Life Care Center of Valparaiso
Scout 86Valparaiso, IN · 110 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Valparaiso's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,950–$12,650/mo
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Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center
251 Sturdy Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46383 · Porter County
Brickyard Healthcare's Valparaiso Care Center offers a range of short- and long-term care services for residents located in Valparaiso, IN.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (77 of 85 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Valparaiso
Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Valparaiso, IN, with 85 certified beds and an average of about 77 residents per day. It operates as part of the Brickyard Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.81 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.51 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Valparaiso for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 85
- Avg. residents/day
- 77
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Brickyard Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 155137
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 | $8,950–$12,650/mo (median $10,460) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lake County 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
- 3.51
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.81
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 36.6%
- 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)
- 6
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (14 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-07-25Severity 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.
2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2024-10-04Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
2024-10-04Severity 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.
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
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
251 Sturdy Rd, Valparaiso, 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center
How much does Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center cost?
Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Valparaiso, IN area typically runs $8,950–$12,650 per month (median $10,460, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center?
Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center has 14 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (77 of 85 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center offer?
Brickyard Healthcare - Valparaiso Care Center in Valparaiso, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 85 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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