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Especially Kidz Health & Rehab

2325 S Miller St, Shelbyville, IN 46176 · Shelby County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 86% full (112 of 130 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 Shelbyville

Especially Kidz Health & Rehab is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Shelbyville, IN, with 130 certified beds and an average of about 112 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.37 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.34 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.37 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Shelbyville options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
130
Avg. residents/day
112
Ownership
Government - County
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
15A011

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,270–$11,680/mo (median $9,660)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Indianapolis 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
4.37
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.34
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
37%
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)
7
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-04-02
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-09-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-04-02Severity E — 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.

2025-04-02Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-04-02Severity 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.

2025-04-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-04-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2025-04-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

2024-02-23Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

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

Location

2325 S Miller St, Shelbyville, 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 Especially Kidz Health & Rehab

How much does Especially Kidz Health & Rehab cost?

Especially Kidz Health & Rehab does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Shelbyville, IN area typically runs $8,270–$11,680 per month (median $9,660, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Especially Kidz Health & Rehab's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Especially Kidz Health & Rehab 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Especially Kidz Health & Rehab?

Staff provide about 4.37 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Especially Kidz Health & Rehab?

Especially Kidz Health & Rehab has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Especially Kidz Health & Rehab have availability?

Typically 86% full (112 of 130 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Especially Kidz Health & Rehab offer?

Especially Kidz Health & Rehab in Shelbyville, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 130 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Indianapolis.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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  4. 4
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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