nursing home in Fort Wayne, IN
Golden Years Homestead
3136 Goeglein Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815 · (260) 749-9655
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Golden Years Homestead at a glance
Golden Years Homestead is a 111-bed non-profit nursing home in Fort Wayne, Indiana (Allen County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 5, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $15,646.
Nursing staff turnover is 12.6% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 111
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Greencroft Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- December 16, 2005
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Allen County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155755
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 4.09 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.31 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.02 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.68 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12.6% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 38.8 | 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) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $15,646 | $8,742 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 111 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 91 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82.3% | 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) | 5.9% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.8% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.8% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 27.6% | 11% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 25.4% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| 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) | 3.9% | 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) | 20.2% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.9% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 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% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.8% | 79% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 7, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 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 October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2025 |
| July 17, 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 July 20, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 13, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 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 June 13, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 13, 2025 |
| September 23, 2024 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 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 October 17, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 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 October 17, 2024 |
| September 23, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 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 April 24, 2024 |
| March 12, 2024 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 April 9, 2024 |
| January 30, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2024 |
| January 30, 2024 Complaint | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 13, 2024 |
| September 12, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| September 12, 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 November 10, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| September 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 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 October 18, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $15,646 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2024 | Fine | $15,646 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WOODLAWN HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2018 |
| BALTES, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2019 |
| BULLION, GEORGE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1995 |
| CARPENTER, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| DAVIS, HUGH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/05/2024 |
| DEAN, DALE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1997 |
| ELICK, CYNTHIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| MCINTOSH, RAY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| MISNER, DONNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| OLINSKI, LYNDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2020 |
| SCHMIDT, DON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2006 |
| SHAFER, SHAUNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2025 |
| SHAW, DOUG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SMITH, LINDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| VANWYNGARDEN, ANDREA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| VILLARREAL, JEANNINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| BULLION, GEORGE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1995 |
| CARPENTER, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| DAVIS, HUGH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/05/2024 |
| DEAN, DALE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1997 |
| ELICK, CYNTHIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| HEYDE, ALISON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2019 |
| JOHNSON, TERRI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| MCINTOSH, RAY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| MELLINGER, GREGORY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| MISNER, DONNA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| OLINSKI, LYNDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2020 |
| SCHMIDT, DON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2006 |
| SHAW, DOUG Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SMITH, LINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| VANWYNGARDEN, ANDREA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| VILLARREAL, JEANNINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| FISHER, ALAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| BALTES, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2019 |
| BULLION, GEORGE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1995 |
| CARPENTER, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| DAVIS, HUGH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/05/2024 |
| DEAN, DALE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1997 |
| ELICK, CYNTHIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| FISHER, ALAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Golden Years Homestead's rating?
Golden Years Homestead has 3 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 Golden Years Homestead receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Golden Years Homestead 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 Golden Years Homestead?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Greencroft Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Golden Years Homestead and how do I contact it?
Golden Years Homestead is at 3136 Goeglein Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815. Phone: (260) 749-9655.
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.