley (urinary) catheter tubing and collection bag was kept off the floor for 1 of 1 resident reviewed f...
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Dec 2023
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
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 record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the Interim Administrator was notified immediately of a nasal fracture resulting from a resident to resident altercation for 1 of 2 ...
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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
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure Physician's Orders for lymphedema pumps were documented as completed for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for non-pressure sk...
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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, record review, and interview, the facility failed to provide the necessary care and treatment for respiratory services related to the improper use of an oxygen delivery mask for ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a medication error rate of less than 5% for 1 of 8 residents observed during medication pass. Seven errors were observ...
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Nov 2022
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, record review, and interview, the facility failed to develop and implement a care plan for a resident's skin discolorations for 1 of 20 residents reviewed for care plans. (Reside...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a medication error rate of less than 5% for 2 of 5 residents observed during medication pass. Three errors were observ...
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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 observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure a sanitary kitchen related to staff not wearing hairnets and dirty shelves and carts. This had the potential to affect the 72 of 73 re...
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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 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.
- • 39% turnover. Below Indiana's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Staffed?
CMS rates BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 39%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER during 2022 to 2025. These included: 13 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso?
BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER 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 BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 85 certified beds and approximately 77 residents (about 91% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in VALPARAISO, Indiana.
How Does Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (39%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso?
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 Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE 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 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Stick Around?
BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 39%, 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Ever Fined?
BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso on Any Federal Watch List?
BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - VALPARAISO CARE 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.