nursing home in Brownstown, IN
Hoosier Health & Living Community
621 S Sugar St, Brownstown, IN 47220 · (812) 358-2504
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hoosier Health & Living Community at a glance
Hoosier Health & Living Community is a 97-bed for-profit nursing home in Brownstown, Indiana (Jackson County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 13, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 97
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Cardon & Associates
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Jackson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155611
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.23 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.48 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.24 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.84 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 37 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $8,742 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 97 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 92 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.3% | 76.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.5% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.6% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.1% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.3% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.4% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.8% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.7% | 25.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 19.4% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.1% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.3% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.9% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 13, 2025 Fire safety | Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0226 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| October 30, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| October 30, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 8, 2025 |
| October 30, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 8, 2025 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| JACKSON COUNTY SCHNECK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/01/2012 |
| BALLA, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/23/2022 |
| BEACHSIDE HOLDINGS CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| BRADLEY & ASSOCIATES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| CARDON AND ASSOCIATES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| CARDON MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| CATTELL, ZACHARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2025 |
| COLE MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| GARRISON, KRISTA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2024 |
| GORMAL, GREGG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2016 |
| HAUG, AMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2022 |
| HEART OF CARDON LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| HILL, NEIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| HOOSIER H&L PROPERTY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| KARNER, JIM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2025 |
| LACY BEYL & COMPANY INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| LIFESPAN THERAPY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| LOPOSSA, LYNN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2023 |
| MCCLELLAND, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2019 |
| MCINTOSH, ERIC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2021 |
| MED-PASS INCORPORATED Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| MOSER CONSULTING INCORPORATED Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| RESPIRATORY PARTNERS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| ROTERT, PAIGE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/2023 |
| SPENCER, LEAANN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2025 |
| TACKETT, TIFFANY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2025 |
| THIRD EYE HEALTH, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2025 |
| BEVERS, SUSAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| GILLILAND, TERRENCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| HARPE, BRANDON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| KLEBER, COURTNEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| MARKEL, ANDREW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| MCCORY, JACK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| REEDY, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| SMITH, RICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| FISH, ERIC Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| MANN, DEBORAH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/10/2014 |
| BALLA, MATTHEW Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/23/2022 |
| BEVERS, SUSAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hoosier Health & Living Community's rating?
Hoosier Health & Living Community has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Indiana nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Hoosier Health & Living Community receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hoosier Health & Living Community accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Hoosier Health & Living Community?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Cardon & Associates. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hoosier Health & Living Community and how do I contact it?
Hoosier Health & Living Community is at 621 S Sugar St, Brownstown, IN 47220. Phone: (812) 358-2504.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.