Cassopolis, MI · 80 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Cassopolis's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,020–$11,330/mo
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Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center
5024 Western Avenue, South Bend, IN 46619 · St. Joseph County
51
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 71% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in South Bend
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in South Bend, IN, with 131 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sterling Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.45 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.36 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $10,839 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.45 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated South Bend options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 131
- Avg. residents/day
- 93
- Ownership
- Non profit - Other
- Part of a chain
- Sterling Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 155831
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,020–$11,330/mo (median $9,370) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local South Bend prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.45
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.36
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.2%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 4
- Federal fines
- 1 ($10,839)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-08
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-08-08Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
2025-08-08Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-08-08Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2024-08-12Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2024-08-12Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-08-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2024-08-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-12 | Fine | $10,839 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Library
Location
5024 Western Avenue, South Bend, IN
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center
How much does Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center cost?
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the South Bend, IN area typically runs $8,020–$11,330 per month (median $9,370, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 4.45 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 71% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center offer?
Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center in South Bend, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 131 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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