nursing home in Elkhart, IN

Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center

1001 W Hively Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517 · (574) 294-7641

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center at a glance

Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center is a 175-bed for-profit nursing home in Elkhart, Indiana (Elkhart County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Indiana average of 3.1.

Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (August 12, 2025) found 12 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 33.3% per year (state average 45.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
175
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Brickyard Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
January 18, 2001
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Elkhart County
CMS Certification Number
155685

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.5 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54.3 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.8 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.36 hrsIndiana average3.69 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.36 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.39 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.25 hrs2.24 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.93 hrs3.25 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)33.3%45.9%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)36.4%40.3%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility12Indiana average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1279Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)523Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)7749.280.6Average

Penalties

This facility0Indiana average0U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$8,742$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds17596107
Average residents per day1177386
Occupancy67.1%76.2%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.1%Indiana average3.9%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.1%3.9%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.1%3.6%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)14.5%13.6%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.1%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.4%0.4%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)13.2%11%13.9%Average
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)12.9%11.9%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.8%5.5%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)16.4%25.2%12.8%Worse
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)17.2%23.5%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)27.9%23.3%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)97.4%95.4%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)92.6%93.6%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Indiana average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)44.4%79%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)63.5%81.8%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 39 health deficiencies and 25 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
May 1, 2026
Complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2026
May 1, 2026
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2026
January 16, 2026
Complaint
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 February 13, 2026
January 16, 2026
Complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 13, 2026
October 2, 2025
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 15, 2025
August 12, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 1, 2025
August 12, 2025
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 1, 2025
August 12, 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 September 1, 2025
August 12, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 1, 2025
August 12, 2025
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 1, 2025
August 12, 2025
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 1, 2025
August 12, 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 September 1, 2025
January 23, 2025
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 14, 2025
October 4, 2024
Complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 21, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 13, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 13, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 13, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 13, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 13, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 13, 2024
August 5, 2024
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 September 13, 2024
August 5, 2024
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 September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0570
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
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 September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 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 September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
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 September 4, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
July 27, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
Fire safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
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 September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 15, 2023
July 27, 2023
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
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 September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
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 September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 8, 2023
July 27, 2023
Standard
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 8, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
KNISLEY, CHAD
Individual
contracted managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE05/01/2023
GENTRY, MARK
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/12/2022
WHICKER, TIMOTHY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/12/2022
ENGELS, ERIN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE10/25/2014
FENOUGHTY, DEANNA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/10/2023
STARKEY, TYLER
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE08/01/2020
WAITE, JOHN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE08/01/2020
ELKHART OPERATING LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2012

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Frequently asked questions

What is Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center's rating?

Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center has 1 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Brickyard Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center and how do I contact it?

Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center is at 1001 W Hively Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517. Phone: (574) 294-7641.

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.