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Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center

609 W Tanglewood Ln, Mishawaka, IN 46545 · St. Joseph County

Nestled in Mishawaka, IN with views of our fountain and garden, Brickyard Healthcare's Fountainview Care Center offers a peaceful place to stay and heal.

2.0CMS overall rating(574) 277-2500 Visit website ↗

Fair

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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 Mishawaka

Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Mishawaka, IN, with 130 certified beds and an average of about 92 residents per day. It operates as part of the Brickyard 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, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.29 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.32 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.29 hrs/resident/day)
•12 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Mishawaka options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 130
Avg. residents/day: 92
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Brickyard Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 155178

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

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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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.29; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.32; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 48.7%; 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): 12
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-05-27
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (45 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2026-02-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

2025-12-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-05-27Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2025-05-27Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2025-05-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2025-05-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

2025-05-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

609 W Tanglewood Ln, Mishawaka, 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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Common questions about Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center

How much does Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center cost?

Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Mishawaka, 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.29 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center?

Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center has 45 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center offer?

Brickyard Healthcare - Fountainview Care Center in Mishawaka, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 130 beds.

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