East Lake Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
1900 Jeanwood Dr · Elkhart, IN · 46514 · 5742641133
152 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: American Senior Communities
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.55 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.48 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.91 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 20, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 20, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 20, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 20, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 20, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 28, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 28, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 28, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 24, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2024
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.
Corrected February 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 20, 2024 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155269 · certified since October 28, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.