nursing home in South Bend, IN
Wellbrooke of South Bend
52565 State Road 933, South Bend, IN 46637 · (574) 247-7044
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wellbrooke of South Bend at a glance
Wellbrooke of South Bend is a 70-bed government nursing home in South Bend, Indiana (St. Joseph 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 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 20, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.7% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 70
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Trilogy Health Services
- Medicare-certified since
- September 9, 2014
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- St. Joseph County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155824
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4 / 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) | 4.31 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.94 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.36 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.82 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.7% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.5% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
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) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 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 | 70 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 47 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 66.4% | 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) | 10.8% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.5% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 37.3% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.1% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.5% | 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) | 15.2% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.5% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 26 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 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 July 1, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 6, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 21, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 6, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 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 May 6, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 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 May 6, 2026 |
| April 20, 2026 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 May 6, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 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 December 19, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 24, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 24, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2025 |
| February 6, 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 March 7, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 March 7, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 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 May 15, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| February 20, 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 April 29, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| February 20, 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 March 8, 2024 |
| February 20, 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 March 8, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HANCOCK REGIONAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2015 |
| AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REIT HOLDINGS LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
| AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| CONTINENTAL MERGER SUB LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| DUPRE, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2025 |
| GAHC3 TRILOGY JV LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
| GAHC4 TRILOGY JV LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2018 |
| PARAGON OUTPATIENT REHABILITATION SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
| STEINHAUS, KARL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2023 |
| TRILOGY INVESTORS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
| TRILOGY REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
| TRILOGY REIT HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
| WELLTOWER INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2015 |
| LONG, STEVEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| BARNEY, LEIGH Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2025 |
| DAVIS, DAVID Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2025 |
| BOND, MARIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| CLARK, TIMOTHY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| DAUGHERTY, JOSHUA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| FELKER, DEAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| JOYNER, SARA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| MILLER, JAMES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2023 |
| WILLARD, LACEY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| WILSON, ROY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| DUPRE, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2025 |
| LCS SOUTH BEND LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| LONG, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| STEINHAUS, KARL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2023 |
| TRILOGY MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| BOND, MARIA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| CLARK, TIMOTHY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| DAUGHERTY, JOSHUA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| FELKER, DEAN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| JOYNER, SARA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| MILLER, JAMES Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2023 |
| WILLARD, LACEY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| WILSON, ROY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wellbrooke of South Bend's rating?
Wellbrooke of South Bend 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 Wellbrooke of South Bend 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 Wellbrooke of South Bend 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 Wellbrooke of South Bend?
It is government - county and part of Trilogy Health Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wellbrooke of South Bend and how do I contact it?
Wellbrooke of South Bend is at 52565 State Road 933, South Bend, IN 46637. Phone: (574) 247-7044.
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.