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Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness

17475 Dugdale Dr, South Bend, IN 46635 · St. Joseph County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 45% full — availability is generally good.

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

Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in South Bend, IN, with 168 certified beds and an average of about 76 residents per day. It operates as part of the Trinity Health 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, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.90 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.77 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (3.90 hrs/resident/day)
  • 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
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
168
Avg. residents/day
76
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Part of a chain
Trinity Health
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
155506

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$8,020–$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
3.90
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.77
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
49.5%
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)
11
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-04-28
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-09-17Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

2025-04-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2025-04-28Severity 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.

2025-04-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-04-28Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2025-04-28Severity D — 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.

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
  • Chapel / worship services
  • Wellness programs

Location

17475 Dugdale Dr, 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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Common questions about Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness

How much does Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness cost?

Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness 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 Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness?

Staff provide about 3.90 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness?

Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness have availability?

Typically 45% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness offer?

Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness in South Bend, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 168 beds.

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

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

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