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Indiana Veterans Home

3851 N River Rd, West Lafayette, IN 47906 · Tippecanoe County

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 51% 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

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in West Lafayette

Indiana Veterans Home is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in West Lafayette, IN, with 212 certified beds and an average of about 107 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 5.37 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.06 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.37 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in West Lafayette, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 212
Avg. residents/day: 107
Ownership: Government - State
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 155787

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	$8,080–$11,410/mo (median $9,440)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lafayette 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: 5.37; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.06; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 64.3%; 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): 3
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-12-08
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-12-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-06-18Severity G — actual 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.

2025-04-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2024-12-09Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-12-09Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2024-12-09Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-12-09Severity 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.

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
✓ Library

Location

3851 N River Rd, West Lafayette, IN

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Indiana Veterans Home

How much does Indiana Veterans Home cost?

Indiana Veterans Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the West Lafayette, IN area typically runs $8,080–$11,410 per month (median $9,440, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Indiana Veterans Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Indiana Veterans Home 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Indiana Veterans Home?

Staff provide about 5.37 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Indiana Veterans Home?

Indiana Veterans Home has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Indiana Veterans Home have availability?

Typically 51% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Indiana Veterans Home offer?

Indiana Veterans Home in West Lafayette, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 212 beds.

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