Laurels of Dekalb
520 W Liberty St · Butler, IN · 46721 · 2608682164
101 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.46 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.50 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.12 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 42% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (7 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 5, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 5, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2024
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2023
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected September 18, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected September 18, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 18, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155386 · certified since September 20, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.