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Retreat at the Stratford, the

2460 Glebe St, Carmel, IN 46032 · Hamilton County

The Stratford is a premier Life Plan retirement community in Carmel, Indiana, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation in the Village of WestClay.

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Strong

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 64% 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Carmel

Retreat at the Stratford, the is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Carmel, IN, with 18 certified beds and an average of about 12 residents per day. It operates as part of the Senior Living Communities network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 6.38 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.80 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 80.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (6.38 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•High staff turnover (80.8%)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Carmel for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 18
Avg. residents/day: 12
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Senior Living Communities
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 155794

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	$8,270–$11,680/mo (median $9,660)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,330–$7,450/mo (median $5,500)	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: 6.38; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.80; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 80.8%; 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: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-02-12
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-12Severity 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.

2025-06-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

2025-06-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-03-07Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2025-03-07Severity 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.

2025-03-07Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-03-07Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

2025-03-07Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

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.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-03-27	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Concierge services
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

2460 Glebe St, Carmel, 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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Google

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Common questions about Retreat at the Stratford, the

How much does Retreat at the Stratford, the cost?

Retreat at the Stratford, the does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Carmel, 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 Retreat at the Stratford, the's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Retreat at the Stratford, the 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Retreat at the Stratford, the?

Staff provide about 6.38 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 80.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Retreat at the Stratford, the?

Retreat at the Stratford, the has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Retreat at the Stratford, the have availability?

Typically 64% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Retreat at the Stratford, the offer?

Retreat at the Stratford, the in Carmel, IN offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 18 beds.

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